Hormones have a major impact on women’s lives: Puberty in your teenage years is just the beginning—between monthly cycles and pregnancy, changes in hormones are pretty much part of daily life. And as ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It's no secret that hormones directly impact your health and well-being, and even the slightest ...

Sudden or persistent bloating isn't always about weight gain. A doctor explains when bloating becomes a warning sign, the symptoms to track and why early evaluation matters.

The battle against the belly bulge is all too real. Packing on extra pounds around the waistline is a common frustration many individuals deal with. Whether you lead a more sedentary lifestyle, have a ...

"Thyroid belly," the abdominal weight gain that's thought to go hand-in-hand with low thyroid conditions, has gained a lot of attention on social media recently. But the truth about the condition-and ...

Fluctuations in hormones before or during a period can cause bloating and fluid retention Do you wake up with a flat stomach and experience a rounded belly post-afternoon? Fret not, this isn't ...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes a myriad of symptoms including weight gain around the abdomen. “PCOS belly” is the result of hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance. To get rid of a PCOS ...

At this year’s meeting, menopause experts discussed recent data on age-related weight change, belly fat accumulation, and what women can do about it. Whoever coined the phrase “Don’t mess with success ...

Weight gain isn't always bad, but noticing isolated areas of your body changing shape and composition can be a warning sign.