The Female Health Solution Podcast

Let's talk about fat burning mistakes! There are many mistakes and misconceptions when it comes to burning fat and losing weight and we are talking about them on this episode! Things like restricting calories, working out fasted, weighing yourself every day, eating the same throughout the month and more. Dive into this episode to learn more about how to avoid this mistakes and unlock sustainable f...

Let's talk about carbs and how they work with your hormones. Carbs get such a bad rap, when really they are essential for energy, hormone regulation and optimal nutrition.   There are so many positive ways to include carbs into your diet, like carb cycling. This is individual to your goals and lifestyle, which is why it works so well. This episode covers carbs, how they work with the female body a...

You already know I LOVE Protein. Protein is one of the big keys to restoring energy, hormone balance, muscle gain and fat loss. Most women that I work with are not eating enough protein, especially after dieting or calorie restriction. Keep in mind that everyone's protein needs are different! In this episode, I cover how protein impacts your hormones and how to get the right amount for your body. ...

Hydration is a huge part of health and many women are not getting the quality or quantity of water they need. Drinking enough water is important, but minerals are equally as important for uploading the hydration into the cells. In this video I discuss hydration pit falls, quality of hydration and how much water you really need to feel your best.  Learn more:  https://drbethwestie.com/waitlist/

Women often experience sleep changes throughout the month due to hormone levels. Some changes are totally normal, but poor sleep can be a sign of some imbalances. In this episode, I dive into how your sleep changes with your cycle and how to support your body through it. There are a number of tools that we can use to increase good quality sleep throughout the month, which also helps regulate hormo...

Detoxification in the body happens naturally, however, many women need additional detox support. Genetics, disease and inflammation are just a few reasons that you would need to assist the body with detox.  The frequency of detox techniques and tools can depend on a number of things. There are different types of detox (gut, liver, etc) and each body has different needs, goals and barriers. In this...

Setting boundaries is a huge aspect of your health journey. Mental and emotional health has a big link to your physical health, and people in your life impact this heavily. Setting and maintaining boundaries can be the difference between success and failure, and it is important to understand what this looks like and why.  Women who have a lack of setting boundaries can also have a harder time reac...

Diet culture has targeted women from a young age. Do you remember how old you were when you went on your first diet? The focus on dropping weight as quickly as possible can be so harmful especially for the female body. Fast weight loss tactics often require starvation techniques and cutting calories which will actually have the opposite impact long term.  Not only do crash diets encourage weight g...

Your immune system impacts your hormones. Estrogen, for example, is linked to a stronger immune system while testosterone has the opposite effect. If you are constantly sick or low energy, you need to take a look at your hormone levels! In this episode, I dive into the hormone-immune connection and ways to boost your health. Learn more:  https://drbethwestie.com/waitlist/

There are so many benefits to fasting, however not every body is ready for fasting and it can actually make things worse if not done correctly. The biggest mistake I see with fasting is jumping into it from a depleted place or exercising fasted when the body is not primed.  Many women are told that fasting is a quick way to weight loss. Less calories, more exercise = fast weight loss? This is the...

Your thyroid levels actually impact your hormones. Other hormone issues can actually mimic thyroid issues, making it harder to narrow down where your symptoms originate from. Some of these symptoms look like fatigue, mood issues, weight gain, irregular cycles and sleep disturbances. In this episode, I discuss the connection between thyroid and your hormones and action steps you can take to turn th...

I am dedicating today's episode to discussing stress and how it impacts muscle. I have seen a huge uptick in stress for so many women and this can create many negative symptoms in the body, but especially for fat and muscle composition.  Anxiety and stress often starts mentally and emotionally but manifests physically. It is vital to understand what this does to muscle and how to turn it around. M...

Endometriosis is a painful condition where uterus-like tissue grows outside the uterus. Fatigue, painful bowel movements, painful periods, pain during sex, are just a few of the typical endo symptoms. Although more extreme cases may end up with a surgical procedure, there are lifestyle changes that can relieve symptoms and hormone issues associated with endometriosis. This episode dives into what...

Setting boundaries and reducing stress are important aspects of the female health journey. Mental and emotional health has a big link to your physical health, and stressful people in your life can impact this. Setting and maintaining boundaries can be the difference between achieving your goals or not, and it is important to understand why. The goal of this episode is to discuss the link between s...

Mood swings are not only uncomfortable and often disruptive to relationships, they signify a deeper issue in the body. As you may guess, hormones are typically at the root of these mood shifts. Fluctuations in hormones, like estrogen, impact your neurotransmitters and create these mood shifts. In this episode, I dive into how hormones impact mood and how to balance your hormones to regulate your e...

Many of us experience grief, big and small, and often overlook how this changes our hormones and vice versa. Emotions create a physical response in the body, so it is important to look at your neurotransmitters and hormones especially when life is challenging. In this episode, I am diving into how grief is connected to your neurotransmitters/hormones and how to navigate these changes.  DUTCH Test:...

When it comes to female hormones sleep plays a big role. Sleep changes your hormones and hormones change your sleep, so it is important to pay attention to what your body is telling you. Your estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and melatonin are just a few key hormones that need to be addressed when talking about sleep. In this episode, I am diving into how sleep is connected to your hormones and wa...

Welcome to the final episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode focuses on issues with progesterone, specifically an irregular luteal phase. It is helpful to address these irregularities from an eastern medicine standpoint so you can support...

Welcome to the fifth episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode focuses on issues with progesterone, specifically a short luteal phase. It is helpful to address these irregularities from an eastern medicine standpoint so you can support your...

Welcome to the fourth episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode focuses on issues with estrogen, specifically an erratic follicular phase. It is helpful to address these irregularities from an eastern medicine standpoint so you can support...

Welcome to the third episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode focuses on issues with estrogen, specifically a long follicular phase. It is helpful to address these irregularities from an eastern medicine standpoint so you can support your...

Welcome to the second episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode, like episode one, continues the conversation on cycle mapping from an eastern medicine standpoint and how you can support your body through infertility and overall hormonal we...

Welcome to the first episode of my six part infertility series! This series is dedicated to infertility, hormones, basal body temperature, cycle mapping, and deficiencies that all play into trying to conceive. This episode focuses on cycle mapping from an eastern medicine standpoint and how you can support your body through infertility and overall hormonal wellness. DUTCH Test:  https://drbethwest...

Dr. Lindsey Elmore is a board-certified pharmacist, functional medicine clinician, speaker, author, entrepreneur, yoga instructor and world-renowned wellness expert. Dr. Elmore has an undergraduate degree in chemistry from the University of Alabama, Birmingham and a doctorate in pharmacy from the University of California San Francisco. She is the author of Essentials: 75 Answers to Common Question...

Welcome to the final episode of my four part fertility series! We are diving into week four of the hormone cycle including the higher levels of progesterone, basal body temperature, cycle mapping tests and troubleshooting issues. This episode focuses on how you can support your body for pregnancy and overall hormonal wellness.  Supplements for your hormones:  https://nutritionforyourhormones.com D...