Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections I see in practice. If you have a vagina, chances are you've experienced one at some point — or you will. In fact, about 50–60% of women will develop a UTI at least once in their lifetime, and many will experience recurrent infections.

Push through the exhaustion that makes everything feel harder. Push through the tension in your shoulders, your jaw, your hips. Push through the sense that your body is stuck in overdrive even when you're trying to rest.

And maybe at some point, you realized this isn't sustainable.

Menstrual migraines are tied to hormonal shifts, but hormones can also help prevent them. Learn the connection, how perimenopause changes the picture, and treatment options including transdermal estrogen.

If you've been told your iron is low, you've probably been handed a recommendation for iron pills and sent on your way. But here's what most people don't know: oral iron supplements aren't your only option. And depending on your situation, they might not even be the best option.

By far, the most common question when thinking about plant-based foods is: “What about protein?” Most of us think of it as the “muscle builder,” but it does so much more. Protein is involved in making chemical messengers (like hormones), repairing tissues, and keeping vital organs - your heart, liver, kidneys and even your nervous system - running smoothly.

Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. Women are especially at risk during certain seasons of life - heavy periods, pregnancy, breastfeeding, postpartum and perimenopause all increase demand. Unfortunately, most conventional labs are designed to detect disease, not dysfunction. So you can feel awful while still being told everything looks “normal.”

Despite progress in women's health research, scientific understanding of women’s sleep patterns has often lagged behind. Recent studies suggest women face unique challenges that can disrupt their sleep, making quality rest even more crucial. Research indicates that women are about 40% more likely to have insomnia compared to men, and are significantly more prone to anxiety and depression.