Yes, you can swing between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, especially in early Hashimoto’s or during flare-ups. These shifts are driven by changing thyroid antibodies and influenced by factors like medication, pregnancy, and immune activity. Learn how to manage them confidently.
How to increase thyroid hormone levels naturally
Many women experience thyroid symptoms long before a diagnosis is made. This article shares Sarah’s story and outlines natural strategies, focusing on nutrients, herbs, lifestyle and toxin reduction, that can support thyroid health and restore energy, mood, and metabolic balance.
Managing perimenopausal mood changes
Perimenopause is often associated with changes like hot flushes and disrupted sleep, but its neurological impact on mental health is less known. Hormonal shifts during this phase can trigger mood changes, anxiety, and depression, often unrecognised as part of this transition.
Thriving through perimenopause: Essential health tips for a balanced transition
Perimenopause brings hormonal changes that can affect mood, sleep, and overall health. Women’s health expert, Rebecca explores how key habits like nutrition, movement, sleep hygiene, and stress management can optimise health during this transition.
Teagan’s favourite immune-boosting soup recipe for colds and flus
One of the best ways to nourish your body, whether you’re currently getting over a virus or are interested in strengthening your immune system to prevent sickness, is by including more nutrient-dense and medicinal meals in your diet. In this article, Teagan shares her go-to immune-boosting soup recipe as well as an overview of the unique medicinal actions of the key ingredients.
Could it be menopause or am I losing my mind?
The hallmark symptoms of perimenopause and menopause are hot flushes and night sweats. What’s less known and talked about are the mental and cognitive impacts of this time of life. Read on for some practical strategies you can implement to help you navigate this challenging transition.
Mastering your hormones: Insights from the DUTCH test
Hormones have a profound impact on our health, shaping our energy levels, sleep patterns, emotions, and reproductive system health. In this article, we’ll explore the cutting-edge DUTCH test, a state-of-the-art laboratory analysis that offers comprehensive insights into hormone levels, adrenal function, and oestrogen metabolism.
What is an Organic Acids Test (OAT)?
The most important role a functional medicine practitioner plays is the role of a detective, and one of the many tools in their detective toolkit is the organic acids test. So what exactly is an OAT and how can it be used?
Take control of your hormone balance: the benefits of natural hormone regulation
When hormones become imbalanced, it can lead to a number of health issues, including weight gain, depression, hormonal acne, and fertility problems. Rebecca shares how you can balance your hormones naturally by promoting quality sleep, focusing on nutrition, minimising alcohol intake and reducing your exposure to environmental toxins.
Menopause, more than hot flushes
Perimenopause can be a bewildering stage of life for many women. Functional medicine practitioner, Rebecca, shares her tips for thriving through perimenopause, including managing some of the lesser publicised effects such as chronic lack of sleep and fatigue, poor cognitive processing, lousy memory, depression and anxiety.