Women's health

Study may help unravel why women are more susceptible to Alzheimer's disease

Brain Health

Hidden space between brain cells is now a new Alzheimer’s target

One of the biggest mysteries in neuroscience is why women account for nearly two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases. Now, we may be a step closer to understanding it, as an overlooked part of the brain appears to fail as estrogen abandons it.

Coffee was associated with healthy aging, but tea, decaf and cola was not

Diet & Nutrition

Each cup of coffee boosts healthy aging by up to 5%, new study finds

In a massive study of nearly 50,000 women spanning 30 years, researchers found that drinking more coffee – to a point – during the ages of 40-65 was linked to less chronic disease, physical mobility issues and cognitive decline in later life.

Severe hot flashes were significantly reduced in menopausal women who ate a vegan diet

Wellness and Healthy Living

Switching to a vegan diet reduces severe menopause symptoms by 92%

Switching from a diet including meat to a low-fat vegan diet reduced severe hot flashes in menopausal women by a staggering 92%, according to a new study. Interestingly, the benefit was seen even if the women ate highly processed plant-based foods.

MenstruAI tech non-invasively detects cancer and other disease markers

Wellness and Healthy Living

First-of-its-kind device detects health markers in menstrual blood

Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind wearable tech that quickly, simply, and non-invasively tests for important health markers using menstrual blood. The affordable device could revolutionize women’s healthcare.