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Tuesday, 22 April 2014 12:11
Cow's Milk Hormones & Your Health
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Train Your Body
Wednesday, 16 April 2014 11:33
Insomniac? You Could Be Trashing Your Health
Sleep is so essential for optimal health. Unfortunately, many individuals simply aren't getting the sleep they need on a regular basis.
Published in
Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 27 March 2014 13:33
9 Reasons for Hair Loss in Women
Thinning up top? Stress, heredity, thyroid disorder, autoimmune diseases, and menopause are just some of the reasons you might be losing your hair.
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HER
Thursday, 20 March 2014 13:22
Women & Suicide: What's the Truth?
Research has shown that 90 percent of people who end their life struggled with depression or another mental health disorder.
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HER
Wednesday, 19 March 2014 14:33
Serious Effects of Depleted Cortisol Levels
Constant stress causes serious detriments to your mental and physical health. Do you know the right way to decrease your stress?
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 19 March 2014 14:00
Hypothalamus Pituitary Thyroid & Adrenal Axis: What's the Connection?
Understanding why your HPTAG Axis needs a balance can help you recognize what's happening inside your body.
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Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 13 March 2014 13:33
Breastfeeding & Postpartum Depression: What's the Connection?
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HER
Thursday, 13 March 2014 13:22
Moody New Moms: Are Herbs the Answer?
Herbs are a safe, gentle and non-toxic way to stabilize your mood, particularly if you're a new mom.
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HER
Thursday, 13 March 2014 13:11
Sugar Cravings: 5 Ways to Break the Cycle
Unfortunately, other than that satisfying momentary gratification, nothing good comes from eating sugar.
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HER
Thursday, 13 March 2014 13:00
Reclaim Your Hormonal Balance
It's easier to get your hormones balanced than it is to live with the misery of your hormones being out of balance.
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HER
Wednesday, 26 February 2014 14:33
Adrenal Fatigue: When Your Stress Hormone Levels Are Too High
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 26 February 2014 14:00
Stress Remedy: Power of Healing Is in Your Hands
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Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 13 February 2014 13:33
NuvaRing Controversy: Should You Consider Another Contraceptive?
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HER
Wednesday, 12 February 2014 14:33
When Stress Puts Your Adrenals Into Overdrive
When you are stressed, your adrenal gland immediately goes into overdrive. How can you keep this from happening?
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 12 February 2014 11:00
One Woman's Mission to EmpowHER
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 05 February 2014 14:33
MAN-o-pause: Low T & Testosterone Replacement
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Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 30 January 2014 14:33
Reduce Hot Flashes without Hormones
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 30 January 2014 13:00
Unbalanced Hormones: Feeling Crappy is NOT Normal
A hormone imbalance can leave you feeling depressed, sick or tired... or just plain crappy all over. What's the solution?
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HER
Wednesday, 29 January 2014 14:33
Treating Menopause
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 15 January 2014 11:22
Men Don't Diet, They Refuel
Has your man lost his sex drive or energy level? Dr. John La Puma provides a great program that can help lose the "man boobs" and get him back to his old self in no time.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 19 December 2013 14:22
Suzanne Somers’ Secrets For Staying Young
Suzanne is vibrant, energized and active – and she'll tell you how you can be too.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 19 December 2013 14:11
Safely Replace Hormones & Achieve a Vibrant, Energy-Filled Life
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 19 December 2013 14:00
Are Hormones Safe to Take?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 19 December 2013 13:00
Hysterectomy: Estrogen Therapy Saves Lives
Researchers estimate 50,000 deaths could have been prevented if women who had hysterectomies had estrogen hormonal therapy.
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HER
Thursday, 05 December 2013 14:22
New Approach to Treating Hypothyroidism
If you are sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, don't wait any longer... learn how to get your life back with this new treatment approach.
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 28 November 2013 13:22
Thinning Hair? Don't Despair... Reverse It
Thinning hair? Don't despair. Hair loss caused by diseases, such as thyroid disease, can be reversed with treatment of the underlying condition.
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HER
Thursday, 28 November 2013 13:11
Tired, Weak, Depressed? You May Have Hypothyroidism
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HER
Wednesday, 27 November 2013 03:39
Effective Non-Hormonal Therapies for Menopausal Symptoms
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is a normal and expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive. Until very recently, millions of women alleviated their hot flashes and night sweats with conjugated equine estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate (synthetic hormone replacement therapy or HRT).
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
However, mounting evidence from several clinical trials has shown that women using synthetic HRT are at significant increased risk of developing breast cancer, coronary heart disease, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
With little room for HRT in current practice and little else in the traditional medicine chest to consider, physicians are increasingly turning to natural non-hormonal therapies for women who need relief from menopausal symptoms.
As a naturopathic physician, I have used botanical medicines and other natural alternatives for many years with great success to help women create and maintain hormonal health. I've found the most effective approach combines stress management, diet, exercise and nutritional supplements to support and work with a woman's body, not against it. While each patient's treatment plan is unique, it has been my experience that most symptoms caused by menopause and/or hormone fluctuations and imbalances will respond to natural therapies.
Published in
RadioMD Blog
Wednesday, 20 November 2013 14:45
Non-Hormonal Therapies for Hot Flashes
While the fluctuation and decline of reproductive hormones is an expected event in mid-life women, the associated symptoms are nonetheless disruptive.
Published in
Mindful Medicine
Thursday, 07 November 2013 14:11
Is Sex Over after Menopause?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Thursday, 07 November 2013 13:33
Is a Hysterectomy Necessary? Becoming Your Own Health Advocate
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HER
Thursday, 31 October 2013 23:00
Estrogen Dominance: Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be BAD
When there is an excess of any hormone in relation to the whole intricate system we call the"endocrine system", an overall imbalance develops, and health problems can arise. When there is too much estrogen and not enough progesterone to counteract its effects, the situation is called estrogen dominance.
Estrogen dominance is a multi-factorial situation and is caused by such things as exposure to excess environmental xenoestrogens, use of synthetic estrogens such as the birth control pill and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), anovulation (lack of ovulation during menstrual cycle, which is not uncommon among women older than 35), digestion issues (which tax the estrogen-detoxification process in the liver), unrelenting stress (which strains the adrenals and the thyroid), unresolved emotional issues, poor diet and negative lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol use.
How does estrogen dominance specifically alter women's health?
Estrogen dominance is a multi-factorial situation and is caused by such things as exposure to excess environmental xenoestrogens, use of synthetic estrogens such as the birth control pill and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), anovulation (lack of ovulation during menstrual cycle, which is not uncommon among women older than 35), digestion issues (which tax the estrogen-detoxification process in the liver), unrelenting stress (which strains the adrenals and the thyroid), unresolved emotional issues, poor diet and negative lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol use.
How does estrogen dominance specifically alter women's health?
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RadioMD Blog
Thursday, 31 October 2013 13:22
Menopause: Should You Take Estrogen & Progesterone?
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HER
Thursday, 31 October 2013 13:11
Top Ways to Make Sex Better after Menopause
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HER
Thursday, 31 October 2013 13:00
Are Hormones the Key to Zapping Fat?
Excess body fat isn’t just unattractive; it can increase your risk for serious health problems, such as heart disease and diabetes.
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HER
Wednesday, 23 October 2013 11:11
The Cortisol Connection: How to Reduce Stress & Slow Aging
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 16 October 2013 11:11
Suzanne Somers: Estrogen, Emotions & Perimenopause
On a roller-coaster ride of emotions? Perhaps feeling bitchy and cranky and fatigued more often than you should?
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 16 October 2013 11:00
Natural Hormone Solutions for Perimenopause with Suzanne Somers
If you're going through perimenopause, you may be feeling helpless. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options.
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Naturally Savvy
Monday, 07 October 2013 12:11
Stretch Mark Minimizers
Getting rid of stretch marks can be a challenge, especially when there are so many products promising to do so. Do they really work?
Published in
Staying Well
Wednesday, 25 September 2013 14:45
Phytoestrogens: Helpful or Harmful?
Some estrogen found in your body is absorbed from dangerous chemicals and detrimental to health. But phytoestrogens are plant-based and may actually be beneficial.
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Mindful Medicine
Monday, 16 September 2013 12:11
Panic Disorder: Get Your Life Back
If you're dealing with panic disorder, it may seem like you will never live a normal life. But you CAN learn how to take control when panic sets in.
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Staying Well
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 14:45
Women, Stress & Anxiety: Natural Support
According to the National Institute for Health, women are 60% more likely to develop an anxiety disorder than men. Are you at risk?
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Mindful Medicine
Wednesday, 11 September 2013 11:00
Chemicals in Food Can Affect Your Child's Hormones
Learn how to limit your family's exposure to additives and chemicals that could be affecting your child's hormone levels.
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 29 August 2013 14:33
Are Dog Toys Leaking Dangerous Chemicals?
Dogs that chew on plastic toys may be exposed to hormone-altering chemicals. Is your furry friend at risk?
Published in
Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Wednesday, 07 August 2013 11:45
Methylfolate: Supplemental Support for Weight Loss, Depression
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Naturally Savvy
Wednesday, 24 July 2013 11:33
The Truth About Soy: Healthy or Not?
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Naturally Savvy
Thursday, 11 July 2013 14:33
Obesity Medicine: Curing America’s Dangerous Epidemic
Obesity is now classified as a disease by the AMA. So, what’s their plan to treat and cure this dangerous epidemic?
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Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith
Monday, 03 June 2013 12:33
Don't Sweat It: Stop Your Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
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Staying Well
Monday, 01 April 2013 12:11
The Four-Week Plan for Optimal Hormonal Health
The plan that can bring you dramatic results, improve your hormonal health and provide relief from symptoms.
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Staying Well
Wednesday, 20 March 2013 13:11
Is Your Metabolism Broken?
Do you have trouble losing weight, no matter how much you diet and exercise? You may be suffering from a broken metabolism.
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HER