by Staci Tanouye | Nov 30, 2024 | Women's Health
Does sleep impact your hormones? Most people don’t realize this, but adequate sleep impacts your hormones and even reproductive health. You want quality sleep for a number of reasons but today we’re talking about why it’s imperative in supporting...
by Staci Tanouye | Nov 11, 2024 | Women's Health
Diet and exercise? What’s that? If you’ve ever worked on a medical floor, I guarantee your dinner has been peanut butter and graham crackers at some point. I guarantee, you’ve gone 12, 24, or even 36 hour shifts without eating or drinking anything, barely taking...
by Staci Tanouye | Oct 15, 2024 | Pregnancy, Women's Health
Endometriosis is often described as a silent epidemic. It affects millions of women worldwide. Despite its prevalence, it remains mysterious (yes even to us healthcare providers!). What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue similar to the...
by Staci Tanouye | Oct 1, 2024 | Women's Health
Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that mimic hormones and disrupt normal hormone signaling. Found in nearly everything – products like plastics, cosmetics, and pesticides – they can mimic or block hormones, leading to negative health effects. Common EDCs...
by Staci Tanouye | Aug 15, 2024 | Women's Health
Amazon Prime Day (usually twice a year – July and October) is a tempting time to score deals on everything from gadgets to health products. However, as an OBGYN, I have a few strong opinions on what you should skip. Here are five items I’d advise against buying...
by Staci Tanouye | Jun 30, 2024 | Women's Health
Toxic shock syndrome can be a terrifying topic, especially when it’s been ingrained in our minds since we first learned about menstruation. The condition is undeniably dangerous and alarming if it occurs, but contrary to common perception, it’s actually...
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