Hormonal Birth Control: What It Really Does to Your Hormones

Hormonal birth control is often prescribed as a simple solution for PMS, irregular cycles, acne, or contraception. What is rarely explained is how these medications — including hormonal IUDs — suppress ovulation, alter hormone signaling, and affect the body far beyond the reproductive system. This article breaks down what hormonal birth control actually does, why symptoms may improve temporarily but return later, and how a root-cause approach supports long-term hormonal health.

Fertility, Hormone Health, Hormones, Women's HealthMartina SturmJanuary 7, 2026hormonal birth control, hormonal IUD, women’s health, PMS, PMDD, ovulation suppression, progesterone deficiency, estrogen progesterone balance, gut brain axis, nutrient depletion, hormone imbalance, functional medicine, acupuncture for women, fertility health

Resolve Hormone Imbalances With Functional Lab Testing & BHRT

Hormonal symptoms often persist despite “normal” blood work. This article explains how advanced functional lab testing—including DUTCH hormone testing, micronutrient analysis, toxin screening, and gut assessments—identifies the root causes of hormone imbalance and guides personalized BHRT and integrative care.

Functional medicine, Hormone Health, Toxins, Women's Health, Women's HelathMartina SturmOctober 12, 2024Denver Sport and Holistic Medicine Hormone Imbalance, Functional Lab Testing, DUTCH Test, BHRT, PCOS, Endometriosis, PMS, Perimenopause, Menopause, Estrogen Metabolism

Estrogen Dominance: Why Your Hormones Feel Off—and What’s Really Driving It

A functional medicine guide to recognizing and treating estrogen dominance

PMS: Why Your Symptoms Aren’t “Normal” and What They’re Telling You

Have you always believed PMS was just part of the deal as a female? You’re not alone. Learn how to treat your hormonal imbalance naturally and banish PMS symptoms for good.