The food we eat impacts our cells, tissues, and hormones. Ultimately, our entire bodies become the result of what we eat. Nutrient-dense foods contain information from vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, protein, and fiber transmitted throughout our bodies to keep us healthy. Hormonal imbalances affect women in different ways and the types of symptoms that they […]
Category Archives: Women
When I heard the term “scrunchy momma,” I was highly tickled. A melding of the words “crunchy” and “silky” moms (one inclined to use nature-based babycare while the other not so much), I’ve found this term quite fitting as I reflect on this past year of life as a mom. As my daughter turns one, […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. It is a time to raise awareness and educate the public about mental health and illness and the importance of early treatment. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, mental illnesses are common in the United States, with nearly one in five U.S. adults […]
1. Please introduce yourself. What do you want to know? I’m Victoria Moran, and I live in New York City with my husband, William Melton, our rescue dog, Forbes, and rescue pigeon, Thunder. I’ve written since I was a kid, starting with writing about rock groups for teen magazines. I got into my first Beatles […]
Oshun Hunter is a Board Holistic Health Practitioner and Menstrual Cycle Coach who specializes in helping women take control of their hormones and menstrual health. Some people call me the “Womb Priestess”. I believe that every woman has within her the power to naturally reclaim her health, authentic beauty and wellness. My goal isn’t just […]
Late one night, I was scrolling on Instagram and came across a mom’s page. The white letters on a black background boldly read “Touched Out.” I had never heard of that term; however, it struck my core. It was a phrase that had eluded me, one I had never heard but never knew I would […]
So many women suffer from acne when they are on their period. It can wreak havoc on one’s self-esteem, often causing an internal war against the body. If acne seems to come on a week or two before your period, your hormones may be responsible. Higher levels of testosterone and cortisol trigger oil-producing glands to […]
Deon Hall-Garriques is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Holistic Health Coach from the Institute of Integrated Nutrition and co-author of the best-selling book, “Building Beyond the 9 to 5”. She is the founder & CEO of Deon’s Wellness Wagon, where she coaches and educates women on health and nutrition. She is an expert in women’s […]
Harnessing Your Menstrual Powers: Creating Success for the Savvy CEO Did you know that there is a relationship between your menstrual cycle and the seasons? Just as the earth goes through cycles of growth and dormancy, so does your body. By understanding and flowing with the inner seasons of your menstrual cycle, you can optimize […]
Understanding the Relationship Between Heavy Periods and Low Iron Do you have heavy periods? You’re not alone. About one-third of women experience heavy periods at some point in their lives. Many women may not realize how much heavy periods, also known as menorrhagia, can affect healthy iron levels in the body. This article will discuss […]