Iodine and Hashimoto’s, Fertility and Pregnancy Doses: What You Need to Know

Iodine—it’s the most controversial of nutrients when it relates to thyroid function and Hashimoto’s disease. On the one hand, we know that iodine deficiency leads to epidemics of goitre in areas where the nutrient is not available, but alternatively, the taking of iodine may have some risks if not implemented in the most optimal way. …

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Chemicals and Hormones – Why We Should Be Worried

Our hormonal system is such a complex machine. It contains a variety of hormones including insulin, thyroxin, cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA. All of these hormones engage in complex interactions with each other, working via lock and key mechanisms, affecting the function and structure of our bodies. It’s helpful to think of each of …

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Premature Births Prevented by Omega-3 DHA – Dr Fiona McCulloch

Premature birth is the number one cause of serious health problems in infants. A study released at the University of Kansas Medical Centre has determined that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), one of the omega-3 fatty acids, can actually reduce the risk of a women giving birth very prematurely. In this study, 350 women were given 200mg …

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Natural Fertility Boosters for Luteal Phase Defect

The luteal phase is the stage of a woman’s cycle beginning at the time of ovulation and ending when the menses begin. During this time, the follicle undergoes its dramatic transformation into the corpus luteum, which will secrete predominantly progesterone. The distinct shift in the hormonal climate during the luteal phase alters the structure of …

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