As women, we all want to look and feel our best. In fact, we go to great measures and big dollars to look good in our own skin. According to a report by Statista, the global cosmetic market was valued at around 532 billion U.S. dollars in 2019. This includes various personal care products such […]

Last week, during my live presentation in Atlanta, Georgia, I shared startling information about the link between toxins in our food and breast cancer.  Today, we are going to discuss just a few of the toxins that we need to avoid. As consumers, we often assume that the foods we purchase and consume are safe […]

Estrogen dominance is a term used to describe a hormonal imbalance in which there is an excess of estrogen in the body relative to progesterone. (see my previous blog post for more details) This imbalance, which can occur in 50% of women in the reproductive years, and increases dramatically during perimenopausal years, can have a […]

– Are These Wreaking Havoc With Your Hormonal Balance? As women, we face many challenges that can trigger our body’s stress response, causing the release of cortisol. While cortisol is essential for many bodily functions, such as regulating blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation, chronically high levels of cortisol can have detrimental effects on our […]

Estrogen is a hormone that plays a crucial role in the female body. It regulates menstrual cycles, supports bone health, and is responsible for many other functions. However, when estrogen levels are imbalanced, it can lead to a condition called estrogen dominance, which can cause a range of health issues. In this article, we’ll explore […]

Testosterone is an androgenic hormone that is produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and fat cells of women. While testosterone (T) is typically associated with men and masculinity, it plays an important role in women’s bodies as well. T levels are naturally, at least 16x higher in men that women yet Testosterone is a key […]

Estrogen, like Progesterone, is a hormone that is vital to maintaining good health in women. It plays a crucial role in reproductive health, bone health, cardiovascular health, and brain health. Today I’m going to share the various ways in which estrogen is important for women’s health and discuss how you can support your health and […]

Progesterone, often called the “life giving hormone” is a hormone that plays a crucial role in women’s health.  It is produced by the ovaries and helps regulate the menstrual cycle, prepares the uterus for pregnancy, and supports fetal development during pregnancy. It affects everything from menstrual cycles to pregnancy, menopause, and more. But did you […]

“Hormones are the key to everything in women’s health. They are the foundation of our physical, emotional, and mental well-being.”  (Anna Cabeca, MD). Hormonal imbalances are a common problem that many women face Hormones are responsible for regulating various bodily functions and processes, including menstruation, pregnancy, and brain health, breast health, bone health, heart health, […]

It’s beach body prep time, and a lot of folks are trying to shed a few extra pounds. If you are struggling to lose those pesky pounds, it may be from hormonal imbalance. Hormones play a crucial role in body fat distribution, particularly in women. Understanding this connection can help women target stubborn fat and […]