Exploring the female libido: The connection between progesterone and sex drive

As women, our hormones play a pretty big role in how we feel throughout the month. From your cycle to your mood, these little buggers can make life a bit of a roller coaster. One area that your hormones play a huge role in is your sex drive. That’s right; your libido is often directly […]

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? […]

Difference between spotting and periods: How to tell

Picture this: the sun is beaming, you’re surrounded by crystal waters, sprawled elegantly across the bow of a luxury yacht, and sporting your favorite white swimsuit. Then you start to bleed. The scene of blue sea serenity has now been ruined by a red tidal wave. Bleeding mid-cycle? What the actual what is Mother Nature […]

PMDD and Menopause: What can you expect?

If there’s one thing we know about PMDD and Menopause, it’s that neither one of them is a walk in the park. Hot flushes from the depths of hell itself? Got ‘em. Too familiar with the cracks in your bedroom ceiling? Yup, insomnia’s a bish. And then you become a magician – making your phone […]

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. […]

Seed cycling for hormone balance: Does it work?

Have you heard of seed cycling? Yes, we know it sounds like some sort of hellish spin class, where an overzealous instructor pelts you with seeds while screaming “Feel the burnnn!” But we promise you it’s a very cool, very healthy food thing. Yup, food. Welcome to the magic of seed cycling and what it […]

Foods That Lower Testosterone

Gang, even though the world generally has no idea, women also produce Testosterone. No, we do. It’s in smaller quantities than our male counterparts, but it’s there and working hard for you behind the scenes. But what happens when you have too much? Here’s our guide to foods that lower Testosterone levels. You are, as […]

Hormones and Emotions: How your cycle affects your mood

Gang, it’s not just sloughing off the lining of your uterus that causes hormonal mood changes. Yup, hormones affect your emotions all month long, but it’s not all angry crying and never being able to get enough chips. Believe it or not, hormones and emotions can also get along quite well… Hormones and emotions: Oxytocin […]

Menstrual cycle planning: Your life, but better

You probably already know that during your period, there’s a good chance you’re not at the top of your game. But what about the other parts of your cycle? And how can Menstrual cycle planning help you change your life for the better? Gang, allow us to enlighten you… Menstrual cycle planning: Understanding your cycle […]

Top 20 At TechCrunch 2022: Hormona made the cut!

Gang, we’ve some crazy big news… You know how we’ve been exhibiting at TechCrunch, in the Health Tech section? Well, it’s clearly going well, because we’ve been selected as one of the Top 20 at TechCrunch 2022! Not bad going, given that the Battlefield started with 200 companies, right? The top 20 at TechCrunch mean […]

Hormones and Breast Cancer: What the what?

You may well be wondering what on Earth hormones have to do with breast cancer. And if you are, it’s a good point. Because, if you’re anything like us, there’s a very good chance you had no idea that hormones and breast cancer had such an intertwined relationship. But they very, very much do. Gang, […]

Surviving Menopause: How to beat your symptoms and thrive

Gang, let’s be clear from the off. If you’ve ever had a set of ovaries, Menopause is coming for you. That’s if it hasn’t already. And as it’s World Menopause Day, we thought we’d give a big shout-out to all the Hormonas living with retired, or semi-retired ovaries. While you’ve no doubt heard the hormone […]

Phytoestrogens and Breast Cancer: What you need to know

Gang, as October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, we thought it was high time we talked about hormones and breast cancer. Yes, it’s a depressing — and mildly alarming — fact that Estrogen is linked to several types of tumors, and breast cancer is one of them. But Phytoestrogens, or plant-derived Estrogen, have been hailed […]

Hormones and Mental Health: What’s the connection?

It’s no secret that hormones can have a huge impact on your physical health, but the connection between hormones and mental health is sometimes overlooked. Did you know that imbalanced hormones can worsen mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression? Well, they can. So, to celebrate World Mental Health Day on October 10th, here’s […]

How do hormones affect weight loss?

If you’re a regular Hormona, you’ll know we love to arm you with the knowledge and power to feel your best. Which means you’re likely aware that your menstrual hormones affect more than just your periods. But did you know that your hormones also affect weight loss? Yup, even the way you burn fat doesn’t […]

Serotonin and Melatonin: Foods good for your hormones

Now, as you probably know, Serotonin and Melatonin are two hormones that mean serious emotional business. But what if we told you they also have a sidekick, a little something called Tryptophan? Today we’re talking about Tryptophan’s connection to Serotonin and Melatonin, as well as which foods are good for boosting this pair of hormones. […]

Foods that disrupt hormones: How can I avoid them?

If you’ve learned one thing as a regular Hormona, let it be this: Your hormones are constantly changing. But did you know that some foods that disrupt hormones? And wouldn’t it be great if you could give your hormones a break by limiting unnecessary interference? That’s handy, because today we’re talking about hormone disruptors and […]

Exercise and your Menstrual cycle: How Estrogen affects muscles

Gang, it’s time we talk about Estrogen’s other jobs. Yes, it’s vital in reproduction, but it’s also vital to just a bunch of other stuff. And one of those things is working out. More specifically, your muscles and endurance level. Welcome to exercise and your Menstrual cycle. It’s a whole new world. And one you […]

Low libido in women, explained

We’ve all been there – it’s a Tuesday night, you’ve just eaten a mammoth amount of spaghetti carbonara, and you’re wearing a grubby oversized t-shirt. Basically, you’re not feeling your best. And yet your partner is still in the mood. Fear not, gang, low libido in women is more common than you may think. Not […]

FSH and Menopause

Gang, it’s time we talk about FSH, or Follicle Stimulating Hormone, as it’s known in the biz we call health. You’ve probably heard it bandied about on occasion, but what does it really do? And how is FSH involved with Menopause? First things first, what is menopause? Essentially, Menopause occurs when our reproductive system begins […]

How do my hormones affect my sex drive?

Have you ever noticed that your interest in sex changes at different times of the month? Today we are going to talk about how our hormones can change our sex drive and how we feel about sex. A quick note on the phrase “sex drive”, before we talk about the hormones I personally really don’t […]

How can you reduce inflammation?

Inflammation and chronic inflammation is a problem that affects millions of people, and can affect the body in countless ways. In many cases, it is caused by certain foods. And yes, you’ve guessed it, they are the usual culprits; red meat, processed meat, organ meat, refined grains, and sugar. But did you know, that you […]

Revealed: The connection between your thyroid and weight

Have you ever tried a diet, but however many calories you don’t eat, or carbs you forgo, nothing seems to work? One reason may be your thyroid. Yes, I know, big eye rolls, and cries of “Oh, that’s a good excuse, it’s almost as good as the “I’m just big-boned” one.” However, did you know […]

Weird early pregnancy symptoms: The ultimate checklist

Are you pregnant? Or wondering if you might be pregnant? Are you experiencing symptoms and wondering if they’re normal or not? Fear not, gang, we here with the ultimate list of weird early pregnancy symptoms, and how best to handle them. Weird early pregnancy symptoms: Am I pregnant? First and foremost, the most reliable way […]

Endocrinologists: Who are they and what do they do? Know your Endo

You’ve probably noticed that, ‘twixt these pages, hormones come up a lot. Like, a lot. Clearly, we’re passionate about them, and not just because we deal with them on a regular basis. Hormones are the control mechanism for almost every system in your body. So we thought we’d take a look at their home, the […]

Hormone-balancing diet to keep your hormones healthy

Gang, it’s time for a public service announcement. Ready? Food is magic. Not only does it taste delicious and keep you going, but it can also play a huge role in hormone health! Great nutrition helps support the production, use, and excretion of your hormones, keeping you healthier. Welcome to the world of the hormone-balancing […]

Depression Symptoms: Is it depression or are you just sad?

Darlings, no matter how hard you try, you can’t be a little ray of sunshine every single day. Fact! Sometimes you just don’t feel like smiling because you’ve had a bad day at work, a row with your partner, or even because you are feeling a bit lost, overwhelmed, and unsupported. But how do you […]

Endometriosis Series: Instagram Interview

This is the third instalment of the Endometriosis series. For this article I spoke to a wonderful woman named Caitlin who runs an instagram page offering support, advice and love to those who suffer with endometriosis. The instagram page is called No Ovary Acting and you can find it here. What made you decide to […]

Endometriosis Series: Treatments

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 Endometriosis. Unfortunately I have to say that there is no cure for Endometriosis, therefore treatments […]