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Hormones are the body’s chemical messengers. They help to control nearly every physiological response in the body, includingmetabolism, sex drive, sleep, immune health, mood, energy, physical appearance, fertility, thyroid health, and cardiovascular health. Women’s hormones naturally fluctuate and shift throughout our cycles and lives, but generally the body adapts and compensates to make the transition less difficult. Hormonal imbalances often occur when...

Vaginal health is a topic that many shy away from and find it hard to discuss. There are several factors that can affect the health of the vagina. The pH of the vagina is moderately acidic, between 3.8 and 4.5.  An alkaline environment will encourage fungal or bacteria growth. When the vagina becomes more alkaline, symptoms may develop such as burning, irritation,...

There is a large selection of feminine hygiene products available. Are some better than others? Do feminine hygiene products impact overall health? Do menstrual products impact planetary health? Choosing the right product is vital to get you through your period comfortably but we can also make choices that are less harmful to Earth. Anatomy and Physiology The female genitals have evolved to...

Let’s break it down! A menstrual cycle is determined by the number of days from the first day of one period to the first day of the next. Day one of the menstrual cycle is the first full bleeding day of the period. A typical cycle is approximately 24 to 35 days (average 28 days). It is not abnormal for a woman¹s...

You’ve likely heard about the importance of a multivitamin to fill the gaps in your diet – and, as a result, to fuel the life you love – but maybe you haven’t made the leap to actually start taking one. And perhaps you wonder, “Does it even make sense to take a multi?” As a Naturopathic Doctor who talks with people every...

Women’s health is an important topic being discussed more now than ever before and women, like yourself, are becoming more aware of the importance of caring for yourself. A woman’s body and it’s functions are complex, so when thinking about women’s health, consider the uniqueness of a woman. Our physiology is different than a man’s so our body’s needs for nutrients for...