NEWS / WOMENS HEALTH

Catching Gestational Diabetes Early

Placental hormone levels may help physicians catch gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications in the first trimester. >

Late Nights and Depression

Night owls' body rhythms make them vulnerable to depression. Getting to sleep just a little earlier appears to reduce that risk by a lot. >

Successful 50 Lb. Losers

Some people who lose a significant amount of weight gain it back; others manage to keep it off. Here's what sets successful losers apart. >

Aspirin for Heart Disease? Less May Be More

Low-dose aspirin offers undeniable benefits for heart patients, a study finds. There are some risks, so talk to your doctor before starting. >

To Ease Stress, Reach for Fruit

Yoga, exercise, therapy and meditation can all help ease stress, but fruit arms your body against it. It seems to be about flavonoids. >

Secondhand Smoke Affects Babies Before Birth

Infants exposed to secondhand smoke, even in utero, show poorer lung function at age 6. It doesn't matter who is doing the smoking. >

Weight Loss Supplements Won’t Work

We all wish we could just take a pill to lose weight. But unfortunately, the weight-loss supplements on the market don't do much. >

Omega-3s Boost Longevity

Stress brings cellular aging that shows up in the tips of chromosomes. Omega-3 fatty acids, even in supplements, can prevent this damage. >

Your Body's Talking; Hope You're Listening

Coffee is good for our attention, hearts, emotions and general health. Some people don't do well on it, though, and there's a good reason. >

New Alzheimer’s Drug Takes Out the Brain’s Trash

Promising new findings in mice shed light on a new approach to beating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. >

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