Understanding the Interconnection of Autoimmunity, Thyroid Conditions, and the Lichens in Women’s Health
UNDERSTANDING THE INTERCONNECTION OF AUTOIMMUNITY, THYROID CONDITIONS, AND LICHENS IN WOMEN’S HEALTH with Renee Dyson-Holland Autoimmunity is a complex web that can intricately impact various aspects of women’s health, especially when it comes to fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. One area that often goes undiscussed, that I am seeing more and more in clinical practice, […]
Medicinal Cannabis: A Potential Ally in Managing MCAS, Allergies, Hormonal Disruption, and Menstrual Issues
MEDICINAL CANNABIS: A POTENTIAL ALLY IN MANAGING MCAS, ALLERGIES, HORMONAL DISRUPTION, AND MENSTRUAL ISSUES with Renee Dyson-Holland Medicinal cannabis, often referred to as medical marijuana, is gaining recognition for its therapeutic potential in addressing a range of health conditions. Among these conditions are Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), allergies, hormonal disruptions, and menstrual issues. In […]
Balancing the Microbiome: Nurturing Health During Pregnancy and Beyond
BALANCING THE MICROBIOME: NURTURING HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY AND BEYOND with Renee Dyson-Holland The journey of health and well-being during pregnancy and beyond is a complex interplay of factors that impact both mothers and babies. In this article, we delve into the critical roles of the vaginal microbiome, histamine, and allergies during pregnancy. Vaginal Microbiome and […]
Hashimoto’s and Grave’s Disease: Two Sides of One Coin
Written by Alexandra Preston Hashimoto’s disease and Grave’s disease are both conditions where the immune system damages the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland that helps regulate metabolism. This is known as autoimmunity (auto = “self”). Grave’s disease features an overactive thyroid, and commonly causes heat intolerance, nervousness, fatigue, weight loss, and heart palpitations. Hashimoto’s […]
Weight Management and the Role of Leptin
By Emily Holler If you’re concerned about your weight and considering dieting as an option, the bleak reality is that most people who diet and lose weight end up regaining the weight within 12 months. Sadly we live in a society that regards slender, perfectly sculpted bodies as vastly more attractive than all […]
Postnatal Depletion and the Path to Recovery
Featuring An Interview with Dr Oscar Serrallach MBChB, FRACGP By Emily Holler, Mother and Wellness Blogger Having a baby is widely celebrated as one of the most magical times in a woman’s life. And indeed it can be. But as many of us know all too well, new motherhood is often far from idyllic. Pregnancy […]
