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Berberine, a natural compound found in various plants, has gained significant attention in recent years for its potential health benefits. Extensive research suggests that berberine can play a pivotal role ...

There are so many supplements to choose from when it comes to PCOS and fertility. These are my top must have supplements when trying to conceive. Always remember to speak ...

Affecting millions of women worldwide, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal, endocrine and metabolic disorder characterized by a group of signs and symptoms. The symptoms include irregular cycles, weight ...

A small but well designed study in 2018 showed that probiotic supplementation can reduce total testosterone. This study was 12 weeks long and it also showed that probiotics increase sex ...

A research article came out today on N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) and PCOS. This is a systematic review and meta-analysis meaning researchers have looked at many different studies and come up ...

It can be overwhelming to receive a Polycystic Ovary Syndrome diagnosis. Women often wonder: “What exactly is PCOS, and what does this mean for me?” I often hear women saying ...

When it comes to PCOS it is important to be assessed for your risk of cardiovascular disease. We know women with PCOS have 2x the risk of developing heart disease. ...

Top 3 Benefits of Myo-Inositol  If you’ve Google searched supplements for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome you are bound to come across Myo-inositol. This is a very popular supplement as it has ...

Protein Rich Seed Cereal 1 cup coconut milk3 tbsp chia seeds2 tbsp hemp heartstoppings sliced almonds, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, walnuts chopped1-2 scoop collagen powder (10-20g of protein) Add milk to ...

 Insulin is one of the most important hormones in our bodies. When you eat something that contains glucose—such as bread, rice, and baked goods—this sends a signal to the pancreas ...

What is progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone that is primarily produced by the corpus luteum, only after ovulation has occurred. Once the follicle releases the egg, the follicle will become ...

Feeling tired throughout the day can have several different causes. In women, however, one of the major causes is lack of iron. Since women lose blood monthly through their periods, ...

Podcast description: This week we have naturopath Dr. Samina Mitha on to talk all about tests! We get asked about PCOS tests and how to interpret them all the time ...

1. Insulin and Glucose Balance One of the major metabolic disruptions in PCOS is due to insulin and glucose. For example, insulin resistance can result in higher insulin levels. This ...

1. Glucose Metabolism:   Diets that are high in carbohydrates can increase fasting glucose and your Hba1c. If these levels are high, it can decrease ovulation in some women, especially ...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects the reproductive system and the endocrine system. This means that the ovaries and uterus are affected, but so are insulin and glucose production and processing. ...

Check out this latest podcast Dr. Samina did for the Alpha Female Podcast.  Dr. Samina Mitha is a licensed and registered Naturopathic Doctor. She is passionate about helping patients find ...

Often times endometriosis and PCOS can get confused with one another since both of these conditions can affect the reproductive system. However, these conditions are not the same and can ...

February is heart health month and I wanted to talk about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Heart Health. Did you know that if you have PCOS you are at a ...

Long cycles? Anovulatory cycles? Heavy periods? Trouble sleeping in the lead up to your period? Recurrent miscarriages? Spotting? These all have one thing in common - they may be caused ...

GF DF Chicken Fingers 2 chicken breasts (sliced into stripes)3/4 cup cassava flour1/4 cup coconut flour1 tsp paprika1 tsp onion powdersalt and pepper to taste1 whisked egg2-3 tbsp coconut oil ...

Hopefully, we’ve all felt the experience of getting into a nice cozy bed, turning down the lights and drifting off into a sound sleep, only to wake up in the ...

When going through fertility treatments, the endometrial lining will be checked throughout the cycle to ensure appropriate thickness. Sometimes, we see that certain drugs such as Clomid reduce endometrial thickness. ...

Often times we see high DHEAS levels in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. For some women, this is the only marker in their blood work that comes back abnormal. The ...

Magnesium is extremely important. It is probably one of the most helpful vitamins we have. The reason being, that magnesium is used in over 300 enzyme reactions in the body. ...

Learn more about how to reduce testosterone here: https://saminamitha.com/pcos/pcos-treatments-for-high-androgens/ Iced Lemon Spearmint Tea Sweetened with Inositol 1 tea bag Organic Spearmint teaGlass full Ice1 Lemon slice1 packet or scoop Ovasitol ...

Your thyroid is an incredibly important gland in your body. It regulates so many functions including metabolization, temperature regulation, and energy. It is estimated that approximately 1 in 10 Canadians ...

Check out the podcast A Cyster and Her Mister that Dr. Samina guest-starred in. She talks about Naturopathic Treatments for PCOS. On this episode of A Cyster & Her Mister, ...

Chronic, low-grade inflammation is at the core of PCOS. In fact, all women with PCOS will have a certain degree of inflammation, whether really low, moderate, or high. Studies show ...

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome  (PCOS) has been associated with low-grade systemic inflammation many times in research. (2) Inflammation is part of the body’s immune system, and is used to help protect ...

Paleo Chicken Parm 1 egg1/2 cup cassava flour1 tsp paprika1 tsp onion powdersalt and pepper to taste2 spiralized zucchini (** you will need a vegetable spiralizer for this )oil for ...

Almond Flour Muffins Recipe comes from: https://lifemadesweeter.com/keto-muffins/ 1.5 cups almond flour1/3 cup coconut sugar (or monkfruit sweetener )1/2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp ground cinnamon3 tbsp Earth Balance2 ...

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 ...

Almond Porridge Recipe from Smart PCOS Choices 1/2 cup almond flour 3 tbsp ground flax seeds 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 1/3 cup hot water 1/4 cup coconut milk 1-3 tbsp ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

Instant Pot Paleo Turkey Chilli This chili is my all-time favorite during the winter months. It is so simple to make in the Instant Pot and tastes like it has ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

  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 ...

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 ...

http://www.cookingwithcocktailrings.com/soup/2017/moroccan-vegetable-stew Moroccan Lentil Stew 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 medium yellow onion, diced1 medium leek, trimmed and thinly sliced (white and light green parts only )2 garlic cloves, chopped2 ...

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 ...

Today we are talking about sugar cravings. I have always craved sugar. Ever since I could remember I was known to have the biggest sweet tooth. Any opportunity I got ...

Original recipe from: Well-Fed Soul MEAL PREP: Turkey Meatballs 2 lbs ground turkey1 large egg2 cloves garlic3/4 cup almond flour1/2 cup Onion (diced )1/2 cup fresh cilantro (minced )salt to ...

Do you feel like your biological clock is ticking? You are definitely not alone! Many women start to feel the pressure of their biological clock as they age. The term ...

Guacamole is a staple in our house; we make it almost every week. I have to admit that this is my husband's recipe and everyone seems to love it! The ...

Balancing your hormones is one of the keys to getting pregnant and supporting a healthy pregnancy. Throughout the cycle — your hormones change every single day in response to the ...

PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an endocrine disorder that can affect reproductive hormones and the metabolic system. Since PCOS is known as a syndrome it can present with a variety of different ...

When I think of Vitamin D the first thing that comes to mind is sunshine! Why? Because we rely on the UVB rays of the sun in order to produce ...

The topic of gut health is all the rage right now. I hear it everywhere, chats about gut microbiome, probiotics and good/bad bacteria. It's popping up on commercials, radio and ...

Have you ever got the feeling of intense motivation that today is going to be the day when you get to work and get a tonne of things completed off ...

Contained in the castor seed, Ricinus communis, this oil is rich in ricinoleic acid, which gives castor oil its beneficial healing properties.  Castor oil is a folk remedy used all around ...

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Recipe adapted from http://cookituppaleo.com/cassava-flour-chocolate-chip-cookies/ Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies These cookies are chewy and just the right amount of sweetness. They will fool anyone for your typical flour chocolate chip cookie. ...

Zucchini Noodle Avocado Pesto Chicken 5 zucchini2 avocados (mashed)3-4 tbsp pesto (sunflower kitchen brand)2 chicken breasts1-2 cups cherry tomatoes2 tbsp avocado oil Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchini, sprinkle salt ...

Paleo Fat Bombs 1 cup coconut oil (semi-melted)1/4 cup Cocoa powder3 tbsp honey Blend, place the liquid into silicon molds and keep in refrigerator until hard. Enjoy! DessertDairy Free, Gluten ...

PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an endocrine disorder that can affect various hormones in the body. A lot of the times with PCOS, it can be difficult to determine ...

It can be very daunting walking down the supplement aisle trying to figure out what supplements you need to support your body while you are trying to conceive. There is ...

Cauliflower Rice Ground Meat 1 lbs ground chicken/turkey/beef4-5 cups cauliflower rice (*pre made from Costco)1 box mixed greensSpices2 tsp dried parsley2 tsp paprika 1 tsp chili powdersalt and pepper to ...

By: Dr. Alaina Gair, ND and Dr. Samina Mitha, ND Did you know 1 in 10 people in Canada suffer from a thyroid condition? According to the Thyroid Foundation of ...

Mung Bean Soup 1 cup dried mung bean (soaked overnight/6 hours, drain and rinsed )3 tbsp oil (EVOO, avocado oil )1 onion (chopped fine )3 garlic cloves (crushed)1 carrot, chopped14oz ...

By: Dr. Alaina Gair, ND In the interest of treating people from the root cause of disease, having a complete assessment is critical. When I ask if my patients have ...

Does changing your whole diet to become pregnant sound overwhelming? I know when I first started to adjust my lifestyle by eating healthier it took some time to get the ...

Does this sound familiar?: - You are always the cold one, while everyone around you is fine? - You have been successful at losing weight, but the pounds aren’t coming ...

By: Stephanie Huls We often hear about the holidays being stressful because of stretched budgets, exploding social calendars, and crowded stores. But they can also be painful because of grief, ...

This homemade dark chocolate date turtles will definitely be a hit at your Christmas party! Turtles used to be one of my favourite chocolates. Now I can enjoy this healthy ...

GF DF Bulletproof Hot Chocolate 1 cup coconut milk 1 tbsp ghee or butter1-2 tsp brain octane by Bulletproof2 tbsp collagen powder by Vital Proteins (optional)2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 ...

What is PCOS? PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is one of the leading causes of infertility. PCOS is largely an endocrine disorder that can affect hormones, metabolism and the immune system. ...

These cassava flour pancakes are a big hit in my house! They cook exactly like regular pancakes and taste just the same! If you are looking for a good dairy ...

This Paleo Butter chicken will be a staple in your house, I am sure! Butter chicken has been a staple in my family while growing up. Now that I do ...

CoQ10 and Fertility   Coenzyme Q10 (a.k.a. CoQ10) is all the rage right now with male and female fertility. So why is this one supplement, creating all the buzz? Well, ...

To get more recipes like this visit www.saminamitha.com/recipes Roasted Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs with Veggies 2 tbsp Dijon mustard2 tbsp Honey1/2 tsp Dried rosemarysalt and pepper to taste4 cups brussel ...

Experiencing PAIN? Cupping therapy is NOT just for the Olympic Athletes… it might be for you too! Have you tried cupping before? It is one of my favourite ways to ...

Being a member of the gourd family, butternut squash is a cousin to pumpkins, melon and cucumber! It's beautiful orange, tells us it is rich in Vitamin A. Butternut squash soup ...

  Foods to Consume Complex Carbohydrates These carbs are slowly digested in the intestines instead of rapidly digested resulting in increased blood glucose and insulin. Examples include: fruits, veggies, quinoa, ...

October is not complete in my house without these Fall Pumpkin Brownies! This brownie recipe is delicious, it is not too sweet and will satisfy your chocolate craving. Check out ...

This Yucca Pizza Dough is my favourite! Typically gluten free pizza dough is made with potatoes so I thought I would try a new recipe that is a different starch. Yucca ...

  PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an endocrine disorder that can affect hormones, metabolism and the immune system. This article is going to walk you through my Top 10 PCOS Treatments for ...

PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an endocrine disorder that can affect reproductive hormones and metabolic system. Since PCOS is known as a syndrome it can become very complex to ...

When the doctor said to me...."Oh yeah, looks like you do have PCOS." (To learn more about What is PCOS, click here!) My first thought was, OMG! What is wrong ...

The menstrual cycle and ovulation signs...sounds like another anatomy lesson is coming on! Trust me, I will try my best to make it as simple as possible. Because let's face it ...

It’s that time of the month again and I don’t mean your period! It’s time for ovulation! Planning to have a baby is very exciting and knowing the optimal time ...

Quick and Easy Lettuce Tacos 0.5 pound minced beef2 tomatoes1 bunch cilantro3 tbsp nutritional yeast1 bunch romaine lettuceguacamole/avocado1 limeSpices1/4 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp onion powder1/4 tsp paprikasalt and pepper to ...

I am really excited to share this guest blog post by Katie Kahvo, Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN). She has a strong passion for supporting individuals with fertility! So her blog post is her ...

This Healthy Breakfast Smoothie is complete with everything you need to start the day off right! To build your healthy breakfast smoothie include the following groups! Fruit (ie. banana, berries) ...

Fatigue? Muscle aches? Poor memory? Mood changes? Feeling dizzy? Sounds like a Vitamin B12 deficiency. Find out everything you need to know about Vitamin B12 injections below! Vitamin B12 injections ...

Seasoned Chicken Breast with Quinoa and Veggies 2 chicken breasts1 cup quinoa2 zucchini2 Carrots2 tsp olive oil/avocado oilsalt and pepper to tasteadditional spices (ie. italian spice, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, ...

PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is an endocrine disorder that can affect hormones, metabolism and the immune system. Getting a comprehensive lab test is the first step to really understand ...

Chia seed cereal is loaded with protein! 3 tbsp has 9 grams of protein and is loaded with soluble fibre. It is also a healthy source of omega 3 fatty ...

Most women can admit to saying - "I think my hormones are going crazy." I know I have been there. Wondering if my symptoms/problems are related to the fact that ...

Quick and Easy Wild Salmon with Quinoa and Green beans 2 Wild Atlantic Salmon1 cup quinoa1 cup cherry tomatoes2 cups green beans1 tbsp olive oildill to tastesalt and pepper to ...

Guacamole is a staple in our house; we make it almost every week. I have to admit that this is my boyfriend’s recipe and everyone seems to love it! The ...

Paleo Spaghetti Squash and Meat Sauce 1 bottle tomato sauce0.5-1 pound hormone free/grass fed beef1-2 bay leaves1 spaghetti squashsalt and pepper to taste Cook the meat and add some salt ...

Tumeric Latte and Tumeric Paste   Tumeric latte's have become my afternoon pick me up! It is very warming and calming to my digestive system.... to be honest, it did ...