Thyroid: What Is It and When to Be Concerned
The thyroid regulates key body functions. Disorders can affect mood, weight, fertility, and more. Symptoms vary by hormone levels—talk to your doctor if concerned.
3 Lesser-Known Menopause Symptoms
Most of us are familiar with the primary symptoms of menopause — hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes and slowing metabolism. But there are other lesser-known menopause symptoms we may experience as our ovaries produce waning supplies of progesterone and estrogen, including insomnia, a metallic taste in your mouth, and body odor. Read on for tips on how to deal with them.
Are Dry Eyes a Symptom of Menopause?
Menopause can cause dry eyes due to hormone changes. Symptoms include burning, itching, and blurred vision. Treatment and prevention can greatly ease discomfort.
5 Steps to Help Avoid Osteoporosis
Once women reach menopause, their risk for osteoporosis increases as bone loss accelerates and bones weaken. In fact, most of the calcium that went into building strong bones was added by the time you turned 17. Now, you need to do the right things to keep your bones strong.
