[Updated August 2026: This article has been refreshed with updated research and expanded insights into the connection between thyroid health, stress physiology, hormones, and whole-body wellness, including the supportive role of essential oils as part of an integrative approach. Original Publication date: June 23, 2025] Article Summary Thyroid health plays a foundational role [...]
(Listen to the Full Episode Here) The Power of Hormones There’s a lot to consider with women's health. This is because hormones are our key signaling molecules that interact with and provide feedback to every organ system. They have broad-ranging effects and impact all aspects of the body and mind, including our [...]
Heart Disease: The Number One Cause of Death for All Genders Heart disease is the number one killer for all genders, across every race and ethnicity. Yet, breast cancer is one of the most feared diagnoses for women. So, why is that only a little more than half of women (56%) are aware [...]
Busy and Burnt-Out or Rested and Rejuvenated? In recent years, society has equated busyness with a badge of honor. Now, we are waking up to the truth that this type of distinction was just an illusion. When one strives for getting things done over sleep, the promise for prestige comes at a high [...]
The Wonders of Your Liver Being one of the largest organs in the body, the adult liver weighs approximately three pounds. On average, it comprises about 2% of the average weight of an adult, but don’t let its size fool you. The liver has many vital metabolic functions. Although it is most associated [...]
Intro: Your Symphony of Hormones Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are likely the three main amigos that come to most people’s mind when thinking of hormones. Although they are first chairs in reproductive health, they have many other vital functions in both sexes. Furthermore, they are just part of a symphony of many underappreciated [...]
Introduction: Gut-Related Period Pain & A Stressed Out Digestive Tract Oftentimes, female clients in my practice report an aggravation of symptoms around and during their menstrual cycle. Considering 90% of women experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and the widespread impact of hormones on many biological processes, this makes sense. Some of the most common [...]
Introduction Many are familiar with the role that hormones play in one’s fertility and with our reproductive system. Recently, I highlighted another fact about these chemical messengers that many may not be so aware of. This is how they affect our whole body, including our brain. In fact, hormones can have a large [...]
Introduction Many women have experienced mood shifts that co-occur with their menstrual cycles. Furthermore, those that care about them may have witnessed that their loved ones were a bit “off” during “that time of the month.” So, you’ll likely not be surprised when I tell you that sex hormones have a powerful influence [...]
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