Hormonal birth control can negatively affect metabolic health and contribute to weight gain. Some types are more likely to do so than others.
insulin resistance
The role of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome in common menstrual problems such as PCOS, heavy periods, and perimenopause. Hyperinsulinemia or high insulin can impair ovulation and increase androgens in polycystic ovary syndrome. It can also cause progesterone deficiency, anovulatory cycles, and increase the thickness of the uterine lining contributing to heavy periods.
The Power of Magnesium in Perimenopause: Natural Relief for Sleep and Hormones
In women’s health, magnesium is the “Swiss Army knife” of nutrients—beneficial for everything from period pain to PCOS and PMS. It’s also a powerhouse for perimenopause, and here’s why.
How Too Much Testosterone Can Cause Weight Gain in Women
In women, too much testosterone can promote insulin resistance and visceral fat.
That’s why androgen excess is the primary driver of weight gain with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), some types of birth control, and perimenopause.
Decoding Hypoglycemia: Is It Insulin Resistance or Dysautonomia?
Is your low blood sugar a symptom of insulin resistance or mild dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system?
In episode 16 of my podcast, I return to the topic of hypoglycemia to discuss the difference between insulin resistance and dysautonomia, why unstable blood sugar does not automatically mean insulin resistance, and my concerns about continuous glucose monitoring.