Our menstrual cycles are a window into our health, and they can be the first thing to go when we are having health issues. Whether your periods are missing completely or a little irregular, they deserve attention. One very common cause is functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.
Read MoreSummertime is around the corner! But as much as we love the sun, it is important to remember the dangers it brings. The month of May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, so let’s talk about how to stay safe in the sun this Summer and where to start when it comes to natural sunscreen options!
Read MorePeriod pain is common, but it shouldn’t be something that disrupts your daily life. There are many ways to reduce period pain and it all starts with identifying the root cause. In the mean time, these are four effective ways to reduce period pain naturally.
Read MoreIn our modern world, many of us suffer from a “nature deficit”. We need to get out in nature more to support our mental and physical health! Gardening is just one of those ways to support our mind, body, and soul.
Read MoreThe Gulf of Maine is being affected by climate change at 3x the rate of the global average. Despite all of our conservation and environmental efforts, we are being affected due to the currents. Our oceans are becoming warmer and more acidic. But there are ways that we can fight climate change and reduce these effects, just by eating to support the oceans.
Read MoreThe concept of cycle syncing may sound new, but really it has been around for millennia. Over the course of one month, our hormones fluctuate, and those fluctuations affect us in many different ways, from endurance to productivity. When we tap into our flow, we are able to best support our body.
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard of intermittent fasting. There is plenty of research to back up the health benefits, but it is important to remember that fasting affects men and women very differently. Fasting can actually have multiple negative effects on women by disrupting their hormonal health.
Read MoreOur society is heavily impacted by diet culture and fatphobia. We are seeing a rise in eating disorders among people of all ages, sizes, genders, and races. Orthorexia, a newly recognized eating disorder, has quickly spread throughout the wellness industry.
Read MoreAs Winter sets in, not only do we notice shorter days and colder temperatures, but many of us notice a change in mood. For some, this shift is the winter blues, but for others, it may be a significant seasonal depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder. There is a lot that can be done to support your mental and emotional health during the Winter, ranging from Vitamin D supplementation to Bright Light Therapy.
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