Clear Skin Starts Within: A Holistic Journey to Heal Hormonal Acne
When Hormonal Acne Hits Hard—Even With a Healthy Cycle Chelsea Smithback, ND During ovulation, S, a woman in her mid-20s, started noticing painful breakouts along her jawline and forehead. These cystic pimples were deep, red, and hard to ignore. She also had some small clogged pores on her back. Despite having regular periods, her skin […]
Surge in Early-Onset Breast Cancer Among Women Under 50
A recent report from the American Cancer Society reveals a concerning increase in breast cancer diagnoses among women under 50 despite an overall decline in breast cancer mortality rates by 44% over the past three decades. The report highlights persistent disparities in outcomes, particularly for women of color, who face higher risks and lower survival […]
Plant Based Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Disease in Women
Razi Berry Eating more nutritious, plant-based foods is heart-healthy at any age, according to two research studies published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access journal of the American Heart Association. In two separate studies analyzing different measures of healthy plant food consumption, researchers found that both young adults and postmenopausal […]
Osteoporosis Strongly Associated with Heart Disease in Women
Razi Berry Thin and brittle bones are strongly linked to women’s heart disease risk, with thinning of the lower (lumbar) spine, top of the thigh bone (femoral neck), and hip especially predictive of a heightened heart attack and stroke risk, suggests research in the journal Heart. Osteoporosis, often dubbed brittle bone disease, is common, particularly […]
Shift Work Affects Men and Women Differently
Razi Berry Shift-work and irregular work schedules can cause several health-related issues and affect our defense against infection, according to new research from the University of Waterloo. These health-related issues occur because the body’s natural clock, called the circadian clock, can be disrupted by inconsistent changes in the sleep-wake schedule and feeding patterns often caused […]
Hormone Therapy for Menopause
Dr. Cheryl Hamilton, NMD Today’s woman is fortunate since there are several forms of hormone therapy available for those suffering from menopausal symptoms. Symptoms can be severe enough to disrupt normal daily living and include hot flashes, anxiety, insomnia, mood swings, weight gain, loss of libido, brain fog, heart palpitations, headaches, thinning hair, dry skin, […]
Skin Conditions Predict The Future In Women With PCOS
Dr. Kali MacIsaac HBSc, ND A very new study has shed some scientific light on what naturopathic doctors have known for a long time – skin health tells us a lot about the internal workings of the body, especially hormonal balance. Many skin disorders are a manifestation of improper hormonal regulation It is great when […]
Sex Appeal?
Dr. Cheryl Hamilton, NMD Our culture places a lot of emphasis on sex appeal for women. Sexuality is an integral part of being human and sexual intimacy contributes to healthy relationships and individual well-being. However, for many women, the word “appeal” is not a term associated with sex. Many women lack desire for sex and/or […]
Bacterial Vaginosis: A Common Vaginal Infection You May Not Know About
Dr. Michelle Cameron, ND Are you experiencing a change to your vaginal discharge? Have you noticed an abnormal vaginal odor or more discharge than usual? If so, you may be experiencing symptoms of a vaginal infection called bacterial vaginosis (BV). What is BV? BV is the most common cause of vaginal discharge in women of […]
Boost Bone Health Naturally!
Dr. Michelle Cameron, ND Osteoporosis refers to a skeletal condition characterized by decreased bone mass. This contributes to fragile and porous bones leading to an increased risk of fracture. Osteoporosis is most common in postmenopausal women due to accelerated bone loss occurring as a result of declining estrogen levels. In the United States alone, an […]