The Miracle of Maternal Mitochondria: Why a Mother’s Metabolic Health Matters
Babies inherit more than just DNA from their mothers — they inherit all of their mitochondrial DNA. This post explores why maternal mitochondrial and metabolic health are foundational for early development and long-term health.
Fiber for Women’s Health: Most Women Aren’t Getting Enough — and Why It Matters
Fiber plays a foundational role in women’s health—from hormone balance and gut health to blood sugar regulation. Yet over 95% of women don’t meet daily fiber needs. Learn why fiber matters and how to increase it simply and sustainably.
Ovulation: Signs You’re Ovulating — and Common Reasons You May Not Be
Ovulation is a powerful marker of hormonal health. Learn some common signs you may be ovulating — and the reasons you may not be — from cervical mucus changes to PCOS and functional hypothalamic amenorrhea.
Mittelschmerz: What in the World Is This Mid-Cycle Pain?
Do you ever feel a sudden twinge or ache on one side of your lower abdomen right in the middle of your cycle? You’re not alone. Many women experience this mid-cycle discomfort — a normal, harmless phenomenon called mittelschmerz, or ovulation pain. Some women feel it every month, others only occasionally, and some never feel it at all.