Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine system disorder that affects an estimated 6% to 12% of reproductive-age females. It is not a single disease but rather, a cluster of symptoms that indicate an underlying imbalance, and natural medicine for PCOS is the most thorough way of dealing with them. As with many other health problems, it can be difficult to get an accurate diagnosis of PCOS. This is because each case manifests in its own unique way. Below, I’ve presented some of … [Read more...] about Key Natural Medicine Principles for Treating PCOS
Women's Health
Hormone Burnout is Making you Older and Fatter
If anyone knows about hormone burnout, it’s yours truly. Despite a degree in nutrition, formal yoga training, and a license to practice naturopathic medicine, I spent years struggling with hormone imbalance and the unpleasant side effects. My issues stemmed from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a complex condition that impairs regular ovulation and results in metabolic, mental health, and sex hormone imbalances. For me, it also meant I couldn’t get pregnant. Traditional medicine would … [Read more...] about Hormone Burnout is Making you Older and Fatter
Yes… PMS Symptoms Are Optional!
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of symptoms accompanying the luteal, or the second phase of a woman’s reproductive cycle. For some women, this inhibits their sleep, social schedule, and productivity for up to half of the days in the month. If you think that hormones have something to do with PMS, you’re right! PMS symptoms are essentially hormone aberrations and the resulting inflammation. From a naturopathic perspective, these symptoms are a sign of a physiological imbalance and can be … [Read more...] about Yes… PMS Symptoms Are Optional!
Naturopathic Support for a Healthy Pregnancy
Pregnancy is the beginning of an ecstatic transition, leading to a rite of passage unlike any other. The joy of conception comes with a renewed responsibility for one's health, and the information available can be overwhelming. As a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) I spend countless hours helping women sort through these messages to determine what is important for that individual and why. During prenatal visits we assess health, establish nutritional strategies and plan for primary care and social … [Read more...] about Naturopathic Support for a Healthy Pregnancy
