Tag: Estrogen
Types and Causes of PCOS (6 You Should Be Aware of)
There are at least 6 different types of PCOS that are recognized. Each type of PCOS has a unique cause and though there is some overlap between conditions, they are NOT all the same. Knowing the type of PCOS that you have is critical if you want to get serious about treatment. The various types…
Birth Control Side Effects You Should be Aware of (Cancer, Weight Gain & More)
Birth control pills are widely recommended for a variety of conditions beyond their use as a contraceptive. Many women take birth control to help ‘balance’ their hormones, stop acne, or treat menstrual irregularities. And while the pill may help with some of these conditions you always have to be aware of HOW they are working…
What Causes Menopause Weight Gain & What to do About it
On average women gain around 10-15 pounds during the menopause transition. But, is there a way to prevent this weight gain? If it’s already happened is there anything you can do to lose weight? If you are struggling with weight gain after menopause then this is the article for you. We are going to explore…
How to Treat (& Stop) Menopause Related Acne
Are you in menopause and suddenly dealing with acne? Why is it that some women suffer from acne when they hit menopause but not before? What causes this type of acne? In this post we will discuss everything you need to know about menopause-related acne including what triggers it and how to treat it: What…
Menopause Diet Guide: What to Eat (& Not Eat) for Weight Loss
Are you struggling with weight gain at menopause? If so then you are not alone. Many women find that they gain an extra 10-15 (or more) during the menopause transition. If you fit into this category then understanding what foods you should be eating (and avoiding) is an important step in helping you lose those…
The Best Menopause Test: How to Confirm you are in Menopause
Are you suffering from depression, weight gain, hot flashes, or menstrual irregularities? Are you approaching the age of 50? If so, then these symptoms may be attributed to the decline in important sex hormones which is seen during the menopause transition. You can easily identify if you are in menopause with some very simple tests. …
Pros and Cons of Hormone Pellets: Side Effects & More
Are hormone pellets the holy grail of hormone replacement therapy? Do they really provide you with a hands-off, low-maintenance solution to your symptoms? Not exactly, but there’s a time and place for them to be used. If you were to ask me, though, I would tell you there are plenty of other, better options available.…
Biest (Medication) Guide for Menopause: Side Effects, Dosing & More
Biest may be the preferred way to treat low estrogen in the setting of menopause. Learn more about why this combination medication is preferred to other formulations, how it works in your body, how it may be protective against breast cancer, how to dose it, and more: Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy & Biest Bio-identical hormone…
Estradiol for Menopause Guide: Dosing & Side Effects
Are you suffering from hot flashes, weight gain, depression, or other symptoms of low estrogen? Have you considered using the medication estradiol to help reduce these symptoms? If so, this is the article for you. We are going to discuss the importance of estradiol in the female body, how it interacts with other important sex…
How & When to use Estrogen Blockers for Men
Do estrogen blockers really help to get you shredded or cut? Is high estrogen the bane of your TRT existence? In this post we will discuss the benefit of estrogen blockers including who should consider using them, how they should be used, and other signs and symptoms associated with estrogen problems: Estrogen in Men When…
