Bloating before period? Yes, it’s a real thing.
It must be that time of the month again…or is it? Wait, didn’t I just get my period a couple of weeks ago? So, why am I so bloated? While most of us expect to feel bloated during our period, we’re confused and annoyed when an unexpected case of the bloats pops up mid-cycle. So, […]
Hormones and pain: How your cycle affects sensitivity
Hey, how’s your pain tolerance today? We ask because, and you’ve probably noticed this, your sensitivity to pain changes throughout your menstrual cycle. There’ll be days when just being makes your scalp hurt. And there’ll be other days when you can’t remember how you got that huge bruise on your leg. And that’s all down […]
Postmenopausal syndrome: What is it and how do you handle it?
So, you’ve made it through Menopause. Or at least you thought you did. You can’t remember the last time you had a period, but those dang Menopause symptoms have not gone away. This is known as Postmenopausal syndrome, and it’s way more common than you think. But don’t worry. In a lot of cases, most […]
Healthier living with Hormona: How we can help you
Now, we’re not saying we’ve got a magical cure for everything that ails you. But we are saying that the Hormona app has a ton of stuff that can support your overall, as well as your hormonal, wellbeing, helping you feel healthier. It can help you eat better, sleep better, and generally put a Hormona-themed […]
Progesterone, gas and bloating – why does progesterone cause this?
Gang, forgive us, but we need to talk… Bowels. Sort of. No, we haven’t lost our collective marbles, honest. Do you ever feel a bit bloated before your period or in the second half of your cycle? Well, there’s a reason for that. And you won’t be surprised to learn that it’s hormonal. Welcome to […]
How do high levels of progesterone impact our hunger?
Sweets. Takeaways. Cakes, ice cream, crisps, bubbles… What are we talking about? Well, aside from being a kickass shopping list, this is the sort of thing high levels of Progesterone can make you crave. Yup, turns out it really is your period that’s forcing you to open that second carton of Dulce de Leche… What […]
