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Estriol for Vaginal Dryness and Bladder Infections

Posted on Dec 23rd, 2007 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

We know that one quarter of women at or past menopause note vaginal thinning, irritation, decreased sexual response or dryness, and seek medical attention for it. I find the numbers are actually much higher if... More »

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Use Progesterone Carefully, per Dr. Mercola

Posted on Mar 11th, 2007 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

This is an important article from Dr. Mercola, DO (Doctor of Osteopathy). I agree with many of his insights and conclusions. Check out his website, www.mercola.com Complications Regarding Progesterone Cream If one has not read... More »

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Bulimia May Result from Hormonal Imbalance

Posted on Feb 1st, 2007 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

This is some new data linking bulimia with hormonal imbalance. I don't agree with using birth control pills, but would favor bioidentical hormones: Bulimia is normally regarded as a mental illness that should be treated... More »

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Questionnaire for Low Thyroid

Posted on Jan 6th, 2007 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Here is a great thyroid questionnaire, modified from the Hotze Health and Wellness Center. If the question addresses a concern that applies to you, record the number. When done, total the numbers. 1. Do you... More »

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The Pill linked to Premenopausal Breast Cancer

Posted on Dec 3rd, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Last week I gave a lecture on breast cancer risk reduction and the main point was for women to prevent a hormonal imbalance called estrogen dominance, a key risk factor for breast cancer. There are... More »

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Low Libido FAQ

Posted on Nov 2nd, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Yesterday I gave a lecture on Low Libido. We had an awesome audience of mostly women and a few brave men, but the women were especially engaged, turned on and asked key questions that I... More »

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Hormones Drive What We’re Interested In, from Sex to Kids to Wo

Posted on Oct 27th, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Hormones Drive What We’re Interested In, from Sex to Kids to Work At the risk of being overly reductionistic, I have noticed that hormones drive what our minds are attracted to, and thereby drive mind-body... More »

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Fibroids, Worse in Premenopause

Posted on Oct 18th, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Over the past week, I've had 3 women suffering severely from fibroids in my yoga classes and practice, so I want to share some thoughts. Some background: Half of women have fibroids or benign tumors... More »

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Integrative Menopause: Finding the Middle Path

Posted on Oct 13th, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

Beryl came to see me for mood swings, hot flashes, night sweats, outrageously heavy periods and no sex drive. We talked about various approaches including the benefits of yoga and exercise, as well as nutrition... More »

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Bioidentical hormones - The Wiley Protocol

Posted on Aug 26th, 2006 by Yogini : Healer Yogini

I just went to a lecture this morning by TS ("Susie") Wiley, authoress of Sex, Lies and Menopause. I found her to be a compelling speaker who really knows her endocrinology and I am intrigued... More »

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