hormones

Perimenopause can feel like an uphill battle for women. One moment, you’re dealing with relentless hot flashes; the next, you’re frustrated by sudden weight gain that won’t budge. Mood swings, fatigue, and blood sugar fluctuations can make this transition even more challenging. If you’ve been searching for solutions, you might be surprised to learn that […]

Ever wonder why you’re suddenly starving an hour after eating? Or why your energy may experience a crash mid-afternoon for no reason? Or do your moods seem to shift on a dime? Welcome to the world of hormones–all too relatable! Hormones are the body’s tiny chemical messengers that quietly influence everything from your sleep and […]

Perimenopause can be a frustrating and confusing phase of a woman’s transitional health. One day, you’re cruising through life as usual, and the next, you’re sweating through your sheets at 3 AM, snapping at your loved ones for no reason, and wondering why your period is suddenly playing hide-and-seek. The transition into menopause can feel […]

If you’re someone who likes to be in the know about anything related to your health, you’ve probably read quite a bit about the importance of a healthy gut, which is an overall term used to describe the entirety of your gastrointestinal tract. Despite its single location in your body, it has an impact on […]

Many health and wellness trends have become wildly popular in the last few years, focusing on specific aspects of health to create a whole sense of well-being. While not a new concept, seed cycling has become one of these popular trends among those with hormone issues (and for a good reason, too). Taking up seed […]

Menopause is often associated with symptoms like hot flashes and difficulty losing weight. Many women also report that going through menopause has done a number on their typical sleep pattern. Uncomfortable symptoms can make it much more difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep through the night.  Of course, getting enough sleep remains an essential […]

Discover delicious snacks that can help regulate hormones and support overall well-being. From nutrient-dense seeds to fruits, this article explores why each snack is beneficial for hormone balance. You’ve got hormones—lots of them. Your endocrine, or hormonal, system is complex, hosting at least 50 hormones that affect everything from blood sugar balance, to fertility, energy […]

Is it okay or “bad” to have sex during periods? Are there any benefits of period sex? Will it inevitably be messy? Doctors separate fact from fiction on all things related to having sex during your period. If you menstruate, you know a thing or two about periods—including that they can be pesky and sometimes […]

Meet ghrelin and leptin, two hunger hormones that play a role in food cravings, weight, and beyond. Discover what each is exactly and how to tell if they’re imbalanced. Plus: tips to support healthy levels of both. When you hear “hormones,” your brain might immediately jump to your period, or maybe melatonin. BTW, hormones are […]

We put Fan Club, HUM’s first supplement for the management of menopause symptoms, to the test during a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Spoiler alert: The results are really strong. The impact that menopause can have on daily life is often overlooked and women have few options to help them manage perimenopause and menopause symptoms.  To […]

Did you know zinc can help clear up skin, strengthen hair, and support your immune system? Samaria Granberry, MS, RDN, LDN, a registered dietitian at HUM, breaks down all the zinc benefits to know. When you hear the word “zinc,” you might automatically think of the opaque white mineral sunscreen you slather on before hitting […]

Did you know there’s a link between birth control and vitamin deficiency? Turns out, the Pill can affect your body’s ability to absorb nutrients, which can lead to changes in mood, energy levels, neurological functions. Experts break down everything you need to know. Birth control pills are a convenient and easy way to prevent pregnancy […]