Laser hair removal has quickly become the go-to for women’s body modification - but for those with excessive hair growth (aka hirsutism), are we lasering away one of the significant signs of hormone imbalance without thinking twice?
How Stress Changes Your Period
The Importance of Vitamin D
The Most Important Thyroid Nutrient - Are You Deficient?
The Gut Universe - What The Microbiome Does
You are a walking ecosystem - just like a jungle or coral reef. Careful balance is so important to ensure survival. The same goes for the intensely complex system of our guts. Wendy shares some surprising facts about the microbiome - and just how important it is for everything from autoimmunity to mental health.
5 Problems with Self-Prescribing
Why antibiotics aren't a great solution for acne
Why Has Stopping the Pill Made My Skin Worse?
One of the most common problems when coming off the pill (and usually a contributing factor to choosing to go on the pill!) is skin outbreaks and acne. Why is this happening? Read on to understand the bacterial and hormonal drivers behind acne, and what you can do to get a head start in clearing up your skin, from the inside out.
Cellular Hypothyroidism - I've Got The Symptoms But Pathology Says I'm Fine!
Have you been reading about all the symptoms of an under-active thyroid and ticking them off, but have been told that everything is fine? In this blog, Emily discusses the undetected cellular hypothyroidism, which is easily detectable through basal temperature charting. Where do I get that, you ask? Right here!
Why is my skin too oily or too dry?
Sebum (oil) produced in the skin is an essential part of our skin barrier function; a biological ecosystem that keeps our skin healthy and nourished. When our the quality or production of sebum is compromised, we can end up with dry and sensitive skin or oily skin that’s prone to infection. Here’s some of the things you should know if you have skin that’s too oily or too dry.
Zinc for Acne
Steroid Creams and Eczema: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Steroid creams are the most commonly prescribed medication for eczema, but do you know how they work? What about their side effects, and even worse… the withdrawals? Out of all the patients I treat who use or have used steroid creams for their eczema, so few of them are informed about the damage that can be caused. I wrote this article to change that.
How Does Stress & The Adrenals Affect Hormones?
There’s no escaping stress… it’s a part of everyday life and, when experienced in the right contexts, plays an important part in our growth and adaptation. But, there is escaping from the harmful effects that stress can have on the body, especially our hormones. If you are a busy person, or have high stress in your life, and suffer with problems like acne, fatigue, period problems and mood changes, make sure you read this.
5 Nutrients Often Missing In Vegan Diets
5 Reasons Drinking More Water Will Change Your Life
What Causes Eczema and What Can I Do About It?
Treating Eczema Naturally: What Foods Cause Eczema?
Why I Love Treating Acne
The Common Misdiagnosis of PCOS
Nearly one in four women are diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). But how many of those diagnoses are accurate? We often treat women who have been walking around with a PCOS diagnosis when it’s been given based on ultrasound only, and in circumstances where polycystic ovaries would be expected to be seen (like post pill use, or in teenage girls). If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS or know someone who has, make sure they read this.
When To Get Your Hormones Tested
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then hormone testing is worth a year in guesswork when it comes to acne. It’s important that hormone testing is done at the right time of your cycle though, otherwise these results can be seemingly pointless in revealing a hormonal imbalance. Here’s when to get all hormones related to acne tested.
