Urinary tract infections in women are extremely common. Not only is the urethra short; the close proximity to the vagina and anus (both of which aren’t meant to be sterile) makes it prone to infection. And because urinary tract infections occur so easily, questions about them do too. Here is some clarification about them to help dispel myths.

If your partner uses the pill perfectly, it’s 99% effective. But nobody’s perfect, so the actual effectiveness is closer to 93% effective.

The human gut is home to a diverse collection of microbes, collectively termed gut microbiota. Your gut microbes help regulate digestion, fight disease and even improve your mood.

An upset stomach is a nonmedical term describing a range of gastrointestinal symptoms like gas, bloating, indigestion, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea.

The pancreas connects to the small intestine and is located in the upper abdomen. It drains digestive enzymes into the small intestine to break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats. It also produces hormones and releases them into the blood.

The recommended dietary allowance for vitamin C in the United States is 75 mg/day for women and 90 mg/day for men.

We know that pregnant people are at increased risk for severe COVID-19, compared to people who are not pregnant.

Breastfeeding offers a wealth of benefits for your baby – like a lower risk of infections and well-balanced nutrition for starters. But mothers benefit from breastfeeding as well.

We all want to practice good self-hygiene. But sometimes it’s hard to know what we should or shouldn’t do, especially when it comes to vaginal hygiene.

We all know that eating right is a good thing. During the postpartum period, your body needs time and energy to heal. Nutrition helps the healing process.