Hormone Health Hub: Expert Insights on Testing, Balance & Better Living — hormonal contraception

Heavy periods affect millions of women, yet the underlying causes are frequently misunderstood or left unaddressed. From oestrogen and progesterone imbalances to structural issues such as fibroids and adenomyosis, there are several well-established reasons why menstrual bleeding can become excessive. This article explains the physiology of the menstrual cycle, the most common causes of heavy periods, and how hormone testing can help identify what is driving your symptoms — so you can take informed steps towards better menstrual health.

Birth control pills are marketed as hormonal contraception — but they contain no natural hormones whatsoever. In this candid post, OB/GYN Dr. Felice Gersh explains why she stopped prescribing the Pill, what synthetic hormones actually do to the female body, and why understanding your natural hormone rhythms matters more than ever.

The contraceptive pill is one of the most widely used medications in the world — but its effects on mood, brain chemistry and hormone balance are still poorly understood. This article explores how synthetic hormones disrupt oestrogen, progesterone, cortisol and neurotransmitters, and why some women are far more vulnerable to depression and anxiety as a result.

Hormonal contraception suppresses ovarian function, which means saliva and blood spot hormone test results will appear artificially low — but this doesn’t mean hormone levels at the tissue level are low. This guide explains how to interpret hormone test results correctly when using the pill, patch, ring or IUD, and when to collect your sample for the most meaningful data.