Hormones
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
If you are trying to conceive you’ve probably heard of the Anti-Mullerian Hormone and its importance, otherwise you may not. Don’t worry, either way, we are here to talk to you about this powerful hormone. What is AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)?
Can hormonal imbalance cause weight gain? If so, what can I do to stop it? Weight gain is something that generally has a bad rap. We’ve been taught to fear it, hate it, and reject ourselves when it ‘happens’ to
Are you ready to meet our second amazing female hormone? A few weeks back we introduced you to the powerful hormone Estrogen. Today’s spotlight is on Progesterone. What is progesterone? Progesterone is a steroid hormone that belongs to a group
Today we’re diving into fibroma and uterine fibroids, a very common condition that affects 1 in 3 women at some point in life. This post will cover it all so that if you’re worried about or have recently been diagnosed
Are you feeling exhausted, tired all the time, or maybe your jeans are feeling a little bit on the tight side, yet you haven’t changed your diet? We all have the odd day when we feel like binge-watching ‘Schitt’s Creek’
You know the routine. You’ve got some gorgeous skin products you just love, and your skin is glowing. Then, out of nowhere, comes the redness, the inflammation, the jawline of a 15-year-old boy. And nothing. No. Thi. Ng. Can shift
A topic that seems to be briefly discussed in text groups between friends, but doesn’t seem to get its well-deserved day in the sun is hormonal anxiety. You may be wondering what hormonal anxiety is exactly, if you suffer from
Next out of the sex hormones is Testosterone. You may wonder why we’re talking about testosterone as it’s most commonly associated with men but lo and behold, women have testosterone too and it’s important to make sure we stay on
Did you know that it takes an average of 5 years for a woman to be diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)? Yes, an average of 5 years! Crazy don’t you think? However, there are a lot of misconceptions regarding
Today we’re talking about Estrogen, the powerful female hormone and we’re also covering some of the low estrogen symptoms we may experience. Here at Hormona, we want to make it easy for you to know about and understand the basics
Let’s talk about Veganuary, specifically veganism in terms of hormone health and the questions we’re all asking. Can being vegan affect my hormones? Now, let’s get one thing straight, I think veganism is fabulous. Giving up foods that have been
Thinking about dropping Dry January? Understanding the relationship between alcohol and hormones might help you keep going! January. The days are short, the temperature has plummeted and we’re all feeling the effects of our festive overindulging. We’re ready to start
If you haven’t read part one and part two of this three-part “Managing Your PCOS” series, I highly recommend you do before reading this final part! Supplements are merely the icing on the cake when it comes to managing PCOS,
Hormone health is beyond important which is why we’ve teamed up with Mays Al-Ali, a Naturopathic Nutritionist to talk about balancing your hormones to improve your hormone health. Our hormones are complex and sensitive. Our endocrine system is extremely intricately
The second part of our PCOS series is about how to manage your PCOS through your lifestyle. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic endocrine condition defined by high levels of androgens, driven by various underlying causes such as insulin
This 3 part series on managing your PCOS is written by Megan Hallett a women’s health coach with special expertise in PCOS. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic endocrine condition defined by high levels of androgens, driven by various
Ah, the familiar white tufts of the English countryside. I’ve known cow parsley all my life, but it never seemed to have any purpose, other than looking nice. In the growing surge in traditional healing, we don’t need to look
This is the second instalment of the Endometriosis series, so if you haven’t already, please go and check out my first post on what Endometriosis is here! In this post I will outline some of the main treatment options for
When I first heard the term ‘Endometriosis’, I had no idea what it was. Many people are unaware of its existence and may even have it and not know. The symptoms of it are often brushed off as normal experiences,
Today we’re talking Chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosis and treatment. Don’t know what chronic fatigue syndrome is? Chronic fatigue syndrome, also know as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), is described as a long term illness with the most common symptom being extreme tiredness.
Partner emotional support is very important when it comes to conditions that reoccur monthly. So how can you support your partner emotionally if she’s suffering with PMDD, Endometriosis or PCOS? Recently we’ve been talking a lot here on Selfish Darling
If you’ve been following our series on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), you’ll know not only what PCOS is, but also how you can improve your symptoms with dietary changes. But what lifestyle changes can you make to better manage your
Last week, we discussed what polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is, and how to know if you may have it. But what next? If you have it, how can you incorporate natural remedies for PCOS? Can you work on making your
What Is stress and what does it do to our body? Does stress cause weight loss or weight gain? Or could it be both. What can we do about this. The world of weight is a minefield. We have become
Are you still struggling with acne, even though your teenage years are long over? Do you struggle to maintain a healthy weight? Do you have irregular periods? Although all of these symptoms could be down to countless causes, you may
We previously discussed here how CBD oil can enhance your beauty routine. But the benefits of this powerful plant substance don’t stop there. Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is being used and even recommended by doctors increasingly to curb anxiety,
Supplements, what and why? Supplements are a pretty divisive topic. There are the pill-poppers who are certain that without their handful of pills every day, their body couldn’t sustain itself. Then there are the skeptics who believe everything we need
The objective of cleaning is not just to clean, but to feel happiness living within that environment.”– Marie Kondo With a growing focus on natural products for our bodies, our skin, makeup and toiletries, many of us overlook the other
We all have our low days. Everything seems bleak and the things that usually bring joy pale into insignificance. Depression is real and should never be taken lightly. However, if you simply have low mood that comes and goes, there
The world of natural remedies can seem a little overwhelming at times. With the countless claims about alleged miracle herbs and cure-all oils, it can be a challenge to separate the facts from the hype. Don’t worry darling, we got
