periods Archives • Alison Mitchell Naturopath

Hypothalamic Amenorrhoea – When your periods go AWOL

12th March 2025

Understanding and treating missing periods naturally. Hypothalamic Amenorrhoea (HA) is a condition you may have been hearing about more frequently lately. Despite being a bit of a mouthful to pronounce,…

PCOS and Oestrogen: The Hidden Hormonal Imbalance You Need to Know About

15th October 2024

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is often thought of as a testosterone-related condition, but did you know that oestrogen plays a significant role too? In women with PCOS, the extended follicular phase leads to prolonged exposure to oestrogen, contributing to common symptoms like heavy periods, breast tenderness, and mood swings. In this blog post, we explore how hormonal imbalances—including low progesterone, aromatisation of testosterone to oestrogen, and increased sensitivity to oestrogen—affect those with PCOS. Plus, we look at how endocrine disruptors like BPA can worsen these symptoms.

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Hypothalamic Amenorrhoea – When your periods go AWOL

PCOS and Oestrogen: The Hidden Hormonal Imbalance You Need to Know About

Endometriosis- Natural Management Options

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Heavy Periods

Busting the PCOS Myths

Choosing the right products for that time of the month.

PMS

Endometriosis

Eating trans-fats increases your risk for Endometriosis

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