A Conversation with Maria Shriver. Preserving Your Memory, Summer 2009

As a mother of four, a bestselling author, award-winning journalist and wife of California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver leads a very busy life. Despite her hectic lifestyle, there's one issue for which Maria always sets aside time: being an advocate in the fight for Alzheimer's education and research for a cure.

Oh, My Aching Head. Oxygen Magazine

Chances are it's happened to you: You're running on a treadmill, doing reverse lunges or lifting weights and then wham, you're hit with a headache that knocks you off your feet. What's a girl to do? Tough it out and keep working up a sweat or call it day? Here's the scoop on those pesky exercise headaches and how to know whether your "brain pain" is just a hassle that ruins your workout or something more serious.

The Pill and Your Heart. University of Texas HealthLeader

Since 1960, when the FDA first approved it for contraception, "The Pill" has worn the label of being one of the most effective methods (when used correctly) to prevent pregnancy. As decades passed, the tiny pill was discovered to pack a punch in more areas than just contraception. It also reduces risk of ovarian cysts, ovarian cancer and endometrial cancer. Today's brands can even include tweaked formulas (or good marketing) to help with symptoms of PMS, acne and facial hair. Now, the Pill potentially has been found to have another effect, this time not so good--on the heart.

What No One Tells You. Pregnancy Magazine

The moment you revealed your pregnancy, it's likely every mother you know--and even some strangers--began telling you what to expect: sore breasts, nausea, outrageous cravings. But there are things about pregnancy that no one seems to mention. It could be that they're too embarrassing. or maybe these ladies don't want to scare you any more than they already have. But we're ready to give you the real deal on what might change.