Nourished Fertility (A Period Recovery + Fertility Podcast)

Today on the podcast, we have one of our amazing dietitians at Nourishing Minds Nutrition, Kelsey Pukala, back on the show to explain how disordered eating can be a root cause to digestive issues. In today's episode we detail through: An explanation to what is disordered eating What kind of digestive issues you can experience with disordered eating Why and how disordered eating can lead to digesti...

Today's episode is a special one! We have a deep, heartfelt discussion with our dear friend, Lisa Hayim. As you will see, Lisa has so much insight and wisdom to bring to the wellness space as she reminds us that true wellness encompasses more than just food. Her own journey with mental health and therapy is a powerful and inspiring one that will resonate with many!   Topics include: Mental health...

In today's episode we answer these listener questions: Am I orthorexic or just "healthy"? Struggling with orthorexic tendencies and combatting shame with "healthy" foods What are the hallmark symptoms of SIBO? But also why it is important to also recognize individuality with IBS. What are some helpful tips on understanding and discerning hunger and fullness cues?   Information discussed in today's...

In today's episode we discussed: PSA: It's okay to not have perfect skin!!! Other factors at play- it's not just hormones. The hormones involved with hormonal acne: cortisol, androgens, estrogen, and progesterone. How the birth control pill can indeed be a treatment for hormonal acne. What to do about hormonal acne- hormone testing and topical treatments. Using food as medicine & specific nutrient...

In today's episode we discussed: The definition of estrogen dominance & addressing some of the confusion around it Relative vs frank estrogen dominance Symptoms of estrogen dominance Why you can't go off symptoms alone to diagnose Things to know when testing for estrogen & progesterone The role of Estrogen & Progesterone in the body Treatment specific to the root cause of the dysregulation Ovulati...

A former Wall Street professional and graduate of Columbia Business School, Lauren boldly transitioned from a decade-long career in Finance and Project Management to a lifetime journey as a certified international yoga instructor, reiki practitioner and doula. Poised to transform the wellness movement, Lauren has earned 300 hours during her yoga teacher training program in NYC and India, she is a...

Kat Beck is an Intuitive Healing Guide, Licensed Massage Therapist, + 500-hr Registered Yoga Teacher. Kat has been teaching mindfulness, meditation + yoga in studios, community centers + corporate offices  since 2014. After spending decades disconnected from her body + struggling with perfectionism, she found healing through journaling, dance, yoga, meditation, energy medicine + energy healing. Sh...

Kait Hurley is a digital entrepreneur and the founder of the KAIT app & Move + Meditate Method. With a background deeply rooted in wellness and over a decade in the fitness industry, Kait helps students cultivate a stronger, more resilient body and mind. She's proud of the growing global community that's getting behind movement and meditation, and she's thrilled to share something that has been so...

Topics discussed in today's episode: Why it is important to discuss vitamin D The role of vitamin D in our bodies Vitamin D deficiency signs and symptoms Synergy between fat soluble vitamins A, D and K2 Optimal levels to consume of vitamin D Sources of vitamin D and how to test for vitamin D levels   CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT THE BODY IMAGE RESET.   Information discussed in today's episode: Get St...

Topics discussed in today's episode: Why changing body image thoughts may be important to you Do you even see your body image issues as a problem What do you gaining or losing from how you view your body How changing how you view your body can you give your life and your health back Basic tips and strategies to begin the process (ways to take care of your body that don't involve weight loss and th...

In today's episode, Victoria shares her insight and top tips to getting started with beginning a private practice and how to run an online nutrition business. We hope this episode supports you in your dreams of starting a business and helps make it an easier process for you!   Topics discussed in today's episode: If entrepreneurship is right for you Determining your why before starting your practi...

Brie Shelly is a therapist, coach, and yogi on a mission to empower women to unlock their inner confidence and learn how to thrive on and offline. Based out of Boston, Brie owns a private practice that specializes in confidence, body image, social media, navigating comparison traps, and utilizing travel as a tool for self-growth. She is the host of Real Talk Travels, a podcast that highlights the...

  Topics: In this episode, Victoria & meg discuss their perspective on the intersection between intuitive eating, the female energy, and sustainability.   Resources for you: Ready to learn more? Come learn with us in Nourishing Women videos created just for you . Want to begin intuitive eating and living? This e-book is just what you are looking for. Learn more about our services at Nourishing Min...

Topics discussed: Megan's relationship with food and exercise growing up and how that led her to becoming a dietitian and eventually joining the Nourishing Minds Nutrition team Why Megan is passionate about intuitive eating and healing work Megan's story to food and exercise freedom and what she learned along the way Utilizing the power of positive thoughts and positive affirmations through the IE...

About Lisa: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack talks about vaginas a lot! She's a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health. In her new book The Fifth Vital Sign , Lisa debunks the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children,...

Topics: Applying intuitive eating to competitive sports & other situations where you can't rely solely on your hunger/satiety cues The importance in not taking the intuitive eating principles to extremes Taking the extremes and guilt out of traditional foods/Removing guilt from the quality foods you can find/afford. Weight gain & learning to trust your body with intuitive eating Eczema & eliminati...

Topics: Sarah's story & how she became so passionate about fermenting What are fermented foods?  Various types of ferments- lactic acid, yeast, etc. The difference between raw fermented foods and those that are on the shelves ("dead") Why locally fermented foods is more beneficial  The role of fermented foods in traditional cultures The nutritional benefits of fermented foods Fermented foods vs pr...

Topics: Breaking down the digestive process. How to know if you're experiencing a true digestive issue. Determining the root cause of your digestive woes. The gut microbiome and it's importance. Practical tips to start improving your digestion today. Merging intuitive eating with digestive healing Resources for you: Ready to learn more? Come learn with us in Nourishing Women videos created just fo...

Topics:   How to decipher if an intention/resolution is serving you. Setting goals for your personality type. How to handle your friends talking badly about themselves. The right time to share about intuitive eating. Acknowledging the Instagram and social media "highlight"reel and not letting comparison impact your New Year intention setting. "Thin privilege" and letting of go the need to justify...

Topics: Kali's story and why she is so passionate about sustainable living. Composting- what it is and why it is so valuable. The environmental benefits of composting. How to recycle properly and some of the common misconnections around it. Actionable steps that someone can make to start connecting with the food cycle and closed loop systems.   Connect with Kali:  Suncoast Compost   Instagram    ...

Topics: How to prepare your body for pregnancy without being obsessive. Sustainable and mindful ways of getting rid of old or unwanted clothes. Reducing stress/cortisol levels and the importance in how we perceive stressors in our lives. Intuitive eating and choosing the "healthier" food option.     Referenced Links:  Victoria's gender reveal blog post!!!  Meg's print shop   Other Resources: FINAL...

Topics: Simi's story and how she went from lawyer to author and certified health coach. The destructive power of fear, comparison, and making decisions out of people pleasing. The role perfectionism has in developing disordered eating. How perfectionism impacts and hinders us in all areas of our lives. How self work and healing manifests in other areas of our life. The importance of pausing and ch...

Topics: Emotional eating vs binge eating Diet culture's role in the development of identifying as emotional eaters. The various causes of emotional eating and the deeper meaning behind it. What Victoria and Meg believe about emotional eating and what it means for someone navigating their relationship with food. Body dysmorphia vs. disordered body image   Thank you to Thrive Market for sponsoring t...

  Meg & Victoria welcome their dear friend, Meg Faletra, MS, RDN on the show today. Meg is a global health dietitian who specializes in sustainability and whose life passion is to empower people to make a positive impact on the world with the choices they make. She is an absolute wealth of knowledge in all things integrative nutrition, intuitive eating, and mindful living. In this episode they dis...

Topics: The definition of intermittent fasting. The potential researched based benefits of intermittent fasting. The potential cons of intermittent fasting for women. An honest and real conversation about fasting and a history of disordered eating. Meg & Victoria's personal experiences with intermittent fasting.   Help us prepare and plan for the podcast in 2019! Take the survey HERE !    Referenc...