Proteins are an essential nutrient for the production and regulation of hormones. And protein powders, in particular, are a regular part of many people’s diets. However, using a low quality protein powder can also contribute to hormonal issues (just like with...
Practicing self care during your period is all about bridging the gap between physical and emotional care. This isn’t very surprising given the amount of chemical (hormones) and physical (continuous blood loss) changes that happen during each cycle. Given all this, is...
Whether you're trying to lose weight, support your body through peri/menopause or get rid of acne, one of the most impactful things you can do is to follow a hormone-balancing diet plan. Of course that's easier said than done! One of the tricky things about eating for...
We always hear about how amazing turmeric is for our health. So, it probably comes as no surprise that there are plenty of potential benefits to using turmeric for PCOS. Some experts see chronic, low-grade inflammation as a major factor in the development and...
For many women, whey protein powder is an easy and convenient way of getting more protein into their diet. However, as hormonal imbalances become more widespread, and as more people become aware of the use of growth hormones on farms, there are concerns about the...
Given that there seems to be an essential oil for just about everything, it's no surprise that there are also essential oils for heavy periods (aka menorrhagia). Cypress, ginger, geranium, rose and cinnamon essential oils can be used individually, or in a blend, to...
Cinnamon is one of the most common household spices that also has amazing medicinal properties. And studies are showing that there are lots of benefits to using cinnamon for PCOS symptoms. Not only does cinnamon help with insulin resistance, but it also supports...
If you’re wondering what’s the best green tea for PCOS, how it can help you or how to use it, then you're in the right place. The fact that green tea is good for our health is nothing new. However, when it comes to a complex hormonal imbalance like PCOS, can plain old...
Even though food is a necessity for every single human, it can often be one of the most confusing aspects of our lives...particularly when it comes to its effect on the menstrual cycle. In this article, I’m going to try my very best to simplify and demystify all...
As far as natural remedies for heavy menstrual cycles go, vitamin K is one of the least talked about. Yet this fat-soluble vitamin is critical for curbing all types of profuse blood loss. In addition, it may also play a role in regulating estrogen. So, in this...
