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Women’s Wellness Source Brain chemicals can get a bit wonky from time to time, causing moods you can't shake. There's help. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

PMS and the blues

There's help available for women experiencing menopause symptoms related to mood.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 26, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Don't shortchange your sexual health. Make it the best it can be. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Let’s talk about sex

Don't hesitate to bring forward your concerns, because there are solutions.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 19, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Work with a care team to reduce your cardiovascular disease risks. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Ladies, cherish your heart

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Here's what you need to know to keep statistics at bay.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 12, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, calcium, and vitamins A, B and C. Sweet potatoes are also a source of antioxidants, which are important to reduce cancer and heart disease risk. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Power of the sweet potato

This superfood is a weapon against weight gain, belly fat and diabetes.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • February 5, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source

Break the cycle

Change your medical future by following this sage advice from a doctor who has seen it happen.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • January 8, 2019
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Women’s Wellness Source Strength training is a great way to build muscle and avoid weight gain. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Get your workout mojo back

The best time to start? Yesterday. The second-best time? Today.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • November 22, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Make a plan to get through the holidays with less stress, less weight gain and fewer hassles. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Achieve good health during the holidays

Make a plan today to avoid the pitfalls of this merry, yet sometimes stressful season.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • November 15, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Here's what you need to know about what changes in your period really mean. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

My changing period

What does it mean for my health?

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • October 30, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source Ladies, don't suffer in silence. Take control of your pelvic health. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Reclaim your pelvic health

Don't let pain during sex or bladder leakage issues keep you down.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • September 29, 2018
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Women's Health Be careful to not allow the freedom (and stresses) of college to become excuses for overindulgence. (For Spectrum Health Beat)

Avoid the ‘Freshman 15’

A doctor shares 5 simple tips that can help you keep off the weight for good.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • September 6, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source

When autumn can’t come soon enough

Hot weather isn't always a breeze—but there are ways to brave the inevitable stormy days.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • August 9, 2018
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Women’s Wellness Source

Enjoy sugar, but in moderation

The best advice you'll ever hear: Grow with SEEDS—the Seven Essential Elements of Daily Success.

  • By: Diana Bitner, MD
  • August 5, 2018
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