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midlife

Women’s Wellness Source

Get the dish on aging well

The Mediterranean diet may hold the key to symptom management in midlife and beyond.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • June 18, 2019
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General Health & Wellness

Run your way to your best self

One woman changes her life, look and longevity by focusing on one important goal.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • May 7, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Past 40? Sorry to say, but there are no more 'cheat days' in your future. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Renew your resolve

Keep your body on the right track with spring-fresh food and a commitment to cooking ahead.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • April 30, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source For many women, a healthy lifestyle is not enough. They want some kind of treatment to help them feel better and get back to feeling like themselves. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Are hormones safe?

New research puts to rest old fears.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • March 5, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Brain chemicals can get a bit wonky from time to time, causing moods you can't shake. There's help. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

PMS and the blues

There's help available for women experiencing menopause symptoms related to mood.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 26, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Don't shortchange your sexual health. Make it the best it can be. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Let’s talk about sex

Don't hesitate to bring forward your concerns, because there are solutions.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 19, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Work with a care team to reduce your cardiovascular disease risks. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Ladies, cherish your heart

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Here's what you need to know to keep statistics at bay.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 12, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, calcium, and vitamins A, B and C. Sweet potatoes are also a source of antioxidants, which are important to reduce cancer and heart disease risk. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Power of the sweet potato

This superfood is a weapon against weight gain, belly fat and diabetes.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 5, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Strength training is a great way to build muscle and avoid weight gain. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Get your workout mojo back

The best time to start? Yesterday. The second-best time? Today.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • November 22, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Here's what you need to know about what changes in your period really mean. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

My changing period

What does it mean for my health?

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • October 30, 2018
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Women's Health
Patient Story

Reclaiming her spark

Menopause stripped away Judy Pellerito’s joy, but with hormone therapy, she has a new song to sing.

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  • By: Eve Clayton
  • October 29, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Ladies, take the time to listen to your ticker. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Confused about heart disease and menopause?

This physician shares how to determine when your symptoms require a full evaluation.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 17, 2018
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