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Hormonal Health
Evidence-informed articles about hormonal health, including menstrual cycle changes, PMS and PMDD, PCOS, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid-hormone interactions, stress-related hormone changes and other common hormone concerns.
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Hormonal Health, Women's Health, Perimenopause & Menopause
Vaginal Estriol Cream: A Simple Treatment for Vaginal Dryness, Irritation and Proactive Care
Vaginal dryness, irritation and painful intercourse are common as estrogen levels decline — but they are also treatable. Learn how low-dose vaginal estriol cream supports vaginal tissue health, relieves symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause, and may be used safely…
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Mental & Emotional Health, Hormonal Health
Can a Naturopathic Doctor Help Me Sleep?
Can a naturopathic doctor help with insomnia? Learn how NDs investigate sleep concerns including stress, circadian rhythm, blood sugar, perimenopause, menopause, restless legs and other potential contributors.
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Hormonal Health, Women's Health, Menstrual Health
Ovarian Pain During Ovulation: What Does It Mean?
Ovarian pain around ovulation can be normal, but recurring pain may have other causes. Learn about mittelschmerz, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, adhesions and how a naturopathic doctor can help investigate and support painful cycles.
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Hormonal Health, Women's Health, Mental & Emotional Health
PMS vs. PMDD: Symptoms, Hormone Testing & Treatment Options
PMS and PMDD can affect mood, energy, sleep, cravings and physical symptoms before your period. Learn the differences between PMS and PMDD, why hormone testing isn't always necessary, and what treatment options may help.
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Hormonal Health, Lab Testing, Metabolic Health
How to Lose Belly Fat: Understanding the Metabolic and Hormonal Factors Behind Abdominal Weight Gain
Struggling with belly fat or abdominal weight gain? Learn how insulin, blood sugar, thyroid function, hormones, sleep, nutrition, exercise and body composition can influence metabolic health.
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Hormonal Health, Women's Health
Could I Be in Perimenopause? Symptoms, Hormone Testing & Treatment Options
Wondering if you're in perimenopause? Learn about early symptoms, menstrual cycle changes, hormone testing, natural support and when options such as hormone therapy may be worth discussing.
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Fatigue & Low Energy, Hormonal Health, Lab Testing, Thyroid Health
Thyroid Symptoms, Testing & Treatment: What to Know Beyond a TSH Test
Wondering if your thyroid could be behind fatigue, weight changes, hair loss or brain fog? Learn about thyroid testing beyond TSH, Hashimoto’s, natural thyroid support, Synthroid and Natural Desiccated Thyroid (NDT), and how our naturopathic doctors can help.