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  • February 17, 2025
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Happy hour or hormonal havoc: what alcohol does to your hormones.

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Happy hour or hormonal havoc: what alcohol does to your hormones.

Many of us enjoy a drink or two every weekend or once in a while to either wind down, celebrate a special occasion, or even to just enjoy with a good meal. But we would be naive to think that that one or two drinks does not cause some sort of negative impact in our bodies including our hormones.

I got asked recently by a client of mine in her early 20’s “will one drink effect my body?” and the answer I gave her was “Yes, I wish it didn’t but it totally does”. So that question put this article on my list of things to do because the honest truth is, that even one alcohol drink can effect your hormones… in a negative way.

The goal of this article is not to guilt for your choices or tell you to completely avoid alcohol, I don’t. But to educate you on how alcohol effects your hormones, so you can make an educated choice for yourself without any delusions. So lets go.

Alcohol has a significant impact on hormones, especially for women in perimenopause and post menopause, when hormone levels are already fluctuating alcohol can throw fuel on the fire. Here’s how it affects key hormones:

Read the rest of the article here.

  • February 5, 2025
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Castor oil for hormones, thyroid nodules and uterine pain.

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Castor oil for hormones, thyroid nodules and uterine pain.

I often get asked about castor oil for PMS (pre menstrual syndrome) and pain, and more recently about castor oil (packs) for thyroid nodules and inflammation. So I figured it was time I wrote about it. I hope you find this helpful. And stay to the bottom of this article to find out how to make your own Castor oil pack. 🙂

What Is Castor Oil?

Castor oil is a thick, pale yellow vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant. It is rich in ricinoleic acid, a unique fatty acid that gives it potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and laxative properties. Castor oil has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Western holistic medicine for a variety of health concerns.

What Are Castor Oil Packs?

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  • January 24, 2025
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Chocolate Therapy: How dark chocolate benefits your health and hormones.

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Dark chocolate is one of my favorite foods ever! Its one of my favorite parts of my day. If you are a client of mine or have been a follower, you already probably know this, and you know that I highly recommend (OK push) my clients to have dark chocolate daily because its abundance of benefits including; adrenal and hormone support, gut and microbiome support, heart and brain health, and of course it tastes delicious!

So lets look at some of the benefits of dark chocolate and how it can help hormones. If your not convinced that you need dark chocolate in your days after this, then I can’t help you. 😉

Benefits;

  1. Rich in Antioxidants: Dark chocolate, especially those with higher cocoa content (70% or more), is packed with antioxidants, which help fight off free radicals in the body. This can help protect your cells from damage and reduce inflammation. A study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry found that the polyphenols in dark chocolate, particularly flavonoids, have strong antioxidant properties that can help protect cells from oxidative stress (Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, 2008).

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  • January 15, 2025
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How does fiber help with hormones?

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Does fiber help with hormones? Well the answer is YES! But how? And how much fiber do you need? The answers are below along with 2 of my favorite recipes including macros. ↓

First off, I think most of us can agree that we under eat fiber. Between protein and fiber, these are the two most under appreciated food types when it comes to hormone health and even rebalancing hormones. Fiber itself plays a significant role in supporting hormone balance by influencing the metabolism, regulation, and elimination of hormones in the body.

Here’s how fiber helps with hormones:

1. Supports Estrogen Balance

• Eliminates Excess Estrogen: Fiber binds to estrogen in the digestive tract, particularly in the form of conjugated estrogens excreted by the liver. This prevents the reabsorption of estrogen back into the bloodstream and promotes elimination through the stool.

• Reduces Estrogen Dominance: By aiding in the elimination of excess estrogen, fiber helps prevent conditions associated with high estrogen levels, such as PMS, heavy periods, and estrogen-dominant conditions like endometriosis and certain types of breast cancer.

Continue reading the article here.

  • January 15, 2025
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Is “Peach Fuzz” facial hair a sign of high Androgens?

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This came up in conversation recently and thought “hmmm this is interesting, I have always wondered about peach fuzz and I bet others have too”. So here we are, I hope you find this interesting.

What is “Peach Fuzz”?

Peach fuzz refers to the soft, fine, and short hair that grows on the skin, particularly on the face, and resembles the fuzz found on the skin of a peach. It’s most commonly seen in adolescents and young adults, and while it can occur on various areas of the body, it is most noticeable on the cheeks, upper lip, chin, and forehead. Peach fuzz is typically lighter and thinner than coarser body hair and is often barely noticeable, but it can sometimes become more apparent with certain lighting or close-up observation.

What are “Androgens”?

Androgens are a group of hormones that play a key role in the development and maintenance of male characteristics, but they are present in both males and females. They are often referred to as “male hormones,” though they are essential for both sexes. But how do they influence peach fuzz or facial hair??

Continue reading the article here.

  • July 29, 2024
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Is Serotonin good or bad?

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Is Serotonin good or bad?

Well that is the question, and I think the answer is not what people think. Serotonin does seem to have a dark side that not many people are aware of. Which I believe is an injustice, especially as so many people are struggling with their health, specifically mental health.

Is Serotonin good or bad? I argue its “bad” at high levels and I hope to put forward some of my argument below for you to consider.

Many of us have been led to believe that “boosting” serotonin or having “high” serotonin is a good thing and especially good for our mental health. But what if the contrary is true? What if what we have been told about serotonin is inaccurate or even a lie? It wasn’t until the 1960s that the present doctrine regarding serotonin came into effect and a big part of this was due to pharmaceutical involvement (what’s new!).

It has been well documented and published in the research over the years that serotonin has a dark side. From increasing mental health issues including psychosis and seizures, to increasing inflammation and slowing thyroid function. Serotonin also effects ACTH or Adrenocorticotropic hormone, which is a hormone your pituitary gland releases that triggers your adrenal glands to release cortisol, the “stress hormone.” (I will link several papers to this blog and not to go too deep down the rabbit hole that is serotonin. But if you have any questions, please reach out to me!)

Read more here including how serotonin destroys mental health, increases aggression, and how to reduce serotonin.

  • July 25, 2024
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Canada Wildfire smoke 101.

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Canada Wildfire smoke 101 – health support.

Every year in Canada we experience thousands of wildfires, which unfortunately effects many families, putting them out of their homes. And in some cases losing everything. Our prayers and thoughts are with them each year. The Canadian National Fire Database estimates 8000 wildfires a year. 

Of course other parts of the world experience wildfires, but because I live in Alberta Canada, that is primarily where my attention is focused. Regardless this blog is useful to people all across the world who deal with wildfire exposure.

Along with these wildfires comes a ton of smoke and unseen toxic particles in our atmosphere. Many of us feel the effects of this wildfire smoke and recognize that’s what is causing us to experience new or different health symptoms. But also, some people do experience these new or different health symptoms, and don’t connect the dots, that it is in fact the wildfire smoke effecting their body.

Read on here to find out the symptoms you can experience when exposed to wildfire smoke, how the smoke effects our health, and how to support your health. FREE downloadable PDF included.

  • July 7, 2024
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Obesity Rate in Canada Statistics

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Obesity Rate in Canada Statistics

I wanted to put together this blog post as we always seem to hear about obesity statistics for the United States, which I agree can be pretty relevant for Canadians, but what are the obesity statistics for Canada specifically?

I had to go through a few different sources and studies. Research suggests that the prevalence of obesity in Canada has increased over the last two decades, which I don’t think is surprising to many. There is not a lot of research on Canadas obesity rates after 2022, but here is what I found.

Obesity rate in Canada statistics;

 

Read more on the obesity statistics on adolescents and which provinces had the highest percentage of obesity here. 

  • July 1, 2024
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Is your body toxic? Including a look at endocrine disruptors and endotoxins.

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Is your body toxic?

Toxic overload or body toxicity is a common occurrence in most people nowadays. We even see evidence of toxicity in high altitudes and in the people who live there. The truth is there is no escaping the toxins in our environment, they are in our water, food, home and work spaces, and even air. Toxins literally fall from the sky, and unbeknownst to many people, they are breathing in toxins in large amounts daily – regardless of how careful you may be with your dietary and lifestyle choices.

Throw in a slow metabolism, which research show us is over 93% of the population, making it harder for your body to detoxify these substances and easier to accumulate. This is a recipe for (health) disaster. Is your body toxic?

Its important to recognize that when we are talking about “toxins” in the body, we are not only referring to herbicides, pesticides, chemicals in our cleaning products etc. But also heavy metals (including but not limited to lead, cadmium and aluminum), PUFAs/polyunsaturated fatty acids and excess estrogen. Along with endocrine disruptors, which are molecules that have estrogen like activities and disrupt the bodies hormonal balance, and endotoxins – more on this below. 

Is your body toxic?

Read the rest of the article here and TAKE MY TOXICITY QUIZ! 

  • March 21, 2024
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Is sugar addiction real? Or is it just low dopamine?

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Is Sugar Addiction Real? Is addiction real? I know this is going to stir up a lot of emotions in people but I also know that this question needs to be asked, so lets go. Stick with me to til the end. 😉

Firstly most people who talk about addiction don’t even know what addiction is. There was a famous study called “the rat park experiment” that was actually done here in Canada. The researcher that conducted this, basically didn’t believe that addicts were sick people, or that they were genetically flawed. Or that if you give them a little bit of morphine and they become addicts for life. So he created this study where he took these rats and separated them into 2 groups. He got them both addicted to morphine. He kept one group in their normal rat cages, which is not particularly nice, but that’s what they are used to. And then the other group, he basically put in an amusement park for rats. It had bright colors, running wheels, didn’t smell of urine, and they were not harassed by sadistic lab assistants poking them with needles. Both groups of rats also had a free source of morphine in their water.

So the rats that were in the cage, they learned to press the lever to release more morphine into their water because they kept wanting it to help them deal with their miserable existence. But the other group of rats in the “amusement park”, who were having a great time, basically voluntary detoxed from their addiction over time. Even though for the first week or so, they experienced pretty painful symptoms including seizures. But they refused to touch the morphine, they didn’t feel they needed it.

So he, Dr Bruce Alexander, came to the conclusion that addiction is a desperate attempt at self medication. Your perceiving that something in your environment is temporarily relieving you of your symptoms, of whatever it is that is bothering you. Even though you know that in the long run, its making things worse. Sound familiar? Read the rest of the conversation here. 

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