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.
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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.
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…
Thyroid & Hormone Balance
12 Natural Treatments for Hyperthyroidism
We discuss natural therapies for the treatment of hyperthyroidism and to help manage the symptoms. However, you should find a clinician to support you.
Wellbeing
Spironolactone For Acne
Is Spironolactone effective in treating acne and what are its side effects? Learn how Spironolactone helps acne & natural effective treatments.