Spring to Life Journal
Spring to Life Journal
Breathe deep. Live fully. Spring to life.
Subscribe to the RSS feed
*
Subscribe to the RSS feed *
for automatic updates when new articles are published
Your Sex Drive on the Pill: How Hormonal Birth Control Can Affect Desire
If you’ve noticed a drop in your sex drive while on hormonal birth control, you’re not alone. The pill can affect libido, hormone balance, and vaginal health, making sex less pleasurable or even painful. Learn how to support your gut, hormones, and sexual health while exploring non-hormonal options to reclaim desire.
Your Gut on the Pill: How Hormonal Birth Control Impacts Digestion, Hormones, and Overall Health
Are your digestive symptoms, skin rashes, or PMS really “just part of being a woman”—or could your birth control be the culprit? Hormonal contraceptives have a profound effect on your gut microbiome, the ecosystem that regulates digestion, immunity, and hormone balance. Over time, the pill can deplete essential nutrients, increase inflammation, and even contribute to conditions like IBS, anxiety, or PCOS.
The good news? You can take simple, natural steps to support your gut and ease symptoms—even if you’re not ready to stop birth control. In this post, we’ll explore how the pill impacts your gut health and share practical ways to nourish your microbiome, replenish nutrients, and protect your hormones.
The Origins and Dangers of Hormonal Birth Control
Hormonal birth control has been hailed as a medical breakthrough, but its history is more complicated—and concerning—than most women realize. From questionable testing practices to long-term health consequences like nutrient depletion, mood changes, and lowered libido, the pill’s legacy comes with serious red flags. In this article, we explore where the pill came from, the risks tied to its use, and how women can protect their health with informed choices.