Archive for August 2024
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
September is the time of the year when the awareness around thyroid cancer is in full swing. The focus is on the importance of early detection, ways to prevent it, overall hormonal health, and how to support those affected by the disease. Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer occurs when the cells in the thyroid gland start…
Read MoreChickpea Salad with Vegetables and Tahini for Hormonal and Digestive Health
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chickpeas 1/2 cup diced cucumber 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1/4 thinly sliced red onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons tahini Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: In a large bowl, mix the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion,…
Read MoreCan BHRT Increase Cancer Risk? Separating Myths from Facts
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy or BHRT has been a topic of speculation since it was introduced. Traditional hormone therapy that’s been around for longer has shown a lot of benefits, but has also been linked to some adverse side-effects and the potential of being harmful when used for longer periods of time. Consequentially, when BHRT…
Read MoreOvernight Oats with Hemp Seeds and Berries for Hormonal Health
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats. 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk. 1 tablespoon hemp seeds. 1/2 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries). 1 teaspoon honey. 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Instructions: In a mason jar or bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, hemp seeds, and cinnamon. Stir well to ensure the oats are fully covered with the liquid. Cover…
Read MoreUnderstanding BHRT: How Bioidentical Hormones Differ from Traditional Hormone Therapy
In the past decade, bioidentical hormones and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy have become extremely popular with patients suffering from specific hormonal imbalances. This specific kind of therapy promises better results than traditional treatments, lowering the risk of adverse side effects, and advocates as being safer and more natural overall. Still, the lack of FDA oversight…
Read More