Brain Fog and Menopause
Menopause is a confusing time and to add on top of the constant changes there is side effects like brain fog. Many studies have found that brain fog increases during perimenopause with one study saying, “decreases in attention/working memory, verbal
Boric Acid and the Vagina
Boric acid is a compound used for a variety of purposes, including vaginal suppositories to deal with side effects of an imbalance of pH in the vagina (e.g., bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections). If you suspect bacterial vaginosis or yeast infection due
Biohacking Your Cycle
Although the male and female body are regulated by the nervous and hormonal system, the female reproductive system, and the predominant hormones it produces, are quite unique. Understanding this complex system can provide the tools for the ultimate bio-hack and improve
5 Tips to Balance Your Hormones
Hormone health in women is crucial to lifelong health, disease prevention and maintaining a good quality of life. However, when hormone levels are out of control or dysregulated, it can have negative consequences on the whole body. So, what can
The Hormone of Darkness
Aptly referred to as the ‘hormone of darkness’, melatonin is a natural neurohormone produced by the brain’s pineal glands. This hormone plays a role in the body’s antioxidant defences and helps regulate blood pressure, body temperature and cortisol levels, as
Adrenal Fatigue and Weight Gain
Adrenal fatigue creates a hormonal imbalance that can lead to weight gain. But how does this happen? When you are under stress, the adrenal glands release cortisol, and this increases blood-sugar levels, so you have the energy to respond to stressful
5 Adrenal Supportive Foods
Feeling tired despite getting a good night’s sleep can be a sign of adrenal fatigue; a syndrome caused by insufficient functioning of the adrenal glands, often resulting from chronic stress. Luckily, there are plenty of nutritious foods that can support
Importance of Adrenals
The adrenal glands are located at the top of the kidneys. Each comprises two parts; the outer “adrenal cortex” and the inner “adrenal medulla”. Of these, the adrenal cortex is more important, since it supplies the body with vital hormones
The Adrenal Libido Connection
Like a butterfly sitting on a flower, adrenal glands rest on the upper part of each kidney, regulating the body's hormones, including cortisol, a stress hormone. Stress is an underlying factor in adrenal fatigue but did you know that it can cause
Stress and Weight Loss
You may have heard that losing weight can be more difficult if you’re highly stressed. The scientific explanation is that stress can set off a number of responses in our bodies. When our body is stressed it releases cortisol, which