Womankind

The research on vitamin D has moved well beyond bones and sunlight. Here is what women need to know about its wider role in the body. Most women know the basics: not enough sun means not enough vitamin D, and not enough vitamin D is bad for bones. That part is true, and it matters. But it is also a fraction of the picture. Vitamin D is now one of the most researched nutrients in medicine, and the emerging science places it at the centre of everything from immune function to c

A menopause hormone may be more relevant to brain health than previously understood. Women account for approximately two-thirds of all Alzheimer's cases. Researchers have long suspected that the hormonal changes of menopause play a role in that disparity, but a study published earlier this year in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience suggests the hormone responsible may not be the one most people would expect. What is FSH? Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is produced by the pitu

What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it. We often focus on eating clean, using natural skincare, and reducing toxins in our homes, but what about our clothes? The fabrics we wear every day, especially in intimate areas, can have a direct impact on our health, hormones, and overall well-being. Synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, and spandex may be convenient, but they come with hidden risks, from trapping heat and moisture to exposing our skin