by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 20, 2026
When your weight, mood, sleep, periods, or energy suddenly feel unfamiliar, it is understandable to wonder whether estrogen is part of the picture. The best foods for estrogen metabolism are not a quick fix for every hormone-related symptom, but they can provide...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 18, 2026
The handful of crackers you barely taste while answering emails. The evening trip to the pantry after a long day of caring for everyone else. The intense pull toward sugar when you are tired, anxious, or overwhelmed. If you are wondering how to stop stress eating...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 16, 2026
When your body changes in midlife, weight loss can feel far more complicated than “eat less and move more.” You may be eating thoughtfully, exercising consistently, and still watching the scale climb while energy, sleep, cravings, and confidence decline. In the...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 14, 2026
The scale may be rising even though your meals have not changed much. Afternoon cravings can feel stronger, energy may crash after lunch, and the weight that once came off with a few adjustments may seem determined to stay. If you are asking, “does menopause change...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 12, 2026
You wake up tired, reach for coffee before breakfast, feel wired by late afternoon, and then lie awake when your body should be ready for sleep. If this pattern sounds familiar, learning how to reduce cortisol can be a meaningful part of restoring your energy, mood,...
by Dr. Helene Pulnik ND | Aug 11, 2026
When weight gain seems to arrive alongside perimenopause, disrupted sleep, intense cravings, or a slowing metabolism, it can feel deeply discouraging. The conversation around semaglutide versus tirzepatide weight loss is not simply about choosing the medication...
