The Importance of Progesterone: Finding the Balance

Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid that plays an important role in gut health, digestion, and inflammation regulation. Discover how this beneficial compound supports the intestinal lining, influences the gut microbiome, and contributes to overall health and well-being.

Progesterone is a reproductive hormone released by the ovaries. It is key in maintaining healthy menstrual cycles, cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and healthy pregnancy. The right balance of progesterone and estrogen can lead to a better night's sleep, less aches and pains, and alleviate a number of symptoms common in women of all ages.

For many of you, after school sports comes along with back to school. If your child has never participated in sports before, this might be overwhelming from both a scheduling and a nutrition perspective. As we previously talked about, good nutrition supports the growth and development, immune system, and academic achievement of your child. It can also help them become a stronger, more consistent athlete. 

Sending healthy lunches to school with your child IS possible! It doesn't have to be time consuming or stressful. The first thing to figure out is if your kids like variety or if they are fine eating the same thing every day for a whole week or more.

Back to school is coming and with it comes falling back into daily routines. This time of year can bring hectic mornings - the return of the morning alarm, getting breakfast ready, packing lunches, making sure homework is completed and packed, after school activities, and ensuring kiddos are tucked into bed on time.