You’ve noticed it. Your hairbrush fills faster than it used to. Your ponytail feels thinner. The part in your hair looks just a bit wider than last year. For many women, hair thinning creeps in slowly, and it’s easy to dismiss it as “just stress” or “part of getting older.” But thinning hair can be […]
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Bloating after every meal. That stubborn constipation that just won’t budge. Or maybe it’s the opposite: frequent, urgent trips to the bathroom that leave you wondering what on earth is going on. You might be feeling tired for no reason, noticing changes in your skin, or dealing with mood swings you can’t explain. While these
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Have you ever wondered why your skin seems to rebel after a weekend of pizza, soda, and sweet treats? Or why acne sometimes stubbornly sticks around, no matter how carefully you wash and moisturize? While we often think of acne as just a skin problem, many breakouts start much deeper, rooted in how your body
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Feeling puffy, sluggish, or bloated? It could be your lymphatic system in need of some TLC. Maybe you’ve noticed swelling in your hands or feet after a long day, or you find it hard to shake off frequent colds or minor infections. Some people even struggle with brain fog, achiness, or stubborn fluid retention that
Have you ever wondered if persistent fatigue, brain fog, or unexplained gut issues could be tied to something hidden in your microbiome? Candida, a type of yeast normally found in our bodies, might be lurking around your gut microbiome…and contributing to chronic fatigue! Let’s dive into the connection. What Is Candida Overgrowth? Candida albicans lives
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Cristina has been working as Nurse Practitioner in Diabetes and Metabolism for over 12 years. She enjoys sharing her expertise and passion through teaching and mentoring NP students and Endocrinology Fellows as Assistant Clinical Professor [adjunct] with McMaster University, Hamilton, Department of Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism Division. Cristina’s passion for diabetes and metabolism started as a
Hormonal birth control has transformed reproductive health, offering women more autonomy and choice than ever before. But while it’s widely used and often helpful for preventing pregnancy and managing menstrual symptoms, its broader effects on hormone balance are often overlooked. This is where a more personalized, root-cause lens becomes invaluable. Understanding Hormonal Birth Control Hormonal
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These days staying healthy isn’t just about avoiding illness – it’s about actively cultivating health and balance in an increasingly complex world. We’re seeing more people struggling with hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, and anxiety than ever before. Nutrient deficiencies are widespread, often masked by calorie-rich but nutrient-poor diets. Meanwhile, the near-constant stimulation from digital devices
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Anxiety and depression have become alarmingly common, with more people than ever experiencing these conditions, often without clear answers. While mental health is multifaceted, one of the most overlooked factors contributing to mood disorders is the impact of hormone imbalances and nutrient deficiencies. Hormones and nutrients like magnesium, B vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids play
Chronic inflammation is a condition that many people face today, but did you know that women are particularly more susceptible to it than men? Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or infection, but chronic inflammation from things like poor diet, lack of sleep, stress, and poor detoxification can wreak havoc on overall health.
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