by Dr. Francesca LeBlanc | Jun 23, 2025 | HORMONES, STRESS
We talk a lot about how it FEELS to have High Cortisol. BUT what about how it looks on the outside? After college I was seriously grinding in the corporate world and commuting 3 hours a day. I was sick all the time. It would be another 20 years before I understood...
by Dr. Francesca LeBlanc | Jun 5, 2025 | HORMONES, PERIMENOPAUSE
Summer can feel like a hormonal rollercoaster—and it’s not just the heat. From disrupted sleep and blood sugar swings to the extra stress of juggling travel, kids, and routines that went out the window in May, your body’s internal balance can take a serious hit. How...
by Dr. Francesca LeBlanc | Mar 28, 2025 | ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS, HORMONES, WEIGHT-LOSS
Three words: Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLS). Struggling with unexplained weight gain during perimenopause? It might be time to take a closer look at what’s in your laundry room. Specifically, those innocent-looking bottles of laundry detergent could be sneaking harmful...
by Dr. Francesca LeBlanc | Mar 21, 2025 | HORMONES, PERIMENOPAUSE
Phantom Smells During Perimenopause and Menopause: What You Should Know Have you ever smelled something burning, metallic, or even rotten, only to discover there’s nothing there? You’re not alone. This odd phenomenon is called phantosmia, a condition where...
by Dr. Francesca LeBlanc | Feb 26, 2025 | PERIMENOPAUSE
Perimenopause can feel like uncharted territory. From brain fog and fatigue to mood swings and sleep issues, the transition into menopause brings a myriad of challenges that us women are unprepared for. But here’s the thing—diet can be a game-changer. What if...
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