Marina Danilova Clinic

27/11/2025

A Message for All Women

True recovery and resilience don’t come from a single appointment or a single prescription, but from a continuum – an unfolding process of recalibration, alignment, and genuine healing.

1. Begin personalised holistic care

If you’re ready to understand your health more deeply - bone, hormones, nervous system, and overall wellbeing - you’re welcome to begin or resume care in my clinic, online or in person.

2. For former patients

Regular check-ins allow us to spot potential imbalances early and ensure you remain on the path to optimal health. This is a gentle invitation to schedule your review in January - a chance to start the year with an updated, personalised plan.

Book your appointment, link in the comments.

24/11/2025

Most women know about the emotional and physical shifts of perimenopause. Far fewer realise that one of the most important changes is silent:
Bone loss can accelerate years before menopause is complete.

Last week I shared Part 1 of my bone health series - exploring how oestrogen protects our skeletal strength and why midlife is such a pivotal window.

Today, Part 2 is live.

This one is practical. Evidence-based. Action-oriented.

It covers the tools that genuinely make a difference:
– The forms of exercise that stimulate bone growth
– The nutrients and supplements that build the foundation for long-term resilience
– Why hormone therapy remains one of the strongest biomedical options
– How Chinese herbal medicine supports bone health through multi-pathway, whole-body mechanisms
– The tests that give a clear picture of bone status (beyond just a DEXA scan)
– And why it’s never too late — women in their 60s and 70s can still improve strength, balance, and stability.

Understanding your physiology gives you the clarity to protect your long-term strength.
Read the full article:

Discover how to prevent bone loss during perimenopause with evidence-based strategies: resistance training, optimal nutrition, hormone therapy, bone turnover markers, and integrative support for women at midlife.

19/11/2025

Most women know about hot flushes and mood shifts in perimenopause…
But few realise this:

✨ Your BONES are often the first place where hormonal changes show up – quietly and without symptoms.

Oestrogen plays a major role in keeping bones strong.
It supports bone-building cells, slows breakdown, and keeps inflammation in check.

When levels start to fluctuate in perimenopause, bone loss can accelerate – sometimes years before menopause is complete.

The surprising part?
Many women in their 40s already show early osteopenia, or even osteoporosis, on scans done for unrelated pain.

But this isn’t a message of fear – it’s a message of opportunity.
Perimenopause is the ideal time to protect your bones for the decades ahead.

I’ve written a new article about:
– How oestrogen supports your skeleton
– Why bone loss can begin in your 40s
– What recent research shows
– What you need to know now

Read Part 1:

Bone loss in perimenopause is often silent, but understanding the role of oestrogen helps women take proactive steps. Explore how hormonal changes affect bone density and what the latest research reveals.

08/10/2025

I now offer DUTCH test for my patients.

DUTCH ((Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) provides a 24-hour picture of how your body produces, uses, and clears hormones. It measures:

- Oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone — and how they’re metabolised.
- Cortisol and cortisone — mapping your stress and energy rhythm across the day.
- Melatonin — your sleep hormone.
- Key nutrient and detox markers — including B-vitamins, oxidative stress, and antioxidant capacity.

This gives us an overview of how your hormones are functioning and how your body is processing them, and contributes insight into your overall health for personalised treatment plan.

https://www.marinadanilova.com/dutch-test-hormone-mapping

01/10/2025

I’m pleased to share that my clinic now offers Mira at-home hormone monitoring.

Mira provides quantitative, lab-level hormone data from the comfort of home - a valuable tool for women navigating:

- Fertility & TTC
- Perimenopause & menopause transitions
- Conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis or irregular cycles
- Monitoring HRT or natural treatment plans

As a practitioner, I integrate Mira results into a broader care plan - so the data becomes meaningful and actionable.

An exclusive 30% clinic discount is available. Contact me to discuss which kit is right for your needs and to receive your code.

18/09/2025

Castor oil packs may sound like old wisdom - and they are - but they remain one of the simplest ways women can support their reproductive health at home.

Research and clinical observation suggest they can:
* Increase circulation in the uterus and ovaries
* Support reduction in cysts and fibroids
* Ease pelvic pain and congestion
* Improve digestion and detox pathways

In practice, I see the best results when women combine castor oil packs with Chinese herbal medicine, supplementation, and lifestyle strategies that address the root causes of hormonal and other imbalances.

I’ve outlined practical, step-by-step instructions in my new blog:

Discover how castor oil packs can ease pain, improve circulation, and support cyst or fibroid reduction when combined with herbal medicine and supplements.

15/09/2025

One of the most impactful functional tests I’ve added to my practice is gut testing.

Many women I see live with ongoing digestive issues - bloating, discomfort, irregular bowels - or even symptoms beyond the gut like fatigue, skin flare-ups, or low mood. Often, routine tests come back “normal.”

The GI360 Complete Stool Test goes deeper. It looks at your gut bacteria balance, inflammation, pathogens, and protective factors - building a fuller picture of your gut health. With this insight, we can create a personalised plan instead of relying on trial and error.

👉 Learn more about the GI360 here:

GI360 is a comprehensive stool test analysing microbiome balance, digestion, inflammation and gut health — with clear results and personalised care.

18/08/2025

New at Marina Danilova Clinic — Functional Medicine Testing for Women’s Health

Your health is more than a diagnosis.

These advanced tests help us understand your current state, identify risks before they turn into illness, and create a clear, actionable plan toward optimal wellbeing.

I now offer:
- Conventional test result assessment - through a functional lens
- DUTCH test (hormone mapping)
- Microbiome analysis (gut and vaginal)
- Comprehensive blood panels

Some tests can be done at home, others via your local lab - all of them provide deeper insight into your health and guide a personalised care plan.

Available for my patients in the UK and EU.

Learn More → https://www.marinadanilova.com/functional-medicine-testing-marina-danilova-clinic

Go beyond diagnosis with functional medicine testing. DUTCH, hormones, microbiome, blood panels & more. Understand your health, assess risks, and get a personalised plan.

12/08/2025

✨ Something new is coming to the clinic…

For years, I’ve been helping women uncover the *why* behind their symptoms — but soon, I’ll have even more tools to guide you.

From hormones to microbiomes, from risk factors to personalised health roadmaps — these tests go far beyond “normal” ranges to help you see the bigger picture of your health.

Stay tuned — I can’t wait to share this with you. 💛

24/06/2025

Why Plant Support Matters — Even With Hormonal Therapy

Hormonal therapy — whether it's used to regulate cycles, manage chronic conditions, or ease the transition through perimenopause and menopause — can be a powerful intervention. But hormones are often only part of the solution.

No matter the reason for hormonal therapy, your body still has to absorb, process, and eliminate those hormones efficiently. If your liver, gut, or nervous system isn’t functioning well, the therapy may become less effective — or lead to unwanted side effects.

That’s where plant-based support — including herbal medicine and nutrition — becomes an essential ally. In some cases, it can eliminate the need for hormonal therapy altogether. In others, it enhances the effectiveness of treatment by supporting the systems that regulate and respond to hormones in the first place.

In my latest article, I explore how personalised herbal medicine, herbs at home, and targeted nutrition can:
- Help your body metabolise and clear hormones more effectively
- Reduce inflammation and histamine-related symptoms
- Improve mood, sleep, digestion, and energy
- Work alongside hormonal therapy — or, in some cases, replace the need for it

Read the full article, link in the comments.

27/05/2025

Chinese medicine has long taught that health depends on aligning with nature’s rhythms - daily, seasonal, lunar.

Now, chronobiology confirms it: our biological clocks are hardwired for time.

Discover how ancient wisdom and modern science converge - and why it matters in an age of artificial light, irregular schedules, and constant connectivity.

👉 Read the full article.

Chinese medicine has long taught that health depends on syncing with nature’s cycles. Now, chronobiology is confirming it: our biological clocks are hardwired for rhythm.

19/05/2025

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) affects millions of women, often starting in the 40s or even earlier. GSM encompasses a range of symptoms related to low oestrogen levels in the vaginal and lower urinary tract tissues. These include:

- Vaginal dryness, burning, or irritation
- Pain or discomfort during s*x
- Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Urinary urgency or frequency
- Vulval discomfort or itching

It's a common, progressive condition, yet it’s frequently overlooked or dismissed. In my new article, I am sharing what GSM is, why it matters, and how it can be safely and effectively treated.

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause affects the vaginal and urinary systems due to the natural decline in oestrogen. Learn about evidence-based treatments.