If you’ve noticed increased forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, or a feeling that your mind just isn’t as sharp as it used to be, you’re not alone. Brain fog is one of the most common—and distressing—symptoms of perimenopause, yet it’s frequently dismissed or misunderstood. Many women worry that something is seriously wrong, or that they’re “losing their [...]
If you’re a woman over 40 struggling to lose weight despite eating well and staying active, you’re not alone—and you’re not failing. For many women in perimenopause and menopause, hormonal changes significantly alter metabolism, making weight loss feel nearly impossible. This is why interest in GLP-1 medications for weight loss has grown rapidly. When used [...]
When most people hear “testosterone,” they think of men. But testosterone is essential for women’s health, too—affecting energy, mood, libido, muscle mass, motivation, and cognitive clarity. Low testosterone in women is far more common than most realize, especially in perimenopause and menopause. Unfortunately, it’s also frequently overlooked, dismissed, or misunderstood. If you feel exhausted, unmotivated, [...]
If you’re waking up drenched in sweat, lying awake with racing thoughts, or feeling anxious for no clear reason—especially at night—you may have been told it’s just stress, aging, or poor sleep habits. But when night sweats, anxiety, and insomnia appear together, hormones are often the missing piece. These symptoms are extremely common in perimenopause [...]
One of the most frustrating experiences women face is being told, “Your labs are normal,” while they continue to struggle with fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, poor sleep, brain fog, or low libido. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining your symptoms. The reality is that “normal” does not always mean “optimal.” Understanding [...]
If you’ve crossed into your 40s and suddenly find that your body feels unfamiliar—especially when it comes to weight—you are not imagining things. Many women experience weight gain after 40 despite eating well and staying active, and the reason is far more complex than calories or willpower. The truth is: hormones play a central role [...]
Perimenopause can begin as early as your mid-30s or early 40s, yet many women spend years searching for answers. Symptoms are often subtle at first, fluctuate month to month, and are frequently dismissed as stress, aging, or lifestyle-related. Perimenopause is not a disease—it’s a hormonal transition. The challenge is that hormone levels don’t simply decline; [...]
The Future of Essential Fatty Acids is Here An easy daily routine with benefits you can see and feel At Harmony Natural Wellness, we’re always searching for evidence-based, effective ways to support your long-term health — from the cellular level up. One of the most exciting recent discoveries in nutritional science is C15:0, a newly [...]
Getting a good night's sleep is essential for overall health and well-being. Insomnia is a common complaint and can be caused by a variety of reasons. A naturopathic physician can help to identify the possible obstacles to a good night’s sleep and make recommendations to optimize sleep quality through an extensive toolkit of options. First [...]
Naturopathic treatments and bioidentical hormone therapy can be effective options for managing the symptoms of menopause. In my patient population, I often see dramatic improvements in quality of life, vitality, mood, energy, libido, hot flashes and night sweats and vaginal complaints with the use of herbal and/or BHRT therapies for menopause. Naturopathic treatments may [...]
