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But now, there may be an answer for these women who want to have a child of their own. Researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine have developed a brand new technique called in vitro activation, which involves inducing the ovaries to produce eggs. The scientists tested their treatment on 27 women in Japan with POI and were able to collect viable eggs from five of them. After going through the treatment, one woman gave birth to a healthy baby boy, and another is currently pregnant....

Beginning mid-August and lasting until the first hard frost of fall, weed pollens, like those from ragweed and sagebrush, will trigger a new wave of symptoms—runny noses, itching, sneezing and watery and puffy eyes—in allergy-prone individuals. To make matters worse, experts predict this season to be worse and longer than previous years. True, ragweed is commonly found in the Midwest and sagebrush in western states, such as Wyoming, California, Nevada and Idaho, but weed pollens are ubiquitous, says allergist Rachel Szekely, MD, a physician at the Cleveland Clinic....

If using ramekins, place 1/4" of water in the bottom of the baking sheet to prevent the burning of any juices that might escape. (I found out the hard way that not doing so is likely to set off your smoke alarm.) Serves 12 Topping 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1" chunks 1 lb parsnips, cut into 1" chunks 1/2 c milk (dairy or almond) + 1–2 Tbsp, if needed 1/2 c sour cream 2 Tbsp butter Filling 1 l/2 lb portobello mushrooms, diced 2–3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 c vegetable broth + 1–2 Tbsp, if needed 1 yellow onion, diced 1 Tbsp minced garlic 1 can (14 oz) low-sodium diced tomatoes 1 1/2 c chopped celery 1 c diced carrots 1 c frozen sweet peas 1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 c red wine...

Researchers split 30 women into two groups and purposely irritated one of the groups by asking them to complete impossible puzzles while being mocked for their incompetence (seriously, who wouldn’t blow a gasket in that setting?). Afterward, the women were asked to sample different kinds of ginger ale and beer in what they thought was an unrelated taste test. The results? The women who’d been angered drank nearly twice as much booze than their calmer counterparts....

A: It can be, especially if “normal” for you means cramming too many activities into one day. Being overcommitted is one of several common energy zappers I see in my patients—but that they often don’t see themselves. They think they’re just irritable and depressed. I know, because it happens to me when I try to do too much. So I check in with my schedule once a week to see what’s eating it up—and then I make sure I add at least two hours of self-care, such as a massage or meditation time, to assure that I get a much-needed energy reboot....

When you’re about to get a brow or bikini wax…and they double-dip.these tips to get a perfect bikini wax every time We’ll let it slide once in a while if you’re sharing guacamole with friends, but if your aesthetician is going back to the waxing pot with the same stick for seconds or thirds, alarms should be going off in your head. “Double-dipping is never sterile—especially in the bikini area, where you can transfer dead skin cells or even STDs between clients,” says Jolie Arsenault, owner of Wax Me Too salon in Salt Lake City....

A team of researchers at the University of California, San Diego, and Kaohsiung Medical University in Taiwan identified the shadiest ingredients of the bunch, so you can spot the troublemakers before you bring them anywhere near your eyeballs. Here are three to check the ingredients’ list for: Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT), a preservative This ingredient is one of the top three most common causes of contact dermatitis, a type of itchy skin rash....

Serves 4 as side dish Ingredients: 1/2-pound young, thin-stalked asparagus spears½ cup julienned sweet peppers1 tablespoon minced garlic2 tablespoons chopped almond slivers1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (for the baking sheetand asparagus)1 tablespoon butter1 heaping teaspoon sage1/3 cup white wineSalt & pepper to taste What to do: Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Wash asparagus and sweet peppers.Trim off the woody ends of the asparagus (about 1 inch).Julienne (or cut into thin long strips) the sweet peppers....

The good news is that, along with making sleep more of a priority (ahem), a simple solution to turning around tired-looking skin is right in your kitchen. You can fake looking more awake by eating these 8 skin-beautifying foods and beverages. And, according to Keri Glassman, founder of Nutritious Life, a nutrition practice in New York City, avoiding foods that make you look more tired than you actually are is key....

A new study, published in the British Medical Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, analyzed data from nearly 2,500 Danish women between the ages of 15 and 49. Of those women, 317 had glioma, a rare brain tumor. (And when we say “rare,” we mean it. Approximately 5 women in 100,000 are diagnosed with the cancer annually in the Danish population, according to lead study author David Gaist, MD, PhD, neurology professor at the University of Southern Denmark’s Institute of Clinical Medicine....

Despite this dramatic shift, you don’t hear much about how best to cope with these changes. And except for frequent reminders about getting mammograms, there isn’t even much info about how to keep your breasts healthy for the long haul. Here’s our solution: an owner’s manual for the breast, with a guide to cancer detection and treatment, help with everyday problems, and a no-hype look at how to preserve perk—including surgical options and the kind of lift you can find in a lingerie drawer (if you know what you’re looking for)....

More from Prevention: An Exclusive Interview With Brooke Burke-Charvet “We’re not yet sure why thyroid cancer affects more young women than men, but thyroid disorders themselves are more common among women,” says endocrinologist Scott Isaacs, MD, clinical instructor of medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. “Thyroid cancer just moved up the list of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women, and now sits at fifth.”Family history, genetic factors and other thyroid disorders all increase your risk of cancer....

Serves 4. Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil 8 new potatoes, cut in quarters1 onion, thinly sliced (about ½ cup)1 tablespoon minced garlic1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste½ teaspoon ground black pepper½ teaspoon cumin¼ teaspoon cinnamon2 medium-sized carrots, thinly sliced (1/4-inch thick)¼ head shredded cabbage (about 4 cups)1 teaspoon lemon juice What to do: Heat oil over medium heat.Cook potatoes, onion and garlic in oil 8-10 minutes.Stir in salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon and carrots....

In a small pilot study published in the journal Nutrition and Health, researchers set out to compare the merits of calorie restriction versus intuitive eating. For six weeks, 16 study participants—all of them trying to lose weight—were instructed to either consciously restrict caloric intake (by counting the calories in their meals) or else adopt an approach that relied on the body’s internal hunger cues without recording nary a number. After six weeks, participants who’d counted calories lost more weight than their intuitive-eating peers....

[sidebar]For 35 days, UCLA researchers had 38 women—some single, most with partners—answer daily questionnaires about their relationships, attractions, and flirtations. The attached women tended to lust after other guys when they were most fertile, or about 2 weeks after menstruation, researchers learned. Around the same time, these same women reported that their men became more jealous and possessive. (Previous research suggests that men unconsciously recognize ovulation-driven changes via a woman’s armpit aroma....

So What’s Your Level?That depends on the number of people in your family, your health, and theirs. If it’s just you and you’re relatively healthy, then a bronze plan may be fine. If you’re married and have a couple of kids but you’re all healthy, consider silver. If anyone in your family has a chronic health condition or a past medical problem that may recur, you might be better off with gold or platinum....

For decades, aerobic exercise—the type that raises your heart and breathing rates, such as running or cycling—has been touted by scientists as the gold standard in terms of the number of health benefits it brings. More energy, improved mood, lower risk of heart disease and certain cancers, better sleep, better thinking, better sex, and on and on. But as it turns out, there may be another form of exercise that does even more for you: yoga....

Wait. What? Unfortunately, you read right. A team of American researchers combed through several years of health data from a sample of more than 30,000 people. Here’s what they found: Compared to those with all other blood types, the AB people were 82% more likely to develop the kinds of cognitive impairments that augur more serious memory conditions, like dementia. (Boost your memory and age-proof your mind with these natural solutions....

Cranberry relish: In a food processor, pulse fresh cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, and unsweetened cranberry juice. Sweeten with maple syrup. Harvest rice: Prepare brown rice with low sodium broth; add cranberries as it simmers. Toss with scallions and walnuts. Tart baked apples: Core apples and place in baking dish. Fill cavities with a mix of chopped fresh cranberries, walnuts, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour orange juice over apples, coating dish....

Why It WorksDietitians swear this balance is a foolproof way to eat healthfully and lose weight. Health-conscious eaters can benefit from it, too, since most people are surprised to find out that “healthy” foods like Caesar salad and tuna sandwiches might not be as nutritious as they thought. Don’t worry: Unlike other diet strategies, you won’t have to deprive yourself of the mouth-watering meals you love. Follow our easy tips and you can enjoy your meals pound-free....