Hormone health, understood.
Since 2005 · Portland, Oregon
Two decades of evidence on hormone balance, perimenopause and menopause, written for the woman living through it and the clinician sitting across from her. No hype. No supplements to sell.
An educational institute, not a clinic. Everything here is free to read.
883+Articles
Why we exist
Women In Balance Institute was founded to close that gap. We translate the research on hormone balance into language a woman can take into an appointment, and give clinicians the science to meet her there.
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since the Institute was founded at the National University of Natural Medicine.
Most women arrive with a symptom, not a diagnosis. Each entry explains what is happening hormonally, what else it could be, and what actually helps.
All symptomsAging & Facial Changes4 min read
Aging is a natural process, but the visible changes it brings to the skin often encourage women to explore ways of maintaining a firmer, healthier complexion. One of the most noticeable age-related…
Read the articleBeauty & Skincare4 min read
Why Women Should Stop Picking at Pimples and Start Supporting Skin HealingEvery woman has experienced it. You wake up to an unexpected breakout before an important meeting, a date, or a special event. The temptation to squeeze or pick at that blemish can feel impossible to…Advice4 min read
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: A Guide for Women and FamiliesUnderstanding Alzheimer’s disease can help women and families make informed decisions about prevention, care, and treatment options. Learning how the disease affects memory, thinking, and daily life…Health & Wellness5 min read
Women’s Recovery After Injury: Why Supporting the Healing Process MattersWhether you’re training for a marathon, chasing after young children, recovering from surgery, or simply trying to stay active as you get older, injuries can disrupt every aspect of daily life. For…Elder Care5 min read
Why Your Knees Started Hurting in Midlife, and What It Might MeanFor many women, knee pain seems to appear almost overnight. One day you’re walking the dog, climbing stairs, gardening, or enjoying your favorite workout without a second thought. Then, suddenly…Women in Medicine6 min read
How Women Can Pursue a Psychology Degree Without Putting Life on HoldFor many women, the idea of going back to school is both exciting and intimidating. Whether you’re raising children, working full-time, caring for aging parents, or balancing multiple…Free tools
18 calculators and symptom quizzes, each built on published clinical formulas. Nothing is stored, nothing is sent anywhere.
Our science reports pull together the peer-reviewed literature by body system, with citations, so you can see what is actually established and what is still contested.
Before your next appointment
A prepared appointment changes the conversation. Take the printable question list, the symptom quiz, or read what tests are worth asking for.
