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PCOS, BV and the vaginal microbiome
People with PCOS get more BV, but why is this? We discuss.
Practical tips for managing insulin resistance in PCOS
Discover practical tips to manage PCOS-related insulin resistance using diet, exercise, stress reduction, and more.
How to get hormone and blood testing
Learn how to get hormone testing on the right day for the most useful results, and what to do with the results.
Breastfeeding: impact on estrogen levels, the vagina and pelvic floor
Learn how breastfeeding impacts oestrogen levels, and how that in turn impacts vaginal and pelvic floor health.
Phytoestrogens food list (searchable)
Discover how to increase your phytoestrogen intake with our comprehensive list of foods.
Yeast Vs HO: a fantastic story, it’s not what you think
Got yeast problems and your body gone crazy? Learn about our HOs, histamine and oestrogen, how yeast blocks their exit from the body, and how to overcome it.
Understanding and using phyto-oestrogens in food
Using plants to mimic oestrogen is a legitimate way to either increase or decrease effect across the body - in the right circumstances.
Ozempic, Wegovy (semaglutide) and the vagina
Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) is a diabetic drug that can result in some unwanted vaginal and hormonal side effects in some people.
Quick List: Histamine intolerance and PCOS
A quick look at histamine intolerance and how it works in PCOS.
Signs and symptoms of perimenopause
Perimenopause is the stage where you may get symptoms like hot flashes as hormone levels fluctuate.
Hormones in perimenopause and menopause
We run you through the hormonal changes that occur as you enter into perimenopause and then menopause.
Quick List: How histamine works with oestrogen, progesterone and cortisol
A quick look at the interrelationships between histamine, oestrogen, progesterone and cortisol.
Understanding methylation, MTHFR and homocysteine
Methylation can be impaired if you've tested positive for the MTHFR gene, resulting in high homocysteine levels.
Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing PCOS
The Rotterdam criteria is how PCOS is diagnosed, with the criterium being updated as new research and clinical experience comes to light.
Gestational diabetes – what you should know
We run you through type II diabetes during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes can cause some serious problems for mother and baby, requiring monitoring.
Gallbladder removal and your hormones
Living without a gallbladder can cause a few hormonal upsets that may make life harder over the years, including leaving too much oestrogen in your blood.
How your gut bacteria affect oestrogen
The relationship between your gut bacteria and oestrogen is crucial for hormonal balance, affecting everything from vaginal health to bone density. This article explores how gut bacteria regulate oestrogen metabolism through the oestrobolome process, impacting your overall health and potentially influencing cancer risk.
Adrenal fatigue and how it affects your vagina
Adrenal fatigue can affect the levels of hormones you need to keep your vaginal tissues happy, resulting in itch and vaginal discharge.
Study: herbal medicine in PCOS improves symptom management
A randomised controlled trial in women with PCOS reveals the power of certain herbal medicines when combined with diet and lifestyle changes.