This massively important hormone not only affects fertility and ovarian health in women, it even affects men. We know, crazy, right? And yet, despite that male connection, there’s surprisingly little information

By Nicole J (co-founder Nona Woman, certified women’s health coach) Nona Woman is a women-founded startup aimed at improving/normalizing reproductive education, tackling period poverty, and empowering women in Indonesia. Find

You know the drill. At a certain time during the month, there just isn’t enough chocolate in the world. Or chips. And dip. Plus burgers. You get it. No matter

Is there actually a way of balancing hormones naturally? Today we're deep diving into the subject and a little hint- Yes there is! How Can You Balance Your Hormones Naturally?

Hormonal imbalance is a common issue in modern life. Hormones are the chemical messengers that tell our bodies how to function in order to maintain a balanced state. Lots of

Excessive hair in women: Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis. You hear facial hair and I guess you immediately think of a man, right? Have you ever wondered why that happens? The thing

Hormone balancing diets and the effect of diet on hormones and health are being discussed a lot at the moment. But what does this actually mean? Are there specific things

Welcome to part three of our series on antidepressants! In this article, I will be discussing what psychotropic polypharmacy is and how it can put you at risk for a

Ever heard of the ‘milk hormone’? It’s the one that helps new mamas provide milk to nurture their babies. That’s prolactin! Actually, to be more specific, luteotropic hormone (medically abbreviated

Hormones! Can’t live with them, can’t live without them. These little chemical messengers are responsible for making sure our bodily functions and processes work. However, research is discovering an increasing

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

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

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

Now, before you worry that I’m going to get all anti-augmentation, let me put your mind at rest. Your body is your business. And, in my opinion, you are free

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

Still debating the benefits of Dry January? Understanding alcohols effect on your hormones may make it an easy choice! January. The days are short, the temperature has plummeted and we’re

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

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

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

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

Do vitamins, minerals and supplements work? There are some scientists out there that say multivitamins and supplements do not work and that they are a waste of money. But there

I have had so many conversation's recently with so many different women, but we all seem to have similar health issues. We have been feeling exhausted, with terrible mood swings,

There has been a lot of discussion about Natural and Medicine recently and the demand for Herbal remedies is on the rise. So what is it all about and how

For thousands of years honey has been used to keep us healthy and beautiful. Packed full of antioxidants and antibacterial goodness honey is more than something we might spread on toast

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

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

Hair loss is a normal part of everyday life.  If you’re anything like me you find your hair everywhere; from clogging up the drain each time I wash it to

I used to hate herbal tea; I thought it was boring and bitter. And it took me a while to find ones that I liked. But when it comes down

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

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

I grew up in the countryside, I’ve been around fields and farmland most of my life. And one the most quintessential sights on the English hedgerows around fields, are blackberries.

I get it. A Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis can be a hard blow. If you've just received a PCOS diagnosis, or have known for some time but are still

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?

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Are you sceptical of alternative medicine or natural remedies?  “The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well. Our food should be our medicine, our

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

"Well, said Pooh, "what I like best," and then he had to stop and think. Because although Eating Honey was a very good thing to do, there was a moment

The phrase hedgerow healing most likely conjures to mind images of the wise women of old, hanging out in lanes, muttering in a cottage sweeping the floor. Whilst this might make some

Zingiber officinale - The little root with a long saga. The history of ginger spans a good 5000 year. The long and consistent history of ginger can be traced around the world in almost every country

Cold season is upon us, runny noses and sore throats. And whilst, out there is a whole host of medicine to help fight cold symptoms, the constant input of chemicals

Stereotypes aside, it is an unfortunate truth that those of us who menstruate spend the better part of our existence riding the natural yet often unpredictable waves of our hormones,

Now that it’s getting to that time of year where you’re constantly sticking the kettle on for a cuppa to keep cosy, why not try out a healthier alternative to

It was quite exciting getting your first spot, wasn’t it? The official badge of ‘I’m a teenager’. Almost as exciting as picking up your first pack of tampons. Of course,

We all crave unhealthy food. From doughnuts to biscuits and chocolate, these sugary foods are the ones that are most enjoyable to eat and what we crave most. However, as