hormones
Could Mifepristone Be the Next Big Birth Control Drug?
It's better known as one of the ingredients of the abortion pill, but researchers believe it might work as a new anti-hormonal contraceptive.
Gen Z Hates Birth Control. Or Do They?
Talking to young women about hormonal contraception reveals more nuanced takes than TikTok would make you think.
Why Is Everyone Talking About ‘Balancing Their Hormones?’
Wake up. Look at the sun. Eat carrot salad. Fix your estrogen levels.
Does Testosterone Affect Your Politics?
The far right seized upon a study that said administering T could cause a “red shift” in Democrats. Reality isn't so simple.
Fatphobia Sucks, Especially If You're Trying to Have a Baby
Fat people are often told to lose weight before getting pregnant, but the science behind it is shallow and biased.
How Starting Testosterone Changed My Sex Life
"Within two months of going on T, I suddenly had an insatiable sex drive."
I Can’t Wait to Be Pregnant. I Also Can’t Wait to Be Back on T
Of course, it’s my choice. But it’s also a trans masc nightmare.
At-Home Fertility Tests Are Booming, But Are They Worth It?
Lucrative startups are capitalising on fertility anxiety, but at-home tests may not be as effective as people think.
A Beginner's Guide to Microdosing Testosterone During Your Transition
Answers to your burning questions about body hair, muscle mass, finding a doctor familiar with non-binary health care, and a whole lot more.
Feeling Fatigued, Anxious or Depressed? It Might Be Your Thyroid
Thyroid disorders are invisible, debilitating and way more common than you think.
Everything I Learned at a Workshop About Loving Your Period
"Eine Frau, die ihren Körper kennt, ist eine kraftvolle Frau", sagt die Kursleiterin.
A Testosterone Shortage Is Happening Now. Here's What You Need to Know
“We have been trying to anticipate a potential shortage as much as possible," said Zil Goldstein of Callen-Lorde. "We do have some concerns.”