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There\u2019s a difference between women and men\u2014and it goes beyond physical distinctions. We\u2019re talking about health disparities<\/a> and how women respond to remedies. A gender bias<\/a> can even lead women to seek treatment too late or get a wrong diagnosis.<\/p>\n Many women don’t know what to expect during their life stages or how to handle preventive care. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to learn more about women’s unique health concerns. After all, knowledge is power!<\/p>\n What can you do to boost your health or support the health of women in your life? Here are seven facts about women\u2019s health and tips for a healthy lifestyle. <\/p>\n According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), most caregivers are women<\/a>. Women caregivers face more long-term mental health issues<\/a> \u2014 such as depression and anxiety \u2014 than their male counterparts. <\/p>\n Taking care of someone is often stressful, and stress can lead to poor-quality sleep<\/a> and poor health. If you\u2019re tossing and turning at night, you won’t feel refreshed in the morning. You might get sick more easily<\/a> or even forget to exercise<\/a>.<\/p>\n To reduce your chances of poor health as a caregiver, set aside time for you. Here are some tips:<\/p>\n You are what you eat, right? What you eat affects your health and mood<\/a>. It can also affect your hormones \u2014 and reproductive health<\/a>. <\/p>\n Vitamin D is important for hormonal health<\/a>, so think about adding foods like eggs and fatty fish to your diet. Thanks to their omega-3 nutrients, fatty fish like salmon also help balance estrogen<\/a> and can ease menstrual pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n For a healthy diet, you should also stock up on cruciferous veggies, too. They have phytoestrogens<\/a> like lignans and coumestrol, which help balance estrogen during your monthly cycles. <\/p>\n To gain better insight, track what you eat on the MyFitnessPal<\/a> app. You\u2019ll see your daily intake of iron, calcium, vitamin D, protein, and other essential nutrients. Plus, you can see how much fiber, sugar, fats, and carbs are in the foods you eat.<\/p>\n You might also like Pregnancy brings life. It also changes life: yours! If you\u2019re pregnant, you want to safely get enough physical activity in your day. Safely staying active during pregnancy can reduce your chances of<\/a>: <\/p>\n We get it\u2014pregnancy can make it harder to work out. To keep your body strong as your baby grows, try modified exercises or alternative forms, like swimming, stationary bikes, or water aerobics. Pilates and yoga stretches can also help you keep moving. <\/p>\n As you move through life, your nutritional needs change<\/a>. <\/p>\n According to the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025<\/a>, young women generally don\u2019t get enough protein, calcium, and iron in their diet. Good health also includes vitamins B6<\/a> and B12<\/a>: two vitamins that support your growth and body changes. <\/p>\n Have you transitioned into your adult years? It may be time to increase your calcium, fiber, and vitamin D. <\/p>\n The Dietary Guidelines<\/a> say that about 90% of adult women don\u2019t get enough dietary fiber during this stage. Also, about 60% don\u2019t get enough calcium, and 90% don\u2019t get enough vitamin D. These\u00a0nutrients<\/a> are essential for building bone mass. Use the MyFitnessPal<\/a> app to monitor how much calcium, protein, and vitamin D you\u2019re getting each day, which can boost bone and hormone health<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n What about older women\u2019s nutritional needs? You may need to continue to increase your calcium, vitamin D, and fiber intake. Vitamin B12 and protein are also essential. The Dietary Guidelines<\/a> say that about 50% of older women don\u2019t get enough protein, which can lead to muscle loss. <\/p>\n Menopause is when your ovaries stop releasing eggs. It\u2019s also when estrogen significantly drops for many women<\/a>. You might think estrogen is only for your reproductive system, but it does a lot more. <\/p>\n Estrogen also affects<\/a> your:<\/p>\n Menopausal symptoms affect your mood, body temperature, and energy. A drop in estrogen can also lead to overall weight gain<\/a> and more belly fat. A higher body mass index (BMI) and weight gain can cause more health risks such as cardiovascular diseases<\/a>.<\/p>\n Here are some ways to help prepare your body for menopause:<\/p>\n You might also like Hormone shifts during your menstrual cycle can lead to changes in exercise performance. You have two main menstrual phases<\/a>: follicular and luteal. Follicular is the first half of the month, with day one being the start of menstruation. <\/p>\n During the follicular phase, you might feel more motivated<\/a> to workout. But take care. Your hormones rise throughout this phase, but they start low. Too many sudden switches to your workout routine could lead to muscle soreness<\/a> or damage.<\/p>\n In the luteal phase, your estrogen starts to drop, while progesterone continues for a bit. Then, both hormones drop as menstruation approaches. This phase is best for lower-intensity workouts<\/a> and plenty of recovery time. <\/p>\n A woman’s body uses a lot of estrogen to keep bones strong. After menopause, you can’t rely on that steady supply of estrogen. That decrease has an impact on health. It can make your bones more brittle and lead to a 4x higher risk<\/a> of osteoporosis.<\/p>\n Since muscle loss also occurs with aging<\/a>, your muscles won’t stay as strong. Fitting more exercise into your day also helps\u00a0protect your bones<\/a>. More muscles as “padding” can reduce the risks of fractures or breaks, even with lower bone density.\u00a0<\/p>\n The post 7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Women\u2019s Health<\/a> appeared first on MyFitnessPal Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Women have different experiences from men\u2014and those deserve the spotlight (and some TLC!).What to Know About Women\u2019s Health<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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4. Nutritional needs change as you (and your menstrual cycle!) age<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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5. Menopause can affect your body composition<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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7. Women\u2019s risk of osteoporosis is four times higher<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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