BeBalanced Blog

An In-depth look at Hormones And Blood Sugar
Insulin resistance has become a huge problem in our culture and it can lead to myriad of chronic health problems. Since insulin is a hormone, and all hormones communicate with each other, increased insulin levels disrupt every other hormone system in your body. When...

Hormones and sleep – 5 ways to improve your sleep naturally!
Women, hormones, and sleep… they are all connected. Find out why and learn 5 ways to improve your sleep naturally!

7 Reasons Spring is the Best Time of year to Lose Weight!
Spring is the season of new beginnings! It is the perfect time for positive change and the start of the new you. In fact, there are lots of external factors associated with the season of spring which naturally make it easier to lose weight, sometimes without even trying! If you have been putting your health and weight loss goals off, this is your sign. We are here to tell you that right now is the best time to commit to a healthier, happier version of you. So, let’s uncover the top 7 seasonal attributes that are working in your favor right now.

Birth Control Risks and its Connection to Estrogen Dominance and Weight Gain
Picture this, a young girl starts experiencing heavy periods, irregular cycles, chronic acne, and cramps, and her doctor tells her that the birth control pill will make all these symptoms go away, so she hops on board. “I mean, they’re the expert, right?” Or how about...

Natural Alternatives for Pain Management
Headache? Joint pain? Cramps? “Take some Ibuprofen.” In America, especially, we have become so accustomed to popping a pill for whatever ails us. If you have taken Advil (Ibuprofen), Motrin, or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to relieve the...

Thyroid and weight – what’s the connection?
The thyroid may be a small part of your body, but the impact it can have on your weight is anything but trivial. So, what’s the connection and what can you do about it.

A Resolution Free Guide to Reaching Your Goals
The fresh start of a new year typically brings feelings of enthusiasm for setting personal goals or making resolutions. But after the past two years, we just had, asking anyone to focus on lofty resolutions sounds a bit daunting, and for good reason. But before you...

6 tips to ditch Holiday Stress!
'Tis the season for cheer, but being inundated with messages to buy more, give more, and do more can quickly turn cheer to stress. So we put together a list of a few ways to ditch the holiday stress and embrace your inner elf! #1 Set budgets and stick to them....

Why inflammation is the biggest diet buzzword you shouldn’t ignore
There’s a secret weight loss enemy lurking within your body that you might not even be aware of.... Stress can cause it. So can environmental toxins. Eating a poor diet also leads to it. It’s called chronic inflammation, and it’s rampant, especially in the United...

Happy Hormone Holiday Weight loss Tips
With the holidays here, sticking to your weight loss plan, as well as managing all the activities without losing your mind, can be challenging at best. The shopping, the crowds, the back-to-back diet-derailing parties and unavoidable chats with unsavory family...