While the month of October (and breast cancer awareness) is nearly over, we think it’s important to continue the discussion for more than one month per year—and not just because an estimated 268,000 new cases will be diagnosed in 2019 alone. Breast health, cancerous or not, can be greatly impacted by our environment, and our… Read More
It’s October, which means out come the pink ribbons and co-branded, limited-edition Breast Cancer Awareness gear. But even if you aren’t one of the one in eight women in the United States diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime, breast health is tied to your overall health. And that can begin with your body’s microbiome.… Read More
Let’s get this out of the way up front: This isn’t an article bashing birth control, because the way you choose to maintain and control your fertility is up to you. However, it’s also important to be an educated advocate for your own health. When you’re having that conversation with your provider about what birth… Read More
Just diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and not sure where to start? We’re here for you! While PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders for women of reproductive age, integrative treatment options are not well understood. This often makes women with PCOS fearful about the future of their hormonal health and fertility.… Read More
“My periods are so painful, I typically call off work one to three days per month.” Does this sound like you? If so, you could be dealing with endometriosis, a condition that is estimated to impact between 3 and 10 percent of reproductive-aged women—but that typically takes almost 10 years to receive a diagnosis for.… Read More