Newsweek Columnists - Her Body

Why Men Leave When Cancer Arrives

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:52:13 GMT

A new study shows that men are more likely to ditch their sick spouses.

Women's Willpower Problem

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:15:45 GMT

Our willpower problem, and what we can do about it.

When Mean Girls Go Digital

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:00:04 GMT

Tips for handling social tech, from the author of the newly updated Queen Bees and Wannabes.

Coping With a Parent's Suicide

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:47:04 GMT

A new book explores the pain and confusion children feel when a parent commits suicide.

Domestic Violence: New Ideas for Stopping It

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:15:11 GMT

Actually, about 1.5 million women are raped or assaulted each year by a spouse or intimate partner. New ideas about stopping domestic violence.

Are Fat Friends Bad for Each Other?

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:06:15 GMT

A new study finds that overweight kids eat more when they eat with other overweight kids.

Why Divorce Can Be Bad for Your Health

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:42:05 GMT

A new study shows that couples who split face health risks.

5 Biggest Mistakes of Mothers-in-Law

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:43:09 GMT

A new book unravels the ancient conflict. Plus: The five biggest mistakes both sides make.

Dubious Health Lessons From Reality TV

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 19:42:21 GMT

And other dubious health lessons from reality TV.

Does it Make Sense for Women to Marry for Money?

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:39:13 GMT

A new book asks whether women should marry for money after all.

Do 50-Year-Old Women Really Need a Sex Life?

Fri, 29 May 2009 03:32:48 GMT

Do 50-year-old women really want the sex life they had at age 25?

How Mothers Influence a Daughter’s Body Image

Wed, 06 May 2009 19:51:00 GMT

Two new books look at the influence mothers have on their daughters' body image—and how women can instill confidence instead of insecurity.

Padma Lakshmi on the Need to Treat Endometriosis

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:15:55 GMT

Why a famous beauty like 'Top Chef' host Padma Lakshmi is talking about a very unglamorous disease like endometriosis.

Weight Loss: How to Spot Dangerous Diet Pills

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:42:34 GMT

Why some over-the-counter diet pills aren't just a sham, they're downright dangerous.

Science Looks for an Alternative to Hair Dye

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 19:43:42 GMT

Science gets closer to finding a way to reverse the graying process without hair color.

New Research on Alternatives to Total Hysterectomy

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:25:06 GMT

A look at the latest research into when women should get hysterectomies and how the life-altering procedure should be done.

Experts Slam Oprah and Somers' Take on Menopause

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:10:08 GMT

Why medical experts were shocked by Oprah Winfrey's take on hormone replacement and Suzanne Somers's controversial theories on aging.

Factors Affecting Age of Puberty in Girls

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:12:47 GMT

Scientists take a closer look at the complex biological and social factors that influence the age of puberty in girls.

The 6 Worst Diet Fads

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:17:22 GMT

We take a look at this year's crop of trendy and potentially counterproductive weight-loss plans.

Why You Should Ignore the Hormone Replacement Hype

Fri, 02 Jan 2009 22:58:37 GMT

Why you should ignore most stories about hormone replacement therapy.