Acne is not as simple as it seems and many factors in your daily life might be contributing to it. Some of the reasons why you are getting breakouts may be caused by stress, diet, hormone fluctuations, gut bacteria dysbiosis, or products you may be using on your skin.
Cortisol is a hormone made by our adrenal glands. It impacts other hormones like progesterone and thyroid function. A key hormone that plays a vital role in our stress levels. Read on to learn about Cortisol and Women’s Hormone Balance What is cortisol? The primary stress hormone. It helps the body deal with stressful situations […]
Androgens and Women’s Health- so what are they!? Androgens are a class of “male-hormones.” Despite their name, women have androgens too, just in smaller amounts than men. A healthy balance of androgenic hormones is important as a deficiency or excess can result in unwanted symptoms. When androgen levels are out of range, it can lead […]
Choosing a Non-hormonal Birth Control That’s Right For You Choosing the right birth control for your body can be challenging. To make life just a little bit easier, I want to give you a rundown of some non-hormonal birth control options and talk about the benefits and downfalls of each. Reasons women choose to avoid […]
Bile is a sludge-like substance made in the liver, then stored in the gallbladder, and released by the hormone cholecystokinin (CCK). Bile plays many important roles in our hormone and digestive health. It helps prevent bacterial overgrowth and acts as the natural detox.
Happy Holidays from all of us at Functional Fueling Nutrition! This time of year is my personal favorite. I love gifting others, spending time with family, and enjoying some yummy treats. If you are in search of the best products for a special someone in your life, or yourself, I have got you covered! Our […]