I Had Surgery for Endometriosis—But Then Woke Up With a Different Diagnosis

Instead, I woke up to a different answer. The surgical team hadn’t found any endometriosis. Still coming out of anesthesia, I was sure I’d heard the nurse incorrectly. If it wasn’t endometriosis, then ...

Biological Aging Happens in Bursts. Here’s When and How to Prepare

But a growing body of research has discovered that biological aging doesn’t happen at a steady pace. As a result, there are certain times in your life where your cells may age faster than others. If ...

Can Women Actually Be ‘Allergic’ to Their Boyfriends?

Beyond symptoms like burning, swelling, itching, and general irritation, it can even interfere with your ability to conceive.

Should I Take Melatonin, Magnesium, or Both to Sleep Better?

Outside of these scenarios, taking melatonin may not have as much upside—your brain is already making the melatonin that signals sleepy time each evening, and adding more simply presses the same ...

Vitamin Patches Are Everywhere, but Do They Actually Work?

Vitamin patches are popping up at huge retailers like Target and Amazon, suggesting they’re not going away anytime soon. But there’s not as much information out there about these products compared to ...

Is Your Anxiety Linked to a Nutrient Deficiency? New Research Suggests It’s Possible

In fact, according to the National Institute for Mental Health, more than 30% of US adults will experience anxiety ...

6 Foods That Support Your Body’s Natural Detox Process

In addition to its potential detox perks, chlorella is nutrient-packed, offering solid doses of vitamins and minerals like D ...

When to Drink Electrolytes for Max Benefits, According to RDs

Electrolytes are charged minerals that are responsible for regulating hydration, converting the nutrients we consume into energy, and regulating nerve and muscle function, says Maddie Pasquariello, MS ...

What's a 'dopamine detox' — and do you need one?

First, a quick refresher on what dopamine does. While the neurotransmitter has a reputation for causing pleasure, “that's actually a myth,” Dr. Borgland says. Dopamine plays a key role in things like ...

I Thought I Was Just Gassy and Bloated. It Turns Out I Was Bleeding From My Ovary

Months later, I'm back to normal. Gymming, living, and, thank goodness, having sex without terror. I’m grateful I trusted my ...

RFK Jr. Wants to Un-ban 14 Peptides. What Doctors Want You to Know

Kennedy Jr. Kennedy announced on a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast that he plans to loosen restrictions on 14 peptides that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) previously ...

My Patients Are Getting ADHD Diagnoses at 40. Here’s What’s Really Happening

The thing about women with undiagnosed ADHD is that they’re often the last people you’d suspect. They’re not bouncing off the ...