Hormones affect every aspect of your wellbeing, from your appetite to your zest for life. Despite their large impact on overall health, hormonal imbalances can be frustratingly difficult to recognize. That’s partly because our hormones must maintain a delicate balance and even a slight shift can have negative repercussions. Key Players in Hormone Balance Think […]
The scientific explanation of perimenopause sounds so simple: a gradual slowing down of reproductive hormones until menopause. The reality, however, is that for many women the arrival of menopause isn’t a smooth, gliding descent but more of a turbulent landing complete with bumps, twists, and what can feel like the constant threat of a complete […]
Eat less, exercise more. Is it really that easy? You may not be surprised to hear that losing excess weight and keeping it off goes way beyond such one-dimensional recommendations. In fact, the concept of calories in and calories out may be the biggest misunderstanding people have about weight. It turns out that weight gain […]
Your thyroid is your body’s powerhouse. Your energy levels, metabolism, and heart rate are all controlled by this small, butterfly-shaped gland. Without enough thyroid hormone, your mitochondria aren’t able to produce the energy that your cells need for optimum performance. At the other end of the spectrum, your body can go into “overdrive” if it […]
The holiday season is thought of as a joyful time filled with festivities, family and fun. Unfortunately, for so many, this is far from “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” Instead, it can serve as a sharp reminder of their loneliness and lack of connection with others. That’s especially true during the 2020 holiday […]
Hormones are produced by nearly a dozen glands and organs known as the endocrine system. The endocrine system secretes hormones into the bloodstream, where they travel throughout the body. Hormones act as chemical messengers and are responsible for relaying critical information to regulate the activity of your cells, tissues, and various organs. When your hormones […]
Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years for its physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits. Yoga is very flexible — you can do it as a form of exercise, as a way to relieve stress or to deepen your awareness. With it’s profound holistic benefits, yoga is becoming increasingly popular as an alternative treatment for common […]
Stress has always been an unavoidable part of life. Whether positive or negative, it is the body’s reaction to any situation that requires a physical, mental, or emotional response. The human body reacts to occasional times of stress by releasing epinephrine (a hormone and neurotransmitter known as adrenaline) and cortisol (a corticosteroid hormone) to help […]
1. Adopt a fresh, positive attitude about “the change”. Menopause is a natural life transition experienced by every woman in the world. Toss away any old, outworn beliefs about how “terrible” this time of life is. Adopt a positive attitude by becoming aware of what’s really happening and why. Knowledge is empowerment! Focus on the many […]
October is World Menopause Awareness Month. During World Menopause Month, let’s talk about it openly. It’s a normal, natural part of the aging process, yet many women are still worried about going through menopause. Sure, there are some less desirable symptoms that accompany changing hormones — like hot flashes — but there are also things to […]