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Send a text We're talking about myths and misconceptions, our personal accounts of being introduced to feminine hygiene products, and the various forms of them. We debate which ones are best, and of course, focus on informing our listeners on how to make the best choices for their feminine health & wellbeing.  Watch the show & vlogs on Alina's YouTube Alina's Instagram @alin...

Send a text How is our 2023 going - are we on track to achieve the resolutions we hopefully set up for ourselves at the start of the year?  Watch the show & vlogs on Alina's YouTube Alina's Instagram @alinasauza Shop Alina's Favorites on LTK Use code STELLAR10 for 10% off BioOptimizers magnesium supplements Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts

Send a text Many of the everyday things we're surrounded by and ingest on a regular basis, whether taken internally or topically, are not helpful to our hormonal system. We're shedding some light on those specific products in the bathroom, laundry room, kitchen etc. with sneaky ingredients, but we're also giving examples of healthy, hormone-happy swaps you can make!  Watch the show...

Send a text In this episode we are going to talk about feminine and masculine energy, empowered and disempowered traits in both of these energies, how to work with both of these energies in your love life and career, how to realize which energy your operating in, and how to balance these energies so that you can use them to operate in life at your very best. Watch the show & vlogs on Alina&apo...

Send a text MAIN TOPIC: PLANNING YOUR EXERCISE AROUND YOUR CYCLE This week, you'll uncover the secrets of syncing your exercise routine with your menstrual cycle to maximize physical performance, prevent injuries, and support hormonal health. From yoga to HIIT, we'll provide tailored workout suggestions for each phase and share expert advice on how to listen to your body's unique ne...

Send a text MAIN TOPIC: HOW THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN CAN ACTUALLY LEAD US TO HAVE BETTER RELATIONSHIPS In this episode, we'll discuss everything from biological distinctions such as hormonal differences and nutritional needs, to the cultural constructs of 'masculine' and 'feminine' energy. We'll explore the societal expectations that continue to shape our...

Send a text MAIN TOPIC: WINDING DOWN YOUR CYCLE WITH LUTEAL MEALS! We want to help you girls understand why we have such intense cravings during the last part of our cycle, the Luteal Phase. After ovulation, your body has been using a lot of energy, as you already know is the case during the follicular and ovulatory phases. From growing eggs in the follicles of your ovaries, growing and maintainin...

Send a text In this episode, Eva and Alina cover the nutrition specific to your ovulatory phase, the main event of your cycle! Eating for your hormones during the ovulatory phase is important for supporting healthy hormone balance, improving egg quality, and maintaining energy levels. This is because the body needs sufficient nutrients to fuel the metabolic processes involved in ovulation, which c...

Send a text MAIN Topic: FUELING YOUR BODY DURING YOUR FOLLICULAR PHASE This episode is all about fueling your body with proper nutrients during your follicular, or post-period phase. Alina and Eva dive into the importance of proper nutrition during this phase of the menstrual cycle, explain the hormonal changes that occur during this phase, and how it leads to increased energy and motivation for p...

Send a text TOPIC: REPLENISHING WAYS TO NOURISH YOUR SYSTEM DURING THE MENSTRUAL PHASE It’s time to launch right into eating for your hormones! This episode highlights the importance of proper nutrition during the menstrual phase. Join Alina and Eva as they discuss and explain the hormonal shifts that occur during menstruation and how they can affect appetite, mood, and energy levels. The conversa...

Send a text In this short introductory episode, Eva and Alina lay out the groundwork for what the Stellar Cycles girls can expect in this upcoming Eat For Your Cycle Phasic Foods series! They encourage you to think about the cyclical nature of your body and how to best support it with proper nutrients at each stage you go through in a month. They speak on food energetics, micronutrients, and estro...

Send a text Today Eva and Alina are joined by Katy Rose, functional medicine health & wellness coach, and host of A Smidge A Day podcast! Katy delivered a wonderful conversation on what it takes to find healing, sharing her own story of elevating herself out of her chronic conditions and having a newfound sense of what it means to be healthy and whole. Join us for this wonderful guest episode...

Send a text The luteal phase episode covers all that happens in our female bodies in the second half of our cycle, post-ovulation! In this phase, there is a decrease in energy and motivation, and some women may experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms such as bloating and mood changes. The girls give more insights on managing PMS symptoms and optimizing productivity during this phase, inclu...

Send a text Welcome to the Super Bowl of your cycle, ovulation! During this phase, there is a natural increase in energy, creativity, and confidence, which can be harnessed for greater productivity and success. This week, Alina and Eva provide practical tips for planning important activities during this phase, nurturing relationships, engaging in physical activity, and practicing self-care. The ep...

Send a text Join Eva and Alina as they continue delving into the phases of the menstrual cycle with the “Spring” episode, all about the follicular phase! They break down what’s going on during this phase of your cycle and how to best use it to your own advantage — including starting new projects, engaging in self-care, eating nutrient-dense foods, and fostering relationships. The episode emphasize...

Send a text The kick-off episode for the phases begins with the menstrual phase! We chose this phase to start off with because this phase also restarts your cycle at day 1. This podcast episode focuses on the bleed stage of the female cycle and provides applicable tips for managing menstrual symptoms and optimizing well-being. Eva and Alina discuss prioritizing self-care, eating nutrient-dense foo...

Send a text In a special episode inspired by Women’s History Month, hosts Alina and Eva discuss the importance and benefits of sisterhood over superficial friendship for women to not only survive but thrive in life. Sisterhood provides a sense of belonging, support, and opportunities for growth and learning through shared experiences and perspectives. The episode highlights the value of cultivatin...

Send a text The Stellar Cycles girls are joined by their very first guest, Britni Jordan! This special episode we have for you girls is a dynamic conversation about what it means to be a working woman synced to her cycle, filled with personal testimonies. Eva and Britni discuss the earlier days of their friendship when they were all about the hustle culture, how burnout caused them to take their w...

Send a text It's episode number four, and Alina and Eva build upon last week's hormonal content to bring you an introductory overview of the 4 phases that make up the monthly female cycle. Get excited, because we build everything upon this episode from here on out! Let us show you what's unique about each phase (or week) of the month, and how this pattern reflects that of the yearly...

Send a text Our third episode covers an introduction to our wonderful female hormone system, the machine that drives our menstrual and cyclical processes. The girls go over the endocrine (hormone) system and the five zones responsible for all action: blood sugar, stress, metabolism, elimination, and reproduction. We talk about why women are seen as more emotionally volatile, and how we can harness...

Send a text In the second episode of the show, we highlight the importance of having a strong personal foundation in the form of your ideal self. Tap into our discussion on what works for us in maintaining our personal visions, the necessity of identity when it comes to personal change, and the significance of our emotions (and what we choose to do with them).  Highlights: - personal testimonies -...

Send a text Welcome to the very first episode of Stellar Cycles, where Eva and Alina introduce you to the show and give you a preview of what's to come. In this launch, we get into our own wellness backgrounds, the inspiration for this podcast, formative childhood tales and grown-up realizations. We talk about the suffering women silently go through with menstrual troubles and how we're...