Hormonal acne is triggered by changes in hormone levels, especially during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause. The main culprit is an increase in androgens (like testosterone), which can make your skin produce more oil. This extra oil clogs pores and leads to acne. Stress and poor sleep can also worsen hormonal imbalances, leading to breakouts. […]
Estrogen dominance occurs when estrogen levels become too high relative to progesterone, causing several issues in the body, including weight gain. Here’s how this imbalance can contribute to gaining weight: 1️⃣ Slows Down Metabolism Excess estrogen can reduce your body’s ability to burn calories, causing your metabolism to slow down. This can lead to weight […]
✨ Foods that help you sleep ✨ I don’t recommend eating right before bed. It can disrupt digestion, slow your metabolism, and contribute to weight gain. But if you find yourself feeling hungry early in the evening and want a snack that will support better sleep, here are some backed by science: […]
Five Hormones Affected by Poor Sleep: Sleep is crucial for your survival, and your mental, and physical health. If you cut down on sleep to fit more in your day, you will wreak havoc on your hormones, and if you are trying to lose weight, it will affect your weight loss goals in the process. […]
Patients come to us because of weight gain, hormonal changes, or digestive problems, but the vast majority also struggle with fatigue.
Dr. Erin Ellis is a Naturopathic Doctor in Gilbert AZ, specializing in women’s health, hormone replacement therapy, thyroid health and holistic healing.