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What Light Is Actually Doing to Your Hormones (And Why It's More Important Than Any Supplement)

Your body has been reading light since the moment you were born, and that light is directly shaping your hormones, your liver, your blood sugar, and your sleep. Here's what circadian biology actually means for women's health.

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A woman with dark hair smiling and holding a white mug, sitting on a beige couch in a room with abstract art and green plants, alongside a blog post about health and relationship data.
A webpage featuring two women with blog excerpts. The top right shows a woman with long dark hair resting her face on her hand, outdoors at night. The bottom left features a woman with long wavy dark hair and a septum piercing, indoors with a plain background.
A woman in a black dress stands outdoors in a grassy field with a black dog nearby, and another woman with dark hair and a green top standing in front of a large tree in a forested area.
A webpage with two sections, each featuring a photograph of a woman and text. The first woman, wearing sunglasses and a red top, is in a car. The second woman, outdoors at night, is standing in front of dark foliage, laughing and holding her stomach.

kind words from the women I work with & the vibe of working together:

Text message conversation about tracking menstrual cycles, mentioning tracking for several months and starting journaling to observe phases.
Text over a gradient background reading: "For only $22 - the value in this is next level 🔥 I wouldn't have hired Karinda if I didn't believe she is a leader in the field - this info is so invaluable"
Screen shot of a text message with positive praise, including a smiley face with hearts and a red heart emoji.
Text message expressing love for content, mentioning the D Minder app, and sharing excitement about videos.
A screenshot of a typed message or email referencing someone named Karinda and a person feeling heard by them.
Screenshot of a message thanking Karinda for supplements and mentioning plans to add slippery elm and herbal tonic, ending with a smiley face.
A digital message stating: 'Thanks so much!! I am going to go in today to pick them up :)'.
Text message conversation about testing costs, analysis, and scheduling for 2022.
A woman outdoor taking a selfie, wearing a purple beanie, a pink shirt, and headphones around her neck, with trees in the background.
Screenshot of a text message discussing how insightful and helpful a story or tip was, with an emoji and a heart emoji at the end.
Screenshot of a social media post about the positive effects of herbal tea on hormonal health and menstrual cycles, with mention of personal experience and gratitude.
Text message expressing gratitude for guidance and support, with a pink heart emoji and a red heart emoji.
Screenshot of a text message conversation expressing love for herbs, with a red heart emoji.
Screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation with one person expressing amazement and another responding with three surprised face emojis with cloud and explosion icons.
Screenshot of a text message conversation with the message: 'Never mind - we'll talk in our session together! I've booked in next Tuesday 😊 Excited to dive in and work on it with you!!' and a timestamp of 19:44.
A screenshot of a text message saying, "Morning! My special blend arrived today so I'll start taking it tonight — yippee!"
Screenshot of a WhatsApp chat showing two voice messages and a text message with a prayer hands emoji. The chat background has a doodle pattern.
A WhatsApp chat between two people where one person is expressing gratitude and sharing their experience about switching to naturopathic brain therapy, with emoticons such as a smiling face with a sweat drop, folded hands, sparkling stars, hands in a
Screenshot of a messaging app with a text message thanking someone for their messages, expressing understanding, validation, and gratitude, including emojis like a prayer hands and a red heart.
Text message exchange about facial skin inflammation and visible changes
A digital screen showing a motivational quote about feeling energized and planning a business pop-up session.
A screenshot of a text message conversation with a message about feeling better after using broths, hydrolyte, coconut water, and salt, mentioning relief from dizzy spells and shortness of breath, ending with a heart emoji.
Screenshot of a text message conversation with a praise message and a praying hands emoji.
Screenshot of a chat message expressing positive feelings about adding gluten and dairy free options, noting improved mood and energy after three days.
Screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation with two messages. The first message expresses happiness and relief after waking up refreshed, mentioning feeling like a normal person for the first time in a long time, and includes praying hands and a grinning
WhatsApp conversation with messages about supporting a journey, appreciation, and gratitude, including emojis of hearts, praying hands, and happy faces.
Screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation showing a green message at the top, white messages with a red heart emoji, and a reply message with emoji.
Screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation with a green and white chat background. The first message is in green, says 'Prescription done, you'll have an email from vital.ly asking to confirm your account & order. Free shipping on your first order, yay,'
Screenshot of a messaging app displaying a text message about starting ACV and fiber drinks, adding cinnamon in the morning before food.
Screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation with audio message, pink highlight, and text messages discussing a treatment plan.
Text saying: "Hey beauty! My herbs arrived today! I'm excited!"
A WhatsApp conversation showing a voice message from a woman, and a text message expressing gratitude and appreciation for massage tutorials.
Text message discussing emotional readiness and confidence for an upcoming challenge, mentioning feeling grounded and prepared, with an emoji of two hands pressed together.
Text message conversation expressing love and excitement for a treatment plan, with a red heart emoji.
Email message beginning with "Hi Karinda," thanking for a detailed email and mentioning receipt of a treatment plan.
Screenshot of a text message expressing gratitude and excitement about a positive experience, ending with a smiling emoji.
Screenshot of a message addressed to Karinda, discussing well-being, energy levels, and supplement plans.
Screenshot of an email response with the subject 'Re: Update' addressing Karinda, expressing gratitude for her reply and help.
Text message expressing gratitude and feeling blessed, with prayer hands, pink hearts, and a red heart emojis.
A person wearing a dark jacket with long blonde hair holding a pink card with a message about working with a naturopath for endometriosis, mentioning an Instagram handle @karinda.wholistic.therapies, and expressing positive feelings about the experie
Close-up of a woman with blonde hair wearing a dark jacket. There is a colorful, curved text that says 'HEALING' and an arrow pointing to a maroon text box that reads: 'She's given me a full treatment plan and I'm on my way to the shops now to fill m
Screenshot of a text message expressing gratitude for shared knowledge about menstrual and hormonal issues, mentioning positive experiences on Instagram and looking forward to future emails.
Screenshot of a text message conversation with three messages and a heart emoji, expressing gratitude and affection.
Close-up of a person with long red hair wearing a pink shirt, with overlaid text discussing holistic therapy and hormones.
Screenshot of a text message expressing gratitude, mentioning improved eating habits, using ointment from a friend, and sending love.
Text message saying, 'Thanks for reaching out :) I'm thankfully okay at the moment but I haven't forgotten about you as you've been such an amazing help to me.'
Screenshot of a text message conversation discussing the effectiveness of a herbal mixture for menstrual health, with enthusiastic and positive responses, and a red heart emoji.
Screenshot of a message discussing implementing a food and sleep routine, mentioning improved energy, wellbeing, and avoiding crashes, with a red heart emoji at the bottom.
WhatsApp message with green background, excited emojis, face with tears of joy emojis, blushing face emojis, and a smiling face with hearts emoji, expressing excitement and appreciation.
Screenshot of a text conversation about herbal supplement and blood clots.
Screenshot of a text message or chat conversation expressing gratitude and a request for videos.
A screenshot of a text message saying, 'And haha love the hippy advice, will do that too,' with a smiling face with hearts emoji and a red heart emoji below.
A screenshot of a text message discussing implementing a food and sleep routine for better energy and wellbeing, mentioning recent podcasts and a heart emoji.
Text from social media post discussing women's health, fertility, hormonal birth control, and related topics.
A screenshot of a text message with a black background, expressing gratitude with a red heart emoji.
A screenshot of a text message discussing podcast episodes and tips about living cyclically.
Screenshot of a text message conversation with a black background. The first message says, "Thank you! I’ve got it 😊 Really appreciate the extra work u do after the sessions and I’ll keep you updated when I get my next blood tests back :)" with a re
A handwritten note or letter discussing health updates, including absence of back pain and acne concerns, upcoming medical appointment, and gratitude.
Screenshot of a handwritten email or note discussing a meeting and package options, addressed to Karinda.
Screenshot of a handwritten or typed letter addressed to Karinda, discussing interest in a 12-week package and planning to follow up.
A screenshot of a text message expressing love and excitement for creating magic, luteal phases, and appreciation for an important cycle; includes a heart emoji at the bottom.
A text message discussing someone's high caliber and integrity, describing their qualities as delicious, thoughtful, and supportive of others' cycles, accompanied by a red heart emoji.
A screenshot of a text message conversation about teas, knowledge, and a heart emoji.
Screenshot of a messaging app showing a voice message and a text reply praising a blend called Damiana for its relaxing and sexy qualities, with a praying hands emoji.
Screenshot of a text message conversation with positive and supportive messages, including emojis, about an intense experience and future sessions.
Screenshot of a Google review for Brooke & Nick (Two Food Friends) by a customer praising Karinda (Natropath) and the pillar health clinic, mentioning support, warmth, and being the best.
Screenshot of a social media comment praising someone for learning about how a pill works and thanking them for empowerment through knowledge, with a pink diagram and a pink heart drawing.
A screenshot of a text message conversation discussing the pros and cons of hormonal IUDs, followed by a message thanking the sender for the information, with a red heart emoji at the bottom.
A screenshot of a text message conversation with three messages and heart emojis. The first message talks about feeling better and being glad to have someone in their corner. The second mentions taking a bath before training as a relaxing break. The
Text message with a red heart emoji expressing congratulations on an ebook about female menstrual cycles.
Screenshot of a social media comment thread with two comments from a user named Karinda Jay expressing love for a book, accompanied by a red heart emoji and multiple heart emojis.
A screenshot of a text message conversation discussing the benefits of broccoli sprouts and fibre/vegetables for gut health, with a humorous poop emoji included.
Screenshot of an email titled 'Re: Treatment Plan is here!' with thank you messages and motivational content, including emojis like sparkles and a smiling face with heart-shaped eyes.
Screenshot of an email titled 'Re: Supplements & Advice' with a greeting and a thank you message to Karinda.
Screenshot of a text message expressing relief and gratitude, mentioning someone named Karinda for her work.
Screenshot of a positive review about Karinda, mentioning her warmth and caring, holistic approach to health, and excellent Five Star service.
Letter addressed to Karinda discussing a project at the movement, following rules, and the benefit of echinacea and naturopathy.
Text excerpt about health treatment progress and ongoing consultations.
Close-up of a printed email message thanking someone for their help and looking forward to future work.
A screenshot of a thank you email expressing appreciation for a treatment plan, mentioning a video, and discussing supplement order and duration.
A screenshot of a text message exchange expressing gratitude and excitement, mentioning about six spoonfuls left.
Screenshot of an email addressed to Karinda, discussing supplements from Vital.ly, skincare from Julie, lifestyle changes, and observations of ovulation.
Screenshot of a typed email expressing excitement about receiving a treatment plan, probiotics, and gut healing powder.
A handwritten note on paper expressing gratitude to Karinda for guidance and meeting during a healing journey.
A typed thank you letter addressed to Karinda expressing gratitude for the support and clarity.
A screenshot of a social media post with a message about skin reactions and a lack of breakout despite having a period, mentioning vegan ice cream, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls.
Text about improved digestion and regular bowel movements after taking new powder.
A screenshot of a handwritten letter or message with redacted text, possibly from an email or note, discussing supplements, chewing, flower essences, and experiencing relief from menstruation.
Screenshot of a handwritten note or message discussing improvements in health, skin, diet, and gratitude for help received.
Screenshot of a personal email expressing happiness about pregnancy and improved sleep.
A pink background with white text expressing excitement about receiving support with an endingometriosis condition, signed by @karinda.wholistic.therapies.
Text message conversation discussing a Masterclass on understanding the four seasons of the menstrual cycle, hormones, and self-awareness, with a recommendation to sign up and open oneself to awareness.