Menopause, a natural phase in a woman’s life, often comes with a range of uncomfortable symptoms. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is an option, many women prefer to explore natural alternatives. This blog post offers practical tips to help you manage menopause symptoms and improve your overall well-being. What are the Symptoms of Menopause Menopause…
What is IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes millions of Americans. It affects women twice as often as men. IBS is not a specific disease — it’s a collection of symptoms of the digestive, immune, and nervous systems. IBS Symptoms Common symptoms of IBS include the following: IBS can also…
PMS (premenstrual syndrome) affects most women, around 50%. While some symptoms are mild, most women experience a disruption in their work, home, and relationships due to these symptoms. But this does not have to happen. Symptoms that significantly impact a woman’s life quality include psychological symptoms (irritation, anxiety, and depressed mood) or physical symptoms (headaches, fluid retention, breast tenderness,…
Did you know that there are several root causes of anxiety? Your anxiety and panic attacks are not in your head but a sign of inflammation in your brain. Nutritional deficiencies are the most common cause I see in my clinic. Here are a few of the nutritional deficiencies to look for: VITAMIN B COMPLEX…
Nutrients in food are the energy source for your body to produce hormones. If the energy source is low, your hormones are not produced correctly, and an imbalance occurs. Your body is a symphony of hormones that must work together in the endocrine system to maintain balance. This balance regulates your heart rate, temperature, metabolism,…
Reducing your insulin resistance is not about eating fewer carbs and working out harder. It is about incorporating diet and lifestyle hacks to slowly reverse insulin resistance. It took time for your body to develop it, so it will take time for it to reverse. Diet and lifestyle modifications may work better than medications according…
What is Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis? Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that, over time, destroys thyroid tissue. It is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the U.S. It is ten times more common among women than men. However… many people with hypothyroidism don’t know that they have Hashimoto’s? Say what… it’s true. Because the list…
Fasting has been quite a popular buzzword lately due to its benefits in preventing aging. But is it worth all the hype? Besides aging, are there other benefits for women’s health? While often associated with weight loss, its benefits extend far beyond shedding pounds. For women, IF can offer a range of advantages when incorporated…
Is your thyroid making you miserable? Could you have a thyroid problem? If you do, how do you talk to your doctor about it?How do you speak to your doctor and get the necessary answers? What kind of labs do you order? I want to start out first by saying that there are a lot…
Many patients ask me what tests I should get for my hormones. Several testing options are available, including blood tests, saliva tests, and urine tests. Multiple companies also provide these tests. This article covers the common hormone imbalances I see and how I test for them. 5 Hormone Imbalances to Be Aware Of What Hormones…