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Naturopathic Solutions to Infertility in PCOS                   Many women with PCOS have difficulty conceiving. In fact, PCOS is one of the leading causes of infertility in females. Most women with PCOS do not ovulate regularly and therefore often have irregular menstrual cycles (>35 days). In addition, these […]

Treating Androgen Excess in PCOS Androgens are an essential part of women’s health. They are responsible for muscle growth, bone development, libido, keeping body fat low and a general sense of wellbeing. However, too much of anything isn’t good. When these hormones get too high the result is acne and/or a more masculine appearance. This […]

I’m Not Ovary Acting: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Infertility     What is PCOS?   Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is a common health problem caused by an imbalance of female sex hormones. The hormonal imbalance creates problems in the ovaries. The ovaries make the egg that is released each month as part of a healthy […]

How Do You Know if Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy is Right for You? By Dr. Lisa Maddalena     What is a Bio-identical Hormone Therapy (BHRT)    Bioidentical hormone therapy refers to hormone replacement using hormones that are made to be identical to those produced naturally in the human body. Since they are identical to what […]

What Does Glutathione Have to Do with Fertility?   Glutathione is the body’s most powerful antioxidant. It Is produced in highest amounts by the liver, and in smaller amounts by every other cell in our body. It aids in liver detoxification and prevents cell damage from the free radicals that are produced by daily exposure […]

Help! I’m pregnant and I can’t get up!   Back pain during pregnancy is a common complaint — and it’s no wonder. You’re gaining weight, your center of gravity changes, and your hormones are relaxing the ligaments in the joints of your pelvis. Often, however, you can prevent or ease back pain during pregnancy. Consider […]