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 […]
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 […]
🤔Ever thought of this? Here’s how your gut microbiome affects metabolism (and why to fix it!): 1️⃣ Glucose Metabolism An altered gut microbiome can increase the amount of insulin released in response to blood glucose, a pattern associated with insulin resistance. 2️⃣ Ghrelin Production An altered gut microbiome can increase the secretion […]
Preeclampsia occurs when a pregnant woman has high blood pressure and elevated protein levels in her urine. If left untreated, it can escalate into eclampsia.
Dr. Erin Ellis is a Naturopathic Doctor in Gilbert AZ, specializing in women’s health, hormone replacement therapy, thyroid health and holistic healing.