Naturopathic doctors often approach hormone balance through a combination of lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, herbal supplements, and sometimes bio-identical hormone therapy. We may focus on factors such as stress management, adequate sleep, exercise, gut health, and nutrition to support hormone balance.

Hormone labs such as blood tests, DUTCH- -urine tests, and saliva tests can all help give us an idea of how your hormones are behaving.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal imbalance common among women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may have infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods or excess androgen levels. The ovaries may develop numerous small collections of fluid (follicles) and fail to release eggs regularly. Some common symptoms of PCOS include irregular periods, heavy bleeding, acne, and excessive hair growth. It can also lead to fertility issues and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other health problems.

Endometriosis is a medical condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside the uterus. This can cause pain, irregular bleeding, heavy periods, and sometimes cause fertility issues. It's a chronic condition that can significantly impact quality of life.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to a variety of physical and emotional symptoms that many women experience in the days leading up to their menstrual period. These symptoms can include mood swings, irritability, bloating, breast tenderness, and fatigue, among others. While PMS is common, the severity of symptoms can vary widely from person to person.

Birth control has been the number one treatment option provided for these conditions, but we can do better!