An Update on the Current State of Mental Health The negative mental and physical health effects from unrelenting, every day stress have been compounded with the weight of the world’s current situation. (source) Shifts in policies, new procedures, and fear-mongering media have made coping with this “new abnormal” challenging for all of society. A...
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Video: Essential Oils and Thyroid Health
This video is based on my previous article that discussed using essential oils for thyroid health. The topics of this 27-minute video include: The amazing synergism of essential oils and the caveats of stating “there’s an oil for that.” Some of the main causes of thyroid hormone imbalances and how to correct them. I...
The Synergism of Essential Oils for Hormonal and Thyroid Health
One of my favorite things about using essential oils in my naturopathic medicine practice is that they are a gentle, yet powerful, companion for supporting practically any issue that comes up with my clients. Rather than manipulating a certain molecular pathway, essential oils act synergistically to work with the body and bring balance on...
Why It’s Important to Know About Your Reproductive Microbiome
In a previous post, I discussed the importance of optimizing your gut microbiome for hormonal balance. Specifically, I highlighted how the estrobolome, the aggregate of the bacteria in your belly, directly influence hormonal levels through their ability to metabolize estrogens. Many are shocked to learn about this direct relationship between the bugs in their...
The Intrigue of the Estrobolome and Reproductive Microbiome for Hormonal and Sexual Health
In alignment with a whole-systems approach to medicine, the digestive tract is an important area to assess for any health issue, including endocrine health. Many have heard the phrase, “Disease begins and ends in the gut.” This means that no matter what the symptoms a person is having, the gut is involved. I have...