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

Send us Fan Mail If you're a menstruator who is lucky enough to live into old age, you'll find yourself navigating perimenopause and then menopause one day. For a lot of gals out there, this can come with unwanted weight retention. Losing weight isn't the same way that it used to be.  Listen to the episode to learn about: - The factors causing "menopause belly" - What to i...

Send us Fan Mail Do you suffer from migraines? Are you wondering if they could be related to your menstrual cycle? Join me, Bridget, for this conversation on how your hormone fluctuations can unfortunately lead to migraine pain. We'll look at the causes of migraines as well as what you can do to prevent them from coming back.  Support the show I nstagram | Website | www.imhormonal.com/start/

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how the change of seasons may be influencing your hormones? Join me, Bridget Walton, as we explore the interplay between summertime and your hormones.  Sunlight, social connection, and time in nature are all good for your hormone balance. Plus, get practical tips for maintaining hormonal balance while traveling and socializing—think hydration, smart snacking...

Send us Fan Mail #35. If you're new to the hormone conversation, this episode is for you. Today you've got a shortie episode about the basics of hormones. You'll learn: - What are hormones? - What functions do hormones allow our bodies to perform? - What are the top three ways that you can impact your hormones? The takeaway for today: hormones are essential for more than just our re...

Send us Fan Mail #34. Spoiler alert! Protein protein protein. If you have daily afternoon energy crashes then this episode is for you. Bridget talks through an average day of meals for her and how they benefit consistent energy levels throughout the day. Go to this link to find the resource which writes out Bridget's normal meals and her grocery shopping check list. It's not rocket scien...

Send us Fan Mail #33. In this Mother's Day episode you'll learn about how hormones change after you... become a mother! There are a lot of hormonal changes during pregnancy and postpartum of course. Understanding what those changes are can be helpful in navigating the journey and looking forward to things leveling out after a bit of time.  Today we discuss: - Hormonal changes after birth...

Send us Fan Mail #32. If you're someone with low energy or mid-day energy drop off AND you're in the practice of working out before breakfast... this episode is for you. Bridget talks about what happens on your bod (hormonally) when you workout on an empty stomach. If you're working on healing a hormone imbalance then consider incorporating some food (ideally protein-focused) in ord...

Send us Fan Mail #31. This episode is for you if you're new to learning about your cycle, your hormones, and how it all works. Bridget walks through the basics of: - Normal cycle lengths, bleed lengths, and cycle length variations - The four phases of the menstrual cycle - Estrogen and progesterone: what they do and how they shift - Why ovulation is the most important event in the cycle If yo...

Send us Fan Mail #30. What is one of the main causes of hormone imbalance? Endocrine disrupting chemicals. You've heard of them before, surely, and today we'll talk about how they can impact your body and reproductive system. Topics include: - Recent EPA regulation change in the United States to limit PFAS levels in public drinking water - What are endocrine disrupting chemicals? - How c...

Send us Fan Mail #29. Are you curious about acupuncture, herbalism, and Chinese medicine? Have you considered how seeking a plan tailored to your specific symptoms and experience could help you achieve your health and hormone goals? Bridget interviewed Daniel Schwartz, an Acupuncturist and Herbal Medicine Practitioner, who shared his perspective on the importance of building a foundation of health...

Send us Fan Mail #28. Perimenopause? She's menopause's sister and is our topic for today. The transitional time between your regular fertile/cycling years and your non-menstruating years (menopause) can illicit changes in your hormones and the way you feel normally starting in your late 30s or 40s. Listen to this episode to hear about: - What perimenopause is - What are the phases of per...

Send us Fan Mail #27. Have you ever noticed a pattern in your cervical mucus? The white or clear liquid that gathers in your undies throughout the month. This episode walks you through what cervical mucus is, why you have it, what it does, and what it can reveal to you about where you're at in your menstrual cycle. This episode is for you if: - You're trying to conceive, and want to unde...

Send us Fan Mail #26. This week Bridget talks with Dr. Anna Melendez, a holistic chiropractor who practices in North County San Diego. With a background in nutrition, Dr. Anna has a passion for supporting women along their health journey and she shares insights on everything from chiropractic care's link to the menstrual cycle, ways to avoid inflammation, and tips for optimal metabolic health...

Send us Fan Mail #25. This week we are talking about cycle tracking: what is it, why can it be an asset to your health, and how do we get started? Host, Bridget Walton, shares details about her cycle tracking styles throughout the past six years and overviews tracking methods including: - App-based tracking - Journal-style tracking - Calendar reminders You'll hear about what factors to start...

Send us Fan Mail #24. Discover the power of syncing your fitness plan with the rhythm of your menstrual cycle for a transformative approach to health and wellness. I'm Bridget Walton, here to guide you through the ebb and flow of hormones and how they interplay with exercise. As we journey together, you'll find out how each phase of your cycle—menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, and luteal...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why your emotions seem to turn up a notch just before that time of the month? Join me, Bridget Walton, as we take a poignant journey through the hormonal fluctuations that trigger these intense feelings and uncover ways to navigate this tumultuous time with greater understanding and less distress. You'll journey alongside me into the world of estrogen a...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a transformative journey that intertwines the mystical with the scientific as we unravel the complexities of conception and hormonal health. My special guest, holistic fertility coach Emma Kale, illuminates the conversation with her personal leap from competitive athlete to functional hormone specialist. Discovering the subtle signs of imbalance is key to unlocking the m...

Send us Fan Mail If you're in California, join Bridget at the Encinitas Health & Wellness Expo on February 10th, 2024 from 10am-2pm! Register for free on Eventbrite. When it comes to maintaining a healthy hormone balance, caffeine can be here to shake things up (yikes). Caffeine can also be a tool that you use to your advantage. It's all about understanding how caffeine impacts your...

Send us Fan Mail If you're in California, join Bridget at the Encinitas Health & Wellness Expo on February 10th, 2024 from 10am-2pm! Register for free on Eventbrite. What you eat has a huge impact on your health, hormones, and how you feel. To vegan, or not to vegan? Are you someone who has dabbled in a plant-based diet as well? Join me, Bridget Walton, this week to hear about my transiti...

Send us Fan Mail If you're someone who suffers from unruly and never-ending menstrual bleeding, join me today to learn more. We'll talk about: - Common causes of excess bleeding - Supplements that can help prevent heavy bleeding - Tests that you might consider to discover more about the root cause of the bleeding Estrogen is a growth hormone so excess estrogen can lead to a greater build...

Send us Fan Mail Alright, so what actually is PCOS? Let's break it down in today's episode. Polycystic ovary syndrome often results in anovulatory cycles which can mean long/irregular cycles and heavy menstrual bleeding. It's also often associated with hyperandrogenism. Sounds scary (and it could be) but that's the seven-syllable way to say that you may have acne, excess body h...

Send us Fan Mail Hey there, I'm Bridget, and welcome to '"Im Hormonal," where we embrace the real talk about hormones, health, cycles, and how to feel our best.  I’m a certified functional hormone specialist and menstrual cycle coach, and on this podcast, we'll explore the intricacies of hormonal health and break down the science in a way that's relatable and down-to-...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show, Bess Berger joined me for a conversation about what you can do to best support yourself when living with PCOS. As a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Bess has over 20 years of experience working with clients and she focuses on women’s health–specifically PCOS and menopause support.  If you have PCOS then don’t miss out on this conversation, and come back next wee...

Send us Fan Mail Elizabeth Tidwell is with us again this week to talk about cycle syncing and how she puts it into action in her own life. If you’re new to cycle syncing and wonder how you can tweak your lifestyle and diet to match where you’re at in your menstrual cycle then this will be a good episode for you to dip your toes in. You’ll hear a lot about Elizabeth’s experience as she shifts from...

Send us Fan Mail We are kicking off the new year with our very first guest! On today’s show, Elizabeth Tidwell joins us to share her perspective on and experience with menstrual cycle awareness and living in support of her cyclical body. If you are curious about how you can tune in more carefully with your body and its signals, this will be a good listen for you. Elizabeth is a holistic menstrual...