Herbs for Cortisol Belly

herbs that lower cortisol herbs for cortisol belly

I always say ‘don’t hate your hormones’, because at the base of all hormone conditions is a body that’s just trying to cope, protect itself and regain balance and cortisol is a great example of a hormone that’s struggling in our modern world. I’m going to share with you a naturopathic (and a human) perspective on excess cortisol as we put together the pieces of what ‘cortisol belly’ is, what causes it and what herbs you can use to assist you in regaining normality in your cortisol levels

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Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver + Menopause

metabolic fatty liver disease in women menopause

Let’s talk about your liver. As we age we (usually!) become much more aware of how important our liver function is to overall health and wellness. For women especially, our liver in the Western biomedical paradigm, is the centre of detoxifcation and hormone regulation along. It’s also where we store our iron. And it’s affected by a sedentary lifestyle, over-eating and a diets high in saturated fats and sugar. If you look at the Eastern perspective, the liver plays a central role in menstrual regulation, blood quality and flow of blood along with being the seat of emotions. So in Chinese medicine, everything you feel….your liver feels. In fact in all systems of medicine that recognise the role of emotions in disease, maintaining a clear, healthy and strong liver is a priority.

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Midlife Weight Loss Tips ~ Webinar Recording

midlife weight loss tips for women from a naturopath

Based on nutritional, herbal and mindfulness practices from East and West this webinar gives you plenty of tools and hacks to naturally support healthy digestion, metabolism and weight. As we approach midlife our hormonal and metabolic systems go through a recalibration process. Having guided and supported many women through their transitions to menopause, Sulin is well equipped to give you a few tips and hacks to reach your weight goals in a happy, healthy and natural way!

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Toxic Tampons ➳ everything you need to know

Toxic Tampons everything you need to know

Ever wondered just what you’re putting into your body when you insert a tampon? According to a recent  study by  researchers at the University of California, Berkeley there’s a lot more to your average tampon than cotton and rayon. It seems that tampons have become a bit of a health hazard because of their chemical contents. Think heavy metals like lead, hormone disrupting chemicals like phthalates and a host of chemicals used in manufacture like whitening agents, antimicrobials and lubricators. Dealing with the monthly bleed just got a whole lot messier. In this article you’ll learn which toxic chemicals have been found in tampons and how to better navigate the world of feminine hygiene products. 

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Midlife Hormone Changes Explained ~ Webinar Recording

hormonal changes in women webinar midlife perimenopause menopause

Ever wondered if your hormones could be behind your fatigue, skin problems, mood changes, eating habits, weight changes or other symptoms that seem a bit ‘random’? Ever wanted a bit of ‘hormone coaching’? This webinar demystifies hormonal changes in women in the midlife,  revealing the hormone shifts behind a myriad of common symptoms. Join evidence-based naturopath Sulin as she decodes your hormones, bringing almost two decades of balancing hormones and interpreting hormone pathology tests to the table.

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Perimenopause ~ the Great Inflammatory Event

perimenopause inflammation article by naturopath

Perimenopause is not simply a great hormonal event, it’s a catalyst for a range of inflammatory conditions including joint pain, morning stiffness, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, chest pain and  depression associated with inflammatory factors in the brain. Read on to learn more about why Perimenopause is a great inflammatory event in a woman’s life and how we can better prepare ourselves to manage it.

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Living an Integrated Life ➳ Dr Anna Ferris Young on Vedic Meditation

vedic meditation introduction with dr anna young ferris

Have you ever bathed your nervous system in bliss chemistry? It feels like a deep deep peace, like a gentle reminder of feeling still, safe and held. It’s taking a pause from the chaos of modern life, to just ‘be’.  It’s this experience that’s what draws a lot of people to Vedic meditation including myself. So I talked to Dr Anna Young Ferris, an experienced Vedic meditation teacher about this calming, consciousness building practice and we had a beautiful conversation for my Well Woman podcast. I’m sharing it here for all of you beautiful readers. Enjoy xo Sulin

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Increase your iron levels naturally

how to increase your iron levels naturally by naturopath sulin sze

Let’s explore the critical role of the mineral iron in women’s health….how indispensable it is for us, and how it helps us maintain strength and vitality across all our life stages. I’ve looked at the research, the insights and compiled a comprehensive guide here to help you navigate the path of iron deficiency, that’s becoming increasingly common in Australian women. In this article you’ll learn what foods to eat, what supplements can help and how to dose them as well as how to recognise the signs and symptoms of iron deficiency and its more serious sister, iron deficiency anaemia.

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