When we think about hormone balance, we often focus on the ovaries, adrenals, or thyroid. But there’s one vital organ working behind the scenes to keep your hormones in check: your liver. Your liver isn’t just a detox organ—it’s a hormone-processing powerhouse. It breaks down excess hormones, eliminates used ones, and converts hormones into usable […]
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Have you ever been told your blood tests are “normal”—but deep down, you know something isn’t right? Many people experience symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, cravings, or stubborn weight gain long before traditional lab tests flag a problem. That’s because standard lab reference ranges are designed to detect disease—not to optimise health or catch early
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From puberty to menopause, women experience constant hormonal shifts that influence everything from mood and fertility to metabolism and blood sugar control. While blood sugar is often discussed in the context of diet or diabetes, women’s hormones play a critical, often overlooked role in how your body processes glucose. Understanding how blood sugar and female
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Do you often feel tired but wired, struggle with energy crashes, or experience unexplained weight gain and brain fog? These could be signs of adrenal dysfunction, commonly known as adrenal fatigue. The adrenal glands play a crucial role in regulating cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. When stress becomes chronic, the adrenal glands become overworked,
What if the timing of your meals, sleep, and even supplements was just as important as what you were doing for your health? Welcome to the fascinating field of chronobiology—the science of biological rhythms. More than just a wellness trend, it’s rapidly becoming a cornerstone of functional and naturopathic medicine. If you’ve been feeling tired,
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Every day, we are exposed to hundreds of chemicals from skincare, cosmetics, cleaning supplies, and household products. Many of these chemicals act as endocrine disruptors, meaning they interfere with hormone function, metabolism, and overall health. Research shows that toxins in personal care and household products can contribute to insulin resistance, weight gain, thyroid dysfunction, and
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