Hormona Library
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.
Have you noticed that you get mood swings in the second half of your cycle? Let’s talk Estrogen, Progesterone, and mood swings. Or how changing hormone levels can have a huge impact on your emotional state. When does Progesterone become
Gang, we’re so proud to introduce you to Alicia Basoda, the newest Hormona Ambassador to boot. Alicia will be sharing her inspiring story and personal experience with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, AKA PCOS, and shedding light on a hormone health issue
Have you noticed that you start to get cravings before your period? Do you sometimes crave strange foods? Today we are going to talk about periods and cravings. What are cravings? Cravings are the urge that you might feel to
Have you heard of pre and probiotic foods? Do you know how they affect your gut health? Today we’re going to talk about the bacteria in our guts, why gut health is essential for healthy hormones, and how pre and
Have you heard that zinc can affect our sex drive? Today we are going to talk about what zinc is, what happens if we don’t have enough, and how it might affect your sex life. What is zinc? Zinc is
If you’re anything like us, you probably spend a lot of the month at the mercy of your hormones. You make plans when you’re full of beans, only to cancel thanks to cramps and PMS. Predicting how you’re going to
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
Women’s health has become a subject of much public discussion recently, talking about both the challenges we face from the medical establishment, and the successes we’ve had opening up the conversation around many hormone issues, including Menopause. But there’s often
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Hormonas, we’re so excited to introduce our newest ambassador, Louise Appelgren! Louise is a dedicated advocate for women’s health and wellness, and an accomplished foodie who shares her love of nourishing cuisine on her Instagram page. We’ll be working closely
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
We’ve all been there. Bravely suiting up so we can appear normal at work when our bodies’ literal lifeblood is seeping out of us. And if your periods are typically quite heavy, you know it’s only a matter of time
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
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?
Nature is amazing. Not only does it provide you with food, entertainment, wildlife, and fresh air, but it can also give your hormones and gut health a boost. How? Here are some natural ways to boost hormones with… Food! You
Gang, let’s be honest, Ovulation is something lots of us like to do on occasion. But the truth is, there’s a kind of mystery surrounding these regular-ish egg releases, not least the effect it can have on your physical and,
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
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
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
Previously on Hormona… My treatment post-Thyroidectomy was, in my opinion, not working for me. So, I started taking care of it myself, using just T4, and T3 was never, ever something that entered my head as a form of treatment.
Previously on Hormona… I’ve been diagnosed with Graves’ disease and had surgery to remove the dying gland. But now I’m stuck in the limbo between super-ill and just really, really ill. And the bloods aren’t doing a damn thing. Thyroid
Previously on Hormona… My family has staged an intervention because I am not well. But my Graves disease diagnosis is just around the corner, so things must start getting better, right? Strap in gang, it’s about to get bumpy… Two
Now, as you probably already know, gang, Hormona is all about improving hormone healthcare. And Thyroid hormone health is, in fact, the reason the company exists in the first place. It’s also the reason I work here. Yes, I’m one
