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.
Read MorePain relief medications often suppress symptoms—but at a cost. Discover how Tylenol, NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and opioids can deplete nutrients, strain detox pathways, injure the gut, and weaken the body’s natural ability to heal.
Read MoreMany commonly prescribed medications quietly disrupt digestion, hormone balance, and nutrient absorption. Learn how drugs like PPIs, antibiotics, birth control, and NSAIDs impact the gut—and how to rebuild safely using a root-cause approach.
Read MoreLong-term use of statins, metformin, diuretics, and beta blockers can quietly deplete CoQ10, magnesium, B vitamins, and electrolytes—driving fatigue, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular strain. This evidence-based guide explains how medication-related nutrient depletion occurs and what a functional medicine approach looks like for restoring metabolic resilience.
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