Exploring the female libido: The connection between progesterone and sex drive
Understanding the female libido Before we can answer, “Does progesterone increase sex drive?” it’s important to gain a better understanding of what a “sex drive” means. The female libido or sex drive is how much you desire sexual activity. Every woman’s libido is unique and there’s no right or wrong level of horniness. How much […]
Key progesterone foods for women’s hormonal health
What is progesterone anyway? Progesterone is one of the key female sex hormones and is essential for fertility. It’s produced in the ovaries and is responsible for ensuring the uterus is ready to grow a fertilized egg. It does this by thickening and maintaining the endometrium or uterine lining, making it a prime environment for […]
Decoding the breast cancer diet: Understanding what foods to avoid for estrogen-positive cases
Receiving the news that you have breast cancer can be devastating. Having your world turned upside down means learning to live with a new normal as you fight this horrible disease. While breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, the estrogen-positive subtype the most widespread, it isn’t talked about nearly enough. […]
Bloating before period? Yes, it’s a real thing.
It must be that time of the month again…or is it? Wait, didn’t I just get my period a couple of weeks ago? So, why am I so bloated? While most of us expect to feel bloated during our period, we’re confused and annoyed when an unexpected case of the bloats pops up mid-cycle. So, […]
Hormones and pain: How your cycle affects sensitivity
Hey, how’s your pain tolerance today? We ask because, and you’ve probably noticed this, your sensitivity to pain changes throughout your menstrual cycle. There’ll be days when just being makes your scalp hurt. And there’ll be other days when you can’t remember how you got that huge bruise on your leg. And that’s all down […]
Postmenopausal syndrome: What is it and how do you handle it?
So, you’ve made it through Menopause. Or at least you thought you did. You can’t remember the last time you had a period, but those dang Menopause symptoms have not gone away. This is known as Postmenopausal syndrome, and it’s way more common than you think. But don’t worry. In a lot of cases, most […]
Healthier living with Hormona: How we can help you
Now, we’re not saying we’ve got a magical cure for everything that ails you. But we are saying that the Hormona app has a ton of stuff that can support your overall, as well as your hormonal, wellbeing, helping you feel healthier. It can help you eat better, sleep better, and generally put a Hormona-themed […]
Progesterone, gas and bloating – why does progesterone cause this?
Gang, forgive us, but we need to talk… Bowels. Sort of. No, we haven’t lost our collective marbles, honest. Do you ever feel a bit bloated before your period or in the second half of your cycle? Well, there’s a reason for that. And you won’t be surprised to learn that it’s hormonal. Welcome to […]
How do high levels of progesterone impact our hunger?
Sweets. Takeaways. Cakes, ice cream, crisps, bubbles… What are we talking about? Well, aside from being a kickass shopping list, this is the sort of thing high levels of Progesterone can make you increased appetite before period. Yup, turns out it really is your period that’s forcing you to open that second carton of Dulce […]
Water Retention and Ovulation
You might have noticed that you feel bloated before your period comes. But what about in the middle of your cycle? Water retention, or bloating, can be common around the time of Ovulation. Today we are going to talk about why that is and what you can do about it. What is happening during ovulation? […]
Why does my BBT go up when Progesterone rises?
Did you know that your Basal Body Temperature, or your BBT, changes throughout your cycle? Today we are going to talk about why your BBT goes up when your progesterone rises. And also how BBT can be used to track your cycle. What is my BBT? BBT stands for basal body temperature. For the purposes […]
Hormones and sugar cravings: Ovulation’s relationship with food
The Menstrual cycle. It’s just full of wonders, isn’t it? There’s the pain, the bleeding, the emotional rollercoaster… And then there’s the constant need for ice cream. If you’re now, or have ever, experienced periods, you’ve probably noticed something slightly off with your appetite each month. Those two or three days where, no matter how […]
Cervical mucus: How it changes during your menstrual cycle
Have you ever noticed that your cervical mucus, AKA vaginal discharge, changes throughout your cycle? Well, that’s totally normal, and it’s all down to your hormones, and more specifically, your reproductive hormones. Here’s how it all works. What is cervical mucus? At its core, cervical mucus is the fluid produced by your cervix. It forms […]
Breathwork for your cycle: Hormona’s latest innovation
We’re excited to reveal our latest innovation! Introducing our breathing exercises tailored to support each phase of your menstrual cycle. This exclusive series, focussing on breathwork for your cycle, was crafted by our experienced yoga, meditation, and breathwork teacher, Sheila Arnell. And it was specifically designed to help Hormona users achieve better health and wellbeing. […]
When Menopause is over: How to tell if you’re Postmenopausal
Women can spend almost half their lives either transitioning through Menopause or being Postmenopausal. Yet there’s very little information available about this phase of Womanhood. And the available information is vague and confusing. For instance, what exactly is Menopause? And – the question on every menopausal woman’s mind – how do I know when it’s […]
Protein and Menopause: A partnership
Now, calling protein and Menopause a partnership might sound a little odd, but hear us out. As you go through the extravaganza that is the end of your periods, hormone fluctuations don’t just affect your ovaries. They can also impact the way you metabolize food, and more specifically, sugar. Here’s how. Insulin and everyone Insulin […]
Better orgasms: How hormones can improve your sex life
It won’t surprise you to learn that how to have better orgasms through hormonal health is an extremely popular topic on the interwebs. You might be surprised to learn, though, that it’s actually possible. Here’s how a bit of hormone tweaking can take your climax to the next level. The Big O The science behind […]
Link Between Vitamin D and Menstrual Cycle Length: Key Insights
As women, our menstrual cycle is a normal part of life, but what happens if it’s irregular or comes with painful symptoms? While many over-the-counter and prescribed medications can provide relief, they can also cause side effects (and no one wants that!) The good news is that there’s a potent vitamin superhero that can do […]
Breastfeeding and hormones: What the heck is going on?
If pregnant people and new mothers had a dollar for every time someone said, “It’s just your hormones,” they’d never have to go back to work. Maybe it’s funny at first, but after a while, it starts to sound like a bad excuse or a cop-out for not knowing what’s actually going on. Don’t worry. […]
Meet Jennie Nystedt, Hormona’s first Brand Ambassador!
Gang, we’re so proud to introduce you to Jennie Nystedt, Hormona’s first Brand Ambassador! We’ll be working closely with the Stockholm-based star to kickstart the conversation about hormone health, natch. But Jennie has a more specific mission in mind. And that’s to raise awareness about an issue she’s all too familiar with — Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, […]
The Basics of Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA)
Gang, real talk time. Your periods are your fifth vital sign, and a fantastic indicator of your overall health. No, really. Which means that any changes to your cycle or periods shouldn’t be ignored. But what if they stop altogether? If you’re not pregnant, that could be down to something known as Hypothalamic Amenorrhea. And […]
Hormones and mood: How one drives the other
Have you noticed that you get mood swings in the second half of your cycle? Or that you feel amazing during the first half? That’s all down to the monthly-ish rise and fall of your hormones. Gang, it’s time we talk about how changes in hormones and mood are deeply interlinked. Hormones and mood: how […]
We’ve published our first research paper!
Yes, gang, we have officially made the move into legit science, with our first-ever journal article! We jest, natch, but only about the legit science bit, because we’ve ALWAYS been legit science, right, gang? And thanks to our very own research geniuses, Hormona is the proud owner of one incredible research paper about… Hormones! We’re […]
T3 treatment: Why you probably aren’t getting any
If you’re among the literally millions of women living with a Thyroid issue, there’s a good chance the phrase T3 treatment makes you very annoyed indeed. Apols if we’ve sent your blood pressure through the roof. If, though, your Thyroid has yet to make its presence known, allow us to welcome you to the topsy-turvy […]
Your Thyroid: The what, why, where, and how it controls your hormones
Gang, let’s be honest. Hormones are pretty much in control of your entire being, from your cardiac health to your digestive system and everything in between. But they’re not just running around, having a laugh, and seeing how bad they can make you feel. They’re actually taking orders from a command center, a gland that’s […]
FSH after Menopause
You might have heard of FSH, or Follicle Stimulating Hormone, but you also might not have and that’s okay too! FSH is a hormone that rises and falls throughout your Menstrual cycle, as it’s involved in Ovulation. But as we go through Menopause, it climbs and climbs, contributing to a whole host of symptoms. So […]
Role of FSH in Menstrual Cycle: The how, when and why
If you’ve heard us talking about FSH in the past but still have no idea what the actual what it is, this one’s for you. Because despite how important FSH is to your reproductive wellbeing, no one really talks about it til you’re trying to get pregnant, or Menopausal. And as far as we’re concerned, […]
Menstrual Cycle 101: A brief introduction
If you’ve ever wondered whether or not you bleed more or less frequently than everyone else, this one’s for you. Because, let’s face it, we’ve all wondered at some point. From irregular periods as a teen, to the weird spacing that arrives during Menopause and everything in between, a longer Menstrual Cycle is entirely, er, […]
Horny during Ovulation? Here’s why you get randy before your period
Picture this: It’s the mid-point of your cycle. You’re tired, your hair’s greasy and you need a shower. You’re about to settle down for a reality TV marathon and a pizza. Basically, you shouldn’t be feeling sexy… But you definitely are. And it’s got nothing to do with the pizza. So, if you ever find […]
Your Estrogen balance: How it works
Real talk, gang. Estrogen can be a massive pain. It can, though, also be a massively positive influence on your body. Thing is, that can leave you with more questions than answers. Like, what exactly does Estrogen do? And more importantly, how can you find your Estrogen balance, or know if you have an imbalance? […]
