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Feeling stressed is something each and every one of us experiences. It is normal to have some stress in our daily activities. It gives us some energy, it gets us motivated and keeps us going. However, we know that high amounts of stress can significantly impact your health. I often … Read More

These are my food adventures on our latest trip to San Jose and Los Angeles… 1. Stacks The first thing I researched before leaving for San Jose was a gluten-free breakfast restaurant and I’m so glad I found Stacks. It has been around for a long time and I noticed … Read More

Insulin is a major hormone that is produced in the body and can influence the health of your skin. This may sound surprising to you since we don’t necessarily associate insulin with skin health. Today, I’m going to break it down for you and show you how skin signs can … Read More

PCOS is a metabolic condition that comes with a host of symptoms. In fact, one of the biggest symptoms that women with PCOS contend with is weight gain. Furthermore, weight loss can be a struggle due to the hormonal environment. It can be difficult to figure out what to eat, … Read More

“Microbiome” has been quite the buzzword over the last few years. It’s basically the collection of microorganisms within your body, which can impact many aspects of your health. These include mood, metabolization, immunity and more. Recent research has emerged identifying specific microbes in the digestive tract that are responsible for … Read More

Supplements for PCOS have become so vast it can be hard to determine exactly which products are important for you. Ultimately, it still depends on each individual and you should always consult a Naturopathic Doctor before taking any supplementation. That said, the guide below can help you understand both why … Read More

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects approximately 10-15% of women of reproductive age. This complex endocrine disorder impacts both the reproductive and metabolic systems in the body, which can affect women’s ability to conceive. In fact, the prevalence of infertility among women with PCOS varies between approximately 70-80%. In many cases … Read More

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects about 10% of reproductive age women. PCOS is an endocrine disorder that can affect reproductive hormones and the metabolic system in the body. That being said, PCOS results in a hormonal imbalance caused by the disconnection between the brain and the ovaries. The pituitary gland … Read More

  Check out this video I created that goes over the most common PCOS Labs. Please note, this video is for educational purposes only. Please speak to your health care provider regarding analyzing your own blood work, diagnosing PCOS and treatment.  

Infertility can be a hard reality that many patients have to deal with. When we hear something is wrong with our health, our natural inclination in this day and age is to “Google it.” This ultimately can take you down a seriously confusing rabbit hole. There is so much information … Read More

Trying to get pregnant can be extremely stressful. Not only do you have to maintain your daily work schedule but now you have the added doctor appointments, fertility appointments, time to take your medications and/or supplements. The list goes on. Do you ever feel like you are constantly on the … Read More