Healthy Hormones For Women Podcast

How do you overcome doubts and doubters? Founder and CEO of Hint Water, Kara Goldin shares her powerful story about transforming her health and building a business.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode139Topics Discussed in this Episode:Healthy perception vs healthy realityThe major misconception about entrepreneursThe journey of starting a company Turning a journal into a bookWhat it means to be undaunted Key Takeaways:The happiest people are those who are constantly learning.The three things that separate great entrepreneurs are their curiosity, their willingness to try, and knowing that it’s possible to fail.Being undaunted means to keep trying even if there’s a possibility that you’re going to fail. It’s knowing that failure is all part of the journey and taking risks along the way.Most of the time entrepreneurs are living undaunted, but they don’t have everything figured out. Action Steps:Be a lifelong learner.When running a business, figure out you

How can you incorporate a clean keto diet approach to supporting and balancing your hormones as well as losing weight? Nutritionist and mompreneur Lesya Holzapfel shares her tips and strategies, especially for busy moms. You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode138.  Topics Discussed in this Episode:Overcoming sugar addiction and going sugar-freeStrategies for hormone regulationAddressing adrenal burnoutThe keto diet and doing it the right wayKeto carb cyclingThe scale weightMindset work Key Takeaways:The premise of the keto diet is to help people understand the effect of eating too many carbs, especially highly processed, refined carbs, and too much sugar. It helps regulate your hormones and helps your body transition to only burning glucose for fuel to fat for fuel, and allowing you the flexibility to do both later on.Two important things to take into account when it comes to weight loss are sleep and stress.It’s never a good idea to measure your weight wh

In this fully packed episode, we chat with Dr. Nichole Morris about a variety of topics around women’s health, including some of the best lifestyle hacks and strategies that we can implement in our day-to-day life for overall vitality.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode137.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Root cause medicineThe connection between anxiety and gut healthThe causes of anxietyHomeopathy and biotherapeutic drainageThe role the liver plays in our healingLifestyle hacks for overall vitalityMedical freedom and transparency in healthcareThe PAR-QWhy 5G could be harmful to our healthKey Takeaways:Human beings are complex. We’re a physical body, but we’re also a mental, emotional and spiritual body. The three all work together, and they’re so intertwined.Gut health and emotional trauma are the biggest places where anxiety comes into play.Homeopathy is the concept of “like cures like”.Biotherapeutic drainage is a combination of low-dose multiple r

Where’s a good place to start to kick off the New Year? Set great intentions and connect to what moves the needle. Listen in as I share a few words on health, beauty, life, and business. You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode136. Topics Discussed in this Episode:LifeHealthBeautyBusiness Key Takeaways:Hydration is key for beautiful skin.Being in nature soothes the soul.Healthy fat is your friend.Movement helps to connect you with your body and intuition.Growing and scaling a business takes risks and trusting the unknown.Sleep is the cornerstone of health. If you’re not sleeping, you’re not healing.Align with your human design for more ease and flow.Nothing is an emergency. Slow the f*** down.Sugar, gluten, and dairy -- the three biggest inflammatory culprits.Anxiety, overwhelm, fear -- your breath can do wonders here.Oil cleansing is the go-to for beautiful, bright skin.Essential oils are plant magic and so healing.Nutrition, sleep, stress, supplements, yo

Welcome to our last Q&A episode for 2020! Here I talk about what to do for adrenal fatigue and inflammation as well as share some tips to overcome doubts and fears while growing your business.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode135. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Some important tests to ask for when going to your doctorAdrenal fatigue and its symptomsWhat you can do to heal your adrenalsManaging inflammation and getting your health back on trackDealing with doubts and fears when it comes to your businessKey Takeaways:The more we can clear out from our body, the more we can show up in a true, authentic, powerful way; the more we can connect to our intuition and our gut, and start acknowledging the things that feel right and don’t feel right. From there, we can start to make clear decisions and ask the right questions.Some key tests to ask for when you see your doctor:A ferritin testA vitamin D testThe hs-CRP testA full metabolic panelA full thyroid

Are you one of those people who hate taking cold showers and just hate being in the cold in general? Listen in as I share the benefits of cold therapy. They just might change your mind.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode134. Topics Discussed in this Episode:The benefits of cold therapyHow cold therapy impacts the two types of fat in our bodySome ways you can incorporate cold therapy Key Takeaways:The white adipose tissue is the body fat that you want to burn, while the brown adipose tissue is what helps you burn calories and burn the white adipose tissue.Cold therapy stimulates the brown adipose tissue to burn excess fat and glucose for energy.Cold therapy reduces inflammation, swelling, and sore muscles. It’s also linked to improved quality of sleep, more focus, and improved immune response. Action Steps:Take on the challenge to incorporate cold therapy in your day! Here are some ways you can do it:Use ice packs on the back/neck for 30-60 minutes whil

What does it really mean to support our microbiome? And how can we optimize our gut health? Dr. Melina Roberts is on the show to talk about all these and more! You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode133. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes and leave us a rating and a review!Topics Discussed in this Episode:Foods that we should be eating to optimize gut healthSupporting our microbiome and decreasing our toxic loadThe connection between our hormones and gut healthPhyto-hormones vs synthetic hormonesElectrical conductivity and where minerals fit in to thisThe Keto diet and intermittent fasting Key Takeaways:The microbiome is the ecosystem of bacteria and fungi that live in our gut.Gut health is central to how our whole systems function. It plays such a huge role in cancer, chronic diseases, and other health issues.Gut health is our window of opportunity to be able to heal the body.You should be moving your bowels 1 to 3 times a day.Our bodies are e

Are you struggling with sugar addiction and can’t seem to get rid of sugar cravings? Sugar Freedom coach Danielle Daem talks about how you can reshape your relationship with sugar and reclaim control over your health and energy once and for all.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode132Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes and leave us a rating and a review!Topics Discussed in this Episode:The root causes of sugar cravings and addictive behaviorsEmotional eating and the connection between our emotions and sugarSugar Freedom and Danielle’s approach to sugar addictionWhat it means to have sugar freedomThe best place to start when trying to go sugar-freeTips for choosing wine and some healthy holiday tips Key Takeaways:In our culture, we haven’t been taught how to sit with our uncomfortable emotions. And right from childhood, sugar is connected to every single emotion.It’s not until we can begin to honor the heavy emotions like grief, sadness, depres

What does it take to be in control of your life? Where can you find the confidence that you need? Nutritionist and educator Jane Durst-Pulkys shares her journey of battling self-doubt, overcoming her lack of self-esteem, and building her confidence.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode131. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Jane’s journey toward boosting her confidenceWorking with empowering afformationsThe 7 ChakrasThe technique to uncover where energy is blockedThe 7 deadly wordsRewiring the brainThe common excuses that people come up withWhere nutrition comes into play with rewiring the brain and boosting your confidence Key Takeaways:Your issues are in your tissues.Homeopathy allows you to figure out where the energy is blocked in your body and how to get rid of it.Life is supposed to be a joyful experience, but when there are these energy blocks in the body, people aren’t able to fully live the life that they’re looking for.When you feel confident, ev

Are you excited to celebrate the holidays? Get into the holiday spirit with these gift ideas with a healthy twist.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode130Topics Discussed in this Episode:My holiday gift ideasEssential oilsSkincareSupplementsHealthy gift basketsBooks and journalsMeal prep kits and homemade treatsSleep kits and fitness kitsThe SodaStreamCoupons Key Takeaways:Essential oils always make amazing gifts. And especially this year when there’s been this bigger awareness about taking responsibility for how we’re showing up for our health, essential oils fit in beautifully.If you are ready to ditch your toxic cleaning products, revamp your skincare, and also support your hormonal health, adrenal health, energy, digestion, etc., essential oils are the way to go.If you’re looking to support your hormones and take it up a notch in the new year with your health, and get on a better routine, gift yourself with some amazing supplements.For somebody who r

What is the connection between gut health and skin health? Clinical nutritionist Jennifer Fugo talks about beating chronic skin problems and unending gut challenges by discovering missing pieces and creating doable integrative plans.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode129. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Skin challenges and how they are connected to the gutBig triggers for chronic skin rashes and where hormones fall into the mixThe importance of tracking the cycle of rash flaresThe estrogen-histamine connectionHow you can get H. pylori and the steps to healing an H. pylori infectionThe thyroid connection to skin rashesThe problem with topical steroids What products to use for your skin problems and what to avoidDifferent gut infections that might be impacting your skinDietary recommendations for eczema Key Takeaways:The 16 root causes of chronic skin rashes are the following:Microbiome dysbiosis Gut dysfunctionDiet and food reactionsNutritional deficie

What exactly is the fertility awareness method? Do you still find it confusing to track your cycle? Understand your cycle better and dive into all things vagina health with certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner Lisa Hendrickson-Jack.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode128. Topics Discussed in this Episode:The birth control pill, its side effects, and the alternatives that you should considerCycle health and ovulationCommon health problems with the menstrual cycle and what to look out forCervical mucus and cervix positioningThe fertility awareness methodThe factors that might affect your temperature readingOvulation predictor kitsSome nutrition and lifestyle strategies that you can implement to optimize your cycle Key Takeaways:With the birth control pill, there are issues with how women have not been informed or not been given the full picture of it. About half of the women, within a year of starting the pi

How can you optimize and support PCOS through nutrition? In this episode, I dish out some strategies that will help you deal with not just PCOS but any hormonal balance at the end of the day.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode127. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Nutritional strategies to optimize and support PCOSPreparing yourself mentally when it comes to food and your kitchenBuilding a balanced plateWhy snacking isn’t good for youSnack ideas for when you can’t resist itSuperfoodsKey Takeaways:Eating an anti-inflammatory whole foods diet is going to benefit you if you’re dealing with insulin resistance, irregular period, hair loss, fatigue, PMS, menopause, thyroid issues, etc.Healing takes time, and it is not linear. There are going to be so many ups and downs, and it’s so important that you recognize that you’re going to have good days and bad days.All women with PCOS are different, so the approach to healing is not one-size-fits-all. What works for

How do you bounce back from getting diagnosed with breast cancer three times? Founder of CanPrev Tanya Salituro shares her inspiring story of healing from breast cancer and how she started her company.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode126. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Tanya’s journey of surviving breast cancerThe factors that might be contributing to cancerHow to get rid of excess estrogen in your bodyDetoxifyingCancer prevention strategiesThe 4 most important contributors to health Key Takeaways:The body can bounce back in so many ways.If the cancer is hormonal-related and estrogen-dominant, you’ll need to get rid of the excess estrogen in your body.It’s your liver that helps you get rid of excess hormones in your body.The current statistics show that one in eight women will get diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. But men can also get breast cancer.A study shows that if you get into nature and smell the forest, your body gets an immune

How much do you know about PCOS? In this episode, I’m going to break it down to help you get a better understanding of the four different types of PCOS and talk about the symptoms that are often associated with them.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode125. Topics Discussed in this Episode:What is PCOSWhat causes PCOSThe 4 types of PCOS and their symptomsTests that you can do for PCOS Key Takeaways:Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine system disorders affecting women and affects about 1 in 10 women of child-bearing age.The principal symptom of PCOS is typically irregular periods. Other symptoms include excess facial or body hair, thinning hair, infertility, adult acne, anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, food cravings, hair loss, headaches, inflammation, insulin resistance or diabetes, low progesterone, pelvic pain, periods with no ovulation, recurring miscarriages, and weight gain.Contrary to the name, ovarian cysts don’t cause

Can you control aging? Michele Drielick has made it her mission to change the way women age. She shares her positive and encouraging message that while getting older is merely the passage of time, aging is something all women can control with the right information.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode124. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Michelle’s story of seeing her mother’s health declined in the last years of her lifeWhat causes premature agingStrategies to preserve your muscle massTips on how to age gracefully AgelessLX Key Takeaways:The first domino in the aging cascade flips on when we lose muscle. And we start losing muscle in our 30s.The more you yo-yo diet, the more muscle you lose. And when you start losing muscle, your metabolism starts slowing down.Some staggering statistics that suggest that up to 60% of women over 50 are not eating enough protein.When you lose muscle, that sets the stage to lose collagen. And that sets the stage to lose bo

How do you navigate life’s many curve balls? Josephine Atluri shares her insights and how she’s become an expert at meditation and overcoming adversity through her unique fertility journey.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode123. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Josephine’s journey through IVF and surrogacyStrategies that women can implement to prepare for their IVF journeyEveryday tools that women can use when they’re feeling stressedWhat meditation meansSome simple steps to get started on meditationJosephine’s non-negotiablesManaging your relationship with your partner in close quartersSelf-care strategies Key Takeaways:The IVF process can be so taxing on your mental and emotional wellbeing that it’s very important to have a solid foundation of love for yourself.The breath is so powerful because it’s the gateway to moving from a state of stress to a state of relaxation.What’s happening during meditation is that you’re practicing to tune in to the pres

How did Alitura Naturals come about? Former division one athlete, model, and actor turned entrepreneur Andy Hnilo shares how he ended up founding this amazing company after a life-threatening accident put his career on hold.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode122. Topics Discussed in this Episode:What propelled Andy to start Alitura NaturalsWhat the Alitura Clay Mask is made of and why it’s so effectiveWhat sets the Alitura products apartAndy’s health and beauty tipsHow to use the derma roller and what it does for your skin Key Takeaways:The Alitura Clay Mask is an all-in-one facial treatment that creates an unmatched level of circulation on the surface of the skin while lightly exfoliating it.There’s a lot of heavy metals, chlorine, and pollutants in our tap water. You’d want to clear those out with a filter and not absorb any of those through your skin.The liver is your biggest detoxifying organ. As long as you’re keeping your liver healthy, that’s go

Welcome to another Q&A episode! This time I’m going to answer your questions about using the copper IUD, whether it’s safe to eat phytochemicals, what strategies you can implement to deal with period pain, and more.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode121. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Why the copper IUD is safeSome of the side effects of using the copper IUDEating soy and phytoestrogensHow your menstrual cycle affects your bowel movementHealing the gutWhat causes dysmenorrhea and how to deal with it Key Takeaways:The copper IUD is a small t-shaped device that your gynecologist would insert into your uterus through the cervix. It’s non-hormonal so it may be your best choice. It’s 99.2% effective for up to 10 years.With copper IUD, there have been a significant number of women who have found they have really painful periods as a side effect, and sometimes longer periods with heavy bleeding.There’s also an increased chance of bacterial vaginosis whe

Are you curious about what it took to get Holistic Wellness off the ground? Tune in as I share what went on behind the scenes and how I’ve grown my business to what it is today.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode120. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Why I decided to go to nutrition schoolThe challenge of getting clientsFinding my nicheThe benefits I got from working in a health food store and working as a sales repGetting into social mediaCreating my own programThe beginning phases of Holistic WellnessGetting clear on what I needed to offer and how long I needed to coach and support womenGrowing and scaling my businessDiving into podcastingWriting my book Key Takeaways:Business cards are not the best way to get business. Handing one out to somebody in the hopes that they’re going to follow up with you is not the ideal way to go. It’s your responsibility to follow up with those prospects and not the other way around.You need somebody you can talk to, so