Vitex Guide

The Essential Guide to Vitex and the Chaste Tree

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Sex Hormones

…Chasteberry may improve: Symptoms of estrogen dominance Frequent periods, luteal phase defect Mood swings, anxiety, depression, irritability Hot flashes, night sweats Headaches, migraines Breast tenderness, fibrocystic breasts Painful periods, menstrual…

Vagina Diagram Blog

Your Vagina: Everything You Need to Know

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Sexual Health

…include: Infection Vaginal pH imbalance Not enough foreplay Anxiety Sjogren’s syndrome6, an autoimmune disease  Hormone imbalance  Estrogen helps maintain the thickness and elasticity of the vaginal lining and produces lubrication….

ADHD in Women

ADHD in Women: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Brain Health

…seen in men, women can exhibit more of an inner sense of unease and restlessness, which can mimic symptoms of anxiety. Sometimes this feels like internal restlessness and can manifest…

post pill syndrome

Post-Birth Control Syndrome + How to Heal Now

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Birth Control

…swings, depression, anxiety, and vaginal infections are only a few of the issues that can arise on and coming off of birth control. Post-Birth Control Syndrome Symptoms: Acne, cystic acne,…

boost low progesterone

How to Increase Progesterone Levels Naturally

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Sex Hormones

…progesterone regularly: Insomnia or sleep disturbance Mood changes, including worsened PMS, anxiety, irritability, and higher risk for PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) and postpartum depression Breast tenderness Headaches and migraines Weight…