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Connection Between Oral Contraceptives and Elevated SHBG – Part 2

May 9, 2023

Today I want to focus on one specific birth control pill side effect that’s rarely discussed: elevated sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG). High SHBG affects hormone levels, blood clotting risk, and overall health. Keep reading to learn how the pill affects testosterone in women, what symptoms of low testosterone might look like, and the risks of elevated SHBG.

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Connection Between Oral Contraceptives and Elevated SHBG

May 9, 2023

Birth control pills are a popular and effective form of birth control, but they may cause unintended side effects, including long-term changes in sex hormone binding globulin. Today I will cover the basics of contraceptive pills, birth control pill effectiveness, and side effects.

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Healthy Liver Function and Detoxification Part 2

April 6, 2023

The liver serves many functions, and a primary one is detoxification. The liver not only detoxifies the estrogen made by your body but xenoestrogens too. When the liver is overwhelmed with xenoestrogens to detoxify, it may need some support. Today, I will focus on xenoestrogens and their impact on your liver and hormones, as well as practical ways to support liver detoxification to improve hormone balance.

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Healthy Liver Function and Hormone Balance

March 21, 2023

When the liver is sluggish, overloaded, or diseased, it affects metabolic and hormonal health. And conversely, when hormones are imbalanced, they may affect liver function. Today’s article will dive into the connection between liver health and hormonal imbalance.

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Franklin, TN 37069

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