Menopause

Could It Be More Than Hot Flashes That Lead To Less Sex?

Unfortunately, when it comes time for menopause, black women are likely to have more intense symptoms than their white peers. Genetic and ... Read More

Acupuncture Could Help Ease Hot Flashes

Looking for an answer to your vasomotor symptoms (VMS)? According to New Danish research, the ancient Chinese acupuncture practice may come ... Read More

Surviving Hot Flashes…After Surviving Breast Cancer

Needles beat pills for treating hot flashes in breast cancer survivors, according to a new trial that compared acupuncture, "sham" ... Read More

Strength Training To Preserve Your Sexy

Strength training is one tip many beauty gurus forget to mention. While anti-aging serums, toning lotions and supplements can be effective ... Read More

The Real Danger Zone For Women & Heart Disease? Before Menopause

Heart disease risk factors -- such as abnormal cholesterol levels and high blood pressure -- appear to increase before a woman ... Read More

These Heart Disease Risk Factors Are More Potent In Women Than Men

When it comes to risk factors for heart disease, Black women have to be more careful than Black men. Yes, heart disease disproportionately ... Read More

Beyond Kegels: A New Way To Tone Your Pelvic Floor & Rejuvenate Your Vagina

What would you do if you opened up a Christmas gift and it was a white, odd-shaped vaginal rejuvenation device? Sounds a little strange ... Read More

Is Addyi The Miracle Sex Drug For Black Women?

A new drug aimed to help women who’ve lost their sex drive was recently green lighted by the FDA earlier this month. Addyi (flibanserin), ... Read More

Obesity Linked To Increased Breast Cancer Risk For Black Women

Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight can be a bit more challenging as we get older, but taking a walk, running on the treadmill or ... Read More