Hormonal balance plays a vital role in a woman’s overall health. One of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women worldwide is hypothyroidism — a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormones. These hormones regulate metabolism, energy levels, and many essential body functions. When thyroid activity slows down, the body’s processes also slow, leading to a range of symptoms that can affect daily life and long-term health.

What Is Hypothyroidism?

The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck, produces two main hormones — thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These hormones help control metabolism, body temperature, and heart rate.

In hypothyroidism, the gland does not make enough T3 and T4, resulting in a slowed metabolism. Women are up to 8 times more likely than men to develop this condition, especially after age 40 or during hormonal transitions such as pregnancy and menopause.

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What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath, the protective covering of nerve fibers in the central nervous system (CNS). This damage disrupts communication between the brain and the rest of the body, leading to a wide range of physical and cognitive symptoms.

While MS affects both men and women, it is significantly more common in women, with women being 2 to 3 times more likely to develop the disease than men.

Why Are Women More Affected?

The exact cause of MS is unknown, but research points to a combination of genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and hormonal influences. The disproportionate impact on women suggests that estrogen, progesterone, and other sex hormones may play a role in modulating the immune system.

Recent studies have shown:

What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath, the protective covering of nerve fibers in the central nervous system (CNS). This damage disrupts communication between the brain and the rest of the body, leading to a wide range of physical and cognitive symptoms.

While MS affects both men and women, it is significantly more common in women, with women being 2 to 3 times more likely to develop the disease than men.

Why Are Women More Affected?

The exact cause of MS is unknown, but research points to a combination of genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and hormonal influences. The disproportionate impact on women suggests that estrogen, progesterone, and other sex hormones may play a role in modulating the immune system.

Recent studies have shown:

Anorexia nervosa is a serious psychological and physical disorder that affects individuals across all genders, but it disproportionately impacts women, particularly adolescents and young adults.

This condition is characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and severe food restriction, often leading to dangerous levels of weight loss and a range of health complications.

Why Are Women More Affected?

While eating disorders can affect anyone, research shows that women are significantly more likely to develop anorexia. Several factors contribute to this increased risk:

1. Societal and Cultural Pressures

Women often face intense pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards that equate thinness with success, beauty, and self-worth. This constant exposure to idealized body images in media, advertising, and social media can lead to body dissatisfaction and disordered eating behaviors.