Female Contraceptives
Most female contraceptives, mainly hormone contraceptives and coils, have come under heavy scrutiny by users of such contraception. Many women report life-changing side effects of most contraceptives, such as depression and losing interest in their partners. Moreover, people are urging women to come off contraceptives altogether. If incorrect or correct, these bold statements can have a considerable impact and consequences on women, their partners, and society. Is there strong scientific evidence to either support or not support women's concerns and experiences? Also, advice for women on the best way to choose contraceptives to suit them and their needs. For instance, are certain contraceptives better suited for women who exercise regularly or suffer from mental disorders?
Adapting fitness training according to the menstrual phase
There is a lot of talk regarding women adapting their training to their menstrual cycle. Despite the (some) well-intentioned discussions on this topic, I worry many women will adjust their training, often to less intensity when they don't need to. Also, the more the topic is discussed and promoted, the more women start having a placebo effect that they're stronger, weaker, etc., during certain times in their phases, consequently leading to reduced performance in physical training. Is there any solid and well-researched scientific hypothesis that women benefit from specific training according to their menstrual phase?
Immune system/vaccine
Growing up I always accepted the idea of vaccines because they are just a normal part of modern-day health/life. But when I think about the history of humans it starts to not make so much sense to me. When the Spanish Conquistadors came to the Americas and killed tons of people, the virus didn't keep killing people throughout generations. The ones who survived made antibodies and when they had kids it's not like those kids needed a vaccine so that they wouldn't get sick from the same virus - they received the antibodies from their mom through breast milk and they were then inoculated to the virus. What I don't understand is if this is true. Then why is it a practice to vaccinate babies when they're born? Also, why is it normal for women to choose to formula feed vs breastfeed? I don't like speaking about this in public because I get labeled as a crazy anti-vaxer. But I just genuinely want to know the science behind it. IF I choose to not vaccinate my kids, are they at greater risk even if they're breastfed? Also, have there been any studies or data showing if there are risks associated with vaccinating babies? It would be cool if you could do a podcast with virologist or immunologist about this.