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Perimenopause Anxiety, Depression and Mood Swings: Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Piece

Key Takeaways Perimenopause involves unpredictable fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone, not simply a steady decline, and these fluctuations directly affect brain chemistry, emotional regulation, and sensory processing. Anxiety, depression, and mood swings in perimenopause are physiological responses, not character flaws or mental health crises. They originate in the body's Read more ...

By |April 13, 2026|Categories: Edmonton, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Mental Wellness, Mind Body Therapy, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on Perimenopause Anxiety, Depression and Mood Swings: Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Piece

Naturopathic Medicine or Nurse Practitioner: Which Best Fits Your Hormone Health Journey?

Naturopathic Medicine or Nurse Practitioner: Which Best Fits Your Hormone Health Journey? Hormone health is not a single-discipline problem, and we do not treat it as one. At Red Leaf Wellness, you can see a naturopathic doctor, a nurse practitioner, or both running concurrently in a shared care model, Read more ...

By |April 1, 2026|Categories: BHRT, Edmonton, Functional Medicine, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on Naturopathic Medicine or Nurse Practitioner: Which Best Fits Your Hormone Health Journey?

The Complete Perimenopause Guide: Symptoms, Age & Treatment | Edmonton

The Complete Guide to Perimenopause: Symptoms, Timeline & Treatment in Edmonton What Is Perimenopause? Perimenopause (literally meaning “around menopause”) is the transitional phase when your body begins the natural shift away from reproductive years toward menopause. This isn’t a sudden change but rather a gradual process that can last Read more ...

By |March 4, 2026|Categories: Acupuncture, BHRT, Edmonton, Fertility, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Mental Wellness, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Reproductive Health, Sleep, Stress, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on The Complete Perimenopause Guide: Symptoms, Age & Treatment | Edmonton

Why You Should Choose a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in Edmonton

If you're looking for a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in Edmonton, Dr. Tammy Lalonde, Dr.Ac, CEO at Red Leaf Wellness, is your trusted expert. Dr. Lalonde has earned Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) certification alongside Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) certification, making her a leading choice for women Read more ...

By |August 9, 2025|Categories: BHRT, Fertility, Hormonal Health, Men's Health, Menopause, Reproductive Health, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on Why You Should Choose a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner in Edmonton

What Is BHRT Hormones?

Have you ever wondered why your body doesn’t feel quite right—why you’re tired, irritable, or just not yourself? Hormones might be the culprit, and Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) could be the solution you’re looking for. If you’ve been asking, “What is BHRT hormones?” this blog will provide the answers Read more ...

By |January 27, 2025|Categories: BHRT, Hormonal Health|Comments Off on What Is BHRT Hormones?

Top Best Testosterone Booster Canada Alternatives (Natural)

What Are the Best Testosterone Booster Canada Alternatives? Many men in Canada experience the symptoms of low testosterone without even realizing it. In fact, studies show that nearly 40% of men over the age of 45 have lower-than-normal testosterone levels. If you’ve been feeling more fatigued, noticing a decline in Read more ...

By |November 19, 2024|Categories: Hormonal Health, Men's Health|Comments Off on Top Best Testosterone Booster Canada Alternatives (Natural)

How to Prevent UTI When You Feel It Coming

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be both painful and disruptive, impacting daily life and overall health. At Red Leaf Wellness, we emphasize that learning how to prevent UTIs when you feel them coming can be key to minimizing discomfort and potentially avoiding antibiotics. With early action and a proactive Read more ...

By |November 5, 2024|Categories: Blog, Hormonal Health, Reproductive Health, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on How to Prevent UTI When You Feel It Coming

5 Effective Naturopathic Remedies for GERD and Acid Reflux

5 Effective Naturopathic Remedies for GERD and Acid Reflux If you're tired of quick fixes that only ease GERD symptoms temporarily, naturopathic remedies for GERD could be just the thing you are looking for. By working through underlying issues in digestion and inflammation, some natural remedies provide longer-term relief.  Read more ...

By |October 31, 2024|Categories: Blog, Digestive Health, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on 5 Effective Naturopathic Remedies for GERD and Acid Reflux

Managing PCOS Naturally: Top 6 Strategies

Managing PCOS Naturally: Top 6 Strategies Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can feel like a rollercoaster of unpredictable symptoms—irregular periods, acne, weight gain, and frustrating fertility challenges. While conventional treatments like hormone therapy and birth control can sometimes offer quick relief, they often don’t tackle the underlying issues at the Read more ...

By |October 14, 2024|Categories: Acupuncture, BHRT, Blog, Functional Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Wellness|Comments Off on Managing PCOS Naturally: Top 6 Strategies

Connection Between Adrenal Glands and PCOS

Connection Between Adrenal Glands and PCOS If you're feeling overwhelmed by the constant fatigue, mood swings, irregular periods or frustrating hormonal imbalances that come with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), you're not alone. At Red Leaf Wellness, we understand that managing PCOS can be a complicated and exhausting journey.  Many Read more ...

By |September 16, 2024|Categories: BHRT, Blog, Functional Medicine, Hormonal Health, Menopause, Wellness, Women's Health|Comments Off on Connection Between Adrenal Glands and PCOS

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