Many women that come to me for help with their thyroid are also in the age range of menopause. Often times, the symptoms overlap and they are confused as to whether their symptoms are due to menopause or hypothyroidism. Not sure exactly how to know if you might be going through the menopause? You may [...]
Hormonal imbalances can have a major impact on your health. A lot of things can alter the delicate balance of your hormones and diet is definitely one of the factors that can do this. Unexplained weight gain, tiredness, bad skin, sleep problems and PMS can all be subtle signs that your hormones aren’t as balanced [...]
Your adrenal glands must be working correctly in order for your thyroid to be producing the optimal amounts of hormones. Your adrenal glands are critical for your body’s most basic, everyday functions, including balancing your hormones and helping your body recover from stress. How your adrenal glands perform is directly affected by the foods you [...]
Your adrenal function will have a big impact on your thyroid function. Most women with thyroid issues have different forms of stress that they need to manage in order to have success managing their thyroid condition. You may hear the word ‘STRESS’ and immediately think of the mental and emotional aspects along the lines of [...]
Winning the PMS Battle: Five Strategies for Beating PMS Before It Beats You Did you know that a question often asked in the medical field is: “Is PMS real?” Some MD’s say yes, some say no, and some still say it’s all in our heads. Medical professionals who recognize PMS as an issue say that [...]
The right balance of hormones is super important for breast health. A ton of hormones are involved in the balance of hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, DHEA, and vitamin D. A lot of the hormones that are heavily involved in staying healthy in general are also hugely critical for breast health. Let’s talk about [...]
I recently had a conversation with a new client, Lauren. She has hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's. During the conversation, she told me that several months ago, she was heading out to a movie with friends one evening when she became aware of a strange feeling in her body. She said she was sure she had completed [...]
Cortisol is more commonly known as the stress hormone. It is released by the adrenal glands upon signals from the HPA, the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal, and it is the chemical controller of far more than you thought: digestion and hunger, sleeping and waking, blood pressure and physical activity, as well as stress levels. It makes [...]
Hormonal imbalance maybe a curse, but women are often left with no other choice but to deal with it. Even with the availability of treatment options like hormone replacement therapy, prescribed medications, and even changes in lifestyle, there is still a huge percentage of the general population suffering from its consequences. Lack of sex drive, [...]
I commonly recommend adaptogens for my clients who are trying to reverse their thyroid conditions. Most women with thyroid issues have different forms of stress that they need to manage in order to have success managing their thyroid condition. You may hear the word ‘STRESS’ and immediately think of the mental and emotional aspects along [...]
