Natural Remedies for Cramps & PMS

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: PMS & PMDD, Sex Hormones

…sugar cravings, irritability, mood swings, anxiety, depression, bloating, headaches, and sleep disturbance affect 75% of women. And about 20% of those women will be medicated for their symptoms because they…

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The Contraception Guide

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Birth Control

…gain Changes in appetite Anxiety, nervousness Hair loss on head Increased hair growth on body Hyperpigmentation of skin (melasma) Irregular bleeding Loss of libido When To Contact Your Doctor After…

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12 Natural Treatments for Hyperthyroidism

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Thyroid & Hormone Balance

Hyperthyroidism symptoms can include unexplained weight loss, heart palpitations, diarrhea, anxiety, insomnia, and excessive sweating. This is a condition most commonly caused by antibodies that stimulate the thyroid gland to…

Postpartum Thyroiditis

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Postpartum

Fatigue, weight loss or gain, anxiety and irritability are all just part of being a mother, right? Not necessarily. In fact, when these symptoms persist, postpartum thyroiditis is a likely…

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Spironolactone For Acne

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Wellbeing

…like headaches or increased anxiety that accompany the use of the medication.  Spironolactone side effects in women with PCOS may include: Headaches Increased blood sugar Frequent urination Fatigue Vomiting Diarrhea…