Hekate’s Journal
We’ve collected articles for you on women’s health, nutrition, fertility and pregnancy, so you don’t have to. From premenstrual syndrome, endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, hypothalamic amenorrhea and more.
The impact of REDs on periods and athletic performance.
Discover the silent risk lurking in sports: REDs. Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport can affect any athlete, regardless of their gender or the sport they play.
Many physical and mental factors can put an individual at risk of REDs, with the condition having consequences involving the whole body. Dive into this article to understand how REDs can impact athletic performance, menstrual health, and bone density. Learn three strategies to combat REDs, and take charge of your health and performance.
Gut Health 101: what a nutritionist wants you to know.
Struggling with skin issues, digestive problems, or low energy and not sure why? Your gut health might be the answer. Maintaining the balance between your gut's “good” and “bad” bacteria is important to enhance the functioning of many body systems including our immune system, menstrual cycle and digestive system.
Probiotics, the good bacteria found in some foods, help to keep the gut microflora balanced, while prebiotics are indigestible fibres that act as food for the microflora, fostering their growth. Combining fermented veggies to whole grains, a variety of foods can help you on your journey to improved overall wellbeing and optimal gut health.
Crafting meals rich in probiotics and prebiotics for good gut health is easier than you think and we’ll show you how in this article.
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