When the body is frequently exposed to sugar or simple forms of carbohydrates, it leads to the constant release of insulin, which does not bode well for other hormones. Among other things, insulin acts on the ovaries, increasing testosterone production , which is a typical feature of women with PCOS. In turn, this leads to lower levels of the protein SHBG, which binds excess estrogen and testosterone in the blood. This can lead to estrogen dominance or excess testosterone in women. ( 5 )

You may have heard the claim that hormones are behind everything. That they are responsible for weight gain, mood swings, and cravings. At Femvia, we often talk about hormones because we know how important a role they play in the lives of (not only) women. That's why we're bringing you a mini series of articles on hormonal health, in which you'll find out how hormones affect the body, why they may be behind some of your problems, and what to do to finally have your hormones on your side, not against you! What are hormones? Hormones are chemicals produced by endocrine glands. These glands include the thyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries in women, and testicles in men. They are classified...

Some nutrients are harder to get from food, even if we try to have a varied diet, while others are found in food in minimal quantities due to the depletion of our soil. For this reason, we simply have to get them into the body in another form - for example, in the form of a nutritional supplement. Perhaps you have already read about all the positive effects of individual substances and feel that you have almost all the symptoms of a deficiency and should buy every supplement on the market. But this is probably not necessary at all.

Nutritional supplements are products that help to "replenish" nutrients that we cannot cover in food. Although our diet should always be varied and nutritious, it may not always be enough for us to receive enough of all nutrients . Whether due to a currently increased need for a given substance, or for example due to increased stress, certain food choices or deteriorated soil quality. Today we will mainly look at the aforementioned vitamins and minerals , how they are absorbed in the body, and how to choose the highest quality ones.

The female cycle is somewhat shrouded in mystery. For a long time, menstruation and women's issues in general were taboo in society, and this environment was conducive to ignorance and the perpetuation of myths . Unfortunately, many of them persist to this day. Let's now tell you what it's really like!

Samy dobře víme, jak dokážou menstruační bolesti potrápit. S pomocí studentky porodní asistentce Julie Bischofová jsme pro vás sepsaly 4 tipy, které by vám mohly s bolestivou menstruací pomoci. Painful menstruation, known professionally as dysmenorrhea, is a normal part of the cycle, but it should not limit our daily activities. Mild cramps in the lower abdomen and pain in the lower back are considered normal. What helps with menstrual pain? We are all different and therefore we all respond differently. Below are some tips that might help. Alternatively, you can share what works for you in a comment or message on our Instagram . 1. Nutrition, dietary supplements, vitamins The body must have enough essential fatty acids to protect it...