postpartum hormones

Balancing Postpartum Hormones

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Balancing Your Hormones, Postpartum, Sex Hormones

Postpartum hormone changes can lead to mood swings, fatigue, sleepless nights, and changes to your skin and hair. While some of these might be expected postpartum, continually feeling unwell weeks after delivery shouldn’t be considered a normal part of motherhood.  Motherhood comes with a unique set of challenges, including one struggle that nearly all new moms face: exhaustion! One of …

Hypothyroidism? Why You Should Absolutely Quit Gluten Now

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Thyroid & Hormone Balance

It is estimated that approximately 90 percent of hypothyroidism in the United States is caused by an autoimmune condition. In these cases of autoimmune hypothyroidism, known as Hashimoto’s, antibodies attack the thyroid, resulting in thyroid tissue destruction. There is evidence showing gluten plays a significant role in driving the antibody attack against your thyroid.