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PCOS is a hormonal disorder that’s common in women of reproductive age. The exact cause of PCOS is unknown, though there are many women living with this disorder. 70% of women with PCOS are insulin resistant. Understanding what this means and how to remedy symptoms can help you live a far more comfortable and enjoyable life. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates the absorption of glucose into the cells. When someone is insulin resistant, their pancreas needs to produce more and more of the hormone in order for the body to properly absorb glucose. Insulin resistance...

Hey Family! As we all know, I’m super passionate about the use of essential oils for healing the body and symptom reduction. However, I’ve noticed that there’s a lack of knowledge in the black community regarding this age-old natural medicine. So today, I’m going to discuss essential oils, what they are, their uses, and their benefits. Essential oils are compounds that are extracted from plants such as grass, roots, flowers, and leaves. These compounds give off a smell, aroma, or fragrance and In nature, they’re used by plants to aid in protection and encourage pollination. Once extracted, we can use...