Dani Sheriff

The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast

Health EN ↓ 418 episodes

The HA Podcast is the #1 podcast in the hypothalamic amenorrhea space, helping women recover their missing periods, optimize their menstrual cycles and if they want, get pregnant naturally! The show is hosted by Dani Sheriff, a Certified Functional Nutrition Counsellor and Fertility Awareness Practitioner.

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Dani Sheriff

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

228: 5 Mistakes People Make During Recovery 19.02.2024

These mistakes are all really important for HA recovery. In this episode I will break them all down! Let's go. - Shout out the 5 signs that recovery is happening video - Focusing on weight gain obsessively - Playing how low can you go - Continuing to eat diet foods - Adding in supplements without adding in foods Have a question for the show? POST BELOW! JOIN RESTORE https://thehasociety.com/re...

227: Vegan and Vegetarians Recovering from Hypothalamic Amenorrhea 14.02.2024

I received a listener question about her moral dilemma – to leave veganism in order to improve her health and get her period back... or not. Clearly, it's a very hard decision for her to make and many others are in a similar boat. Wanting to maintain veganism throughout amenorrhea recovery is a widely shared challenge. So here is what I can tell you based on my experience with vegan and vegeta...

226: Exercise During and After Pregnancy When You Used Fertility Treatments 12.02.2024

A listener asked me about exercise during pregnancy being safe for people who have hypothalamic amenorrhea. It's a great question (more resources below) but in the end I have a slightly different take than some may expect. I do NOT mean to be tough about this, I am trying to be firm but kind in order for my sisters out there to do what is best by their own bodies. Pregnancy and Exercise: What&...

225: Recovery Story: Falling Pregnant After 40 With Missing Periods 07.02.2024

Today Ashley interviews her client Erin Todd, who recovered from HA and fell pregnant after the age of 40. Enjoy! Take our HA to Ovulation Masterclass and recover in 4-10 weeks! https://thehasociety.com/masterclass Join The HA Society https://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back https://thehasociety.com/coaching The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professio...

224: Is THIS Missing From Your Fertility Journey? 05.02.2024

Today I share 4 possible areas (of many) that COULD be missing from your recovery. 1. Community support: family, friends and a dedicated HA network 2. A dedicated professional OTHER than a medical doctor 3. Crucial information about the cycle 4. Some major change: food, job, relationships etc Have a question for the show? Message me directly. Take our HA to Ovulation Masterclass and recover in 4-1...

223: Tried Everything To Recover? What About This? 31.01.2024

In this episode some listeners gave me the low down on all the things they've tried already, so I give them some feedback on what to look for next. Take our free masterclass: How to Restore Ovulation and Get Pregnant NATURALLY https://thehasociety.com/masterclass Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us...

222. My Sport or My Fertility – Which Will I Choose?... BOTH 29.01.2024

Today Ashley, Mishi and Dani dive DEEPER in to the nuance of reintroducing training, the mindset one needs to have and the fact that, quite frankly, there is such thing as having your period and performing it too. Sometimes we get so stuck in our heads about.... training OR my fertility, which to choose? But you can have BOTH! Take our free masterclass: How to Restore Ovulation and Get Pregnant NA...

221: 1 Year Later: Megan Talks About Running Again And Staying Recovered 24.01.2024

Megan's blog: https://meganv.substack.com Take our free masterclass: How to Restore Ovulation and Get Pregnant NATURALLY https://thehasociety.com/masterclass Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety http://inst...

220. How To Know If You're Ready To Exercise: In Recovery and After 22.01.2024

Is it safe for you to exercise when you're in hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery? The answer is...it depends. This video will break down which approach to exercise during recovery is for you. Take the quiz: Is exercise safe for me? https://thehasociety.com/exercise-quiz Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visi...

219. The Bigger Picture for Recovery: Progesterone and Weight Gain 17.01.2024

We're slowing down the podcast for the rest of the month, so just some shorter episodes to get you through the holiday season! Question 1: Ines gives us some background history and then asks "My question is… I know I should work on my mindset and love my body at every size, BUT is it possible to just sit at this weight and wait for my period to come back? Or do I HAVE to gain more weight?&...

218. Rapid Fire Listener Questions about Missing Periods, PCOS and more 15.01.2024

Q&A's about HA recovery always light me up! Let's dive in: 1.Trying to conceive but having weird periods and low temps 2.Is this PCOS? 3.can i bodyweight training 3 times a week and eat a lot (like bulking ) and get my period back? 4.For recovery, should we be swapping out the leanest meats with fattier ones? All the fitness and diet girlies and guys really beat it into your head that...

217. Exiting Veganism Then Having PERFECT Periods after HA w/ Melanie 10.01.2024

Melanie had a long history with controlling her food and her body - through running, being on a vegan diet, high carb low fat – you name it she probably tried it. She talks about some difficulties in early childhood through to university and how she got to the other side. Now she has consistently beautiful cycles month over month (I am very impressed). Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/j...

Bouns: Special Birthday Shoutout to Dani! 08.01.2024

In today's episode, Ashley and Mishi take over the podcast to celebrate Dani's birthday. Join us as we show our appreciation for her and discuss all the things we love about the mastermind behind the community we all LOVE, The HA Society. If you want to show your love and appreciation for Dani, send her a DM and tell her and let her know how much this podcast has meant to you or how it&#39...

216. The "Detriments" Of Stopping Exercise For Recovery 03.01.2024

We're slowing down the podcast for the rest of the month, so just some shorter episodes to get you through the holiday season! Today's question is "I recovered from HA by mostly just gaining weight and I’ve had my period two times. Now I’m waiting for the third and it’s late, hoping it will not miss out completely. The thing is I’ve never stopped training during recovery, a little sure...

215. Advice on Taking Action and Optimal Cycle Recovery Timelines 27.12.2023

Dani and Mishi answer listener questions on: how long does it take for post-HA cycles to return to normal? I know what I need to do... can you help me take action?! Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff Follow us on IG http://instagram.com/thehasociety http://i...

214: The Research on HA Right Now: What Do We Have, What Do We Need? W/Dr Chrisandra Shufelt 20.12.2023

Participate in a study with Dr Shufelt: https://redcap2.mayo.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=EA7JT9AFRJ7MT9WY Chrisandra Shufelt MD, MS, FACP, NCMP, is Professor and Chair of the Division of General Internal Medicine, Senior Consultant at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida and Associate Director of Women's Health Research Center for Mayo Clinic Enterprise – amoung many other accelades that we go o...

213. Unsure if HA is even your issue? This one if for you! 13.12.2023

Somewhat unsure if HA is even your issue? Could this be something else besides HA? This one if for you. In this episode we discuss the clinical and behavioral ways to identify if you have HA, and what to do next! Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff Follow us...

212: Food Intolerances + Breast Tenderness and Cramps During HA Recovery 11.12.2023

Dealing with Food Intolerances When You Have HA + Breast Tenderness and Cramps During Recovery? This episode is for you! Let's dive in! Get the DIY Restore Program I mentioned: https://thehasociety.com/restore Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.com/c/danisheriff Follow us...

211: "I wanted to always push my limits" Recovery Story w/ Anna Teufl 06.12.2023

Anna shares her long story with sports and diet and how she pushed her body to the limits with running and then with body building, where she lost her cycle. In the end, recovery had to become the focus. It felt like FOREVER, but the reality is a little different. Her story is relatable and inspiring - so please, sit back, enjoy and be inspired by Anna! Anna Teufl https://instagra.com/annaleecoach...

210. Are Digestive Issues Related to HA? Can You Have HA But Not Lose Your Period? 04.12.2023

Question 1: Are Digestive Issues Related to Hypothalamic Amenorrhea? Question 2: Can You Have Hypothalamic Amenorrhea But Not Lose Your Period? As in, can you be on the SPECTRUM of HA? DIY Restore Program: Https://thehasociety.com/restore Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 with us to get your period back http://thehasociety.com/coaching Visit us on YouTube https://youtube.co...

209: Overcoming Two Decades of Dieting: Nicole's HA Recovery Story 29.11.2023

Nicole shares how an interaction with her primary doctor caused her to dive deep into the diet world at the age of 10 which led to her trying to shrink her body and diet for over two 2 decades. During this time she not only developed osteopenia but also high cholesterol. She currently has post HA ovulatory cycles and shares her wisdom about returning back to exercise!  RESTORE PROGRAM: https://the...

208: Listener Question: Struggling with the PCOS vs HA Diagnosis 27.11.2023

Listener question: Hi Dani! I wasn't sure where to ask this question, but honestly, I'm so desperate for any kind of guidance on what to do, I figured, why not! I am a 21 year old female from New Zealand. I was diagnosed with PCOS at 15 when anorexic after having also gone through a traumatic surgery, as I presented with high testosterone symptoms such as mild hirsutism, severe acne and no...

207: Allie's Recovery Story: From HA to Getting Pregnant Confidently 22.11.2023

How one college diet turned into a lifestyle that lead to HA—Allie's story sheds light on how dieting has become so normalized in today's society that it's easy to slip into unhealthy habits without even realizing it. From restrictive eating to obsessive tracking, the pressure to conform to certain standards is ever-present. She shares an amazing transition from diet culture to learnin...

206. Listener Question: Can lower my set point AND have normal hormonal activity?! 20.11.2023

Have you ever thought about your set point weight in recovery and when you'll reach it? Have you ever wondered if there is a way to lower your set point weight AND still have normal hormonal activity? Well if you have, you’re not alone! In today's episode I answer this exact listener question. It’s a GOOD one, don’t sleep on it! Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join Work 1:1 wit...

205: "That's How Shitty Shit Got" Recovery Story w/ Kristina 15.11.2023

Kristina is an incredible HA Society member who has been on the other side of HA for over a year. Macro tracking, restriction, over exercise, obsessive tracking of steps, heart rate and more were all a part of her journey. We beebop a little around the place stopping to talk about all kinds of relatable areas of recovery. You'll love her story! Join The HA Society http://thehasociety.com/join...

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