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When oral contraceptives first came out in 1960, the amount of estrogen and progestin was much higher than it is today causing weight gain for some.

Treating vasomotor symptoms, sleep disturbance, and mood disorders can remove barriers to weight loss for women during menopause, experts say.

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As women approach midlife, specifically around age 45, their bodies undergo significant changes that can affect their overall health and well-being. Weight gain during this period is a common concern ...

Marriage and divorce are life-changing events, the effects of which are evident in innumerable ways — including on the bathroom scale. Both marriage and divorce appear to lead to weight gain among ...

ORLANDO, Florida — With glucagon peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) drugs known to have a rapid rebound of weight gain upon discontinuation, women who stop using the drugs prior to pregnancy, as is ...

Aging is a natural process that impacts every part of our lives, from our mental outlook to our physical health. For Black women, navigating the challenges of weight gain with age can bring specific ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study finds that young, low-income women often gain too much weight during pregnancy, raising concerns about the potential long-term impact on their obesity risk.

Pregnancy is a crucial phase in a woman's life, requiring increased nutritional intake to support both maternal health and ...

Women, beware! Sleeping with the TV going or a light on in your bedroom could make you gain some weight. Researchers with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences looked at women who ...