women’s health
Snack
We like to snack. In fact, we’re going to encourage it! Yup, you read that correctly. We’re encouraging you to snack it up! But not just any old snack will do. We’re talking about snacking on stairs. Stairs? Let me explain… A new study by Canadian researchers found that climbing stairs at short intervals throughout the…
Read MoreHormone Imbalance & Seniors
We’ve unpacked a lot of causes, signs, and symptoms of hormone imbalance throughout every phase of life. We thought it appropriate to save the last installment of this series for the generation who is now enjoying their twilight years. As far as imbalances go, there may not be as many, per se, as you age…
Read MoreHormone Imbalance & Teens
They’re moody. They’re mouthy. They’re dramatic. They know everything. They stay in their room all day. They stink. Literally. Teenagers get a (not totally undeserved) bad rap. The thing is, teenagers are incredibly complex — but simple — and intricately designed creatures created by a masterful Designer, hormones and all. Ah yes. Hormones. Of course,…
Read MoreHormone Imbalance & Women
Last week, we barely scratched the surface of the topic of hormone imbalance. This week, we’re going to dive in a little deeper to find out how hormone imbalance can affect women in particular. We already know that hormones are manufactured in the endocrine glands and that they are essentially messengers that make their way…
Read MoreOne in Eight
It seems as though every month there’s something to be aware of. This month is no different. I bet you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but did you know that it’s also Down Syndrome Awareness, and National Spina Bifida Awareness Month, to name a few? Actually, in October alone, there are over…
Read MorePMS 101
Gentlemen, this post is (primarily) for you: If know a woman, you’ve been affected by PMS. It gets blamed for a plethora of unwelcomed emotions, feelings, and pain, mostly because it IS responsible for a plethora of unwelcomed emotions, feelings, and pain. If you were never properly educated about the realities, or you’ve ever thought…
Read MoreTaboo!
As if we need another reason to love the newest royal couple, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, the beloved Prince Harry and Meghan have joined their royal forces to shed light on the issue of menstrual hygiene. That might seem like a taboo subject for HRH Harry and The Duchess, but that’s exactly why…
Read MoreHiding in Plain Sight
The thyroid is an immensely vital hormonal gland that plays a major role in the metabolism, growth, and maturation of the human body. It’s part of an intricate network of glands called the endocrine system. It helps to regulate many body functions by constantly and steadily releasing hormones into the bloodstream. The thyroid gland is…
Read MoreIntroducing FUNCTIONAL HEALTH with JOYCE GIBB!
In the months since Joe’s passing, we’ve been working hard to find ways to continue to bring the same wisdom and advice to our fans and customers. It wasn’t easy figuring out what to do next, which is why we are so pleased to announce a major piece of what we’ve been working on! FUCNTIONAL…
Read MoreHeadaches – Part Two
Headaches are one of the most commonly experienced forms of pain. Everyone can relate to having a headache that distracts from work, interrupts family time or leaves you flat on your back in a dark room. In this series, we’re going to look at the various different types of headaches (primary and secondary) and what…
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