Why Can’t you Lose Weight on the Pill?

Why Can’t you Lose Weight on the Pill? 💊 Causes: 1. Stress: Chronic stress can lead to an overproduction of cortisol, which can disrupt the balance of other hormones. 2. Poor Diet: Consuming high levels of sugar, processed foods, and unhealthy fats can affect hormone production and regulation. 3. Chronic Illnesses: Conditions like diabetes, thyroid […]
Hormonal IUD vs. Copper IUD
Did you know there are different forms of IUD’s? If so, did you know the differences between them and their mechanisms of action? Take a look at this graphic. It compares the hormonal IUD to the copper IUD. My best tip is that IUD’s DO NOT fix your period. So, if you have an […]
Types of Birth Contol

Here are a few birth control options: Hormonal Birth Control: Combo pill which contains synthetic estrogen and progesterone. These pills can be monophasic (same amount of hormones throughout the cycle), biphasic (hormones change in the 2nd half of the cycle) or triphasic (hormones change 3 times during the cycle) Mini pill which contains synthetic progesterone called […]
Types of Birth Control

Here are some common types of birth control: Hormonal Birth Control: Combo pill which contains synthetic estrogen and progesterone. These pills can be monophasic (same amount of hormones throughout the cycle), biphasic (hormones change in the 2nd half of the cycle) or triphasic (hormones change 3 times during the cycle) Mini pill which contains synthetic progesterone […]