Though coronavirus remains a major concern for most people, it’s important to remember that we need to still be taking precautions against the flu (influenza) as well. First, you need to be aware that the flu virus can incubate anywhere from two to fourteen days. By now, we’re very familiar with this idea, because the coronavirus functions the same way.
When going through menopause, you may think your hormones are bottoming out and you shouldn’t have issues with breast pain. That’s not true.
Where are you in the change of life? And do you have any idea how long it’s going to be before you enter the next phase?
Many women complain of menopause memory loss. Do you forget why you walked into a room, names, bills? It can start as early as perimenopause.
You may find that going through irritable bowel syndrome and menopause will change your symptoms if you’ve suffered from IBS before.
Most women know that once they go through menopause, their sleep habits may change. Insomnia is an incredibly common menopause problem.
Adrenal fatigue is real. It’s when your adrenal glands become so overworked from chronic stress that they can no longer keep up with normal daily functioning. The adrenals are small glands that...
You have many hormones that can contribute to weight gain. Of these, cortisol imbalance is a major factor. Have you heard of the "pear-shaped" body versus the "apple" body? If you have a...
Maybe you’ve heard of cortisol as the hormone that causes belly fat. Maybe you’ve been under the impression that cortisol is bad. Well, I’m here to tell you that there are no bad hormones, only...
If you want to know why cortisol makes you sick, then this article can help. Welcome back to my blog! Today, I'm going to talk all about your cortisol and why it may make you feel sick and what...
If you’ve been diagnosed with adrenal fatigue, do you know what you can do to help heal your adrenals? Your adrenal glands are making organs that produce many types of hormones. Hormones that...
Are you suffering from adrenal fatigue? If you pay attention to these signs of adrenal fatigue, you’ll be able to get the help you need. Wired and Tired Your adrenals control your stress response...
If you are wondering how to improve your immune system by helping your gut, I wrote this article with you in mind. We are going to talk about how you can actually improve your immunity by healing...
If you want to know how your gut affects your hormones, then this is the article, for you! Today I'm going to teach you how your digestion, your gut, your gastrointestinal tract affect your...
Perimenopausal, tired, and overweight, Cindy drove 300 miles to come and see me. She complained of the usual perimenopausal symptoms of fatigue, irritability, hot flashes, weight gain, and no sex...
You are what you eat... literally. You know that protein builds muscle and that carbohydrates are energy foods, but did you know that every chemical you make, every hormone, every...
Remember, your gut is your second brain. And it influences the brain in your head. Mitch came to me with severe anxiety. He had been suffering from panic attacks, insomnia, and generalized anxiety...
Your liver is one of the most hard-working organs in your body. The liver is responsible for detoxifying everything you put into your bodies as well as packaging up your used up hormones for...
Sacred Seven® is the secret sauce in Genesis Gold®. Some people need both to get back in balance. I take both as I’m going through menopause.
Breast implant illness can affect your hypothalmus. Let’s talk about the hypothalamus’ connection to BII, and what you can do about it.
You may be familiar with insulin resistance, but in case you need a refresher, here’s the gisInsulin resistance is when your cells do not allow insulin to lot: ck into its receptor site. This increases blood glucose, and can lead to diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Your pancreas has to work harder making more insulin, which leads to type two diabetes.
Have you ever wondered if your hypothalamus may be out of balance? There are several symptoms of hypothalamus problems to look out for.
Women who have a long history of birth control pill use end up having some sort of side effects including hypothalamic dysfunction.
If you're familiar with my work at all, you know that I talk about the hypothalamus a lot. And that's because it is so important in keeping your hormones in harmony because your hypothalamus is...
Are artificial sweeteners safe? Science doesn’t always agree. Let’s talk about the possible effects of artificial sweeteners on your health.
Do you know how to protect yourself and your family from contracting COVID-19? I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to protect yourself so I’d like to share with you my personal...
There has been a lot of news on this novel coronavirus dubbed COVID-19. I am not an epidemiologist, yet with my area of expertise in neuro-immune-endocrinology or your body’s internal...
I just consulted with my first coronavirus patient this week. Because we’re on lockdown this was a phone consult. I could hear his wife coughing in the background. So it became a family consult....
Woke up to more continuous rain. Now I’m not complaining – here in Southern California we need every blessed drop. But it does reflect the mood around these parts... Looks like we’re going to be...
Here in California, we have two distinct allergy seasons. One in the spring and one in the fall. Spring allergies seem to begin when the first daffodil blooms and since the shift in weather, it’s...
Studies show that birth control pills do shrink your hypothalamus. I find it really interesting. I've been working with the hypothalamus and hormone disorders for over twenty years, and I've seen...
Did you know that your children are within you? Literally! Fetal cells exist within mothers apparently for life. We’ve known this since the 19th century when a German scientist studying...
It may seem impossible to get pregnant with PCOS - PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome. But let me assure you that it is possible! You just need to get your hormones in balance first. I have had many...
Postpartum depression is a very difficult thing. Postpartum depression or PPD affects one out of five mothers. Sometimes PPD is called the baby blues. PPD can be incredibly damaging for the...
There are three natural alternatives to metformin. Chromium, Botanicals, and Berberine act as safe replacements. Let’s dive into the details.
Your hypothalamus controls reproduction including your periods and your fertility. Your hypothalamus also controls your thyroid, adrenals, and insulin production which all affect your menstrual...
Though coronavirus remains a major concern for most people, it’s important to remember that we need to still be taking precautions against the flu (influenza) as well. First, you need to be aware that the flu virus can incubate anywhere from two to fourteen days. By now, we’re very familiar with this idea, because the coronavirus functions the same way.
When going through menopause, you may think your hormones are bottoming out and you shouldn’t have issues with breast pain. That’s not true.
Where are you in the change of life? And do you have any idea how long it’s going to be before you enter the next phase?
Many women complain of menopause memory loss. Do you forget why you walked into a room, names, bills? It can start as early as perimenopause.
You may find that going through irritable bowel syndrome and menopause will change your symptoms if you’ve suffered from IBS before.
Most women know that once they go through menopause, their sleep habits may change. Insomnia is an incredibly common menopause problem.
Genesis Gold is a foundational hypothalamic formula – which means it not only supports optimal hypothalamus function which balances hormones, it helps support optimal cellular metabolism.
And when the body gets what it needs to function optimally- there are side effects of healing.
The most common side effects are associated with detoxification.
Genesis Gold® ingredients include plant-based nutrients designed to support optimal hypothalamus functioning and hormonal balance.
Perhaps you need to do some sleep training. I’ve been helping my daughter sleep train my infant granddaughter. The baby sleep training system we’re using takes 14 days – because that’s how long it takes to set a new habit – for infants and adults. Responding only to crying at regulated times but NOT getting her out of bed, allowing her to put herself to sleep is key.
You have seen it. You may have it. You may not like it. If you are a man it is not good for you... Women can tolerate much more body fat and stay healthy. Women are the survivors. That extra body...
If you want to know what you need to do to metabolize your testosterone safely, whether you are a man or a woman, then you will want to keep reading. Today, I'm going to show you how to metabolize...
Your thyroid is a small gland located below your Adam’s apple that produces hormones that control your metabolism. Low thyroid hormone production leads to low energy, high...
I’ve been writing about surviving this pandemic from as soon as we locked down in mid March. I’ve been following the medical research, watching stats, trying to determine the best way to protect...
As an Intuitive Integrative Nurse Practitioner, I do more than help my patients get their hormones in balance. When you’re hormones are out of whack, your whole life is out of whack. You can’t...
Oh, yes, there are many gifts of going through the change. I’m not just talking about no longer fussing over periods or worrying about getting pregnant. I’m talking about soul gifts. It’s the...
Most of us make New Years resolutions. Promises to make changes... lose weight, make more money, get organized, be happier. Many of us make the same resolutions every year. And for a couple of...
Now more than ever, we are experiencing the growing pains of change. Yet we hang onto the old like a worn-out lifeline. It is human nature to fear change, yet change is part of life. What makes us...
I have been encouraging my patients to literally clean out their closets. When they have felt stuck, reliving old issues over and over again, seemingly making no progress, I encourage them to see...
If you want to know how to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain and still enjoy the holidays, then here are my best tips ... https://youtu.be/E63NKzlAXJs When your hormones are out of balance, it’s hard to...
Since my children were young, I called sugar the bane of our modern society. Excess consumption of sugar causes so many diseases - obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cavities, malnutrition, adrenal...
If you‘re trying to get in shape for the summer but it’s just too hot—Then check out my three essential tips to get the most benefit out of your workouts so you can keep in shape in-spite of the...
Did you know being sedentary is one of the biggest factors in all disease and leads to early death? As a woman, your health is is directly related to your activity level. Let’s talk about...
Is the ketogenic diet is healthy? First, I want you to understand what the ketogenic diet is. It is basically a very low carbohydrate, fat based diet. Usually about five percent (5%) of...
Are you blinded by the scale? For years, I had the same feeling, and for over two decades, I suffered from an eating disorder. My husband would wonder if I woke up with “fit or fat eyes” because...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinological disorder in women. How Does Metformin Help PCOS? Read to find out!
In this article, I am going to talk about the best diet for preventing PCOS, and the best diet tips for PCOS. Hi, I'm Deborah Maragopoulos, an intuitive integrative family nurse practitioner. I'm...
Ever wonder what might be the cause of your PCOS? Well, we are going to go over the three main causes so that you understand a little bit better, in our ongoing blog topic: PCOS. Primarily, it is...
I would like to tell you about the natural treatment for PCOS. So, you can treat PCOS naturally and not actually have to be dependent on medications for PCOS. PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome,...
It may seem impossible to get pregnant with PCOS - PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome. But let me assure you that it is possible! You just need to get your hormones in balance first. I have had many...
Polycystic ovary syndrome is characterized by irregular periods. Conventional medicine uses birth control pills (BCPs) to regulate your periods and try and prevent wasting your eggs, but BCPs have...
Are you tired, run-down, gaining weight? Do you suffer from brain fog, low motivation, constipation? Finally, after all these years living with a sluggish metabolism has your blood panel revealed...
Your thyroid controls your metabolism - how much energy your cells make. Hypothyroidism means your thyroid is not producing enough thyroid hormone. If you don’t have enough thyroid hormone, you...
Your thyroid is a small gland located below your Adam’s apple that produces hormones that control your metabolism. Low thyroid hormone production leads to low energy, high...
Hormones affect your thyroid function especially estrogen. The dramatic shifts of pregnancy and menopause put women at greater risk for thyroid disorders and the risk increases with age. The risk...
If you want to know how to treat thyroiditis naturally, including autoimmune hypothyroidism, or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, then this video is for you! If you’re ready to get on the path to optimal...
If you want to know if you might have thyroiditis, autoimmune hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Then this video is for you. Make sure to subscribe so I can help you get your hormones in...
We can treat and deal with menopausal insomnia. It’s one of the most aggravating symptoms that women experience during menopause.
Is Berberine an effective alternative to metformin? In this post, we’ll talk about how Berberine works to treat insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinological disorder in women. How Does Metformin Help PCOS? Read to find out!
Metformin is prescribed for insulin resistance. It has FDA approval to treat diabetes and insulin resistance from PCOS. But is metformin safe?
Osteoporosis affects one in three women over the age of 50, and one in five men. Thankfully, there is a natural treatment for osteoporosis.
Is PCOS a hormone imbalance? It is a metabolic disorder that can affect your hormones. These disorders are rooted in hypothalamic dysfunction.
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