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With renowned actress, Naomi Watts, revealing the shame and isolation that accompanied her early menopause diagnosis, it's time to blow the lid off a topic that's been left in the dark for too long. Many women report starting menopause as early as their 20s and 30s – but what’s the cause of this early start? Read on to find out what the causes are, plus join us as we dive into Watts' all-too-common experience with the condition.

Hashimoto’s disease is one of many autoimmune conditions springing up in increasing numbers in recent years – the reason? Inflammation. We’ll be unpacking what this disorder actually entails, along with sharing 5 of the key signs and symptoms to look out for.

Hot flushes, mood swings and irritability – you’ve probably heard frequently of these notorious signs of menopause, but there are a number of other symptoms which don’t get the airtime they deserve. With World Menopause Day upon us, we decided it’s time to lift the lid on 3 of the less well-known – but equally common – symptoms that are affecting women the world over.

You’ve probably seen buzz around the MTHFR gene mutations cropping up in the news, and for good reason. These mutations can cause a range of issues, from mental health to foetal development. Here’s what you need to know about MTHFR, along with how to reduce the chance of neural tube defects if you're expecting.

If you’ve been struggling with estrogen dominance, you’re likely familiar with the irregular periods, hair loss and bloating – but do you know what’s to blame for your hormonal havoc? We’re here to unpack five of the most common causes of estrogen dominance.

Keeping our hormones in check is a complex a balancing act – if just one piece of the puzzle is out of place, the whole system is thrown off course. Estrogen is one such hormone that can cause a host of unpleasant symptoms when we start producing too much of the stuff – let’s take a look at the signs of estrogen dominance.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome, also known as PCOS, is a widespread condition which can cause a range of symptoms from irregular periods to infertility. But this condition doesn’t just wreak havoc with your ovaries, the symptoms can show up throughout your whole body. We’ll be unpacking a few of the signs you could be dealing with PCOS.

Ever noticed how some days you whizz through your workout, and others you end up throwing in the towel by the halfway point?  It could be the phases of the menstrual cycle at play. Here’s how to make the most of each phase to maximise your dietary and exercise efforts.

Food and your period go hand in hand, which is why your dietary choices can make or break your menstrual health. From keeping your hormones in harmony to fighting those crippling cramps, these are the nutrients you won’t want to skip out on, plus where to find them.

How much do you know about lymphedema? Many people living with this condition aren’t loading up on fried chicken or polishing off blocks of chocolate on the regular – some eat healthily and exercise every day, yet still struggle with that characteristic swelling of their arms and legs. Here’s why.

When we think of menstruation, we tend to think of those blood-soaked days accompanied by cramps and cravings – but this is only the beginning of the menstrual cycle. Your period makes up just one quarter of the stages of the menstrual cycle – let’s take a look at the other stages and what they mean for your health.

You may be wondering if it’s safe to take on the 8-Week Program while breastfeeding – we’re here to unpack why it’s not only safe, but beneficial to give sugar the slip during this stage.