Hormone issues & symptoms
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Can hormonal imbalance cause weight gain? If so, what can I do to stop it? Weight gain is something that generally has a bad rap. We’ve been taught to fear it, hate it, and reject ourselves when it ‘happens’ to
Today we’re diving into fibroma and uterine fibroids, a very common condition that affects 1 in 3 women at some point in life. This post will cover it all so that if you’re worried about or have recently been diagnosed
Are you feeling exhausted, tired all the time, or maybe your jeans are feeling a little bit on the tight side, yet you haven’t changed your diet? We all have the odd day when we feel like binge-watching ‘Schitt’s Creek’
You know the routine. You’ve got some gorgeous skin products you just love, and your skin is glowing. Then, out of nowhere, comes the redness, the inflammation, the jawline of a 15-year-old boy. And nothing. No. Thi. Ng. Can shift
A topic that seems to be briefly discussed in text groups between friends, but doesn’t seem to get its well-deserved day in the sun is hormonal anxiety. You may be wondering what hormonal anxiety is exactly, if you suffer from
Did you know that it takes an average of 5 years for a woman to be diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)? Yes, an average of 5 years! Crazy don’t you think? However, there are a lot of misconceptions regarding
If you haven’t read part one and part two of this three-part “Managing Your PCOS” series, I highly recommend you do before reading this final part! Supplements are merely the icing on the cake when it comes to managing PCOS,
The second part of our PCOS series is about how to manage your PCOS through your lifestyle. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic endocrine condition defined by high levels of androgens, driven by various underlying causes such as insulin
This 3 part series on managing your PCOS is written by Megan Hallett a women’s health coach with special expertise in PCOS. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic endocrine condition defined by high levels of androgens, driven by various
What is hormonal imbalance? It is a simple way to say that your hormone levels are significantly higher or lower than what is expected for your age and the time of testing. Keep in mind that it is not a
This is the third instalment of the Endometriosis series. For this article I spoke to a wonderful woman named Caitlin who runs an instagram page offering support, advice and love to those who suffer with endometriosis. The instagram page is
Hair loss is a normal part of everyday life. If you’re anything like me you find your hair everywhere; from clogging up the drain each time I wash it to hoovering up enough each week to make a small wig,
This is the second instalment of the Endometriosis series, so if you haven’t already, please go and check out my first post on what Endometriosis is here! In this post I will outline some of the main treatment options for
When I first heard the term ‘Endometriosis’, I had no idea what it was. Many people are unaware of its existence and may even have it and not know. The symptoms of it are often brushed off as normal experiences,
Today we’re talking Chronic fatigue syndrome diagnosis and treatment. Don’t know what chronic fatigue syndrome is? Chronic fatigue syndrome, also know as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), is described as a long term illness with the most common symptom being extreme tiredness.
Partner emotional support is very important when it comes to conditions that reoccur monthly. So how can you support your partner emotionally if she’s suffering with PMDD, Endometriosis or PCOS? Recently we’ve been talking a lot here on Selfish Darling
If you’ve been following our series on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), you’ll know not only what PCOS is, but also how you can improve your symptoms with dietary changes. But what lifestyle changes can you make to better manage your
Last week, we discussed what polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is, and how to know if you may have it. But what next? If you have it, how can you incorporate natural remedies for PCOS? Can you work on making your
What Is stress and what does it do to our body? Does stress cause weight loss or weight gain? Or could it be both. What can we do about this. The world of weight is a minefield. We have become
Are you still struggling with acne, even though your teenage years are long over? Do you struggle to maintain a healthy weight? Do you have irregular periods? Although all of these symptoms could be down to countless causes, you may
We all have our low days. Everything seems bleak and the things that usually bring joy pale into insignificance. Depression is real and should never be taken lightly. However, if you simply have low mood that comes and goes, there
Stereotypes aside, it’s an unfortunate truth that those of us who menstruate spend a large part of our existence riding the natural yet often unpredictable waves of our hormones. But how do you know if those monthly ups and downs
It was quite exciting getting your first spot, wasn’t it? The official badge of ‘I’m a teenager’. Almost as exciting as picking up your first pack of tampons. Of course, we soon learnt that they certainly aren’t as fun and
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