Why Gut Bacteria Matter for Hormones, Heart & Women’s Health Your microbiome isn’t limited to your intestines. It starts in your mouth, continues through the gastrointestinal tract, and interacts with other microbial ecosystems, including the vaginal and urinary...
If you’ve ever been told your lab results are “normal,” yet you still feel exhausted, foggy, or not like yourself, you’re not alone. Many women in their 40s and 50s search for answers after hearing some version of: “Your labs look fine.” “Everything is within range.”...
If you’re a woman in your mid-40s to mid-50s and feeling “off”—whether it’s digestive discomfort, brain fog, fatigue, mood swings, or stubborn weight gain—you’re not alone. These changes are common during perimenopause and early menopause, and often the root...
Understanding Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, happens when too many bacteria grow in the small intestine. This causes food to break down improperly and produce extra gas. Symptoms can include: Bloating and...