Menstrual Cycle
Menstrual Migraine Relief
Migraines go hand in hand with hormone fluctuations, which drives many women to seek menstrual migraine relief.
Evidence-based women's health library
Articles
Guides on hormones, reproductive health, neurodivergence, and perimenopause — written by Dr. Jolene Brighten, reviewed by clinicians, and cited to the peer-reviewed literature.
Birth Control
Post-Birth Control Syndrome Brighten Protocol™
The term Post-Birth Control Syndrome was born out of my naturopathic medical practice and through my work with thousands of patients.
Birth Control
Do Birth Control Pills Cause Gallbladder Problems?
The vast majority of women are on, or have used, birth control pills at some point. Do birth control pills cause gallbladder problems?
Food
Seed Cycling for Hormone Balance
Seed cycling is a tool to support optimal hormone balance and enable women to make positive changes to their health. Learn more in our…
Sex Hormones
Set an Intention, Not a New Year’s Resolution
Set an intention, not a New Year's Resolution. In fact, skip the resolution all together! Have you ever thought about why so many resolutions…
Mind-Body
Embrace Your Moon Cycle
Full moon period or ovulation? This is the last full moon of 2018. And it is a big one! It's a great time to…
Sex Hormones
Can You Get Pregnant Any Time of The Month?
You are only fertile for one day out of every month. Find out why we often believe we can get pregnant at any time…
Birth Control
Is Birth Control Bad for Your Gut
Is birth control bad for you gut? Yeast infections, SIBO, leaky gut, food sensitivies, Crohn's disease, and autoimmunity are all connected to the pill.
Sex Hormones
40 Healthy Holiday Gifts for Women 2018 – Dr. Jolene Brighten
Discover healthy holiday gift ideas for women across skin care, sleep, hormone balance, thyroid support, and more, chosen by a naturopathic endocrinologist.