Women's health

Woman Under the Influence of Menopause on Her Brain

Study The Timing of Menopause Could Have Long-term Effects on the Brain

A study reveals connections between the timing of menopause, memory, and cognitive performance. All the details here.

Surprising Study Finding What the Vagina Has to Do With Antibiotic Resistance

What do bacteria in the vagina have to do with antibiotic resistance? A study involving over 1,500 pregnant women offers fascinating insights.

A long period of sexual abstinence affects the body

Gynecologist Explains What Does Abstinence from Sex Do to a Woman’s Body?

An expert explained to FITBOOK what happens in a woman's body when she has no sex for an extended period.

Light exercise can positively affect sex

Recommended for Both Men and Women Training That Can Improve Sex in Older Age

Targeted pelvic floor training can enhance sex in older age, but it's not a miracle cure, explains the FITBOOK expert.

Gynecologist Provides Clarity Tired, Lacking Energy, Uninterested? When Women Are Missing Testosterone

Not only for men, but also for women, the hormone testosterone is important. Here's how to recognize a deficiency and prevent it.

Research suggests that sex may contribute to a later onset of menopause.

At Least Once a Week Regular Sex Offers Health Benefits for Women Over 40

According to a British study, women enter menopause later if they have sex more than once a week.

Study Involving Women This disease increases the risk of diabetes by 46 percent

According to a recent study, individuals affected by endometriosis have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Trainer Reveals Effective Training After 40: What Women Should Consider

There is no standard plan for women over 40—but there are certainly some tips on how they should now (re)design their training.

Charité Study Shows How an App Helps Breast Cancer Patients with Metastases

Researchers at Charité have developed an app that helps women with metastatic breast cancer feel fitter without additional medication.

Interview With Carolin Kotke Breast Cancer Activist: "I Thought: Maybe I Won't See Next Year"

In an interview with FITBOOK, breast cancer activist Carolin Kotke discusses her daily life with cancer and offers advice to those affected.

Pain often lasts longer in women than in men. In this context, research may have uncovered some intriguing findings.

Studies Provide Insights This Is the Biological Reason Why Women and Men Perceive Pain Differently

Women and men experience pain differently. A new study suggests possible explanation. FITBOOK analyses the study.

Study Examines Contraceptives in Context of Brain Tumors: Woman Holds Pills

Study Shows Some Contraceptives Linked to Higher Risk of Brain Tumors

Danish researchers have studied the link between hormonal contraceptives and brain tumors.

Certain foods are beneficial for women in menopause, according to an expert.

Gynecologist Reveals Foods That Are Especially Beneficial During Menopause

By choosing the right foods and maintaining a generally mindful diet, women can enhance their well-being during menopause.

According to a Study A Blood Test Could Soon Detect Endometriosis Faster

A study reveals hormonal changes in endometriosis that can be distinguished from PCOS. Does this pave the way for a simple blood test?

Certain foods might be better avoided during menopause.

Gynecologist Reveals How Diet Can Worsen Menopause Symptoms

During menopause, some foods can be difficult to digest and may even worsen symptoms. An expert explains.

U.S. Star in Menopause Tori Spelling Anticipates Increased Sexual Desire Through Hormone Therapy

Tori Spelling, 53, revealed that she has undergone hormone replacement therapy and expects her sex drive to increase again.

Diet May Influence Breast Cancer Risk in Women

According to the study Women who incorporate this into their diet can reduce their risk of breast cancer.

According to a study, a specific diet can reduce the risk of breast cancer. This is also true for women with an increased genetic predisposition.

Ovaries take on another important function after menopause

Far from unnecessary! What role the ovaries may play after menopause

After menopause, when women no longer produce fertilizable eggs, the ovaries may become a type of immune organ.

According to a Study What Two Hours of Strength Training Per Week Can Do for Women

According to a study, two hours of strength training per week can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Many associate menopause primarily with a disrupted menstrual cycle. However, a variety of other symptoms are also possible.

Gynecologist Reveals The 12 Most Bizarre Menopause Symptoms

Menopause can bring a variety of symptoms. A gynecologist reveals 12 surprising issues she has identified.

More Cardio to Fight the "Menopause Belly"? Why That Unfortunately Doesn't Work

Coach Explains Belly Fat During Menopause: This Workout Really Helps

Some women respond to weight gain during menopause with even more cardio. Why this isn't a smart strategy.

Some women experience psychological issues during menopause.

Expert Advice Mental Health Issues During Menopause – When to Seek Help?

Not only can the body act up during menopause, but mental health issues can also become a burden.

How to Recognize Early Signs of Menopause

Advice from an Expert How Women Can Prepare for Menopause

Women know that menopause will eventually arrive. But how can they prepare well for it? An expert explains.

Expert Adaeze Wolf What I Advise Women in Menopause to Maintain Their Muscles

As women enter menopause, they experience muscle loss more rapidly. Nutrition can help counteract this. An expert explains how.

The menopause belly causes frustration for many women as they enter menopause.

Expert Adaeze Wolf in Interview "Intermittent Fasting Is Not a Good Idea for Losing Menopause Belly"

The menopause belly is an annoying side effect of menopause. Here's what causes it and which mistakes women should avoid.

Study Shows Surprising Link Between PMS and Mental Health

A Swedish study reveals a clear link between PMS and mental health disorders. Factors that play a role.

Wladimir Klitschko and Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere "I Told Wlad, 'I Can't Go on Living Like This!'"

Hayden Panettiere spoke openly about her postpartum depression and why her daughter lives with her father, Wladimir Klitschko.

Signs of an Overactive Bladder, Causes and Treatment

Many Women Affected When to Address an Overactive Bladder and What Can Help

Bladder training, lifestyle, and diagnosis: The steps for managing an overactive bladder and when further evaluation is needed.

Interview With Swaantje Taube on Health, Discipline, and Starting Anew After Fifty: What Opportunities Arise Now?

Dr. Swaantje Taube in Interview "Menopause Costs the German Economy Billions Each Year"

Change, Illness, and New Paths: Swaantje Taube Explains How Women Over Fifty Can Consciously Shape Their Lives

Starting in Your Late 40s How a Woman's Breast Changes With Age

As women age, the risk of breast cancer increases. Researchers have now conducted an in-depth analysis of how the female breast changes with age.