You may have noticed this in your own cycle after something has happened to you in the past but it’s scientifically proven that trauma and stress can have a huge impact on our cycles. It’s also true that the opposite can happen; where we are in our cycles can affect how we perceive trauma or …
Now that you know all about how to tell if something is off in your cycle lets talk about how to fix it! Having a symptom free cycle is all about having well balanced hormones and a healthy gut. Balanced hormones and a healthy gut require a healthy diet and lifestyle. So let’s look at …
In the last post we talked about what could go wrong during your period. This post we’ll look at the follicular/ovulation, and luteal phases of your cycle. During the follicular phase a few things should be happening. First, your estrogen is rising along with your FSH. These hormones stimulate the ovaries to work on those …
As stated in my previous post cycle tracking 101 your menstrual cycle is like a barometer for your overall health and when something shows up there it can be traced back to something else going on in your body. It really makes a lot of sense that your body does this because if something else …
The thyroid is part of a larger system in your body called the endocrine system. This system includes the thyroid, pancreas, adrenals, ovaries, and the pituitary/hypothalamus. While each of these organs play their own part in our body, they are all intertwined and if something is off with one then inevitably it will affect all …
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is generally referred to as a more severe form of PMS. While the symptoms do tend to be more intense versions of those associated with PMS- PMDD is not necessarily related to PMS. There are three distinct variations of hormonal issues that could be causing your PMDD symptoms: 1- Hormonal Imbalance …