Are your adrenals really “exhausted,” or is there something bigger at play? Does inflammation, hormone, and gut health play a role in adrenal function? Despite over 80% of adult Americans suffering from adrenal fatigue at some point in their life, the concept is popular but largely misunderstood. This article discusses the misconceptions behind adrenal fatigue…
There is no universal plan for health—no workout routine, no best diet. You are a unique human being, and feeling into your intuition and body is your biggest support for improving health. Yet, as unique as we all are, there are some guidelines you can follow to help with hormone health. This is especially true when it…
As the weather changes, so should your skincare routine. Fall is here, which means drier, cooler weather. Our skin is losing its color, moisture, and bounce—and we need help STAT! In this episode, I dive into 5 strategies for fall skincare. But before we get into the good stuff, we need to talk about the…
Two words. One common struggle. Hormonal headaches: The throbbing pain starts on one side of the head and is usually accompanied by sensitivity to light and nausea. Many of us experience hormonal headaches right before or at the start of our menstrual cycle. Maybe you’re even experiencing it now, and you’ve sought out natural and…
“Why can’t I lose weight?” I hear it over and over again from my closest friends and women clients. Losing weight doesn’t have to be complicated. You don’t have to follow a strict set of diet rules or run 10 miles a day to feel good in your skin. What works for Amy may not…
Women are twice as likely to experience anxiety and depression than men. It’s not news that women’s constant flux of hormones significantly impacts mood—but do we look to hormone levels enough to help us better understand and nourish our mental health? In this article, we’re talking all about progesterone, the sexual hormone best known for regulating ovulation…
It’s not uncommon for someone to have both diabetes and a thyroid disease. In fact, having diabetes or metabolic syndrome, increases your risk of developing a thyroid disease—and vice versa (1). Up to 20 million Americans have a thyroid condition, and the go-to remedy is prescription medication or synthetic hormone replacement that must be maintained…
Involuntary physiological processes: heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, digestion, sexual arousal. These automatic processes are all thanks to our autonomic nervous system—the system in charge of keeping us alive. Within our autonomic nervous system, there is our parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest) and our sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight). We now know that…
These days, we’re overloaded with estrogen from every angle: conventional cosmetics, cleaning supplies, body care, water, food. High estrogen levels can have a negative impact on fertility, mood, energy, and even your period flow. Just like our drug store makeup and conventional all-in-one spray, processed oils like canola and soy can also impact estrogen levels…
There’s no secret pill that will help us on a mental detox. No activated charcoal pill to pull out the emotions from the night before. Detoxing for clarity and emotional balance takes consistency. There’s no quick fix, but there are steps you can take to create more emotional balance and clarity in your life. If…
Blowing through extra-large pads, super tampons, and underwear each period can be a lot to deal with. But that’s normal, right? Wrong. At least 50 percent of women struggle with a heavy flow, and 1 in 6 women say it significantly impacts their quality of life. No one wants to be changing a tampon every other hour—and…
Whether you’re a long time sufferer of acne, or a recent maskne victim, finding an effective treatment for breakouts can be daunting. It’s not news that most quick fix conventional acne treatments are overflowing with harmful toxins and irritants that strip our skin of its natural oils and lead to more inflammation. Opting for soothing…
