Women's Health

Is Magnesium Enough For Period Pain

If you’re one of the 80% of women that experience period pain on the regular, magnesium may be of benefit to you. Common period pain can...

Endometriosis and The Gut

Endometriosis feels like it's a big, shiney new discover now that it's finally getting attention - but this has been something that women...

Post Partum Depletion

While in this state, it is an essential time to focus on your nutrition. If you choose to breastfeed, this depletion can worsen. Postpartum

Folic Acid vs Folinic Acid

Folate is often supplemented in pre-conception care to reduce the risk of neural tube defects (i.e. the spinal cord and brain) in the embryo

What do oestrogen and progesterone do?

We're here to learn about what else they do. After all, there are receptors for these two hormones all over the body.

Herbal Medicines Safe for Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression typically affects anywhere from 10-60% of women in the first years after their child’s birth...

The link between PCOS and Hypothyroidism: The OAT axis.

If you have been diagnosed or suspect you have PCOS, this could be a big eye opener for you.

Seed Cycling Theory (a small review)

Seed cycling is when you rotate seeds into the diet based on the phase of the menstrual cycle you are in.

My Uterus is What?

The uterus is a hollow space which normally allows for a healthy embryo to grow, but not everyone’s uterus is the same.

Candida

What is Candida albicans? Candida is an opportunistic fungi (yeast) that can take advantage of a weakened immune system. It naturally...

Treatment for Perimenopause

Menopause is an incredible time of change for a woman, completely natural, however there are some actions you can take to relieve symptoms.

Naturopathic Treatment for Dysmenorrhea*

The pain makes it difficult to do daily tasks and prevents you from living normally during menstruation...