Coming off hormonal birth control can be a significant transition for your body, as it adjusts to producing its own hormones again. Many women experience a range of symptoms after discontinuing birth control, such as acne, irregular periods, mood swings, and weight changes. These symptoms are often a sign that […]
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Feeling off but can’t pinpoint why? It may be perimenopause sneakily stirring the pot! Most women begin perimenopause in their 40s as estrogen production from ovaries starts to decline in preparation for menopause. But hormone havoc usually brews stealthily for months or years before that dreaded first skipped period.  Let’s
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Your inner kingdom, your microbiome, your gut symbiosis, these are all different words for the same thing. How healthy your inner world is depicts what shows up health wise in your outer world.  Keeping your gut healthy and happy is one of the big secrets to good digestion, glowing skin
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This salad is delightfully nourishing and gives you all the benefits of kale, without the digestive distress. When you massage kale you break down some of the tough fibers in the cell wall that make raw kale hard to digest.  When I started eating healthy I couldn’t digest kale very
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Is your body giving you signs that progesterone production may be lagging? Symptoms like menstrual flooding, mid-cycle spotting, insomnia and unexplained weight gain all could point to low levels of this pivotal hormone for rhythmic cycles, restful sleep and steady mood. Read on for seven delicious foods naturally correcting the
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You deserve to be happy, but there are days when it’s easy to get sucked into negativity and despair. When nothing seems to go your way. When the craziness around you starts to influence your own thoughts. When you wish you were as awesome as so and so…  There are
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Exercise isn’t all about the physical. It goes far beyond muscle tone and calories burned. Exercise affects your whole body, including your gut. Professional athletes show a much more diverse micro biome than their non-exercising counterparts of similar age and weight.  Moving your body helps stimulate the lymphatic system, the
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common condition that affects many women during their reproductive years. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include mood swings, bloating, cramps, fatigue, and food cravings. While over-the-counter medications can provide relief, many women prefer to manage their symptoms naturally. In this blog
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Do you find yourself struggling to concentrate, forgetting important details, or feeling like your thinking is cloudy and muddled? If so, you may be experiencing brain fog, a common symptom that affects many women, particularly during times of hormonal flux such as perimenopause and menopause. While brain fog can be
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This hearty lentil and sweet potato curry is loaded with flavor and warmth. It’s perfect for those nights when you want something comforting and filling but don’t have hours to spare. Plus, lentils are a great plant-based protein source! This curry is creamy, satisfying, and packed with plant-based protein, making
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Menopause is a natural transition that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. During this time, the body undergoes significant hormonal changes that can lead to a range of symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and weight gain. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing
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Wanting to live more naturally is a noble goal, but unfortunately many people don’t understand what this means, or make some common mistakes. Here are some areas where you might be going wrong, but don’t worry – they are all easy to fix. Trying to do it All. A very
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Alternative medicine is not the one type of medicine, but encompasses everything aside from regular intervention. This might include using herbs and essential oils, getting acupuncture, meditation and mindfulness, and so much more. Here are some of the different components of alternative medicine. Alternative Medicine as Preventive Measures The first
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This smoothie is all about keeping it light, fresh, and hydrating. It’s perfect for those hot summer days when you want something cooling but packed with vitamins and minerals. The combination of cucumber, pineapple, and mint is not only refreshing but also helps hydrate and detox your body. This smoothie
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Soup certainly doesn’t sound like any special life changing superfood. It’s soup, you’ve eaten it all your life. Yet soup has massive potential that often gets hidden behind nasty preservatives and less than ideal flavoring agents. The true beauty and nourishment happens with whole food ingredients and high quality homemade
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