Is PCOS an Autoimmune Disease?
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition in women characterized by chronic high testosterone levels and an anovulatory state, meaning not ovulating regularly. The imbalance of estrogen to progesterone in people with PCOS seems to stimulate the hyper-reaction...
The Link Between PCOS and Insulin Resistance
Research has proven that PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is linked to insulin resistance. It is believed that insulin resistance in people with PCOS is caused by the underlying problems contributing to polycystic ovary syndrome. In this blog post, we are going to...
Can Hormones Cause Weight Gain?
Can hormones cause weight gain? Yes, if they’re out of balance. Hormones are essential to life. But when they’re out of balance, your metabolism is affected. And that means you can gain weight. First, Unopposed estrogen can cause water weight. Especially if you’re...
How do I talk to my same-sex partner about menopause?
Menopause happens to every woman. And if you’re in a relationship with a same-sex partner, eventually, you’ll both go through the change. Let’s discuss how you can talk to your same-sex partner about menopause and how you may experience it differently. First,...
What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects 10% of women of reproductive age. Polycystic ovary syndrome is characterized by high male hormone levels and low progesterone levels, which leaves estrogen unopposed. Usually PCOS is first diagnosed...
The Signs and Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue | Hormone Health
So what are the signs and symptoms of adrenal fatigue? Let’s find out. Adrenal Fatigue is a condition where your adrenals are overworked and not producing enough adrenal hormones, particularly cortisol, but also DHEA and aldosterone. The signs and symptoms...
Does the Hypothalamus Control Emotions?
Your hypothalamus is integral in your emotional response. Your emotions are mediated in a part of the brain called the limbic system and that includes your hypothalamus. The limbic system is a complex set of interconnected brain areas that integrate information...
How to Heal Your Hypothalamus Gland
Your hypothalamus is a small gland in your brain weighing about four grams. It sits right above your brainstem and it directs all of your vital systems. Your hypothalamus maintains homeostasis in your body and directs all your hormones. It directs your immune function...
The Importance of Gut Health
Why is it important for your gut to be healthy? And especially, how does your gut health affect your hormones? Focusing on gut health is very popular now. With the majority of the focus being on making sure that you have enough probiotics in your diet. But...
Covid and Your Hypothalamus (Long Haul Covid)
Did you know that your hypothalamus can be severely affected by Covid? And that is why you may have debilitating symptoms long after you’ve recovered from the virus — otherwise known as Long Haul Covid. Early in the pandemic, I joined a Covid survivor’s social...
Why does stress cause hair loss? And 3 Easy Steps To Recover!
Stress-Related Hair Loss: Why It Happens Have you noticed increased shedding a few months after a stressful event? Stress-related hair loss is more common than most women realize. When your body stays in fight-or-flight mode, cortisol rises, hormones shift, and hair...The Hormone Queen®
Deborah Maragopoulos FNP
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