Menopausal Hormone Treatment Is Only Piece of the Puzzle Hormones can be helpful but they are not but they are just a piece of the puzzle when making a health plan for women in menopause. For many women it is important to start with basics when addressing their health concerns in perimenopause and menopause. For […]
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The Hormone Code
THE HORMONE CODE. Hormonal imbalances are one of the more common health concerns we see at the clinic. It is important that we investigate whether the symptoms experienced – such as migraine headaches, acne, changes with mood and anxiety – are the result of suboptimal hormone functioning. In most cases, starting with the fundamentals of […]
Is It Still Possible To Get Pregnant With PCOS?
So you have been diagnosed with or suspect you may have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and are left wondering… will it affect my ability to get pregnant? The short answer to this question is that it can certainly have an impact on fertility, however there are ways to effectively treat it and help women to […]
Healthy Hormone Series: When Hormone Testing Is Essential To Your Wellbeing
You know the symptoms – bloating, mood swings, acne, fatigue, lack of sex drive, vaginal dryness. Or maybe your cycles are changing; getting closer together or farther apart. Not to mention the painful and heavy periods. What about being short tempered, and lacking joy? We often put a smile on our faces outwardly, but inside […]
Ovulation – How to Predict and Protect Your Fertility Window
Are you trying to conceive? Did you know that there is only a small window of opportunity every month? This is why cycle tracking can be a useful tool in optimizing conception. While sperm can last anywhere from 2-5 days within the female reproductive tract, an egg can only be fertilized for up to […]
Healthy Aging and Hormone Balance
Do you feel – overwhelmed, fatigued, irritable, burnt out and unable to cope? Mood swings. Feel alone. Not able to enjoy life the way you used to. No. Libido. Maybe the thought crossed your mind, your doctor recommended it, or it has been mentioned by family or friends – you should try taking an anti-depressant. […]