You have probably heard about the positive effects that coconut oil can have on the body, as well as the health benefits that are associated with it. The word is out about this tropical oil and its many benefits for health and beauty. More and more people are using itContinue Reading
Vitamin C serum is a popular product that many manufacturers sell all over the world. It boasts multiple benefits to the skin. No wonder it is a global hit.Continue Reading
The belief that testosterone makes you manly and vitamin D makes your bones strong is widespread among both the general public and the medical community. A recent study has shown that the two biomarkers do not just have one function, but many functions that may be linked to each other.Continue Reading
At some point in life, 90% of women are going to experience cellulite. It’s totally common and natural. ‘Cellulite’ is absolutely democratic in nature. Cellulite is inconvenient and unattractive.Continue Reading
Your diet can affect your reproductive health. A well-balanced diet full of the nutrients needed for hormone balance and sperm production is a great way to support male reproductive health in the short term.Continue Reading
There are a range of health issues that are specific to women, such as those relating to estrogen production, mental health, sexual health and fertility. As women age, their bodies go through major changes in their reproductive systems which can cause big changes in their mental and physical states. ByContinue Reading
That “time of the month” arrives with all the fanfare one would expect with an entourage of sidekicks including mood swings, bloating, food cravings, ballooning breasts, uncontrollable irritability, and of course, tears. PMS is not something that is easy to deal with, you can’t avoid it, escape it, or ignoreContinue Reading
Women know when they have a hormonal imbalance because they feel “off”. The levels of hormones in a woman’s body can have an effect on many different areas of her life, from her physical to her mental health. It’s widespread too. Four out of five women suffer from hormone imbalance,Continue Reading
A woman’s nutrition is critical when she is pregnant or lactating. Eating food that is nutritious and high-quality, as well as following your doctor’s recommended intake of both macro and micronutrients, can have a significant positive impact on both the mother and the baby during pregnancy.Continue Reading
Postpartum depression affects about 15% of women Which is about 1 in every 7 women have some form of postpartum depression Postpartum depression usually occurs within 3 months of giving birth Postpartum depression is different then just theContinue Reading
About 50-90% of women who have been pregnant have said they have suffered some form of morning sickness during their pregnancy Morning sickness is when you feel nauseous and sometimes vomit during the first trimester Usually after your firstContinue Reading
Acne can appear on any part of your body that has oil secreting glands or hair follicles The most common areas are your back, chest, shoulders, and face Some people can even get acne on the backs of their legs This is completely normal BackContinue Reading
Ovarian cysts are more common than you may think Ovarian cysts are fluid filled sacs that form on the inside or outside of the ovaries Cysts can happen on either one or both of your ovaries They are usually harmless and will go away on theirContinue Reading
Endometriosis is a very common condition that can affect anyone with a uterus It is when tissue that is similar to the tissue lining the uterus, called endometrium, is found outside of the uterus This can cause severe pain for some women TheContinue Reading
Are you troubled by dark spots on your face? These dark marks, or hyperpigmentation, are common for all skin types, however, people of color are more likely to have them. Let’s take a closer look at what can cause them, how to treat them, and what else you should knowContinue Reading
PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), is a condition that can cause irregular periods, no periods, excessive hairiness, acne, and male pattern baldness in women It is a hormonal disorder, commonly diagnosed in women during their reproductive years Continue Reading
Progesterone is a hormone that plays a key role in female fertility Progesterone helps thicken the lining of the uterus to prepare for pregnancy It is important to have normal levels of progesterone to help regulate your menstrual cycle, as wellContinue Reading
Did you know that in a typical year 243 million women and girls will experience intimate partner violence? Amid the pandemic, calls to helplines increased as much as 5x. The pandemic caused a direct increase, but why?Continue Reading
Herbal remedies, the use of plants and nature to cure our diseases and improve our health has been around throughout recorded history The most natural way to feed our body for optimum nutrition and good health is through pure food sources FoodContinue Reading
Estrogen is a hormone found in both men and women It is known as the “female” hormone Women usually have higher levels of estrogen, but sometimes levels can be unbalanced What does estrogen do Estrogen helps initiate sexualContinue Reading