Thyroid & Hormone Balance
Mirena Side Effects: Mood and Other IUD Concerns
Mirena side effects can disrupt your mood, your hormones, & your life.Here's what to know before you place an IUD & what to look…
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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.
Menstrual Cycle
Why Do I Poop So Much On My Period?
Suffering from period diarrhea or constipation? Read on to find out what causes it and how you can start feeling better!
Menstrual Cycle
How Prostaglandins Cause Painful Periods + What to Do About It
Suffering from painful periods? Prostaglandins may be the cause. Here's how they work and what you can do to start feeling better
Wellbeing
What is Mastalgia + What to Do About It
Mastalgia, or breast pain and tenderness, is a common symptom that as many as 70% of women experience. Here's what it means and what…
Sex Hormones
How to Balance Hormones Naturally
Whether you have too low estrogen, too high progesterone or others, here is how to balance hormones in a healthy, safe way and start…
Menstrual Cycle
Is Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Making You Anemic?
Suffering from anemia? Is the anemia due to menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding) or the other way around?
Birth Control
Acne After Stopping Birth Control & How To Treat It
Acne after stopping birth control is incredibly common! Here is an outline of the steps to take to get your healthy skin back!
Birth Control
Birth Control and Mood Swings
The link between birth control and mood swings is very real. I detail those links, and how you can correct it with nutrition and…
Birth Control
Birth Control Pills and Antioxidants
Did you know that your birth control pill is depleting your antioxidants? Read on for real talk about the pill, antioxidants, and how they…