If you’re considering birth control for the first time, or you’re looking to switch up the type of birth control you already have, finding the type of contraception that’s right for your body can feel ...

Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD You can use birth control pills to lower testosterone levels and related symptoms like acne and hair growth. Eating a low-glycemic diet may lower testosterone ...

You’re probably well aware of the pill and how it works—but long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), including the birth control implant (a.k.a. Nexplanon), don’t require a daily check on your ...