Our blog posts tagged with: hormone health.

Do I Have Secondary Amenorrhea?

Understanding secondary amenorrhea and the step-by-step approach to diagnose and treat it, considering factors like stress, sleep, exercise, and diet.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

Does Stress Affect Your Period?

Stress can disrupt your hormonal balance and menstrual cycle, leading to conditions like functional hypothalamic amenorrhea. Learn how stress, sleep, exercise, and diet impact your period.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

Eating Healthy and Exercising But Not Losing Weight? 14 Reasons Why the Scale Isn’t Moving.

Struggling with weight loss despite healthy eating and exercise? Discover the hidden factors—hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, stress, and more—that could be preventing you from shedding pounds.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

Is There a Way to Reduce Blood Sugar Levels Immediately?

Understanding the importance of blood sugar balance and its effect on hormones like insulin. Learn how to reduce blood sugar spikes and manage insulin resistance.

Sumayyah Elkhouly, Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

How to Bring Back Your Period Naturally

Learn how to restore your menstrual cycle naturally through balanced nutrition, better sleep, and stress recovery. A holistic guide to hormone health and period recovery.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

Is Soy Bad for You? Understanding the Science behind Phytoestrogens

Fermented soy foods and soy-based products including tempeh, tofu, edamame, soy milk, and soybeans – natural sources of phytoestrogens that may increase estrogen and support female hormone health.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

What is the Main Cause of Insulin Resistance?

Understanding how insulin resistance affects your body, causes fatigue and weight gain, and what lifestyle factors contribute to it.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

What is my PCOS type?

Discover the different types of PCOS and how they can manifest in each individual. Learn how to identify your unique PCOS symptoms and treatments.

Sumayyah Elkhouly, Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

What Are Adaptogens? 4 Herbs to Bring You Natural Stress Relief

Learn how adaptogenic herbs like Reishi, Ashwagandha, Maca, and Shatavari can help balance your stress response based on your unique constitution type.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

What Causes Premature Menopause?

Understanding the causes of premature menopause, its symptoms, and the risks it presents, including its impact on brain health, cardiovascular function, and bone density.

Ashwini Achutharaman, RD Intern & Dr. Abrar Al-Shaer, PhD, RD

What Should I Eat on My Period?

Learn what to eat during each phase of your menstrual cycle to support hormone health, reduce cramps, and boost energy. A guide to key nutrients and foods that can improve your period experience.