oestrogen Archives • Alison Mitchell Naturopath

The Connection Between Your Gut and Hormonal Health

6th December 2024

Have you ever wondered why so many seemingly unrelated health issues—like hormonal acne, period pain, fatigue, and digestive troubles—often appear together? The answer lies in the intricate relationship between your…

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.

Endometriosis- Natural Management Options

29th March 2021

Guts and Girl Bits Episode #50 As we reach the end of Endometriosis Awareness Month I wanted to release a little recording I made a while ago for women's health…

PMDD: Processing Feelings

10th May 2020

Many people are aware of some of the symptoms that PMS can cause, but PMDD, a subtype of PMS that can cause symptoms of strong anxiety and depression, is something that is less well known. It can cause symptoms which can have a debilitating effect on your mental health, and this can last for the entire second half of your menstrual cycle. In this article we discuss self-care tips on how to process PMDD feelings.