Hormone disruptors are things found in the environment that can literally disrupt the balance of your hormones. The more technical terms used are called “endocrine disruptors, “endocrine disrupting chemicals” or “EDC’s.”EDCs are chemicals that disturb the body’s hormone systems and can cause cancer, diabetes, reproductive disorders, and neurological impairments of developing fetuses and children. I honestly believe these are a MAJOR reason why so many women experience hormone imbalances and hormonal health issues and yet they are hardly ever discussed. In today’s modern world we are bombarded ..read more

Spring has sprung! And along with warmer days, blooming flowers, and fuller trees comes allergy season!  Almost everyone I talk to suffers in some way from allergies. I walked into my local Costco and the very first thing I was presented with was a GIANT row of allergy medication options. When you have allergy symptoms like fatigue, itchy/watery eyes, sinus issues, coughing/wheezing, headaches, brain fog, itchy skin, and more then you want sweet sweet relief! But these allergy medications do come with side effects that we should talk about. The most common form of allergy medication c ..read more

Do you feel like you are sensitive or reactive to some foods?  I’m not talking about a true food allergy that requires immediate medical attention like a peanut or shellfish allergy, but more of a delayed reaction such as: bloating gassiness stomach pain nausea itching sneezing rapid heart rate swelling joint pain sleepiness headache This is not a normal response to food, so if you are experiencing any of these, it likely means you have a food sensitivity.  So what’s the best way to find out which foods you’re negatively reacting to?  T ..read more

Do you walk around with Tums or antacids in your purse? Or use a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) from your doctor on a daily basis to quell the feeling of acid creeping into your mouth after eating or drinking?  Gone are the days when you didn't have to worry about this persistant discomfort and you may be wondering why. Although millions of people in the United States suffer with acid reflux symtpoms, this is not something you have to live with or take medications for indefinitely. In fact, I highly recommend that you don't! Symptoms of acid reflux can include: Heartburn A feeling of ..read more

Finding the right probiotic makes a big difference. Not all probiotics are created equal and quality really matters when it comes to sourcing. So which probiotic is the best for you? Each type of probiotic has its own set of benefits based on different research studies. I’ll give a brief run down for each: Lacto and Bifido Species have been shown to be effective for: -Microbiome balance -Reducing anxiety -IBD -Reducing inflammation -Vaginal infections -GI discomfort -Skin disorders -SIBO S. Boulardii is actually a beneficial yeast, not a bacteria, and has been shown to be effecti ..read more

If you frequently experience bloating, gas, upset stomach, indigestion, heartburn, or acid reflux after meals, then your digestion is likely compromised. Before you run towards the over the counter medications or even to the supplement shelf at the store, there are 5 simple steps you can do to give your body the best chance at digesting things properly: Take 3 deep breaths before eating: So many of us are in a rush. Rushing here and there and food becomes a chore rather than a pleasure. Many people just grab what they can easily, stuff it down, or take it on the go. This does NOT send the si ..read more

Do you suffer from anxiety? You are not alone. Millions of people across the world are prescribed some type of an anti-anxiety medication, and it has only grown over the last few years during COVID.   The causes of anxiety are many. There are stressors coming from all angles, whether that be from external stressors-things like jobs, relationships, and your surrounding environment, or from internal stressors-things like underlying health conditions, diet, and dysfunction.   To truly rid anxiety from your life, you must do your best to identify, reduce, and remove as many stressors a ..read more

To truly balance your hormones you need to first address one thing…  Drumroll please...  The answer is improving your gut health!    That’s right! It’s easy to see gut health and hormone health as two separate things, when in reality, they are inextricably linked.   I always start with the gut in my practice. It’s really easy to want to get your hormones tested or go straight into trying to balance your hormones with supplements. Yet, to skip over gut health would mean ignoring a huge element in what could possibly be throwing off your hormone balance.   Even if ..read more

Did you recently come off the birth control pill and are experiencing a surge of acne? This is because certain birth control pills suppress the circulation of androgens (male hormones) in the body, which then decreases the sebum production that can cause acne.  When you decide to come off the pill, your androgen hormones can suddenly elevate, which causes sebum production and acne to increase. This event is called “androgen rebound.”   Some women report that their post-pill acne eventually sorts itself out when their hormones begin to balance, while others say that it remains an ..read more

Sometimes we get so caught up in what we should eat, not eat, and what diet to follow that we become discouraged and paralyzed when we go to meal plan. It doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple protein, veggie, and a GF grain or potato cooked in (and/or topped with) a healthy fat is all you need. Add in a fruit if you want to! The key to balanced hormones is to make sure all 3 meals include a healthy protein, fat, and carbohydrate source. If you leave one out of the equation then blood sugar levels will struggle to stay stable. Therefore, so will you! Let’s break it down to build a plate tog ..read more