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From Fatigue to Cravings: Life with Insulin Resistance Explained

Imagine waking up in the morning, feeling sluggish and drained despite a full night’s rest. You grab your phone to check the time and, in an instant, you realize that the fatigue you feel isn't just from lack of sleep—it's something deeper. As you move through your day, you're constantly battling fatigue, hunger pangs that come more frequently than you'd like, and the nagging feeling that something in your body just isn’t working quite right.This is the reality for many people living with&...

Inside PCOS: Exploring Daily Struggles and the Science Behind Them

Waking up to the sound of your alarm, you already feel like you're fighting an uphill battle. The fatigue is there—weighting down your body even before you get out of bed. Your skin is more prone to breakouts than usual, and you’ve been battling mood swings all week. As you start moving through your morning routine, you realize that today feels a lot like yesterday and the day before that—like a relentless cycle of physical and emotional challenges.This is the reality for many people with ...

Hypothyroidism Demystified: Balancing Life and Understanding the Science

Imagine waking up feeling like you haven’t rested at all, even though you’ve just spent eight hours in bed. Your body feels heavy, and getting out of bed feels like an effort you can barely muster. The day ahead seems daunting, and as you start to move through your routine, it quickly becomes clear that something is just off. This is a typical day for someone with hypothyroidism—a condition where the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormones, which are essential for regu...

A Day in the Life of Someone with High Cortisol: Understanding the Science Behind It

Imagine waking up to the sound of your alarm clock blaring, and before you even open your eyes, you feel a tightness in your chest. Your mind is racing with thoughts of everything you need to do today—work deadlines, family obligations, and personal goals. You're already exhausted, but the constant pressure feels like an unshakable weight. This is a typical morning for someone living with high cortisol levels.Cortisol, often referred to as the "stress hormone," plays a crucial role in our body...

Why Skipping New Year’s Goals Could Be the Best Thing for Your Health

As the calendar flips to January, the air is thick with chatter about New Year’s resolutions. Lose weight. Get promoted. Start a new hobby. The pressure to set goals for the new year can feel like a tidal wave, pushing us toward plans and promises that often fizzle out by February. While the idea of goal-setting may seem like the perfect way to kickstart the year, it can sometimes do more harm than good—especially when it comes to our mental and physical health.Here’s why skipping New Year...

Understanding and Unlocking Your Happy Chemicals for Better Mental Health

Our brain is a complex chemical factory, producing a range of neurotransmitters—chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells and play a significant role in our mood, emotions, and mental health. These "happy chemicals" are crucial for maintaining balance in our mental well-being, influencing everything from our happiness to our stress levels. In this blog, we will explore the different neurotransmitters associated with good mental health, why they are vital, the signs of their deficienc...

Navigating Holiday Anxiety: Tips for Managing Stress and Finding Peace During the Festive Season

The holiday season is often marketed as a time for joy, connection, and celebration, but for many people, it can be a source of anxiety and stress. From juggling multiple holiday events, managing finances for gifts, and dealing with time off work to feeling isolated or overwhelmed by the pressure to be "merry," the holidays can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. If you're struggling with holiday anxiety, you're not alone. The good news is that there are steps you can take to manage your stres...

What Are Bioidentical Hormones – Are They Safe and Effective?

If you've been feeling a bit confused about what types of hormones you should or shouldn’t be using, you're not alone. Hormone management and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) have become some of the most misunderstood areas of health care today. It’s no surprise—there’s so much misinformation floating around on the internet. As a healthcare professional, I find it frustrating to see false information ranking highly in search results, especially when it’s confusing patients who are jus...

The Benefits of Cycle Syncing Your Workouts (+ How To Do It)

If you're a woman who's ever felt like your workouts just aren't delivering the results you expect, you're not alone. No matter how hard you push yourself in the gym or how closely you follow fitness advice, you might still feel like something's missing. It might even seem like your workouts aren’t working with your body—rather, against it.Does this sound familiar?The truth is, many women are working out based on fitness guidelines that are designed primarily for men. That's right. Most scie...

What is a Health Coach and How Can They Support You?

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving optimal health can feel overwhelming. Between balancing work, family, and personal commitments, it’s easy to let your health take a backseat. That’s where a health coach comes in. But what exactly is a health coach, and how can they support you in reaching your goals? Let’s dive in.What is a Health Coach?A health coach is a trained professional who helps individuals improve their overall well-being by focusing on lifestyle changes, behavior modifica...

High Protein Meal Plan (100g) for Hypothyroid Patients: Why Protein is Key to Better Thyroid Health

Protein is one of the most overlooked macronutrients among thyroid patients, but it’s incredibly important for both managing thyroid function and improving overall health. The sad truth is that most thyroid patients don’t get enough protein, and this can directly affect thyroid health. Not only does protein help maintain muscle mass—something crucial for better thyroid function—but it also keeps you feeling full and satisfied for longer periods, reducing the risk of overeating.If you’r...

Levothyroxine Ingredient List: What’s Actually Inside?

Levothyroxine is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in New Zealand for managing hypothyroidism. Despite its widespread use, many individuals taking this medication may not fully understand what is inside their levothyroxine tablets and how these ingredients work in the body. If you’re currently on levothyroxine or considering it for thyroid management, it’s essential to know exactly what this medication contains and how it functions.Disclaimer: If this blog resonates with you or...

Understanding Hypothyroidism and Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT): My Personal Experience and Insights

As someone living with hypothyroidism, I’ve come to understand the challenges that come with managing this condition. Hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, can affect everything from energy levels and weight management to mood and overall quality of life. It's something that many people, including myself, have had to learn to manage. Recently, I’ve been exploring different treatment options, especially concerning thyroid medications, and I’ve come across information that I believe cou...

Understanding Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn: Trauma Responses and the Impact on Hormones

When faced with danger or overwhelming stress, our bodies instinctively respond through one of the four primary trauma responses: fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. These responses are deeply embedded in our biology, designed to protect us from harm. However, when these responses are triggered repeatedly, especially due to unresolved trauma, they can disrupt our hormonal balance and overall well-being. In this blog, we will explore how these trauma responses work, their impact on hormones, and ways...

Feeling Overwhelmed? This Simple Mindfulness Trick Could Save Your Sanity

Life often feels like a nonstop whirlwind, with stress piling up and thoughts racing at full speed. But what if calming that storm was as simple as taking a moment to breathe and focus? Enter the 3-3-3 Mindfulness Method—a quick, effective trick to help you regain control when life feels unmanageable.What is the 3-3-3 Mindfulness Method?This method is about grounding yourself in the present moment by engaging your senses and taking small, deliberate actions. Here's how it works:Name 3 things y...

How to Trick Your Hormones Into Making You Happy

Happiness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a complex interplay of your body’s chemistry, especially your hormones. These tiny chemical messengers can greatly impact your mood, energy, and overall sense of well-being. The best part? You can actually "trick" your hormones into boosting happiness through simple lifestyle changes. Here’s how!Meet Your “Happy Hormones”Before we dive into the hacks, let’s get to know the key players in your body’s happiness chemistry:Dopamine: Known as the ...

Morning Anxiety? Here’s Why It Happens and How to Fix It

Waking up with a knot in your stomach or a racing mind can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Morning anxiety is more common than you might think, and understanding the reasons behind it can help you regain control of your mornings. Let’s dive into why it happens and, more importantly, how you can fix it.Why Does Morning Anxiety Happen?Morning anxiety isn’t random—it’s often linked to natural processes in your body and lingering stressors. Here are some common reasons:Cortisol Leve...

The Thyroid Connection: 8 Tips for Supporting Thyroid Health and Achieving Hormonal Balance

The thyroid, a small butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck, plays a monumental role in a woman’s health, especially when it comes to hormones. While often associated with metabolism, the thyroid also directly impacts menstrual cycles, mood, energy, and even fertility. An imbalance in thyroid function can lead to a cascade of hormonal issues, from irregular periods to fatigue, anxiety, and more.The thyroid can develop various issues that impact hormone levels, leading to a range of sym...

9 Ways to Cultivate Self-Love for Hormonal Balance and Well-being

As a health coach focusing on women’s hormonal health, I see the profound impact self-love has on our overall well-being. Hormonal balance isn’t just about what we eat or how much we exercise—it’s also deeply influenced by our mindset, self-care, and the relationship we have with ourselves. Self-love nurtures mental, emotional, and hormonal health, creating a foundation for balance and resilience. Here are 9 simple ways to bring self-love into your daily life for a healthier, more balan...

Building Healthy Relationships for Holistic Well-Being

In my work as a health coach, I’ve seen firsthand how important healthy relationships are—not just for mental health but for overall well-being. When relationships are healthy, they provide us with the emotional strength, support, and resilience we need to thrive. But when relationships become toxic or one-sided, they can drain our energy, increase stress, and leave us feeling heavy and unbalanced. Just as we work on our physical health, it’s essential to put effort into building and maint...

Understanding the Blueprint of Women’s Hormonal Health: Integrating Eastern and Western Approaches for Lasting Balance

In the world of women’s health, especially in hormonal wellness, Western medicine has often fallen short. Many women find their concerns dismissed with phrases like “it’s just hormones” or “there’s nothing wrong.” Dr. Tasneem Bhatia, in her work The Hormone Shift, brings attention to the gaps in conventional treatment and advocates for a more comprehensive approach to hormonal health. In a society where “just hormones” has become an all-too-familiar dismissal, it’s time to em...

Finding Harmony: Understanding Irregular Periods and Restoring Hormonal Health Through Lifestyle Medicine

Irregular menstruation or having periods that fall outside the typical 21–35-day range, can be distressing and confusing for many women. Menstrual irregularities can present in various ways, including missed periods, periods that are too frequent, extremely heavy bleeding, or spotting between periods. Several hormones work in harmony to regulate the menstrual cycle, so when there is an imbalance in one or more of these hormones, it can lead to irregular periods. In this blog, we will explore t...

Mastering Cortisol: Understanding Its Role, Benefits, and Lifestyle Strategies for Balance

Cortisol is often labelled as the "stress hormone" due to its role in the body’s response to stress, but its influence extends beyond that. It plays a critical role in a variety of bodily functions that contribute to your overall well-being. However, when cortisol levels are elevated for long periods, it can lead to a cascade of negative effects. In this blog, we’ll dive into what cortisol is, its benefits, the potential impact of chronic high cortisol, and how you can reduce cortisol levels...

Sugar and Hormones: How Sugar Affects Your Hormonal Balance and Simple Ways to Reduce It

Sugar plays a significant role in many aspects of health, but its impact on hormones is often overlooked. The way sugar interacts with your body can throw off your hormonal balance, contributing to a variety of health issues, especially for women dealing with hormonal imbalances. In this blog, we’ll explore how sugar affects your hormones, why this happens, and simple steps you can take to reduce sugar and support better hormonal health.How Does Sugar Affect Your Hormones?Insulin and Blood Sug...

Top 10 Commonly Asked Questions About Female Hormonal Health

1. What are hormones, and why are they important for women’s health?Hormones are chemical messengers produced by glands in the endocrine system. They regulate many bodily functions, including metabolism, mood, reproductive health, and sleep. For women, hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone play crucial roles in menstrual cycles, fertility, and overall health. Balanced hormones support energy, mood stability, and physical well-being, while imbalances can lead to various health ...