I'm Hormonal | Hormone balance, gut health & nutrition insights

Send us Fan Mail The Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) offers a science-backed approach to natural birth control that helps you understand your fertile window through tracking biological markers like basal body temperature and cervical mucus. Nat, a fertility awareness educator, explains how this method empowers women by providing deeper insights into their cycles and hormonal patterns. • FAM is no...

Send us Fan Mail Getting to the root cause of hormone imbalance doesn't require overwhelming changes or massive time investments. Small, targeted actions that address foundational aspects of hormone health can create powerful shifts in how you feel while fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule. Today we talk about some things you can do in 10-minutes or less to help support balanced hormon...

Send us Fan Mail We explore why addressing hormone imbalances requires focusing on the underlying root cause rather than applying symptom-focused band-aids. Taking a foundational approach saves time, money, and frustration while creating lasting results for issues like PMS, irregular periods, and bloating. • Root cause approach means fixing the actual problem (like repairing a roof leak) rather th...

Send us Fan Mail Period pain doesn't have to be your monthly reality despite what society has normalized. Most clients see significant improvements within 30-90 days by making specific diet, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. • Understanding the difference between normal prostaglandin-related pain and problematic symptoms • Recognizing how inflammation, infection, and allergies can worsen peri...

Send us Fan Mail Period pain isn't a normal part of womanhood that we should accept and endure. Up to 71% of women report having period pain, with 45% saying it impacts their daily activities and 30% needing to take days off work. • Prostaglandins cause normal period cramps by triggering uterine contractions to shed the endometrial lining • Inflammation from diet, stress, digestive issues or...

Send us Fan Mail We explore the five key factors beyond hormone imbalance that can cause vaginal irritation, infection, and microbiome disruptions that many women experience without clear explanations. This mini-episode provides practical detection strategies and solutions for identifying your specific triggers, with special focus on maintaining vaginal health while traveling. • Blood sugar spikes...

Send us Fan Mail Still wondering how your hormones influence potential infections, and how you can get to the bottom of it all? Vaginal health is influenced by multiple factors beyond hormones, including blood sugar, gut health, estrogen levels, vaginal pH, and immune function. Understanding these connections can help address and prevent recurrent infections or irritations. Nixit Discount Code : 1...

Send us Fan Mail We explore how women in sales can align work activities with their menstrual cycle phases to maximize productivity and success. This mini-episode breaks down specific strategies for leveraging hormonal patterns throughout the month to feel more naturally aligned with different sales tasks and professional responsibilities. Grab your free guide " Unlock Peak Performance: A Gui...

Send us Fan Mail Your menstrual cycle can be your secret weapon for peak professional performance when you understand how to align your workflow with your changing hormones throughout the month. By recognizing the unique strengths of each cycle phase, you can strategically schedule tasks, meetings, and presentations to match your natural energy levels and cognitive abilities. Grab the free guide s...

Send us Fan Mail We explore how to get essential nutrients from food and lifestyle changes rather than expensive supplements. This mini episode dives into practical alternatives that can be equally or more effective than bottled supplements. • Incorporate adaptogens into your daily routine through adaptogen coffee blends or powders added to energy balls • Support your stress response with free bre...

Send us Fan Mail Supplements are an important tool in today's world where our food has fewer nutrients than in the past, but taking them without understanding why or choosing low-quality brands can waste money and potentially harm health. We explore the top three mistakes people make with supplements and how to choose products that genuinely support your body's needs. • Mistake #1: Relyi...

Send us Fan Mail We dive deep into how workplace factors might be worsening your PMS symptoms and offer practical solutions for busy professionals to reclaim their full month and eliminate that "caution tape" week. • PMS symptoms like bloating, anxiety, headaches, and mood swings typically occur the week before your period and should alleviate shortly after it begins • Work-related stres...

Send us Fan Mail PMS is not an inevitable part of womanhood but rather a signal that your hormone balance is off. Understanding the relationship between estrogen dominance and progesterone insufficiency gives us the power to address these symptoms and support our bodies for smoother menstrual cycles. • PMS specifically refers to symptoms occurring 7-10 days before your period starts, not during yo...

Send us Fan Mail Get the resource that accompanies this episode! Click here to download . We tackle the frustrating issue of persistent bloating with five practical strategies you can implement immediately, while emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes for lasting relief. • Digestive enzymes as a helpful supplement, especially when traveling or eating foods outside your normal diet •...

Send us Fan Mail Get the resource that accompanies this episode! Click here to download . Bloating isn't a necessary evil that women must endure due to stress, busyness, or menstruation. We break down the real causes and practical solutions so you can finally address this uncomfortable issue and move on with your life. • Bloating stems from swallowed air, gas in your digestive tract, or fluid...

Send us Fan Mail Today we debunk five common hormone myths to help you understand what's truly normal for your menstrual cycles and what symptoms might indicate hormonal imbalances. • Your cycle doesn't have to be exactly 28 days—anything from 21-35 days is considered normal • Not everyone ovulates on day 14—ovulation timing varies widely among individuals • Signs of approaching ovulatio...

Send us Fan Mail Foundational knowledge about your menstrual cycle is essential before you can effectively address hormone imbalances causing problematic symptoms. Understanding the key hormones at play during different phases helps you recognize patterns and identify potential imbalances affecting your health. • Five important hormones regulate your menstrual cycle: estrogen, progesterone, testos...

Send us Fan Mail We dive into five key signs of high testosterone in women, exploring how hormonal imbalances manifest in the body and what each symptom might reveal about your health. This mini-episode offers practical insights to help you decode your body's hormonal signals and understand when testosterone might be playing a role in your symptoms. • Facial hair growth, especially coarse chi...

Send us Fan Mail Facial hair growth in women isn't random but a sign of hormone imbalance that should be addressed at its root cause to prevent worsening over time.  • Facial hair often indicates high androgens (testosterone, DHT) which can cause irregular periods, acne, and scalp hair thinning • Contributing factors include genetics, stress, diet, medications, PCOS, and insulin resistance  •...

Send us Fan Mail Unpredictable cycles can severely impact your schedule, quality of life, and family planning goals. Today we explore how proper nourishment during busy workdays can support hormonal balance and help regulate your cycle. • Recap of three common causes of irregular periods: stress, perimenopause, and PCOS • Additional factors include elevated prolactin levels and medication effects...

Send us Fan Mail Unpredictable periods signal potential hormone imbalances that can impact everything from mood to fertility and energy levels. This comprehensive guide walks through the three most common causes of irregular cycles and helps you determine where to start addressing your specific situation. • Irregular periods defined as cycles varying by more than four days from one cycle to the ne...

Send us Fan Mail Creating a consistent bedtime routine is essential for hormonal balance, especially when traveling or dealing with busy schedules. This mini-episode provides a step-by-step guide to building a nighttime ritual that grounds you and supports quality sleep no matter where you are. • Reflect on your current routine and identify what works and what needs improvement • Use technology st...

Send us Fan Mail We uncover the critical connections between sleep deprivation and hormone imbalances, revealing why inadequate rest might be sabotaging your health. Through practical guidance on optimizing your sleep environment and habits, we provide actionable steps to improve your hormonal balance and overall wellbeing. • Cortisol and melatonin work in opposition—when cortisol is high, melaton...

Send us Fan Mail Travel doesn't have to derail your hormonal health and stress levels. We explore three practical strategies to stay balanced while on the road, helping you maintain your hormonal equilibrium no matter where your journey takes you. • Pack digestive enzymes to support your system when eating out or consuming foods you normally avoid • Bring a multivitamin or adaptogenic supplem...

Send us Fan Mail Stress isn't just a mental burden—it's actively derailing your hormones and gut health, leading to unpredictable periods, constant bloating, and depleted energy levels. • Different types of stress affect your body: work pressure, chemical exposure, food sensitivities, sleep deprivation, blood sugar spikes, and intense workouts • High cortisol levels can prevent ovulation...