The Pill The birth control pill ("the pill): miraculous reliever of debilitating periods for some, an effective and convenient birth control option for others, and for a few the cause of major side effects and complications.
Estrogen Overload Hormones, the chemical messengers of the body's endocrine system, work together in harmony to regulate many processes, from body temperature and blood pressure to governing sexual desire and fertility. We may not often think about having proper hormonal balance, yet it is essential for good health.
Bitter Pills Stuck in a waiting room, I'll often pick up a mainstream news magazine such as Time or Newsweek for entertainment. I'm drawn to the ads rather than the editorial content, particularly the drug advertisements.
Nutrient Robbers Do you feel tired all the time? Is your hair brittle, your nails weak, or your eyesight poor? If so, you could have a nutritional d.
The Contraceptive Conundrum In the past 30 years, numerous chemicals and devices that manipulate women's reproductive systems have arrived on the market.
Oral Contraceptives: What You May Not Be Told If you are taking Diane-35 for birth control, ask yourself:"Why take an acne medication if I don't have to?"I met some girlfriends at a bar for a few drinks and the topic ofconversation sent me home searching for answers..