Guest Blog: Lauren McKinney of Soul Skin Studio
As a holistic esthetician and hormonal acne sufferer myself, I know from first-hand experience how it feels to feel like you have no control over your skin and your hormones. My passion for skin came from my own birth control and acne journey, with my skin going from normal pubescent teen acne fluctuations to young adult cystic acne all over my cheeks and jawline in my mid-20s. And that’s when I realized how important hormones and skin are to your overall well-being and mental state. I healed my acne in a holistic, long-term way.
Balancing hormones naturally through nutrition
Every month, the female body embarks on a remarkable journey, working tirelessly towards a singular goal: ovulation. This intricate dance of hormones is at the heart of a woman's menstrual cycle, influencing not only her fertility but her overall well-being. I'm [Your Name], a certified Hormone Health Coach, Fertility Awareness Educator, Pilates Instructor, and the creator of the Spring to Life Method. My mission is to empower women to take charge of their hormonal health, embrace their menstrual cycles, and thrive by living in harmony with their bodies. In this blog post, we'll explore the vital role of nutrition in achieving and maintaining hormonal balance.
Birthday Reflections: Things I wish I Knew At 22
I celebrated my 32nd birthday in August and while being in my thirties does feel very ‘mature’, I’ve never felt better! Certainly my holistic health journey over the past five or so years has something to do with how great I feel (and look, if I do say so myself) and it got me thinking about what I wish 22 year old Caitlin knew.
The Balanced Approach to Nutrition for Women: Macros and Micros
When it comes to women's nutritional needs, there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Calorie counting can be misleading and often not enough to ensure proper nutrition. Instead, it's essential to focus on macros and the quality of your diet.
Activewear Detox
many activewear brands have been found to contain pfas, or forever chemicals, known to be endocrine (hormone) disrupting.
that means your hormones could be taking a hit every time you wear your leggings!
thinning hair & hormone health
hair health, specifically thinning hair and excess hair growth, can often be linked to hormone health. dr. danielle shares all the details on how to achieve your healthiest hair ever by addressing your hormone health.
Your Gut Health on the Pill
Hormonal birth control (HBC) has a huge impact on your gut microbiome, which ripples across nearly every system of your body. Everything comes back to the gut. Taking HBCs long-term can seriously alter the balance of good bacteria in your digestive tract, leaving you susceptible to IBS, leaky gut syndrome, bacterial vaginosis, and yeast infections.
Your Sex Drive on the Pill
On one hand, the pill ushered in the revolution of women’s sexual liberation.
On the other hand, the pill robs women of their sexual interest, desire, and pleasure experience.
How long do you think men would put up with a drug that reduced their sex drive to nearly nothing?
Honestly, would it even make it to market?
Women, though, have been suffering the side effects of hormonal birth control since the 1950s. That’s over seventy years!
Bloat Be Gone
Discover the best way to beat bloat long-term and feel confident in your body!
The Mineral You NEED in Your Diet
Could this mineral deficiency be at the root of your anxiety, depression, PMS, and sleep disturbances?
How Pilates & Hormone Health Became My Passion
My transformation from menstrual-cycle-illiterate to hormone health educator and advocate.
Grocery Staples for Happy Hormones
How to simplify grocery shopping (and meal planning in general) to support your hormone health.