Carolina Integrative Medicine Blog | Hormones

Some mornings, I look in the mirror and think, “When did I start feeling this way?” The tired eyes. The brain fog. The mood swings seem to come out of nowhere. You’re eating clean, staying active, maybe even taking supplements — but something inside still feels off. I’ve seen that look in so many women’s

Have you ever noticed how the same meal can leave one person energized and glowing, while another feels bloated, foggy, or exhausted an hour later? That’s not a coincidence—it’s information. Every bite you take sends a signal to your body: to heal or to harm, to fuel or to stress. We live in a culture

If you’re a woman around midlife and you’ve been experiencing what we’re often told are “normal” symptoms—brain fog, fatigue, night sweats, hot flashes, or a lack of libido—then you need to listen to this. These symptoms do not have to be your reality. I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with Jane Hogan on

In today’s world, it’s nearly impossible to avoid chemicals hidden in plastics, skincare products, and processed foods. Many of these contain xenoestrogens—synthetic compounds that imitate estrogen and overstimulate the body’s receptors. Over time, this can lead to hormone imbalance, inflammation, and worsening symptoms of endometriosis—a condition already linked to estrogen dominance. The good news? Knowledge

Too often, I meet patients who tell me, “I just want to feel normal again.” And honestly, that’s exactly what drives me every single day. Normal shouldn’t come with side effects. Normal shouldn’t make you worry about whether your heart is racing, if you’re going to feel dizzy, or if nausea is around the corner.

Have you ever felt like most health advice only scratches the surface? Many women come to me frustrated—told their labs look “normal” or offered quick fixes that don’t actually address the root of their struggles. True health isn’t about temporary solutions—it’s about understanding your body, balancing your hormones, and building resilience from the inside out.

If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you when it comes to fertility, you’re not alone. So many women I meet carry questions like: Why can’t I get pregnant? Why do I feel so exhausted? Why do I keep experiencing loss? Often, the answer lies in a single, underappreciated hormone: progesterone. Recently,

When people look at the polished exterior of a successful medical practice, they often don’t see the fire it took to forge it. They see the outcomes but not the adversity. On a recent episode of the Practice Care Podcast with Carl White, I opened up about the full journey behind Carolina Integrative Medicine, one