Exercise and your Menstrual cycle: How Estrogen affects muscles

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Gang, it’s time we talk about Estrogen’s other jobs. Yes, it’s vital in reproduction, but it’s also vital to just a bunch of other stuff. And one of those things is working out. More specifically, your muscles and endurance level. Welcome to exercise and your Menstrual cycle. It’s a whole new world. And one you […]

Low libido in women, explained

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We’ve all been there – it’s a Tuesday night, you’ve just eaten a mammoth amount of spaghetti carbonara, and you’re wearing a grubby oversized t-shirt. Basically, you’re not feeling your best. And yet your partner is still in the mood. Fear not, gang, low libido in women is more common than you may think. Not […]

FSH and Menopause

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Gang, it’s time we talk about FSH, or Follicle Stimulating Hormone, as it’s known in the biz we call health. You’ve probably heard it bandied about on occasion, but what does it really do? And how is FSH involved with Menopause? First things first, what is menopause? Essentially, Menopause occurs when our reproductive system begins […]

How do my hormones affect my sex drive?

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Have you ever noticed that your interest in sex changes at different times of the month? Today we are going to talk about how our hormones can change our sex drive and how we feel about sex. A quick note on the phrase “sex drive”, before we talk about the hormones I personally really don’t […]

How can you reduce inflammation?

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Inflammation and chronic inflammation is a problem that affects millions of people, and can affect the body in countless ways. In many cases, it is caused by certain foods. And yes, you’ve guessed it, they are the usual culprits; red meat, processed meat, organ meat, refined grains, and sugar. But did you know, that you […]

Revealed: The connection between your thyroid and weight

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Have you ever tried a diet, but however many calories you don’t eat, or carbs you forgo, nothing seems to work? One reason may be your thyroid. Yes, I know, big eye rolls, and cries of “Oh, that’s a good excuse, it’s almost as good as the “I’m just big-boned” one.” However, did you know […]