Balance Your Hormones & Energy Hello Reader, Do you ever feel like your energy is on a rollercoaster: wired one moment, crashing the next? Or maybe no matter how “healthy” you eat, you’re still battling sugar cravings, mood swings, PMS, stubborn weight, or that dreaded afternoon slump. Here’s the thing: it’s not you. It’s your blood sugar. Blood sugar balance is the foundation for happy hormones, steady energy, and even clearer skin. When it’s off, everything feels harder. But when you bring...
9 days ago • 4 min read
Why ‘Normal Iron’ Labs Can Be Misleading Hello Reader, Ever been told your iron labs are “normal,” yet you still feel wiped out, foggy, or notice hair shedding? Chances are, ferritin wasn’t tested. Ferritin is your body’s iron savings account. Serum iron shows what’s floating in your blood today, but ferritin shows what’s actually stored for your body to use. Without it, low iron can fly under the radar. And on the flip side, high ferritin can signal inflammation or even iron overload. Both...
16 days ago • 6 min read
Back to 10% Soon… Grab Your Favorites While It’s 20% Off! Hello Reader, Quick reminder: my Mineral Moon link and code (DRFRANCESCA) still gives you 20% off, but only for 5 more days! After that, it will go back to my usual 10% off. If you’ve been eyeing any of their products, now’s the time to stock up. Two standouts I’ve been loving (and talking about lately): 🌿 Berberine – Dubbed "Nature's Metformin," it is a powerhouse botanical that supports blood sugar balance, metabolism, and gut...
21 days ago • 2 min read
Chlorophyll Water & Other Social Media Detox Trends Hello Reader, Every time I scroll social media, there’s a new detox trend—chlorophyll water, parasite cleanses, celery juice at sunrise. They’re hyped as “miracle” fixes, but do they really help your body detox? Here’s the truth: your body detoxes every single day through your liver, kidneys, gut, and skin. You don’t need expensive fads to make it happen, but you can support these natural pathways with the right foods and daily habits. 👉...
23 days ago • 4 min read
Nature’s Metformin? Why I Recommend Berberine Hello Reader, If you’ve ever struggled with energy crashes, irregular cycles, stubborn weight, or digestive issues… berberine might be worth a look. Nicknamed “nature’s metformin,” this plant compound has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and now modern research backs up its benefits for: 🌿 Blood sugar & cravings – fewer spikes and crashes🌿 Hormone balance (especially PCOS) – more regular cycles, clearer skin🌿 Gut health – supports...
29 days ago • 3 min read
3 Surprising Signs Your Hormones Might Be Off That Most Women Overlook Hello Reader, When most people think of hormone imbalance, they picture dramatic symptoms: heavy periods, cystic acne, fertility struggles… But here’s the thing I see in my practice every day: Your body usually whispers before it starts shouting, and if we pay attention to those whispers early on, we can often support your hormones naturally without waiting for things to get worse. I shared a new health article all about...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
Stress Less: Natural Tools for Anxiety & Building Stress Resilience Hello Reader, Whether you’re a parent juggling new school routines, a student gearing up for a fresh semester, or just someone feeling that late‑summer rush, this time of year can feel overwhelming. This feeling of stress is totally normal! Seasonal shifts and back-to-school energy naturally add to our mental load, disrupt sleep, and spike our stress response. But here’s the good news: you can build real, lasting stress...
about 1 month ago • 5 min read
Antioxidants: What They Really Do & My Go-To Food, daily tea, & Supplement Picks Hello Reader, Let’s talk antioxidants: what are they, really? In simple terms: Antioxidants are your body’s little protectors. They help neutralize free radicals, unstable molecules that build up from stress, pollution, UV exposure, and even just living and breathing. Your body actually makes its own antioxidants (like glutathione!). But the colorful foods and herbs you have daily boost this defense system:...
about 2 months ago • 5 min read
Trying to Conceive? Start With These 5 Fertility-Boosting Habits Hello Reader, If you’re in the season of trying to conceive (TTC), I see you. It can feel exciting and hopeful, but also overwhelming, emotional, and filled with so much conflicting advice. As a naturopathic doctor, I’ve worked with so many women navigating this chapter. And while every body is different, there are a few powerful things I recommend to almost every patient to help support natural fertility and improve the chances...
2 months ago • 6 min read