Lab Testing
When Is the Best Time to Test Hormone Levels?
Hormone testing for women needs to be done at a certain time during the cycle to be accurate. Learn when is the best time…
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Articles
Guides on hormones, reproductive health, neurodivergence, and perimenopause — written by Dr. Jolene Brighten, reviewed by clinicians, and cited to the peer-reviewed literature.
Fertility
Is Folate the Same As Folic Acid? Which is Better?
Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, a naturally occuring B vitamin. Learn the difference between the two and why it matters for…
Menstrual Cycle
Does Alcohol Affect Your Period?
Does Alcohol Affect Your Period? Alcohol can lead to elevations of estrogen and testosterone, low progesterone, and change their period.
Sex Hormones
How to Balance Hormones with a Holistic Detox
Attempting to balance hormones with diet alone may not get the results needed. Here is how to do a holistic detox to balance hormones…
Gut-Hormone Connection
14 Health Benefits of NAC (N-Acetylcysteine)
NAC benefits have been shown to help with respiratory conditions, improve immune function and help in balancing hormones. Learn more.
Adrenal
14 Vitamin C Benefits You Should Know About
Vitamin C is incredibly supportive of immune health, but did you know it can also benefit your progesterone, adrenal health, mood, and more?
What to Eat
How to Prepare for Quarantine: A Mama Doctor’s Guide
Shopping list, food items, medical supplies and other things you should consider in preperation for a mandatory quarantine from a doctor & mom.
Food
25 Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
I go in-depth into the main 25 health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, the best places to find them, what to look for in…
Sexual Health
The Truth About Vaginal Discharge and Odor
Can we talk about vaginal discharge for a minute? It’s a fact: Many people are still uncomfortable talking about basic female anatomy, including the…