There are at least 6 different types of PCOS that are recognized. Each type of PCOS has a unique cause and though there is some overlap between conditions, they are NOT all the same. Knowing the type of PCOS that you have is critical if you want to get serious about treatment. The various types …
Birth control pills are widely recommended for a variety of conditions beyond their use as a contraceptive. Many women take birth control to help ‘balance’ their hormones, stop acne, or treat menstrual irregularities. And while the pill may help with some of these conditions you always have to be aware of HOW they are working …
On average women gain around 10-15 pounds during the menopause transition. But, is there a way to prevent this weight gain? If it’s already happened is there anything you can do to lose weight? If you are struggling with weight gain after menopause then this is the article for you. We are going to explore …
Are hormone pellets the holy grail of hormone replacement therapy? Do they really provide you with a hands-off, low-maintenance solution to your symptoms? Not exactly, but there’s a time and place for them to be used. If you were to ask me, though, I would tell you there are plenty of other, better options available. …
Are you worried that your estrogen levels may not be normal? Are you getting older and experiencing weight gain or other changes that you know are not normal? Are you younger but having issues with fertility, mood, or menstrual issues? If so, then estrogen imbalance may be an issue for you. Learn more about the …
Are you suffering from depression, weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? Are you approaching the age of 50? If so, then these symptoms may be attributed to the decline in important sex hormones which is seen during the menopause transition. You can easily identify if you are in menopause with some very simple tests. …
Biest may be the preferred way to treat low estrogen in the setting of menopause. Learn more about why this combination medication is preferred to other formulations, how it works in your body, how it may be protective against breast cancer, how to dose it, and more: Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy & Biest Bio-identical hormone …
Do you have both PCOS and hair loss or hair thinning? Have you been unable to stop your hair from thinning or growing slowly? The reason you may have trouble is that you are focusing on the wrong issue. Hair loss in PCOS is driven predominately by your hormones. Learn how to stop and prevent …
Are you experiencing mild weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? If so, these may all be early indicators that your hormones are in flux and you may be in the stage known as perimenopause. Learn everything you need to know about this condition including how it presents with symptoms, how to test for it …
Are you suffering from hot flashes, weight gain, depression, or other symptoms of low estrogen? Have you considered using the medication estradiol to help reduce these symptoms? If so, this is the article for you. We are going to discuss the importance of estradiol in the female body, how it interacts with other important sex …
