Balancing Hormones Naturally: Ancient Andean Wisdom Meets Modern Neuroscience (Timaru)

Join Dr Corin Storkey for an empowering workshop exploring how sacred Peruvian plant medicines—particularly maca and cacao—can naturally support hormonal balance, resilience, and overall wellbeing.

Drawing on centuries of Andean tradition, Dr Storkey will share how these remarkable plants work as adaptogens to help regulate the body’s endocrine system, support the HPA axis, ease stress responses, and promote harmony across the hormonal landscape. Diving into the clinical research surrounding the use of maca and a natural alternative to HRT Dr Storkey will break down the peer reviewed studies to explain in detail how maca can be used during menopause to support harmonious transition.

You’ll discover practical insights into the unique bioactive compounds in maca (including macamides) and the neurochemical benefits of ceremonial cacao, and how they can be used to support energy, mood, menstrual health, menopause transition, and everyday vitality.

This session also highlights Seleno Health’s ongoing research partnership with the University of Otago. By combining traditional Andean knowledge with modern neuroscience and biochemical analysis, the team is investigating how these plants interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system and broader endocrine pathways—bridging ancestral wisdom with contemporary science to enhance hormonal function and wellbeing.

Expect evidence-informed insights, cultural context, and accessible takeaways you can apply in daily life. Whether you’re navigating hormonal shifts, seeking natural support, or simply curious about plant medicines, this workshop offers a grounded, holistic perspective on restoring balance from the inside out.