Women health tips from Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Oral estrogen products for women in perimenopause and menopause can be associated with a number of negative side effects. That’s according to Wen Shen, a menopause expert at Johns Hopkins. Shen: Oral estrogen therapy can increase c-reactive protein, which is …
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Hormone therapy helps women in both perimenopause and menopause cope with symptoms like hot flashes and sleep interruption, but choosing whether to take hormones is complicated. Wen Shen, a menopause expert at Johns Hopkins, offers some insight. Shen: Estrogen therapy …
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If you’ve just had a baby, congratulations! As a new mom, you’re likely noticing some changes to your body and mind. Gynecologist Shari Lawson at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center says don’t compare yourself to celebrities who seem to regain …
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Stretching, flowing, finding your breath and getting centered … yoga is relaxing, but is it really good exercise? Johns Hopkins exercise physiologist Kerry Stewart says that yoga addresses both strength and flexibility, helping you avoid joint pain and cramping. Over …
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Thinking of trying melatonin, and wondering how much to take? Johns Hopkins sleep specialist Luis Buenaver says that when it comes to using melatonin for occasional insomnia, less is more. He recommends you start with 1 to 3 milligrams, two …
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"Flexibility and stretching are an important part of your overall fitness, but did you know that they can help set the stage for better heart health? Kerry Stewart, an exercise physiologist at Johns Hopkins, says that although stretching workouts don’t …
