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Womens Health

Women can be affected by many health conditions that men cannot. It’s important to be aware of womens health issues and take care of your overall wellbeing, looking out for signs of stress and anxiety as well as infections and ailments.

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Ask an expert: what's menopause rage and how can I beat it?

From helping to identify your triggers to realistic coping mechanisms, women's health expert Dr Emma Ross shares her advice for managing menopausal rage and anger

5 women on the surprising upsides of perimenopause and menopause

We discover some little-known reasons to feel good (or at least better) about midlife changes, from women who’ve been there, done that…

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Menopause skincare routine – areas to focus on

They say life starts at 40. So why can’t good skin? Let's talk menopause skin changes and how you can adapt your self-care routine

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Should I diet during perimenopause? 6 tips for effective long-term weight loss

Feeling frustrated by the weight changes that come with perimenopause? We asked a physiologist how to hack your hormones to manage weight successfully in midlife

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Does perimenopause cause belly fat – and what can I do to combat it?

As you approach or go through menopause, it’s totally normal to notice extra weight settling around your midsection. We asked some women’s health experts why and what you could do about it

Is my pelvic floor too tight?

You may be busy strengthening your pelvic floor, but can it also be too tight? Let’s talk kegels and continence with a GP specialising in gynaecology

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How to prepare your body and mind for pregnancy

Why wait until you’re pregnant to make healthier lifestyle choices? The changes you make now could be just as important

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From periods to restless legs: can magnesium help with women’s health issues?

New research suggests magnesium could support women in a whole host of ways – H&B nutritionist Madalena Vieira Costa is here to break down the science

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Why is what I eat important to my fertility?

Thinking about having a baby? A fertility diet plan is great for getting you into healthy habits and preparing your body for pregnancy early on

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Which vitamins do you need for fertility?

Whatever your gender, certain vitamins are vital to fertility – but how do they help and which ones should you take?

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From postpartum to perimenopause: can collagen support women's health at different stages?

Collagen’s the most abundant protein in the body – but what does that mean for pregnancy, menopause and more? H&B experts share the scoop, plus the best collagen for women to try