Anemia is a common condition today, and menstruating women are especially at risk for low iron stores. When you have anemia, your red bleed cell count is lower than normal, which can cause symptoms such as fatigue and lead to other health issues. Heavy periods can contribute to higher iron loss and worsen anemia. By taking a holistic approach using … Read More
Dealing with painful period cramps?
It’s that time of month again, PMS and painful period cramps. Maybe you spend a day or two with a hot water bottle on the couch, or maybe you’re able to fight through it; we know, some months are just tougher than others. Menstruation and the pain that accompanies it, is the result of a complex set of biochemical reactions … Read More
Managing menopausal acne
Say it ain’t so! Are you experiencing both menopause and acne at the same time? If you thought acne was associated with adolescence, you’re partly right. The type of acne likely to occur during puberty as well as during menopause is known as hormonal acne, and as the name suggests, it is linked with hormone fluctuations. Read on for what … Read More
Estrogen throughout a woman’s life stages
As women, we’re abundantly aware that our bodies go through countless changes during the course of our lives. We also know that hormones play an essential role in those changes at each stage of life — from puberty, right through to post-menopause. FYI – a hormone is likened to a “chemical message communicator” to and from all the body’s cells. … Read More
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