Center for Young Women's Health
FruitYou may have heard that eating fruits (and vegetables) is good for you, but why? Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is associated with a decreased risk of … read more
Articles Tagged: vitamins and minerals
Are my bones healthy?
Bone health is important for women of all ages. Take our quiz to find out how healthy your habits are for your bones!
Am I getting enough vitamins, minerals and fiber in my diet?
Vitamins, minerals, and fiber are needed for healthy eyes, skin, hair, blood, and digestion. They also keep your immune system strong, which helps you fight colds, the flu, and other diseases. Take our quiz to see if you get enough vitamins, minerals, and fiber!
Do I get enough iron in my diet?
It is important to get enough iron to build red blood cells, muscle proteins, and healthy bones. Most importantly, it helps your blood cells carry the oxygen it needs for energy. Take our quiz to see if you are getting enough iron!
Endometriosis: Leuprolide Acetate With Add–Back
Leuprolide acetate (Lupron Depot®) is a type of gonadotropin–releasing hormone agonist (GnRH agonist) medicine. GnRH agonist medications help to lower pelvic pain caused by endometriosis. Add–back therapy is the addition … read more
Iron
Iron is a mineral that helps build red blood cells, which is especially important for growing teens. Most importantly, iron helps your blood cells carry oxygen, which provides energy throughout … read more
How to Be a Healthy Vegetarian
What is a vegetarian? A vegetarian is someone who doesn’t eat meat, including beef, chicken, pork, or fish and may or may not choose to eat other animal products such … read more
Calcium
Calcium is a mineral that helps build strong bones. Calcium is also necessary for many of your body’s functions, such as blood clotting and nerve and muscle function. During the … read more
Folic Acid
Folic acid is a B vitamin that is important for metabolism and used to make healthy new cells in the body. Getting enough folic acid is especially important during growth … read more
Sports and Nutrition: Fueling Your Performance
Just as a car runs best with a full tank of gas, your body needs the right kind of fuel from food in order to perform at its best. A … read more