Dr. Catherine On Wellness

Understanding Menopausal Insomnia: Causes and Solutions

As a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine specializing in women's health, I've seen countless patients struggle with sleep issues during perimenopause and menopause. The good news? There ar...

Navigating Alternative Therapies for Perimenopause & Menopause Relief

Perimenopause and menopause are significant transitions in a woman’s life, often accompanied by a range of physical and emotional symptoms. Hot flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances, and change...

Boosting Energy Levels Naturally: Tips for Women Over 40

As women enter their 40s, it's not uncommon to experience a dip in energy levels. Between managing work, family, and personal commitments, fatigue can easily become a daily struggle. However, low ...

The Journey of Hormonal Balance: PMS to Menopause & Beyond

As a woman and a healthcare practitioner, I've seen countless women struggle with hormonal imbalances, and I'm here to tell you that there's hope beyond PMS and menopause symptoms. Through my year...

Pleasure as Medicine: A New Perspective on Menopause and Self-Stimulation

What if pleasure, specifically self-stimulation, could be a pathway to not just reconnecting, but healing and empowerment? New research is revealing that self-stimulation goes far beyond simple pl...

The Science Behind Adaptogenic Herbs: Hormonal Balance & Stress

  Adaptogenic herbs, or simply adaptogens, are a unique class of plants that help your body "adapt" to physical, chemical, and biological stressors. They work by modulating your body's stress respo...

Effective Natural Remedies for Cramps Relief

Key Highlights Explore effective ways to relieve menstrual cramps, like acupressure, heat therapy, and gentle stretching. Learn how staying hydrated and changing your diet can help lessen cramps....

Understanding Hormone Imbalance: Identifying the Symptoms

Hormone imbalance is a common health issue that affects millions of women worldwide. It can cause a range of symptoms, from mood swings and fatigue to weight gain and fertility issues. In this blo...

Nervous System Reset Guide

What common factors can cause our nervous system to become dysregulated? Chronic stress, trauma, adverse childhood experiences, unhealthy lifestyle choices, environmental factors, genetic predispo...

How Acupuncture Works to Relieve Stress and Anxiety in Women

When it comes to stress and anxiety, we all have a different threshold. But one thing is consistent, as women, we are prone to support, organize, accommodate, nurture, solve, coordinate, and bend ...

Healthy Habits for Menstrual Cycle Wellness

Menstrual health is an essential component of our overall well-being. Paying attention to it can help us in so many ways, having nothing to do with getting or not getting pregnant. It can empower ...

Magnesium-Rich Foods for Period Cramps and PMS: What to Eat

Do you suffer from PMS? While there are various ways to manage these symptoms, one often overlooked approach is to include magnesium rich foods in your diet.   PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, is a ...