Hormonal issues can wreak havoc on people who are oblivious to the root cause. Many symptoms of a hormonal disorder mimic other disorders, or they seem unrelated to something going on inside your body because they are expressing themselves outside your body. Let’s take a look at some outward symptoms … [Read more...]
Menopause and Hormones – Living with the Changes
Menopause is the term used to mark the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It generally describes the lack of a menstrual cycle for at least 12 months’ time. It is a normal condition and includes changes in the body as hormone levels decrease. The most obvious indicator of menopause is the cessation of the … [Read more...]
Too Tired? It Might Be Hormonal
Hormones are a major contributor to our sleep/wake cycle. Female bodies are designed to produce hormones that promote wakefulness and sleepiness in a regular rhythm. Working within a natural rhythm helps you feel rested and vigorous during the day and sleepy and ready for bed after the sun … [Read more...]
Do You Have a Healthy Endocrine System?
Our bodies are a complex co-mingling of systems designed to regulate everything from our skeletal structure to our ability to breath in and out. While the various systems are individualized, they work in conjunction with one another for our whole health. The endocrine system is a series of glands charged … [Read more...]
Low Carb Sweeteners
Have you tried low carb sweeteners? There are two categories of these low carb sweeteners- artificial and plant based. I don't like the artificial sweeteners like sucralose and aspartame. I do like and use the plant based sweeteners, like stevia, monkfruit, and erythritol. I … [Read more...]
Loaded Cauliflower Au Gratin
Cauliflower has become one of my favorite vegetables. It is one of the most versatile low carb veggies around. It is quite amazing what can be done with it- cauliflower rice, roasted cauliflower, mashed cauliflower, and more. Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous vegetables … [Read more...]