“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” ~ Ben Franklin Many of us look forward to the change of season in the fall… but cold & flu season is another story. Almost everyone experiences a common virus or two throughout the colder months of the year, but there are ways to help
“In menopause, we find strength in vulnerability and beauty in resilience.” Hot flashes are a common complaint among women navigating the tricky terrain of perimenopause into menopause. In fact, up to 80% of women will experience hot flashes throughout the transition into menopause. While the precise physiological trigger for hot flashes hasn’t been completely understood,
Menstruation, or “periods” are a natural part of the menstrual cycle women experience during the reproductive years of their lives. However, that does not mean they always arrive without their problems. Irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), painful periods, and heavy flow are common issues that many women navigate every month. They can be attributed to
The menstrual cycle is governed by an amazing series of biological processes. Even those who have experienced one for many years, may not completely understand exactly how the body performs each phase of a cycle, or what happens during each cycle! This is neither uncommon nor is it any reason for embarrassment. Understanding your cycle
Women experience marked hormonal changes throughout their life. The phases begin with the onset of puberty and first menstruation through to menopause – the cessation of the menstrual cycle. These rites of passage in a woman’s life are often celebrated in many cultures and each phase can be likened to the seasons of the year,
Plant medicines have provided support for women’s health issues for thousands of years – and one herb that holds exceptional benefits for women in all stages of life is chastetree. Chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) is also called chasteberry, Abraham’s balm, lilac chastetree, and monk’s pepper. A deciduous shrub that is native to the Mediterranean area, the
During allergy season, the great outdoors often takes the blame as pollen and leaf mold bloom into the air. But there may be something lurking within that is heightening your sensitivity to allergens. You’re probably aware that hay fever symptoms like watering eyes, itchiness, sneezing, fatigue, are a result of your immune system reacting to
Detox is a popular health practice, as people seek to rid their body of “toxins” that interfere with their everyday energy levels, digestion, appearance, cognitive function – and to meet their health goals. Beyond everyday toxins, there may be some other unwanted visitors in your body that could be impacting your health. Parasites and fungi.
Oregano is a staple on many spice racks and is a popular seasoning – but it holds exceptional therapeutic benefits too! A flowering plant that is a member of the mint family, oregano is native to the Mediterranean region but has become naturalized in more northern climates and grows in many regions across the globe.
Joy, merriment, and indulging in holiday favourites are all hotly anticipated as the holidays approach. But burning, and inflammation are symptoms that can arise for many over the festive season. Heartburn and reflux can be irritating or downright painful – affecting approximately 1 in 5 adults. Heartburn/ GERD occurs when stomach acid backs up into
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