by Helen Perks | Blog, Mental Health, Metabolic, Women's Health
The clock change that occurs each autumn can feel like a welcomed “extra hour” for many, but for some, it can disrupt sleep, productivity, and even mental health. As the clocks fall back, it’s important to understand the biological, economic, and emotional...
by Helen Perks | Blog, Hormones, Mental Health, Metabolic
As the darker months roll in, many of us experience sluggishness, low mood, and a lack of energy. These could be signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs at the same time each year, typically during autumn and winter. While...
by Helen Perks | Blog, Hormones, Women's Health
For many women, the menopause transition brings with it an unwanted side effect: weight gain. Even if you maintain the same eating habits and activity levels as before, those extra pounds can seem to creep up year after year. So why does this happen, and more...
by Helen Perks | Blog, Mental Health, Women's Health
As human beings, we are constantly surrounded by various factors that make up our external environment. Our external environment includes everything that is outside of our bodies and has an impact on our health and well-being. Some of the key components of our...
by Helen Perks | Blog, Women's Health
No one can say that weight gain can be put down to just diet or exercise plan. In fact, often weight gain can be partly blamed on your hormones. Did you know that stubborn fat can be harder to lose if your hormones aren’t in balance? So it’s a great idea to get all...
by Helen Perks | Blog, Women's Health
Did you know that there is lots you can do to naturally alleviate the distressing symptoms involved in menopause without even touching hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatments? Let’s have a look at the top 10 drug-free ways to find relief. Essential Oils Essential...