Some women may experience hair fall postpartum, which is normal and oftentimes is to be expected, but what about when birth is nowhere in sight? Hair fall during perimenopause, or ages 40-65 has several causes, most of which are related to changes in hormones! ...
WATCH VIDEO HERE! Many of us have been there during our reproductive years. Heavy or painful periods, some PMS that continually gets worse over time, breast tenderness, cyclical bloating or water retention, or even more severe symptoms of excess estrogen such as fibroids, ovarian...
Did you know that our skin is our largest organ in the body? The health of your skin externally is a clear reflection of the health of your internal cells and organs. Tackling skin health solely on the outside with special creams and lotions...
As a mom of three young girls, that are almost 5, 3 and 1 years old, I know first hand how hormones can change after having a baby (or 3)! I personally experienced the biggest changes after my 3rd pregnancy; my periods became much...
Weight loss goes far beyond calories in versus calories out and the role of hormones in regulating weight loss is often overlooked and undermined. However, understanding what imbalances you have and correcting them can go a long way in achieving a more desirable weight....
Castor Oil, what is it? Castor oil is a vegetable oil made from the seed of the Ricinus communis plant, known as castor beans. It is a triglyceride fatty acid and almost 90% and active ingredient in the oil is known as ricinoleic acid. ...
At this point in time, we’ve been dealing with COVID-19 quarantine for over two months. There is no doubt that this is unlike something we’ve ever seen or experienced before. Something we have noticed with women in the last one to two months, is an...
With the rise of the coronavirus it’s important we talk about measures you can take to support your immune system to increase your chances of preventing an infection. As you may know, there is no vaccine or cure for this infection and those impacted...
PCOS, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, can affect up to 10% of women in childbearing ages and is one of the most common hormonal disorders for women in this age group. Symptoms can vary greatly in their severity and some women may not even know they...
Do you find yourself saying “I’m not in the mood”, “I’m too tired tonight”, “maybe tomorrow” or other ways and reasons to avoid having sex? Although it’s rarely discussed, low sex drive is a very common concern for women, especially after the age of...
Are you struggling with falling asleep or constantly waking up in the middle of the night especially between 2:00AM to 4:00AM? Or are you having a hard time getting up in the morning and do not feel well rested even after getting a good...
Have you ever stared at a pile of crumbs or empty box of food or dessert that you couldn’t help but finish and thought to yourself…. “How did this just happen?” Of course you have. The truth is we all have! The reality...
PSSSTTTT….it’s your PMS! You may know it’s coming every month, but somehow it still feels like it’s catching you off guard. Most women refer to PMS as the “emotional” symptom of their periods, however PMS – also known as Premenstrual Syndrome – is the...
What is the Ketogenic Diet? Ketogenic Diet is a high fat, low-carbohydrate, and an adequate amount of protein diet that encourages your body to use fat rather than carbs as a source of fuel. By consuming healthy fats and drastically decreasing carbohydrate intake, your...