Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects an estimated 6 – 15% of women worldwide. It’s characterized by high level of androgens, such as testosterone, and estrogen dominance. As a result, women with PCOS may experience menstrual irregularities and heavy periods. High testosterone may cause unwanted hair grown on the face, chest, or abdomen and may cause
An elimination diet is a powerful tool in understanding your chronic illness or symptoms. Functional Medicine stresses the importance of a food first approach to health. Diet forms the foundation of lasting health. Truly, many symptoms can be alleviated or disappear entirely based on lifestyle factors, and chief among these lifestyle factors is the food
If you’ve been experiencing digestive symptoms that are embarrassing, uncomfortable, or sometimes painful, you are not alone. The symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are some of the most common health problems and are among the leading reasons why people seek medical help. The good news is that we now know more about the
What is adrenal fatigue? What is commonly known as “adrenal fatigue” is the inability of the brain to regulate the activities of the adrenal glands. Strictly speaking, the adrenal glands themselves do not get tired. Rather, the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis (HPA axis) has difficulty downregulating the production of cortisol, leading to chronic health conditions.
Many women experience PMS (premenstrual syndrome) symptoms such as mood swings, cramping, headaches, fatigue, and more. It’s a prevalent condition, and, as such, many just get used to these symptoms, accepting them as normal. However, with a proper understanding of the cause of these symptoms an effective treatment protocol can alleviate PMS or cause it
