Tag: hormones

The Seven Dwarfs of Menopause

Itchy   Witchy   Sweaty   Sleepy   Bloated   Forgetful   Moody Do you relate to one (or all!) of these Dwarfs? Menopause can be a difficult time for women … hot flushes, night sweats, poor sleep, weight gain, mood swings, depression, poor memory.  As hormone production ceases, these symptoms can occur. But did you know, with adequate support, Read More …

Insomnia!

Do you find it difficult to get to sleep? Or do you wake in the middle of the night and lie awake for hours? In NSW 1 in 5 are chronically sleep deprived. Not having enough sleep affects us on so many levels – our work, relationships, quality of life. There are many reasons for Read More …

RESEARCH ON HOMEOPATHY

There has been a lot of talk in the media recently about homeopathy and research. Unlike many herbal medicines or nutritional supplements, it is difficult to have homeopathy researched through double blind, controlled studies. This is because, with Homeopathy, one remedy is chosen out of thousands that matches the symptoms of the individual.  For example, Read More …

Hormones Out Of Balance?

Do you suffer from: * irregular or heavy periods  * weight gain * fluid retention                        * low libido * breast tenderness               * sleep disturbances * headaches                            * foggy head * mood swings                        * thinning of scalp hair?  If the answer is YES to some or all of these you could have symptoms of oestrogen dominance (and progesterone Read More …

Why We Need Sleep

Sleep allows the body to recuperate and repair so it is not surprising that inadequate sleep, particularly over a period of time, can affect us negatively.  Lack of sleep can lead to: * changes in glucose regulation * changes in blood pressure * altered cognitive function  * poor immune function * hormonal changes  * increased Read More …