Endometriosis

Chocolate cysts. While the name sounds kind of intriguing they are associated with endometriosis a disease that affects over 200 million women worldwide. As a matter of fact, 20-40% of women with endometriosis have an increased risk of developing chocolate cysts....

Xenoestrogens are the nasty culprit that you may or may not know much about. And, they are suspected contributors to reproductive health issues, abnormal growth patterns, and neurodevelopmental issues in males and females. Yet, even more, alarming is the fact that...

Exercising with endometriosis may have a positive impact on pain. While working out is the last thing that you’ll want to do if you’re dealing with common endo symptoms such as painful pelvic cramping, heavy bleeding, and low back pain. Learning to implement some form...

Creating an endo-friendly morning routine has been integral in helping me manage my endometriosis pre and post-surgery. I'm a person that thrives on structure and likes to be in flow. So having set habits and rituals is essential for my mental health. And, while my...

It’s scary how common adenomyosis is and the painful impact it has on the lives of many women. What’s even scarier is the fact that you’re probably completely unaware of what adenomyosis is. Especially considering how common it is. It’s estimated that adenomyosis...

As it pertains to the Low FODMAP diet there’s a lot of misinterpretation as to who this diet is for and its purpose. I sometimes feel this diet gets lumped into all the other “fad” diets that are out there on the market. Yet, this diet is anything but a quick fix...

When it comes to endometriosis symptoms, many emphases are placed on painful periods. And yes, painful periods are a common endo symptom for many sufferers. However, it’s not the only symptom. This false representation of endometriosis fuels the negative stigma that...

When it came to my ovary removal surgery I was completely ignorant that such a thing was even possible. As the only major surgeries, I was aware of for women’s health issues were hysterectomy and fibroid removal surgery. But, let me tell you endometriosis taught me a...

I firmly believe endometriosis awareness starts by educating the people within your circle of influence. While I know it’s important that people understand the destruction and the pain of this disease on a global level. Mostly because that’s the best way to ensure...

Managing dietary restrictions during the holiday season can be quite a challenge. Especially when those restrictions cause you to feel like the odd man out at holiday gatherings. But, it doesn’t have to be that way. There are various ways you can respect your health...