Fertility Basics

Some women are unaware of the very basics of fertility. Fundamentals like understanding the menstrual cycle and knowing when the fertile window takes place can influence a couple’s ability to conceive. That’s why it’s important for providers and patients alike to brush up on the nuts and bolts of fertility. Some women are unaware of […]

Circadian Rhythm and Human Health

To better understand human behavior and health it’s necessary to acknowledge the importance of biological rhythms in health assessments. Chronobiology (the study of rhythmic influences on biological systems) is an integral part of human health, though it is rarely discussed in mainstream allopathic medicine.  Three external environmental factors have an impact on the human body—intensity […]

Can Seed Cycling Ease Menstrual Cycle Symptoms

One of the most common reasons women test their hormones is due to “period problems”. They may be irregular, painful, or heavy. They may have PMS or fatigue at different times in their cycle. They may just want to make sure their hormones are “normal”. And many women are looking for gentle, natural support. One […]

Stress, Hormones & Chronic Disease

Dr Will Cole on DUTCH Podcast In this 30-minute podcast, Dr Will Cole speaks with Dr Jaclyn Smeaton on the relationship between inflammation, stress and hormone imbalances.  Many patients with chronic disease have some HPA axis dysregulation. And the whole endocrine system is affected by poor cortisol function. Chronic stress can lead to the overproduction […]

Rethinking our approach to PCOS

Melissa Groves Azzaro on DUTCH Podcast PCOS is not just a reproductive disorder. In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, examines the nuances of PCOS with Melissa Groves Azzaro, Founder of The Hormone Dietitian. They explain the possible root-causes of PCOS and discuss a whole-body approach to treating this disease state. Their discussion is fascinating, listen now LISTEN SPOTIFY APPLE PODCASTS AMAZON […]