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Be In Balance This Spring

Be In Balance This Spring

18th October 2024
Spring into Health: Supporting Your Liver with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda When asked about their favorite season, many people enthusiastically choose Spring. With flowers in bloom, trees budding with…
PCOS and Oestrogen: The Hidden Hormonal Imbalance You Need to Know About

PCOS and Oestrogen: The Hidden Hormonal Imbalance You Need to Know About

15th October 2024
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is often thought of as a testosterone-related condition, but did you know that oestrogen plays a significant role too? In women with PCOS, the extended follicular phase leads to prolonged exposure to oestrogen, contributing to common symptoms like heavy periods, breast tenderness, and mood swings. In this blog post, we explore how hormonal imbalances—including low progesterone, aromatisation of testosterone to oestrogen, and increased sensitivity to oestrogen—affect those with PCOS. Plus, we look at how endocrine disruptors like BPA can worsen these symptoms.
The Importance of Gut Health

The Importance of Gut Health

20th March 2024
Gut Health All disease begins in the gut – Hippocrates. Your digestive system is more important for your overall health than you probably realise. It’s so much more than whether…
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