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Natural Support for Balancing Hormones
Post on by Margo Gladding
Our bodies produce numerous hormones, all of which are all extremely important for all aspects of our health and well-being. Hormones work together in a delicate balance to influence mood,...... -
Everyday Endocrine Disruption
Post on by Teri Cochrane
Hormone trouble? Here are the big disruptors to look out for. Parabens This endocrine disrupting chemical is abundant in personal care products such as shampoos, body wash, lotions and hand soaps....... -
6 Tips for Managing Estrogen Dominance
Post on by Paula Gallagher
From puberty to menopause, symptoms such as mood swings, bloating, headaches, hot flashes and insomnia are indicators of hormone imbalance. Often the underlying cause is estrogen dominance. This occurs when...... -
4 Helpful Things for Hormone Detox
Post on by Teri Cochrane
It is becoming more and more difficult to be a good hormone detoxifier, thanks to hormone-related issues, which are on the rise. We see many of these in our practice in clients of all ages...... -
Putting Out the Fire on Hot Flashes & Other Menopausal Miseries
Post on by Paula Gallagher
This is a guest blog by Dr. Anna Cabeca, who will be a guest on our radio show, Essentials for Healthy Living, on Sunday, March 10. Hot flashes can hit at the most inconvenient times. While you’re having a business meeting with an...... -
Herbal Support for PCOS
Post on by Margo Gladding
Along with healthy diet and lifestyle habits, herbs can play a very powerful role in helping women to achieve their health goals in managing the hormonal condition, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Herbs...... -
SOS for PCOS (or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
Post on by Paula Gallagher
A friend came to me recently with a diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It is one of the most common conditions in women of childbearing age, with almost 1 in 10 women developing this condition at one time or another. And although...... -
Women's Health Series: Menopause
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Menopause refers to the time when women end their reproductive cycle – ending menstruation. The ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone, and the adrenal glands and fat cells take over sex hormone production. The body is designed to accommodate this natural process, but...... -
Women's Health Series
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Over the next couple of weeks, we will be looking at natural solutions for hormone balance and menopause. At Village Green Apothecary, we believe in taking a comprehensive approach to supporting your health and wellness. For women’s health concerns, such as osteoporosis,...... -
Hormones: They Could Be Your Hidden Answer to Losing the Last 10-30 lbs.
Post on by Heather Gunn
Did you know that you can have more energy? You can have better sleep. You can even enjoy a healthy body weight without forcing yourself to hit the gym everyday. When your hormones are functioning optimally, your entire body works more efficiently and theoretically your body weight should be balanced.......
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