July 2017 - If type 2 diabetes is part of your life—whether you have the condition or are at risk of developing it—you’ve probably heard of a drug called metformin. Perhaps your doctor has told you about it, has recently started you on it or has been prescribing it to you for years to keep your blood sugar under control. It’s no newbie. Metformin has been available by prescription in the US for more than 20 years and in Europe for more than 40 years. US doctors write nearly 60 million…

Can I use an astringent and a collagen gel before I apply my moisturizer with 25 spf? I have had one spot of skin cancer removed with MOHS technique.

Read Dr. Anna Camille Moreno’s column on genitourinary syndrome of menopause or commonly known to us as vulvovaginal atrophy.

Forget barbecue when you can instantly whip up this awesome and simple pulled chicken recipe. Serve on sandwiches, sliders or as an entrée.

This recipe is from Holly Clegg’s trimandTERRIFIC® KITCHEN 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence.

Dr. Holly L. Thacker is named "Top Doctor" in the August 2017 edition of Cleveland Magazine. This is a tremendous honor that recognizes both Dr. Thacker's commitment to her patients and to Cleveland Clinic.

July 2017 -- Speaking of Women's Health's column is named best women's health blog in 2017. Healthline carefully selected the most up-to-date, informative, and inspiring blogs that aim to uplift their readers through education and personal stories. Read More

Read Dr. Sabrina Sikka’s column on yoga, and what every woman needs to know about yoga and may not have asked.

A fantastic satisfying vegetable entrée as the spicy taco seasoning perfectly contrasts the naturally sweet yams.

This recipe is from Holly Clegg’s trimandTERRIFIC® Eating Well Through Cancer.

Dr. Holly L. Thacker and her son Stetson T. Thacker, PhD discuss how eating certain foods can help improve mental and physical health. And conversely, how some foods can affect your medication levels!

Dr. Holly L. Thacker shares advances and innovations in women's health.Live Well: August 2017 -- An informed woman is a strong woman. Understanding the latest innovations and options for treating health problems can improve lifestyle, longevity and outlook on life. Research is uncovering new ways to treat common problems women face, from a leaky bladder to depression during pregnancy. We talked to three Ohio hospital systems about innovations in women’s health that are providing more treatment…

About half of women begin menopause by age 51 years, according to the National Institute on Aging, and some women may experience its symptoms as much as a decade before that. “It is very important for primary care physicians to be involved and assess for menopause in women of this age because a lot of women past childbearing years do not necessarily continue to see their OB/GYN,” said Holly L. Thacker, MD, professor and chair of the Center for Specialized Women's Health at Cleveland Clinic…

Read menopause specialist Dr. Holly L. Thacker’s column on the newly released position statement from the North American Menopause Society about menopausal hormone therapy.

PHILADELPHIA (CBS)—Fifteen years ago, scientists said hormone replacement therapy was risky. Now the research is showing it does not increase premature deaths. Hormones were once considered a fountain of youth for menopausal women, but millions stopped taking them after the 2002 landmark study revealed hormone therapy could increase the risk of breast cancer, strokes and heart disease. But now, follow-up research says women who took either estrogen or a combined estrogen-progestin…

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My wife has chronic kidney disease. Should she avoid whey protein? Is there any protein supplement that she can safely take?

Former national keynote speaker for Speaking of Women’s, Jennifer Lewis-Hall, shares five easy ways for women to take care of themselves while caregiving for family members.

My 53 year old daughter is going through menopause and having a lot of symptoms: stress, emotional distress - ups and downs, and is unable to take estrogen due to the sores she gets on her hands. She has taken birth control pills since she was 16 years of age.

She is currently off estrogen and her hands cleared up. Is there any other substitute or natural or holistic treatment to help with her menopause symptoms?

September 2017 - Dr. Holly L. Thacker discusses the latest data that continues to prove that hormone therapy is safe for women who are suffering from menopause symptoms.

Dr. Anna Camille Moreno discusses the new U.S. Preventive Services Task Force's recommendation on cervical cancer screening.

No fuss with stuffing this artichoke! Mix all the ingredients in one skillet, close your eyes and you will think you are eating a stuffed artichoke. Outstanding, simple and one of my most popular recipes!

This recipe is from Holly Clegg's trimandTERRIFIC® KITCHEN 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence.