Iron Deficiency, Anemia, and Depression Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in the world. In Canada alone, it is estimated that 5% of Canadians and 8% of females have low serum ferritin levels. Iron is an essential nutrient affecting every cell in the body and exhibiting multiple functions. It is important […]
Thyroid
Thyroid Dysfunction in Perimenopause
Thyroid Dysfunction in Perimenopause Did you know that the incidence of thyroid dysfunction increases in the menopause transition? At this time in a woman’s life, the secretion and metabolism of thyroid hormones changes. This increases her risk of a thyroid condition. Thyroid hormones are intimately related to our other sex hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone. […]
Cardiovascular Risk in Menopause: Prevention is key!
Cardiovascular Risk in Menopause: Prevention is key! Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women. Over the course of a woman’s lifetime this risk develops a lot more slowly than in men; however, it is dramatically increased post menopause. Though cardiometabolic changes are most apparent post menopause (defined as greater than 1 year […]
Thyroid Health Optimization for Women
Thyroid Health Optimization for Women She sat across from me and let out a sigh…”So, it isn’t all in my head?” she asked. “No, you have hypothyroidism,” I answered, “and this explains many of your symptoms.” A tear slid down her face, “I thought I was going crazy. I have just been so tired…” The […]
Common Women’s Health Concerns in your 50s and 60s
Common Women’s Health Concerns in your 50s and 60s Working with thousands of women over the years, I have seen a common trend in women who are in their 50’s and 60’s…they tend to write off their health concerns as….”just a normal part of aging.” This is sometimes a conclusion that they have come to […]
How Do You Know if You Have Hashimoto’s?
How do you know if you have Hashimoto’s? Low functioning thyroid (hypothyroidism) is common, affecting about 1 in 8 women in the U.S and is 5-8 times more common in women than men. The most common cause of hypothyroidism is an Autoimmune condition called Hashimoto’s causing about 80% of hypothyroidism. In Hashimoto’s, the immune system […]