Women’s health & hormones
Adrenal dysfunction, particularly in relation to cortisol imbalance, can play a significant role in the development and exacerbation of oestrogen-dependent conditions like endometriosis and adenomyosis. This blog post delves into the mechanisms by which adrenal dysfunction impacts these conditions, focusing on cortisol’s role, its effects on hormone balance and the …
Endometriosis is a chronic condition that often coexists with thyroid disorders, particularly autoimmune thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease. This means that if you have endometriosis, it’s crucial to have your thyroid screened by someone knowledgeable in functional endocrinology who can interpret thyroid pathology within a functional …
Recurrent vaginal thrush, also known as Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (RVVC), is a frustrating condition that affects many women. RVVC is typically defined as three or more episodes of vaginal thrush within a year, confirmed by a culture (vaginal swab test). Various factors, including hormonal changes, immune responses, and imbalances in …
So you’ve been told you have an iron deficiency or iron deficiency anaemia. This might feel like a straightforward issue of having enough iron or not, but really there is a deeper story to be told. Beyond the mere numbers your doctor is looking at lies the intricate dance of …
Thanks to COVID-19, the spotlight is once again on Vitamin D – which you need for to support your immune system, mood, bones and muscles. Vitamin D not just a vitamin, it’s also a hormone – essential for fertility, with a lowered status associated with impaired fertility levels, PCOS and …
Iron deficiency anaemia is common condition in cycling women (especially those that experience heavy bleeding like in Endometriosis). To be clear, it is a symptom and not a disease – as it is always caused BY something that is out of balance in the body. Do you have an iron …
Tap water generally but particularly that from the eastern seaboard of Australia is always best avoided. Most people struggle to drink enough water generally let alone water that is fluoride free. And drinking enough water daily – even if it is tap water – should always be the priority. In saying …
When a couple can’t get pregnant, the cause is often hard to pinpoint. Generally the first stop is at the local GPs office to cross some common causes off the list. In men these include low sperm count and poor sperm motility. In women it may include Polycystic Ovarian syndrome …
Liver congestion and hormone dysfunction are more closely linked than you think, and may potentially cause a list of female reproductive issues. Liver congestion itself also lies at the heart of many chronic illnesses, and is regularly overlooked as the primary block to weight loss. A snapshot of how the liver …
For many women, going to the toilet becomes an issue exactly a week before their period is due to arrive. Digestion slows, and they are unsure why. The answer is lies in the relationship progesterone has with your bowel tissue. An overview of the reproductive cycle During female reproductive years, …