Do you think your deodorant is causing health issues? Toxic ingredients are found in top brand deodorants and cancer is on the rise. Are you looking for a clean alternative? In the pursuit of personal hygiene, one product that has become a daily essential for many is deodorant. However, as we apply this seemingly harmless …
What is all of the hype about castor oil? I see it on Instagram and TikTok, influencers curing fibroids and wrinkles, but what is Castor oil, and is it good for you? Can it help? Castor oil, derived from the seeds of the castor plant (Ricinus communis), has been cherished for its numerous health and …
Brain Health. We all know that our brains are like muscles: if you don’t use them, they’ll get weaker. When we talk about the brain, we’re referring to the collection of nerve cells in our head called neurons. These neurons are organized into groups called lobes which help us think and feel. In this article, …
We take advantage of everything life offers like food, products, and all the pleasurable comforts of life. Not to spoil anything – but did you know that by accepting everything in, xenoestrogens assault your body in secret? Xenoestrogens affect menopause in a big way! They are fake estrogens that disrupt hormone balance and worsen menopause symptoms. The …
How to Keep Your Skeleton Strong We’ve been programmed to think of osteoporosis as something to worry about “later” when we reach older adulthood. The US Department of Health and Human Services doesn’t recommend bone density screening until age 65. If you’re under 64 and have gone through menopause (which is bizarre wording on their …
Today November 8, is national depression awareness day. In the U.S., one in six women will develop clinical depression in their lifetime. Approximately 15% of women between 40 and 60 years of age are affected by perimenopausal symptoms, which can include mood swings, irritability, weepiness, anxiety, and loneliness which can lead to major depression. Depression …
I was on a plane back from New York City when I read an article. The title said, “The Introvert’s Guide to Surviving Midlife Crisis.” I immediately felt angry and defensive. That’s not how midlife feels to me at all. It’s more like: What am I doing with my life? Why don’t I feel good about myself? What …
Many women struggle during the menopause transition. Here’s what can help. It’s not a secret that women go through a lot when they’re going through menopause. There are physical symptoms, but they’re also emotional and psychological effects. One of which is how we see ourselves. We feel less attractive, less valuable, and less womanly. I’m …
Introduction When I reached menopause, I felt a lot of symptoms, with anxiety and depression as my least favorite. I wanted to get to understand my hormonal health, and I discovered Estrogen Dominance (ED). Have you ever heard of ED? Let’s learn more about common estrogen dominance symptoms and how you can relieve them! Estrogen …
Hormone replacement therapy is a popular way to treat perimenopause symptoms, but it’s not always the right choice. The hormones in HRT can come with serious side effects including blood clots, strokes, and breast cancer. As a result, many women choose to avoid HRT altogether because of its risks. However, suppose you have tried BCPs …