Berbemycin is a plant alkaloid that naturally addresses diabetes and digestive problems. It was first used in Chinese medicine and Ayurveda medicine and has been proven to have many pharmacological effects including anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial… read more →
Do you eat vegetables to help balance your hormone and estrogen levels? Women who eat a diet rich in cruciferous vegetables are found to have decreased incidences of cardiovascular disease, strokes, cancer and overall better hormone… read more →
If I were to rank the top three complaints that my female patients in their 40’s and 50’s report- increased belly fat is consistently either #1, #2, or #3. Women who throughout their life were… read more →
Hair loss in post-menopausal and peri-menopausal women is most likely related to declining hormone levels. Estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid deficiency are not only associated with hair loss, but also hair changes. Hair may become finer, losing… read more →
Premenstrual Syndrome or otherwise know as PMS-What is it? And what can I do about it? The menstrual cycle is a careful symphony of hormones and biological rhythms that involve the pituitary, adrenals, ovaries, thyroid,… read more →
Probiotics: Finding Mr. or Mrs. Right by Karen Zizzo, NP Finding the right probiotic is very important. Diversity is key here. It’s hard to believe that the gut of a human has over 10,000 different… read more →
Candida albicans is a fungus, which is a form of yeast. Candida is a part of the gut flora, a group of microorganisms that live in the mouth and intestine. When the Candida population starts… read more →
Pump up the volume, pump up the volume: LIPS! CHEEKS! I bet many of you recognize the lyrics from the popular song, and no I know those are NOT the correct lyrics but I can’t… read more →
How many times have you watched TV and critiqued the movie stars who have had “an abundance” of cosmetic procedures and interventions? Their lips look similar to Jessica Rabbit’s, their cheeks are high enough to… read more →
Hormones – can’t live with them, can’t live without them! Hormone excess or hormone deficiencies can wreak havoc on our lives. Even in our youth or prime of life, when everyone thinks our hormones should… read more →