Women's Health

Often touted as a natural aphrodisiac, maca may help enhance sexual function.

Find out whether evening primrose can help soothe menopause-related symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings.

Here's a look at natural remedies said to relieve vaginal dryness, a common complaint among women going through menopause.

Find out how to fight bacterial vaginosis, the most common type of vaginal infection among women of reproductive age.

Several natural remedies show promise in the treatment of uterine fibroids, a condition thought to affect three out of four women in their lifetime.

The most common hormonal disorder among women of childbearing age, polycystic ovary syndrome may improve with the use of certain alternative therapies.

Learn about the symptoms and natural treatments for urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Morning sickness affects up to 80% of women during pregnancy. Learn about natural remedies to relieve morning sickness.

Endometriosis is a common condition causing painful periods and pelvic pain, among other symptoms. Learn about natural remedies for endometriosis.

Learn about natural remedies for menstrual cramps, including omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and acupressure.

Highly recommended. Natural treatments for female sexual dysfunction such as low libido and lack of arousal, including herbs, vitamins, supplements, and other natural remedies.

Information on natural treatments and home remedies for acne, using diet, nutritional supplements and vitamins, herbs, bodywork, and stress reduction.

Arginine is an amino acid that plays a role in cell division, healing of wounds, removing ammonia from the body, improving immunity to illness, and hormone secretion. It is also used for impotence and female sexual dysfunction.

Many women are interested in strategies to cope with uncomfortable symptoms and fears that may accompany menopause. Here are some natural methods to consider and discuss with a naturopathic doctor or other qualified health care practitioner.

Two surveys of alternative medicine use during menopause were recently published. Here are the interesting findings.

Osteoporosis is a condition of decreased bone density. It affects one in six women and one in eight men over the age of fifty and is most common among post-menopausal women. Osteoporosis is often the cause of many health complications, as it progresses silently and unnoticed for years.

Theoretically, some herbs have estrogen-like actions so they shouldn't be used long-term or by women with a history of breast cancer or those at high risk.

Recently, there has been a rise in the number of Internet ads promoting herbal breast enlargement. The ads are enticing, offering a non-surgical, "natural" way to increase breast size and firmness. They cite health experts and scientific research. This article examines the claims of herbal breast enlargment products.

Treatments for premenstrual syndrome (PMS), including herbs, supplements, acupuncture, vitamins, relaxation techniques, exercise and diet.

An ancient healing practice, acupuncture may help ease pregnancy-related health problems like nausea, back pain, and insomnia.

Get the science behind acupuncture's effects on hot flashes and other symptoms commonly experienced during menopause.

What are the symptoms of pregnancy constiption? Why can it happen in early pregnancy? What natural remedies can help relieve the discomfort and pain of pregnancy constipation?

What is vitamin K? What foods are high in vitamin K? Why are different forms used, such as vitamin K cream or k2? What are the benefits? Can vitamin K be taken with coumadin?