by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 9, 2021 | PCOS, Women's Health
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinological disorder in women. It is one of the leading causes of infertility worldwide. It can affect 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. How Does Metformin Help PCOS? Above all, it is used to treat the symptoms...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 9, 2021 | Women's Health
Metformin is a medication that you prescribe for insulin resistance. It’s approved by the FDA to treat diabetes and has an orphan approval for the treatment of insulin resistance associated with PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome. But many have wondered: is metformin...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 9, 2021 | Gut Health
Did you know that avocado oil has a plethora of benefits? We’ve heard for years how avocados can be beneficial to us, so it only makes sense that avocado oil has its own set of secret benefits as well. Let’s discuss the many ways we can use avocado oil and all...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 8, 2021 | Women's Health
Did you know that osteoporosis affects one in three women over the age of 50, and one in five men? But, there is a natural treatment for osteoporosis. With osteoporosis, you’ve lost enough bone density that you have an increased risk of fracturing your bones....
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 8, 2021 | PCOS
Can you have polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, if your hormone levels are normal? Is PCOS a hormone imbalance? PCOS is a metabolic disorder that can affect your hormones. Metabolic disorders negatively alter your body’s processing and distribution of...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 8, 2021 | Hypothalamus
You may be familiar with insulin resistance. But in case you need a refresher, here is a snapshot. Insulin resistance is when your cells do not allow insulin to lock into its receptor site. This can increase blood glucose and can lead to diabetes and metabolic...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 8, 2021 | Hypothalamus
Have you ever wondered if your hypothalamus may be out of balance? If so, there are several symptoms of hypothalamus problems to look out for in order to know if your hypothalamus needs balancing. In case you didn’t know, your hypothalamus is a small gland in...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 7, 2021 | Menopause, Women's Health
When you’re suffering from the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, insomnia, and mood swings) you’ll do anything to feel better. Unfortunately, treating just these symptoms will not help the root of the issue. The ultimate goal when you’re going through...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | Jun 2, 2021 | Autoimmunity
This topic has been up for debate for what seems like ages. But, the question still remains: Are artificial sweeteners safe? The short answer is that science doesn’t always agree. Let’s dive in and talk about the possible effects of artificial sweeteners...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | May 26, 2021 | Hypothalamus
Studies prove that birth control pill side effects include hypothalamus shrinkage. I find it interesting that research has finally proven what I’ve seen for over twenty years. Many women who have a long history of birth control pill use end up with some...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | May 24, 2021 | Women's Health
How the Mediterranean diet can help keep your hormones balanced. Studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest diets. It reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and increases longevity. But the Mediterranean diet is also...
by Deborah Maragopoulos FNP | May 19, 2021 | Menopause, Perimenopause
Can menopause cause shortness of breath? Yes — menopause can contribute to shortness of breath through several distinct hormonal mechanisms, though it is important to note that shortness of breath always warrants medical evaluation to rule out cardiac and pulmonary...