Cycle Hood

We all  know  what’s healthy — but what keeps us from actually  living a healthy lifestyle? In this episode, I talk about the  transformation gap  — that space between knowledge and action — and how our  inner dialogue  often shapes our behaviors more than any diet plan ever could. I explore this through the lens of  Transactional Analysis  and the  Karpman Drama Triangle , two powerful frameworks...

Fasting has become one of the biggest wellness trends — but what if the science behind it was never designed for women? In this episode of  Cycle Hood , we explore how intermittent fasting affects women and men differently — from neuropeptides like kisspeptin, to how our nervous system responds under stress. We’ll also talk about why this information is  especially  important for teenage girls goi...

In this episode, I sit down with a friend who shares her egg freezing journey from start to finish. She walks us through the process with honesty and clarity—what it was really like physically, emotionally, and logistically. Beyond the medical side, we dive into the bigger picture: grounding herself in her purpose, the decisions she had to make about the future, and what it means whether she uses...

Feeling weighed down by the pressure to “get back on track”? In this solo episode, I open up about the messy middle of returning to routines after a break. We explore: How to sit with feelings of overwhelm and frustration—without pushing them away Gentle grounding questions to uncover the real need behind your emotions Actionable steps for physical, emotional, and mental health that don’t feed per...

Ever wonder what it takes to  train your own mind ? In this episode, brain coach  Tony Sului  shares his personal journey to becoming a coach and the pivotal moments that led him to study how our brains handle stress and growth. We unpack: How he moved from curiosity to a career in brain coaching Practical ways to cultivate awareness and shift from fight-or-flight to a calm, focused state Tools to...

Your body runs on a natural 90-minute rhythm of focus and recovery — and when you push through without breaks, you’re working  against  your biology. In this episode, I dive into the science of  ultradian rhythm breaks  and why honoring them is the key to better focus, sustained energy, and hormonal balance. You’ll learn: What ultradian rhythms are and how they shape your day Why the “push harder”...

Protein powders can feel overwhelming — whey, plant-based, isolates, concentrates, and endless ingredient lists. In this episode, I break it all down for you. You’ll learn how to choose the best protein powder for your body, what really matters (like leucine content), the differences between whey and plant-based options, and the red flags to avoid on labels. Whether you’re looking to support your...

Periods have been surrounded by myths, taboos, and misinformation for far too long. In this episode, I’m breaking down  12 of the most common period myths  that keep women confused, disconnected, and sometimes even ashamed of their bodies. From exercise and cravings to hormones and fertility, we’ll separate fact from fiction so you can step into your cycle with clarity and confidence. This convers...

In this solo episode, I give you a quick, easy-to-digest breakdown of Transactional Analysis — the framework that explores our Parent, Adult, and Child states of mind — and how these inner voices can shift throughout the phases of the menstrual cycle. You’ll learn how to observe the voices of these different states, detach them from your identity, and work towards building a more compassionate men...

In this soulful episode, I sit down with Kaya — indoor cycling and Barry’s instructor, and the founder of Higher with Kaya , her new on-demand movement platform. Kaya opens up about her journey of healing from anorexia, following the quiet inner whispers that led her toward deeper purpose, and choosing to build a life aligned with her calling — even when fear was loud. We talk about what it really...

Welcome to the very first episode of Cycle Hood . I’m Niousha Haghbin, an integrative nutrition health coach and hormone health educator. In this episode, I want to take you behind the scenes and share what brought me to this work, the personal experiences, the frustrations, and the ‘aha’ moments that made me so passionate about helping women understand their bodies and live in sync with their cyc...