Guest columnists Johanna Goldfarb, MD and Paula Brown share simple yoga poses that you can do at home or anywhere. Yoga helps balance the mind and creates a strong body.

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Omega-3 fatty acids help maintain cell membranes and aid in brain function. But if you are taking omega-3 fish oil capsules rather than eating foods high in omega-3s, are you getting the same benefit and are there any negative side effects?

Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses the benefits of consuming foods high in omega-3s and omega-6s and shares the cons of simply taking fish oil capsules.

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Director of Medical Breast Services at Cleveland Clinic Holly Pederson, MD talks with Host Holly Thacker, MD about the latest breast cancer research and everything you need to know about hormone therapy, treatments, genetic testing and more.

For more information on Dr. Pederson, please visit clevelandclinic.org.

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The MIND diet (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) is a combination of two well-studied dietary approaches - the Mediterranean diet and DASH (Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension) - with some modifications. 

Researchers found those who followed the MIND diet had a 53% reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and those who moderately followed the diet had a 35% reduced risk.

Methyl TetraHydroFolate Reductase (MTHFR) is a gene that produces an essential enzyme in the body. MTHFR plays a key role with regard to many aspects of physical and mental health.

Humans contain two copies of each gene, one from the father and one from the mother, which are referred to as the alleles of a gene. One allele mutation, which occurs in 50% of the population makes it more likely that you will have migraine headaches or other low serotonin medical problems like:

• depression
• irritable bowel
• fibromyalgia

Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses how to put the MIND Diet in action and how to treat MTHFR.

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD is also taking this opportunity to share important pregnancy tips, including navigating nausea, necessary screenings and "labor" tips.

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23andMe Holding Co. has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance to expand its existing BRCA1/BRCA2 (Selected Variants) Genetic Health Risk Report*. The clearance allows 23andMe to report an additional 41 variants in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes known to be associated with higher risk for breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreatic cancer. 23andMe received the first FDA authorization for a direct-to-consumer genetic test for cancer risk in 2018 to report 3 variants in the

Nurse Alexandria Delasantos shares the most common questions women have when starting menopausal hormone therapy.

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD interviews Chad Schlesinger, Senior Program Manager for OB/Gyn Education at the Cleveland Clinic .

Chad helps recruit physicians for the multiple women’s health fellowship programs throughout the OB/GYN and Women’s Health Institute, including the Specialized Women’s Health fellowship program that Dr. Thacker started a quarter of a century ago.

If you're a physician and interested in applying for a women's health fellowship program at Cleveland Clinic, please visit clevelandclinic.org.

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Certified Nurse Practitioner Dana Leslie discusses the Intrauterine Contraception (IUD) and what women can expect, including the side effects, the benefits, the cons and the process of inserting an IUD.

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Fellow migraine sufferer and Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD talks migraines and how to know if you are having a migraine and what treatment can help.

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Rosacea is often confused with facial acne, so many do not seek medical treatment.

Host Holly Thacker MD discusses the symptoms of rosacea, triggers to avoid and how to get the proper diagnosis and treatment.

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Marita Pompeani shares ways women can take care of their physical and mental health.

Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Zurzuvae (zuranolone), the first oral medication indicated to treat postpartum depression (PPD) in adults. PPD is a major depressive episode that typically occurs after childbirth but can also begin during the later stages of pregnancy. Until now, treatment for PPD was only available as an IV injection given by a health care provider in certain health care facilities.

“Postpartum depression is a serious and potentially

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Dry eyes frequently lead to eye discomfort, lower eyesight and reduced quality of life, particularly for people over age 50. 

Host Holly Thacker MD discusses the causes of dry eyes, symptoms to look for and lifestyle habits and treatments to improve dry eyes.

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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host and Executive Director Holly L. Thacker MD talks with her dear friend and future guest podcaster Sylvia Morrison. 

Sylvia is a retired Cleveland Clinic Marketing Executive who lives the Speaking of Women's Health motto Be Strong, Be Healthy, Be in Charge! She shares her secrets to living a healthy lifestyle during retirement, which include daily exercise and journaling everything she eats.

Sylvia also shares her inside tips on scheduling appointments. Call 1-866-320-4573 24 hours/day, 7 days/week to make an appointment with the Cleveland Clinic.

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Host Holly Thacker MD talks about how spices and herbs can be used as medicine, how they can improve certain medical conditions and how they can improve skin and your overall health.

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Guest columnist Alexis Supan says the first step in improving hormone balance is avoiding high processed food.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Opill (norgestrel) tablet for nonprescription use to prevent pregnancy— the first daily oral contraceptive approved for use in the U.S. without a prescription. Approval of this progestin-only oral contraceptive pill provides an option for consumers to purchase oral contraceptive medicine without a prescription at drug stores, convenience stores and grocery stores, as well as online.

The timeline for availability and price of this

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Did you know that there are three stages of menopause? And do you know when you enter and end these stages? Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly L. Thacker MD talks all about the different stages of menopause and how to know when menopause is actually starting.

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Host Holly L. Thacker MD shares why it's important for a woman to properly care for their vulva and vaginal area. She also discusses tips like not using fabric softener sheets with your underwear.

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