What’s the best diet for menopause?
As we approach menopause, our bodies and minds go through a lot of changes. You might notice that it’s harder to lose weight, that you
As we approach menopause, our bodies and minds go through a lot of changes. You might notice that it’s harder to lose weight, that you
Menopause and your immune system – what’s the link? Here we’ll break down the reasons why you might be more susceptible to illness during this
Can alcohol make menopause symptoms worse? Many of us enjoy the occasional drink but if you are going through perimenopause, you may be looking to
You might have seen TV footage of people merrily plunging into icy cold ponds, lakes and even the sea – an activity known as wild
Anxiety is one of those symptoms that people don’t often connect with menopause, but fluctuating hormones mean that it’s actually very common. However, for some
Endo belly is a term used to describe uncomfortable abdominal bloating that’s associated with endometriosis. Now, we’re not talking about the short-term bloating that you
We believe in the importance of tackling myths and misinformation around fertility. That’s why our approach, product and tests have all been developed by leading
If plastic-free periods weren’t already having a moment – they certainly are now. When it comes to sustainability, mainstream tampons and period pads fall short.
Less than a week into 2023 and we’re willing to bet that you’ve already broken at least one of your New Year’s resolutions – we
PMS ( pre-menstrual syndrome) is common – but does this mean we should never question it? About 95% of women experience these physical and emotional
Can stress impact your menstrual cycle? We all know that stress is bad for your body and mind, but can it also impact your period?
Wondering how to eat healthy for your hormones over the holidays? At all life stages, balancing our hormones is key to good health – and
From a young age, we’ve probably encountered plenty of myths surrounding contraceptive use and fertility. Some were due to a lack of access to clear
To celebrate our first month at Parla, we’re taking you behind the scenes and (re) introducing you to the visionary behind the community. Meet our
Your emotional health should always be a top priority, but we believe our emotional health and reproductive health are intrinsically linked. Whether you are trying
Dr Linda Farahani, fertility expert and advisor to Parla, explains her team’s latest research on the link between miscarriage and sperm health. Link between sperm
1 in 10 women suffer from endometriosis, so it’s an important topic for us to discuss and raise more awareness about. Nutritionist, Hormone & Gut
It’s likely we’re all familiar with some level of period pain. Whilst serious pain is not something you should ignore – and definitely is something
Endometriosis is a common condition affecting 1.5 million women in the UK, with 6-10% of women of reproductive age being diagnosed – and yet it
It is totally normal to have vaginal discharge – but what does it mean when the consistency or colour changes? Discharge can vary throughout our
We need to talk about infertility under 30. The media seems to paint an image that infertility is only confined to older couples but in
The femtech industry has been changing the way we think about women’s health and fertility in recent years. It’s already democratising fertility treatments, raising awareness,
Co-Founder of Adia (now Parla), Rose Acton, shares her experience of being diagnosed with a brain tumour and Lynch Syndrome and how this has impacted
Meet Grace Carey-Canton – registered Nutritionist (mBANT) (mCNHC) specialising in reproductive health. She works with people on a vastly ranging and ever-expanding list of symptoms
Meet Roberta Stringer – Naturopathic Nutritionist with a special interest in sperm health and hormones. After a successful career as a TV publicist, Roberta pursued
Pain is your body’s way of communicating with you, sending out a flare to let you know that something isn’t right.
It’s impossible to ignore the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement right now. As a possibly new (and often uncomfortable) concept for many non-black people, it just
The connection between age and fertility is one of the hottest topics amongst the Parla community. With more women wanting to plan their family life
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