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Understanding Food Elimination Diets: A Complete Guide for Gut Health and Hormone Balance
Food Elimination Diet checklist
2 days ago9 min read


Hormones During the Menstrual Cycle
Hormones during the menstrual cycle
Dec 19, 20257 min read


What Is Pilates? Understanding the Method, Equipment & Benefits
Pilates is more than a fitness trend. It's a science-backed movement system designed to strengthen your core, improve posture, reduce pain, and help you move better in everyday life. At Reforming You, I specialize in contemporary Pilates reformer training, focusing on injury recovery, postural realignment, and overall wellness. Whether you're new to Pilates or looking to deepen your understanding, this guide will walk you through: • The difference between classical and contem
Nov 23, 20256 min read


The Truth About Hair Loss in Perimenopause: What's Normal, What's Not, and What You Can Do
Everything you need to know about hair loss. What causes hair loss, what is normal hair loss, and what to do about hair loss.
Nov 10, 20254 min read


Supplements: How to Know What You Need, What to Avoid, and How to Choose Wisely
Walk into any health store or scroll through wellness influencers' pages, and get bombarded with claims about miracle supplements. The truth is more nuanced. Some supplements can fill fundamental nutritional gaps or support specific health conditions. Many are unnecessary, or worse, unsafe if chosen without proper evaluation.
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Understanding Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids (also called leiomyomas) are smooth muscle tumors of the uterus. They are benign (non-cancerous) 99% of the time. Although the exact cause remains unclear, multiple genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors contribute to their formation and growth. Potential Causes of Uterine Fibroids According to updated summaries from the Mayo Clinic (2023) and UCLA Reproductive Health (2025): Genetic predisposition : Many fibroids contain changes in genes different fro
Oct 19, 20255 min read


Diagnosis, Treatment and Management of PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder with complex and heterogeneous causes, often resulting in metabolic,...
Oct 5, 20254 min read


Understanding Hormones and the Diseases they are Linked to
When we think about health, we often picture diet, exercise, or sleep. Yet behind the scenes, the endocrine system is quietly in charge. This network of glands and hormones regulates energy, mood, metabolism, bone health, and reproduction. For women, understanding how hormones change with age is especially important, since these shifts directly shape how we feel every day.
Sep 28, 20257 min read


Menopause: What It Is, What Happens in the Body, and How to Prepare for the Years Ahead
Menopause is a natural stage of a woman’s life, yet often misunderstood. Beyond hot flashes and night sweats, it brings lasting shifts in bone health, heart function, metabolism, and blood sugar regulation. With the right knowledge, women can navigate this transition with confidence, clarity, and a proactive plan.
Sep 15, 20255 min read


How Better Body Alignment Can Lead to Joint Pain Reduction (and How Pilates Helps)
When your joints are stacked well, forces travel through the body more evenly. That usually means less strain on the body that complains...
Sep 1, 20255 min read


Finding the Right Doctor: A Comprehensive Guide
The Importance of a Primary Care Doctor
Aug 17, 20255 min read


What's causing my gut symptoms?
If you’ve ever experienced bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, or unexplained fatigue, you may have asked yourself, “What’s wrong with my gut?”
Aug 13, 20257 min read


Aug 5, 20254 min read


Protein: How Much You Need, Best Sources, and What Happens If You Eat Too Much
Protein is more than a fitness buzzword. It's a vital nutrient that your body needs every single day to function correctly. From muscle repair and immune defense to hormone production and metabolism, protein plays a role in nearly every part of your health.
Jul 27, 20254 min read


How to Stay Healthy While You Travel: Keep Your Food and Exercise Routine
Traveling doesn't mean giving up on your health routines. Whether you're headed out for business or vacation, staying active and well-nourished is possible with just a bit of planning. As a health coach and Pilates instructor, I help clients develop simple, sustainable strategies they can apply on the go.
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Understanding Your Lab Results: Normal vs. Optimal Ranges & What They Mean
Laboratory test results drive approximately 70% of clinical decisions, making them a crucial component to understand. Ever been told your labs were normal, but you still felt off? You're not alone. Many people walk away from routine bloodwork frustrated, knowing something doesn't feel right.
Jul 19, 20254 min read


What Is a Functional Medicine Doctor—and How Are They Different from Conventional Doctors?
By Melissa Nichols, NBC-HWC
Jul 14, 20255 min read


What Happens While You Sleep: How Your Mind, Body, and Hormones Reset Overnight
If you've ever felt "off" after a poor night’s sleep, you’re not imagining it. Sleep is not just rest. It’s a critical period when your...
Jul 4, 20254 min read


Acupuncture & Menopause: The Natural Relief You Didn’t Know You Needed
Perimenopause and menopause can feel like a full-time job. One minute you're sweating through your sheets at 3 a.m., the next you're snapping at a coworker, and by lunchtime, you can't remember where you put your phone... again. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And if you're like many of the women I work with, you're not looking for a band-aid, you’re looking for real, sustainable relief. A popular tool for managing these transitions naturally? => Acupuncture
Jul 3, 20253 min read


Meal and Snack Planning for Busy Lives: Essential Tips and Tricks
Why Food Lists and Meal Prep Matter
Jun 18, 20253 min read
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