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Women’s Health Feature Writer: Nicci Talbot

Welcome to Women's Health. This section covers all aspects of health from puberty to the menopause and beyond. You will find news and features on breast health, the menstrual cycle, gynaecological and sexual health, libido, pregnancy & childbirth, fertility, healthy eating, the menopause, and mental health.

'Women in Health' features interviews with inspirational woman working in the health field.

Being healthy means making time for yourself every day - cooking healthy food and eating well, exercising regularly, building positive relationships, and having a satisfying sex life. If you have specific health concerns or an area you would like me to investigate, let me know and I will do my best to help.

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Feature Writer Articles in Women’s Health

Natural Progesterone - An Alternative to HRT
Natural progesterone can be used as an alternative to HRT to treat menopausal symptoms. Research shows that it can also help build bone density and reverse osteoporosis.
Dexa Scans For Osteoporosis Screening
Dexa scans are considered to be the most accurate test for bone density analysis. This article explains how they work, who needs to have one, and what the results mean.
Osteoporosis Exercise Routines For Postmenopause
Osteoporosis is a gradual weakening of bone strength, which puts you at risk of fracture. Here is an outline of exercises that can help reverse it, and those to avoid.
Osteoporosis – What it is and How to Prevent it
Osteoporosis is a gradual weakening of bone strength, which puts you at risk of fracture. Here is an overview of the condition and how you can prevent and reverse it.
Secret Ceres Pelvic Floor Exerciser – A Review
Secret Ceres is a handmade pelvic toner made from kaolin, pomegranate and dripstones. This article explains how to use it and how it differs from regular toning devices.


Contributing Articles in Women’s Health

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Women
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects both men and women. However, women experience the disorder much differently. The results can cause lifelong mental issues.
Causes of Dark Eye Circles and How to Cure Them
Dark eye circles appear as tired eyes or can even give the impression that a person is sick. This is not a serious condition, however, and can be treated naturally.
Recent Publication Doubts Routine Mammogram
The U.S. Preventative Service Task Force recently revealed the potential harms of routine mammograms, which ignited debate over radiation harm of mammogram procedures.
New Year's Resolutions & Weight Loss Goals
Don't make a New Year's Resolutions to lose weight this year. Instead, choose to make a lifestyle change. Lose the weight and keep it off for good.
Benign Breast Lumps
Changes in the texture of breast tissue - particularly unexpected lumps - can be frightening. Fortunately, such changes usually have nothing to do with cancer.