Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Women’s Health and Complementary Approaches

Complementary health approaches have been studied for several health issues of concern to women...

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Complementary health approaches have been studied for several health issues of concern to women, including:

  • Menopause symptoms. Although some women report symptom relief with herbs such as black cohosh, red clover, and soy, none of these products has been proven effective. Psychological and physical practices such as yoga, tai chi, hypnosis, and acupuncture may help with some menopause symptoms.

  • Urinary tract infections. There's evidence that cranberry may help reduce the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women who have had a previous UTI. However, cranberry hasn't been shown to be effective for treating a UTI. If you have UTI symptoms, see your health care provider.

  • Well-being during pregnancy. Like other physical activities, yoga can be safe and beneficial during pregnancy if appropriate precautions are taken. Yoga may help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression during pregnancy. If you're pregnant, talk with your health care provider to find out if exercise is safe for you and to learn if you should adjust your physical activities, including yoga, during your pregnancy.

 

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