Why Can’t I Lose Weight? Why can’t I just lose weight? Weight loss is something that most women desire. Women will often come into the office with a list of diets that they have tried or tell us about how much they have restricted but the problem is, they don’t feel well, and often times […]
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 […]
Do I Have PCOS?
Do I have PCOS? How do I know if I have PCOS? PCOS is the most common hormonal condition in women of reproductive age affecting 6-12% of the population. It is a life-long health condition that has health effects lasting beyond child bearing years. Currently, to be diagnosed with PCOS you need to meet 2/3 […]
Perimenopause: What You Need to Know
Perimenopause: What You Need to Know Let’s talk about Perimenopause Many women have misconceptions when it comes to menopause. Many women believe that there is a specific point in time where their hormones just stop being produced and their period never comes again. However, this is rarely the case; though there is always that mother’s, […]
Understanding the Connection Between Mental and Physical Health
Understanding the Connection between Mental and Physical Health The mind-body connection is a fascinating one. We’re able to see a direct impact on our mental health, when our physical health is poor, and vice versa. It comes down to the thoughts we hold, how stressed we are, and our mental state, and how those can […]
Let Us Tell You About The Health Collective
Let’s Talk about The Health Collective… Something exciting is happening over here, you may have heard the recent buzz – we’re changing the way we work with patients, and we hope you’re as excited about this change as we are. One of the reasons we’ve been actively assessing our current way of practice, is because […]