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COVID-19 has had many of us googling around looking for the “secret” to boosting our immune systems. And though there is no shortage of supplements touting an array of health benefits, there is no magic bullet for supercharged health. Instead,…
A little over a month ago, many of us were sent home to work from our sofas, kitchen tables, or, if we’re lucky, our home offices. We were thrust into a new reality that often includes a spouse also working…
For most women, the lead up to menopause (that single day when you’ve not had your period for a year) is more like a marathon than a sprint. Perimenopause is a process. It begins with the slow decline of estrogen…
With whole states and some cities issuing shelter-in-place directives, most of the nation is taking the health threat of the novel coronavirus seriously. It’s an overwhelming time, and the bad news just keeps coming. People are out of work, students…
People all over the United States have been asked to stay home while the nation grapples with COVID-19. At FemmePharma, our hearts are heavy as we start to realize the breadth of the infection and experience its devastating effects. The…
Ever feel like you’re twice as stressed as the men in your life? You’re not hallucinating. Though no one is immune to stress, women are more likely than men to report rising stress levels. What’s more: stress impacts women’s health differently, too. Here are just a few of the ways that stress messes with your body.
Though wellness and self-care have become top of mind for so many, studies have revealed something paradoxical. Women ages 45 to 65 are consuming more alcohol.
“I joke that I went into the hospital age 47 and woke up 60, but it’s also kind of not funny.” That’s an actual text message from one friend to another, sent just days after the friend who sent the…
Protein helps maintain weight, preserve muscle, and fight disease. But how much protein do women really need? What happens if you don’t get enough?
Protein is vital for managing weight in midlife, but the benefits don’t end there. New studies show that protein is even more important for leading a healthy lifestyle than we previously thought. Let’s take a look at a few of…
With 2020 here, you’re probably thinking about healthy upgrades you can make to enhance your daily life (especially if you’ve indulged during the holidays — no shame there!). But resolutions don’t need to be difficult. When it comes to your…
Perimenopause is a period of transition for your body. Many women experience symptoms like irregular or heavy periods, hot flashes, anxiety and depression, brain fog, and more, due to changes in hormones. That’s the bad news. The great news is that yoga…