Why Protein is Essential for Women’s Hormone Health When women come to me with fatigue, mood swings, or period problems, one of the first things I ask about is their nutrition and how often they're eating protein. I often tell my patients: if your hormones feel unpredictable, your energy crashes mid-afternoon, or you’re constantly craving sugar, protein is part of the picture. Protein is more than just a “fitness nutrient.” When you break down protein into its smallest compon
We've all been told, quite blatantly sometimes, that our hormones are to blame. What are they 'to blame' for? Literally everything, apparently. I've been told this by my doctors: The reason this is happening is because...well, you have hormones. Here, take the pill. I've been told this by partners: Is it your time of the month? I've chatted with friends saying: Omg my hormones are so messed up rn! Cells throughout the body have hormone receptors. A receptor is like a parking
