Women’s Health
Women’s health focuses on the health needs specific to women. Traditionally, women were excluded from research. As such, women’s health is specifically important as we understand the different health needs between men and women. Diet and supplements can be helpful for improving and maintaining women’s health.
Last Updated:August 16, 2022
Women’s health includes health concerns specific to women, such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause, infertility, and dysmenorrhea. Although most research focuses on cisgender women, it can also relate to transgender and nonbinary individuals depending on the conditions studied.
A nutrient-dense and balanced diet is crucial for women's health because women require higher amounts of calcium, iron, and folic acid at different life stages, particularly during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Insufficient intake of these nutrients can result in health issues, including pregnancy complications and anemia.
Women’s health supplements of interest include those that address common nutrient deficiencies, such as folic acid, vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin D, and iron. Additionally, supplements like ginger, lavender, and black cohosh are studied for their potential benefits in alleviating discomfort from various health conditions and for their hormonal effects.
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