Posts tagged: phytoestrogens

Don’t Put Anything On Your Skin That You Don’t Want In Your Body

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Did you know that any chemicals you put on your skin can be absorbed into your body? The frightening truth is that most skin care products contain caustic chemicals, harsh synthetics, and unhealthy oils. This includes parabens, propylene glycol, synthetic colors & fragrances, and mineral oil, to name a few. Read more »

Learn How Foreign Estrogens Can Alter Hormonal Activity in Women and Men

xeno-phyto-estrogenWe are constantly assaulted by estrogens in our environment from the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the chemicals we use.  Estrogen mimickers in the form of chemicals (xenoestrogens), and plant based foods (phytoestrogens), can mimic the action of estrogen produced in cells and can alter hormonal activity in women and men. Read more »

Surprise! Both Women and Men can be Estrogen Dominant

Estrogen Dominance in Women and MenMany women in their twenties, mid thirties through forties, and even women who are menopausal can be overloaded with estrogen, which can be caused by hormone replacement therapy (HRT), birth control pills, environmental estrogens, plant estrogens, stress, obesity, poor liver function, peri-menopause, and glandular dysfunction. Read more »

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