It feels like you're getting the flu. You're achy, feverish, exhausted. Your glands feel swollen. You feel like you're coming down with something. But then your period starts, and suddenly you're...
A massive new study just followed over 88,000 adults for years and discovered something shocking: night light exposure in your bedroom at night - your phone charging, your alarm clock, the...
You've had all the tests. Your ovaries look fine. Your tubes are open. Your hormones look normal. Your partner's sperm is fine. The doctors call it 'unexplained infertility.' But here's what...
If you've been diagnosed with PCOS, you've probably been told it's an ovarian problem. Your ovaries are making too much testosterone. They're forming cysts. They're not ovulating properly. But...
A Clinical Case Study on Metabolism, Insulin Resistance & Body Composition Nancy was forty pounds overweight. She had been struggling with her weight since college. By her mid-forties, there...
You're eating less. You're exercising more. You're doing everything 'right.' But the scale won't budge. Or worse, you're gaining weight. Here's what nobody's telling you: when your hormones are...
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,...
Adrenal fatigue means you’re not producing enough levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Unfortunately, adrenal fatigue can cause hair loss.
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. But treating adrenal fatigue...
Maybe you’ve heard of cortisol as the hormone that causes belly fat. Maybe you’ve been under the impression that cortisol is bad. Is cortisol bad? Well, I’m here to tell you that there are no bad...
Cortisol Illness. 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...
Ok, what about those hormone partners? Well, Cortisol has a partner too. It’s DHEA. DHEA follows cortisol like a puppy. If your cortisol is high, then your DHEA is too. If your cortisol bottoms...
What are fast remedies to combat heartburn, GERD, and acid reflux? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/zMMS7WqxL2I?si=2_1Z6FP6qCgdosKW Gastrointestinal reflux disease or GERD is acid reflux from...
How does alcohol impact your gut health? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/tbM3ZPkrFns?si=sOhGkAqyAcueoc4Q Alcohol has been well studied in terms of its effect on your health, including...
Is colon cleansing good for your gut health? Let's talk about. https://youtu.be/rVmeb0r1ZoY?si=r5wY_hFDxNR8Qs8x Colon cleansing is quite popular. It basically consists of enemas or water flushes...
What is the relationship between your gut microbiome and arthritis? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/-XtSXrpsOrg?si=-aybm5w-yvLnUrkb There’s a growing body of evidence that your gut...
How does your gut microbiome affect food allergies? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/iluhsrJPAvA?si=JwDaw4m6aYZzSQw1 Your gut microbiome helps you stay healthy. Through the neurological...
Did you know that your gut microbiome influences inflammation systemically? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/06pleeh4K_4?si=eZvWhWW1p3a-i7cx In the past few years, science has shown that the...
I get asked constantly: Deborah, if you could only take three supplements for hormone balance, what would they be? Today, I'm answering that question. These are the three I personally take and...
Are you unable to fall asleep—or stay asleep through the night? Do you wake feeling unrefreshed, wired, anxious, or exhausted no matter how early you go to bed? If so, the issue may not be your...
If you're researching hormone supplements, you've probably noticed something. They all claim to balance your hormones. So what makes Genesis Gold® different? Today, I am breaking down the actual...
One hidden hormone decides whether you show up calm and focused or wired and exhausted, and it makes all the difference in your performance. https://youtu.be/X4nEjYP_QsQ I am Deborah Maragopoulos,...
Burnout isn’t a mental weakness. It’s a biological imbalance. You can push through almost anything — until your body pushes back. Burnout isn’t about willpower. It’s about your hormones....
Did you know that people who stay active during the holidays - maintain their exercise regimes, maintain their physical labor, move their bodies - are less likely to get sick when the actual...
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...
How can you treat your allergies naturally? Supporting your hypothalamic immune function and stabilizing your mast cells can help.
How do you treat autoimmunity naturally? Let's talk about it. Your immune system's job is to protect you. But when it's attacking you, that’s called autoimmunity. Your hypothalamus controls your...
If you want to know how autoimmunity affects you and what you can do about it — then this video is for you. Let's discuss autoimmune relief. Make sure to subscribe so I can help you get your...
Your immune system has a mind of its own. Oh, yes, it’s controlled by your hypothalamus - the master gland that controls all your hormones and neurotransmitters. Yet your intelligent immune system...
Your immune system’s job is to protect you. Your bone marrow produces the soldiers. White Blood Cells (W.B.C.). Young W.B.C.s need to be trained. So they go to the thymus for boot camp. Then your...
Is there a connection between infertility and depression? Let's talk about it. When you're having trouble getting pregnant, it can have a lot of psychological impacts. Depression and anxiety are...
Infertility affects 15% of American couples. If you can't achieve pregnancy within 12 months of trying, you need a consult. If you're over the age of 35, do not wait longer than six months before...
Did you know that infertility affects 10% of men. Male fertility wanes with age. If you’re over 40 you have an increased risk of infertility. Male infertility is described as an inability to...
Female infertility affects 20-25% percent of women. Infertility is defined as the inability to get pregnant after at least 12 months of trying to conceive. https://youtu.be/6oAYDu-xhqg The signs...
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...
There are three natural alternatives to metformin. Chromium, Botanicals, and Berberine act as safe replacements. Let’s dive into the details.
Why do menopause symptoms persist even with healthy habits or HRT? Menopause symptoms persist because the hypothalamus—the brain’s hormone control center—becomes dysregulated and is rarely...
Supplement-Induced Liver Toxicity: Why Coordination Matters Why More Is Not Better — and Why Coordination Matters Clinical Context Approximately 27 years ago, a 34-year-old woman (G2P2) presented...
What is the connection between menopause and the hypothalamus? Menopause and the hypothalamus are connected because the hypothalamus regulates temperature, sleep, metabolism, stress response, and...
(And Why Supporting Your Hypothalamus Changes Everything) Menopause is often described as a moment in time—the year your periods stop. But clinically, menopause is a neuro-endocrine transition,...
Postmenopause: Symptoms, Health Risks & Long-Term Care Many women believe menopause is “over” once their periods stop. In reality, postmenopause is a distinct biological phase—one that...
Perimenopause Symptoms: Why You Feel “Off” Before Menopause Perimenopause is often the most confusing and emotionally challenging phase of the change of life. Many women sense that something is...
So how do thyroid hormone and testosterone affect one another? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/pOZXdj5TMFc?si=Tpdu_Qx_gIWfP6DR All hormones are interconnected including thyroid and...
What is the key to vitality and well-being? Hormonal harmony. Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/Jr3Sdi2fHKo?si=gJOXD4qfgTfMEAGI Hormones are biochemical messengers produced by glands in your...
Is colon cleansing good for your gut health? Let's talk about. https://youtu.be/rVmeb0r1ZoY?si=r5wY_hFDxNR8Qs8x Colon cleansing is quite popular. It basically consists of enemas or water flushes...
Can Genesis Gold® be taken every day for your lifetime? Yes! https://youtu.be/_4FPKnHTt10?si=RogADx22nqAqf0tC I designed Genesis Gold® as a foundational hypothalamic nutraceutical to be used daily...
Do you know all the healing benefits from red light therapy? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/MHijgur-Zms?si=-bt_Q0dje4dfhzBR Red light therapy, also known as laser therapy, utilizes...
So what are the causes and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/L1okyfu-8q4?si=bWfSfVqdItt3UBl- Chronic fatigue syndrome also known as myalgic encephalitis...
Are you feeling stuck on your healing journey? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/USl3JQRiw2k?si=Ff1EUxZ61323ewu3 I've been treating patients in my integrative medicine practice since...
Studies show that caretaking increases illness and mortality. How do you keep yourself healthy while caretaking? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/x8EAKi7SIyA?si=BZ7U6rf4TVtg67lJ I recently...
A recent study shows that emotional eating is very common. An analysis of over 5000 adults found that over 20% eat emotionally, with prevalence higher in young white women. ...
What kind of sunscreen is the best — mineral or chemical? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/_ITND-X12_A Overexposure to the sun can induce premature aging and skin cancer. So it’s important...
How can you naturally resolve hormone imbalances? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/arXHObRDpVw As a neuro immune endocrine specialist treating the hormonally challenged for over 30 years, I...
Do hormones affect your eye health? Absolutely. Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/kyxEI-ojioA As you age and your hormones decline and your vision changes. That’s because the shape of your...
If you've ever reached for food when you're not hungry, but cope with stress, you're not alone, and you're not broken. Emotional eating isn't just willpower. It can be hormonal. Let's talk about...
Does Intermittent Fasting Cause Hair Loss? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/bybR1ls2gVE?si=CllSUcQIxL0qIqxa Intermittent fasting has gained global popularity to help with weight loss,...
Do you really need drugs to lose weight? Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/DOjsg5eSN3M?si=1vAjjGpVJVjYDDQl Over 50% of adult Americans are overweight. Obesity is in an epidemic. The GLP-1...
What's the safest method to lose weight naturally? Let’s talk about it. https://youtu.be/CGvpoBBnNK8?si=tjp7KIEPltve2PPY Obesity is endemic. Nearly 40% of US adults are obese. Obesity increases...
What are some non-surgical solutions for the weight issues with polycystic ovary syndrome? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/guCXRV6S9Lg?si=BiSQbgbFrV89FEcU Polycystic ovary syndrome affects...
Why do we gain weight at middle age? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/bCVGZNHnfiU?si=nusaNqwASvEHdwFX If you’re past forty and your waistline is expanding, and your diet and exercise regime...
Dealing with the symptoms of PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) can be daunting. Your hormones are out of balance. You make more estrogen than progesterone because you're not ovulating regularly....
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects about 10% of women. Many of them suffer for years with hirsutism, irregular periods, infertility, acne, obesity, insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, before...
I’ve been asked many times what the best supplements are for PCOS. PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is an imbalance in sex steroids in women. PCOS is characterized by high levels of androgens,...
Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a condition in young women in which they do not ovulate regularly and have high levels of male hormones in their systems. Signs and symptoms of PCOS are a...
Is polycystic ovary syndrome an autoimmune disease?. Polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS is a condition in women that is characterized by chronic high levels of testosterone and an anovulatory state meaning not ovulating regularly.
PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome is linked to insulin resistance. In fact, it is believed that insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome is caused by the underlying mechanisms contributing to polycystic ovary syndrome.
If you have hypothyroidism, let’s talk about how to balance your thyroid hormone naturally. Your thyroid produces hormones that control your metabolism. If you’re tired, run-down, gaining weight,...
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. They control your metabolism. Low thyroid hormone production leads to low energy, high cholesterol, and...
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 this video was helpful, be sure to...
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...
Microplastics are everywhere. Let’s talk about how they’re affecting your hormonal health. https://youtu.be/V_2i_R_0u78?si=Uutrfz6s0stHn3In Microplastics have been found in food, water, and even...
How can you deal with menopausal insomnia naturally? Let's talk about it. https://youtu.be/jiRszDTebMQ?si=msnGDVXiR1WeKupK Insomnia means that you're not able to sleep. Menopausal women suffer...
Let’s talk about the estradiol side effect of blood clots. https://youtu.be/GzkBNZdSguI?si=klkBBQHSz0DDK1yE Of all the side effects that estradiol may have, inducing blood clots is the most...
Let's talk about the estradiol side effect of water retention. https://youtu.be/u9fuqCAQXE8?si=tovtrlS_N0j4jk5t Estradiol is a growth-promoting hormone that also has an amazing effect on your...
Let's talk about the estradiol side effect of anxiety. https://youtu.be/TgS5a161BZs?si=RTINysLvRwIIKU6M Excessive amounts of estrogen, especially unopposed estrogen, may cause anxiety. Without an...
Let's talk about the estradiol side effect of uterine bleeding. https://youtu.be/jF-GJFGzVaE?si=kvQc2Xl7_g8aAt-v Estrogen Estrogen is a growth-promoting hormone, and one of its jobs is to...
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