Nicole Smith

Should You Try DIM for Hormone Balance? : Here’s What You Need to Know About This Crucial Estrogen Detox Support

Hormone imbalances like estrogen dominance are at the root of so many symptoms women experience in perimenopause: If this sounds like you, one supplement we commonly use at Antigravity Wellness to help restore balance is DIM—short for Diindolylmethane. So what exactly is DIM, how does it work, and who should (or shouldn’t) take it? Let’s […]

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Should You Try Vitex for Early Perimenopause? Here’s What to Know About This Powerful Herbal Ally for Hormone Balance

In early perimenopause, your cycles may still be coming (though sometimes a little irregular), but you’re already noticing subtle shifts—PMS that feels worse, mood swings that sneak up on you, heavier periods, or breast tenderness that wasn’t there before. This phase can feel confusing, especially when you’re “not quite menopausal” but definitely not feeling like

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Starting Testosterone for the First Time? Here’s What to Expect (And Why It Might Be the Game-Changer You’ve Been Waiting For)

Low libido. Low motivation. Poor muscle tone. Mental fog. Mood swings.If this sounds like your daily struggle, and nothing you’ve tried has helped, testosterone might just be the missing link. Yes—women need testosterone too. And when it’s deficient, no amount of estrogen or progesterone alone will get you all the way back to feeling like

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DHEA, Vaginal Estrogen, or Testosterone? Understanding Your Options for Low Libido, Vaginal Dryness, and Sexual Wellness in Perimenopause and Beyond

If you’re feeling disconnected from intimacy, experiencing vaginal dryness or discomfort, or wondering what happened to your libido, you’re not alone. Hormone changes during perimenopause and menopause can cause profound shifts in how your body—and brain—respond to arousal, desire, and intimacy. Many women feel frustrated, embarrassed, or even broken. You are not broken. You’re just

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Starting DHEA for the First Time? Here’s What You Need to Know

Maybe your provider just recommended DHEA, or you’ve seen it mentioned in relation to fatigue, low libido, or mood—and you’re wondering:What is this stuff, and what will it actually do for me? At Antigravity Wellness, we often incorporate DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) as part of a personalized hormone support plan for women in their 30s, 40s, and

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Starting Progesterone for the First Time? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’re about to start bioidentical progesterone, you might be feeling a mix of hope and hesitation. Maybe you’ve heard it can help with sleep, mood, and anxiety—but you’re not quite sure what to expect. Or you’re wondering if it’s really necessary, especially if you’ve had a hysterectomy. Let’s clear it all up. At Antigravity

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“I Can’t Afford to Invest in My Health Right Now”: How to Reframe the Cost of Hormonal Healing as an Investment, Not a Luxury

Let’s be real: life is expensive. Between groceries, gas, bills, and kids’ activities, adding one more thing to your budget can feel overwhelming. And when it comes to investing in your health, it’s easy to push it to the bottom of the list with thoughts like: “I’ll deal with it later.” “I’ll wait until things

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“I Should Be Able to Figure This Out on My Own”: Why Going It Alone Might Be Holding You Back From Hormonal Healing

If you’ve ever opened your browser at midnight, desperate for answers about your fatigue, bloating, weight gain, or anxiety—only to end up in a rabbit hole of conflicting advice—you’re not alone. So many women come into Antigravity Wellness saying, “I thought I should be able to figure this out myself.” They’ve read every blog. Tried

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“It’s Just Aging”—Or Is It Something More?

How many times have you been told: “That’s just what happens when you get older.” For women navigating their late 30s, 40s, and beyond, it’s common to experience symptoms like fatigue, irritability, weight gain, insomnia, low libido, or brain fog. And yet, when they bring these concerns to a healthcare provider, they’re often told: “Your

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Starting Estrogen for the First Time? Here’s What to Expect (and What to Ask)

If you’re about to start estrogen replacement therapy for the first time, you likely have a LOT of questions—maybe even a few nerves. That’s normal. Here at Antigravity Wellness, we specialize in helping women navigate this transition with clarity and confidence. We believe hormone therapy should feel empowering, not overwhelming. In this article, we’ll walk

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