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Jasveer Matharu

Founder of Elara Care and O.A. Dip. Certified Women's Health Practitioner, Jas is working to create better solutions for women since 2018, sharing her struggles and experiences with female health

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Importance of Vitamin D for Female Hormones

If you live in a country that doesn't get much sunlight at certain times of the year, you will have heard health professionals say that it's always recommended to take a Vitamin D supplement. With winter on its way and days feeling shorter and darker every day, we believed it

heart rate variability (hrv)

Physical Health

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Women's Health

With more and more devices available on the market, measuring Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is becoming accessible to most. But what is it? and can it help us improve our overall health? Understanding Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is like having a window into how your body handles stress and overall

Medicinal Mushrooms and Female Hormones: What you need to know

Medicinal Mushrooms and Female Hormones: What you need to know

With numerous medicinal mushroom products flooding my social media feed for the past 5 months, I thought it would be worth investigating what they are and, most importantly, do they provide all of the benefits brands claim. The article is quite long, so here are my 3 takeaways: 1. Medicinal

How to Flush Out Excess Estrogen

How to Flush Out Excess Estrogen

High estrogen levels, a condition often referred to as estrogen dominance, can significantly impact a woman's health, manifesting in a variety of physical and emotional symptoms. This article will help you understand what high estrogen, and its associated symptoms, and explore strategies to help you naturally flush out excess estrogen.

How to increase energy levels during the Luteal phase

How to increase energy levels during the Luteal phase

The luteal phase starts post-ovulation and ends when menstruation starts. This phase of the menstrual cycle is often characterized by several symptoms, such as mood fluctuations, cravings, higher basal body temperature, and a dip in energy levels, to name a few. However, there are strategies you can put in place

Training Program for Each Phase of Your Cycle

Training Program for Each Phase of Your Cycle

Female Phase Training This program is designed to take advantage of your hormones in each phase of your cycle so that you can gain the most out of each workout. The program is split into 4 phases: * Start of Period (Day 1 and 2) * Follicular Phase (Day 3 to Day

Menstrual Cycle Nutrition

Menstrual Cycle Nutrition

What to eat when on (and off) your period Hormones play a crucial role in how our body operates as they regulate a lot of what the body does. What you eat and drink (nutrition) has a significant impact on your hormonal health. This guide will help you understand each

How to Create a Menstrual Health Policy

Business Resources

How to Create a Menstrual Health Policy

This policy should be based on a deep understanding of menstrual health and menopause while promoting an inclusive and supportive work environment. Here are the key aspects to consider when developing this policy How to Create a Menstrual Health Policy This policy should be based on a deep understanding of

Decoding the Menstrual Cycle

Business Workshops

Decoding the Menstrual Cycle

Understanding Your Hormones, Health, and Productivity The event is designed to enhance your understanding of the menstrual cycle, its related symptoms, and equip you with practical strategies to manage them effectively in the workplace. What you can expect from the workshop: * Gain a comprehensive understanding of the biology of the

Does the menstrual cycle impact women's muscle strength performance in resistance training? Research Review

Does the menstrual cycle impact women's muscle strength performance in resistance training? Research Review

The menstrual cycle is a complex physiological process that impacts various areas and aspects of a woman’s life. From energy and mood fluctuations to body temperature and even the way, the body absorbs nutrients. But what about muscle strength and training adaptation? There have been a number of research

Shift Work and Women's Health: Impact and Effective Strategies for Mitigation

Shift Work and Women's Health: Impact and Effective Strategies for Mitigation

Shift work requires employees to work irregular hours such as nights, early mornings, and often in rotating shifts - which can have adverse repercussions for women's health making them at higher risk of developing a range of health issues, including sleep disturbances, gastrointestinal problems, cardiovascular disease, and mental health disorders

Menstrual Cycle and different phases. Helping you achieve menstrual cycle literacy

Menstrual Cycle Literacy: What Is It and Why Is It Necessary

The more I've learned about the menstrual cycle and its significance for women's well-being, the better I've understood my own body, its changes, and its needs. Let's start by exploring the concept of menstrual cycle literacy.

Cycle Syncing: How to work with your hormones in each phase of your cycle

Cycle Syncing: How to work with your hormones in each phase of your cycle

Cycle syncing is a method that aligns your exercise, nutrition and overall lifestyle to the natural rhythm of your menstrual cycle, which can help to reduce symptoms, optimize performance and improve overall well-being.

What Are Macros and Should You Care?

What Are Macros and Should You Care?

When learning about nutrition and how to eat a healthier diet, understanding macronutrients (macros) will help you make informed decisions when choosing what to eat. This can be a slightly confusing topic so we tried to simplify it by providing a practical example which you can find at the end

illustration of the menstrual cycle hormones and functions during each age in a woman's life

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The Menstrual Cycle - Phases, Hormones and Their Functions

Learn everything you need to know about your menstrual cycle. Understanding it is essential as it impacts every aspect of your well-being.