Tag Archives: menopause

Supplements Don’t Reduce Anemia for Older Women

A large study published in the April edition of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association recently found that nutrient deficiencies increase the risk of anemia in older women.

Anemia occurs when there are fewer than the normal number of red blood cells in the body or when there’s a lack of hemoglobin in the blood. While many know that dietary changes are often recommend to treat anemia, the study found that a deficiency just one of several key nutrients can lead to the condition. Women with who do not consume enough folate, vitamin B12, iron or vitamin C are 21 percent more likely to have anemia. Women with deficiencies in three of these nutrients are 44 percent more likely to have the condition.

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Posted on March 29, 2024 by Health Buzz

Five Supplements You Must Take on the Dr. Oz Show

Tune in this Monday, December 6 to the Dr. Oz Show to find out what five supplements you should be taking for optimal health.

Get a pen and paper ready as you make a list of the five supplements you need to stock in your medicine or kitchen cabinet to reduce your risk of heart disease, boost your energy and to lessen the side effects of menopause. (more…)

Posted on December 6, 2023 by heather

Exercise Offers Breast Cancer Hope for African-American Women

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so what better time than now to become more aware of how you can give yourself the best chance of not coming down the deadly disease.

While genetics may come into play, there are certain lifestyle changes that can be made to minimize your breast cancer risk. One such lifestyle choice is exercise.

According to new research, postmenopausal African-American women who exercise vigorously for more than two hours a week can reduce their breast cancer risk by 64 percent as compared to sedentary women. (more…)

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Health Buzz

Weight Loss May Be Treatment for Hot Flashes

There’s a new reason why women with menopause should consider losing weight: it may help reduce hot flashes. It has been observed that a higher BMI is associated with more severe hot flash symptoms, but new research, reported on WebMD, suggests that weight loss can actually ameliorate the condition.

Alison J. Huang, MD lead the study at the University of California at San Francisco, which set out to study urinary incontinence. Of the 338 obese and overweight women participating, 154 reported that they suffered from hot flashes. The subjects took part in either an intensive behavioral weight loss program or a health education program.