Did you know that the Metabolic Balance programme is great for any women suffering from PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)?
One of the main problems of PCOS is a disordered insulin metabolism, which makes it easier to gain weight weight and more difficult to lose it. Other issues include hirsutism (increased facial hair) and sometimes poor skin [...]
The idea that nutrient deficiencies could play a part in the development and treatment of eating disorders was first put forward in 1979. Of particular interest was the mineral zinc, as researchers noticed that the symptoms of anorexia and zinc deficiency were very similar in a number of respects. The symptoms of both zinc deficiency [...]
A number of studies suggest that those prone to anorexia or bulimia nervosa have a special dietary need for tryptophan, which is an amino acid precursor for the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin is essential for good sleep and mood as well as appetite control.
One can develop a sub-optimal level of serotonin for a number of reasons. [...]
Our immune system is constantly on alert fighting off bacteria, bugs and infections. If we are a bit run down, tired, or stressed, or if our diets are lacking in nutrients we can easily come down with a cold. With this cold weather, it can be harder to keep winter bugs at bay, and it [...]
An essential step in balancing female hormones is avoiding exposure to xenoestrogens. Xenoestrogens are oestrogen-like chemicals found in plastics, some chemicals and pesticides and have an effect on hormonal balance. In the wild this has been clearly demonstrated with some fish, for example, now growing both male and female sex organs. A number of steps [...]
Fertility is multi-factorial, so there are many things that can affect your ability to conceive. What you eat, nutritional deficiencies, excess toxicity and lifestyle all have a dramatic effect on the health of your reproductive system.
However, one substance that is definitely worth avoiding if trying to conceive is alcohol. It is toxic to the reproductive [...]
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