Is Loose Leaf Tea Better Than Tea Bags? An Honest Comparison
Tea
Larissa Bauml 6 min read
Is Loose Leaf Tea Better Than Tea Bags? An Honest Comparison

Loose leaf tea or tea bags – which is really better? While tea bags win on convenience, loose leaf tea often offers richer flavour, higher quality, and more preserved nutrients. Discover the key differences and find out how each can fit into your daily tea ritual.

Everything you need to know about Endometriosis
Health Hormones Menstruation
Larissa Bauml 8 min read
Everything you need to know about Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a chronic, systemic inflammatory condition driven by hormonal imbalance, immune activation, and nervous system sensitisation. Rather than being limited to the pelvis, it reflects a complex interaction between oestrogen-driven inflammation and impaired progesterone signalling, which can lead to pain, fatigue, digestive symptoms, and irregular or heavy bleeding.

Understanding endometriosis requires looking beyond structural changes to the underlying biological mechanisms, including inflammation, progesterone resistance, and central pain processing. This broader perspective helps explain why symptoms vary widely and why effective management often involves both medical treatment and whole-body support strategies.

Cycle Syncing: Aligning Nutrition, Training and Lifestyle with Your Menstrual Cycle
Menstruation
Larissa Bauml 7 min read
Cycle Syncing: Aligning Nutrition, Training and Lifestyle with Your Menstrual Cycle

Cycle syncing is about aligning your nutrition, workouts and daily routines with the natural phases of your menstrual cycle. Instead of pushing through every day the same way, this approach encourages you to listen to your body and adapt to changing energy, mood and recovery needs. Learn how each phase affects you and how small, flexible adjustments can support wellbeing without rigid rules or unrealistic expectations.

Cortisol Face: Stress, Skin, and What Science Really Says
Mental Health
Larissa Bauml 4 min read
Cortisol Face: Stress, Skin, and What Science Really Says

“Cortisol face” is a popular term describing how chronic stress may show up in the skin as puffiness, fine lines, acne, or sagging. While the science is still emerging, elevated cortisol can impact collagen, inflammation, and skin barrier function. This blog explores the evidence and what you can do about it.

Seed Cycling Hype or Fact?
Menstruation
Larissa Bauml 4 min read
Seed Cycling: Hype or Hormone Helper?

Seed cycling is a popular trend that claims to balance hormones by eating different seeds at specific phases of your menstrual cycle. While seeds are nutritious, scientific evidence for this practice is limited and inconclusive. Our blog explores the concept critically, offering tips on how to try it safely, and how rituals like enjoying a calming cup of tea can make the experience even more supportive.

Mind the Period Swag Gap
Menstruation
Larissa Bauml 4 min read
Is Your Period Swag Gap Worse Than Your Relationship’s?

What is the Swag Gap and why does it feel even bigger during your period? This blog explores the viral dating term and turns it on its head, looking at the very real gap between how you want to feel and how your body behaves during menstruation. With humour, honesty and a dose of self-care, we talk confidence, cramps and why support matters more than style.

4 Pillars of Women's Health: A Healthy Environment
Health
Larissa Bauml 11 min read
The 4 Pillars of Women’s Health: Pillar Four – Healthy Environment

Our environment profoundly shapes our health—from chemicals and pollution to noise and climate change. Discover in the fourth part of our pillars of women's health series, how everyday exposures impact hormones, fertility, sleep, and wellbeing, and learn practical strategies to protect yourself and thrive.

Pillars of women's health social interactions
Health
Larissa Bauml 7 min read
The 4 Pillars of Women’s Health: Pillar Three – Meaningful Social Interactions

Social connections are vital to the wellbeing of women. In this third part of our four-part series regarding the pillars of women's health, you will explore how nurturing family ties, friendships, and broader networks—and setting healthy boundaries—boost wellbeing, resilience, and happiness.

Pillars of women's health: emotional and mental wellbeing
Health
Larissa Bauml 13 min read
The 4 Pillars of Women’s Health: Pillar Two – Emotional and Mental Wellbeing

Emotional and mental wellbeing is central to our health. In this second part of our four-part series regarding the pillars of women's health, you will discover strategies to manage stress, cultivate a positive self-image, and improve sleep hygiene, all tailored to the unique challenges women face.

Pillars of Women's Health: Physical Health
Health
Larissa Bauml 15 min read
The 4 Key Pillars of Women’s Health: Pillar One – Physical Health

Women’s health has too often been treated as an afterthought, with advice based on male bodies. In this first part of our four-part series, we explore the first foundation of women's wellbeing: physical health. From exercise that respects your cycle to nutrition that supports hormones and energy, discover how to truly optimise your body and listen to its signals.

Xenoestrogens vs phytoestrogens, image for blog post by BeaVida
Hormones
Larissa Bauml 24 min read
Xenoestrogens vs Phytoestrogens - What's the difference?

Every day, women are exposed to hidden chemicals that can mimic or disrupt natural hormones. These compounds, called xenoestrogens and phytoestrogens, influence everything from mood and fertility to metabolism and ageing. This guide explains the key differences between the two, how they affect your body, and simple ways to reduce harmful exposures while supporting natural hormonal balance.

The menstrual period cycle, image for blog post by BeaVida
Menstruation
Larissa Bauml 4 min read
The Menstrual Period Cycle

Your menstrual period cycle is more than just “that time of the month”, it’s a carefully orchestrated process that affects your body, mood, and overall health. From the first day of bleeding to ovulation and the luteal phase, each stage plays an important role. Knowing what’s normal (and what isn’t) can help you spot irregularities, ease symptoms, and feel more in tune with your body.