This time of year, as we celebrate Thanksgiving, gratitude is at the forefront of our minds. Many gather around the table and share what they are thankful for. Perhaps you have your own family traditions to show gratitude each year. “At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has…
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You hear a lot about gut health these days, for good reason. We’re learning so much more all of the time about how our bodies work and many of our body functions are linked to our gut. What Does Gut Health Really Mean? Your gut is made up of a microbiome and the gut microbiome is made up of microorganisms…
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Let’s Talk Estrogen Estrogen is an important hormone in every woman’s body, it is responsible for over 400 functions! Your Estrogen levels change throughout your menstrual cycle and throughout your life – getting lower as you get older. There are 3 types of Estrogen in our bodies – Estrone, Estradiol and Estriol. Estrone and Estradiol are considered the stronger…
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Today we’re talking about Progesterone – one of the most misunderstood topics when it comes to women’s health. What is Progesterone? Let’s start with a short lesson about a woman’s menstrual cycle. In the first half of your cycle (approximately 14 days), Estrogen is working to grow the cells of the uterus to prepare for the fertilization of an egg….
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