Healthy Hormones For Women Podcast

What are some of the things that you don’t realize are impacting your stress? Learn more about the not-so-obvious things in your day-to-day life that impact your hormones and adrenal health.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode119.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Secret stressors:Blood sugar swingsInadequate proteinOxidative stressInflammationDehydrationPoor oxygen deliveryEssential fatty acids Key Takeaways:Insulin and cortisol work hand in hand to bring your body into balance as you experience sugar swings all day long.Overshooting your carb tolerance is eating too many carbs in one sitting.At a minimum, somewhere around 90-100 grams of protein per day is recommended for women.Protein is what’s going to stabilize your blood sugar and satiate you so that you don’t overeat and end up overshooting your carbs.When you have excessive inflammation in your body, it quickly creates a stress burden on all of your hormonal systems.Oxygen is the fountain of youth

Would you ever consider doing the carnivore diet? Certified nutrition consultant and owner of the popular Keto blog, Grass Fed Girl, Caitlin Weeks talks about why we should think about doing the carnivore diet and puts us up to the challenge.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode118 Topics Discussed in this Episode:The carnivore diet and its benefitsWhy Caitlin started to implement the carnivore dietWhat a day in the life of eating carnivore looks likeBeing on the carnivore diet during pregnancy Key Takeaways:The carnivore diet is basically eating anything that comes from an animal. A lot of people who come into the carnivore diet are people who have an autoimmune disease.The carnivore diet is the ultimate elimination diet. You can easily identify which foods you’re sensitive to.Any kind of discomfort you’re having while on the carnivore diet is going to be helped by taking in electrolytes or salt. Action Steps:If you’re going to do the carnivore diet, st

How can you optimize your brain? How does sleep play a role in this? Find out as Dr. Paul Hrkal shares some amazing strategies for optimizing your brain health.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode117 Topics Discussed in this Episode:The most important factors for optimizing the brain The role of sleep, hormones, and the gut in optimizing brain healthRevamping your sleep routine and hygieneThe benefits of melatonin and personalizing its dosageThe different types of magnesium supplements and their benefitsNutrition hacks for better focus and concentrationFixing concussions Key Takeaways:Shift work, especially where you’re always working nights, is very detrimental to your health.Melatonin is a neuro antioxidant, so it not only helps you fall asleep but it also helps protect your brain from some of the damaging effects that might occur from being exposed to all kinds of different things. It also has beneficial effects on inflammation.In general, a melatoni

Have you ever used cannabis, CBD, or medicinal mushrooms for healing? Author of The Rebel's Apothecary, certified health coach, and creator of the wellness blog Healthy Crush, Jenny Sansouci talks about the healing magic of these three things.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode116 Topics Discussed in this Episode:The story of Jenny’s dad using cannabis, CBD, and medicinal mushrooms throughout his cancer treatmentWhat CBD is and how it’s different from THCThe benefits of using cannabis, CBD, and mushroomsWhat the endo-cannabinoid system isWhy people would want to use CBD for wellnessMedicinal mushrooms and psychedelic mushrooms Key Takeaways:In the United States, it’s federally legal to sell CBD products that have 0.3% THC or less. Anything higher than that, you have to get it from a licensed dispensary.CBD and THC are two of the most prevalent compounds in the cannabis plant and both have therapeutic benefits. If they’re in a product together, they

How can you use your intuition to bring your hormones into balance? Holistic nutritionist and founder of Good Witch Kitchen, Kristen Ciccolini talks about going beyond the food and how you can get off the dieting mentality.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode115 Topics Discussed in this Episode:What it means to connect to your intuitionHow you lose your intuition around foodUsing your intuition to balance your hormonesEating intentionallyMeal planningPhysical hunger vs emotional hungerWhat it means to be weight inclusiveJournaling as a tool to connect to your intuitionPositive body image Key Takeaways:Connecting to your intuition means listening to your body. It’s not the easiest thing to do, but once you get the hang of it, it can lead to a lot of improvements in your health.It’s a huge stress reliever to not follow any arbitrary rules and it feels really good to give your body what it wants. That enjoyment alone can be very healing to the body.When yo

Are you wondering what I got in my latest DUTCH results? Dive into the episode with me as I talk about my hormone status, adrenal health, and the results I got from my most recent DUTCH test.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode114 Topics Discussed in this Episode:My 2017 DUTCH results vs my 2020 DUTCH resultsThe strategies I’m going to implement based on my DUTCH resultsKey Takeaways:It’s recommended that you do your DUTCH test every year.If you haven’t done the DUTCH test before, know that it’s important that you test at the right time of your cycle. In a 28-day cycle, you would typically want to test somewhere around day 19 to day 21.Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) comes from the adrenal glands and is the “mother hormone” to your sex hormones.B vitamins are involved in every neurological process in the body and taking them in methylated form is more potent.Wherever you are in your health and your hormone journey, the more you can dive in on all these di

Are you struggling with environmental allergies? Find out some of the natural ways that you can treat them.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode113 Topics Discussed in this Episode:The link between hormones and histamine intoleranceThe pollen apocalypseThe 411 on histamineSeasonal allergiesSome common allergy symptoms and their underlying causesThe side-effects of over-the-counter antihistaminesWhat to avoid and what to include in your diet during allergy season Key Takeaways:Where you might be in your menstrual cycle and having elevated estrogen levels during your menstrual cycle can induce a histamine release in your body.There have been increases in pollen counts in the environment as one of the effects of climate change, and experts predict that allergies will get worse in the next three to five years.Histamine is a chemical compound that’s very important in our immune system and plays a vital role in the inflammation that occurs in the body.The seve

Do you want to know more about the superfood that not only satisfies hunger but is good for detox, inflammation, energy, and gut health? Catharine Arnston is on the show to talk about spirulina and chlorella, the power couple for health and wellness.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode112 \Topics Discussed in this Episode:What are algaeThe benefits of spirulina and chlorella and their differencesWhy chlorella is great for cleansing and detoxifying Getting rid of the lead in chlorellaSpirulina for babies and petsSpirulina dosageFighting COVID-19 with algaeKey Takeaways:Algae is a food group not a supplement. Macroalgae, like seaweed and kelp, is high in fiber, usually has iodine in it, and doesn’t have a lot of nutrients.Microalgae is microscopic and it’s everywhere. Spirulina and chlorella belong to this category.Spirulina is the blue-green algae that has remarkable healing capabilities. It satisfies your hunger, gives you energy, and improves your ment

Are you at that stage in life where you’re starting to see grey hair? How do you go about embracing it? My good friend Nicole Scott is on the show to talk about all that and more!You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode111. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Nicole’s inspiration for the Gorgeous Grey Movement and her book, Get Naked With Your Natural Hair ColourParaphenylenediamine (PPD) and other toxins present in hair productsHealthy solutions and healthy options to dyeing your hairWhy women are afraid to embrace their grey hairChanging your diet according to what’s right for YOU Key Takeaways:You don’t have to give up dyeing your hair when you’re not yet ready to embrace your grey hair but choose products that are safe and healthy.Your body speaks to you every single day so when you tune in to it, you can know what’s going on and know what the symptoms could mean.Having dogmatic approaches to your diet can work against you. Action Steps:Opt to go to an org

How can we navigate these challenging times and do the work of creating a better world starting with ourselves? Become a guru of your own health and happiness. Listen in as life coach Dr. Laura Hughes shares her thoughts on how we can reclaim our power over our health with the help of essential oils. You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode110 Topics Discussed in this Episode:Getting into essential oils and what it means to be a doTERRA advocate and create a businessWhat epigenetics is all aboutHow essential oils play a role in epigeneticsReclaiming your power over your healthManaging your brain, your thoughts, and our hormonesHow you can integrate essential oils to support your journey of reclaiming your healthWhat makes doTERRA different from other brandsLaura’s essential oil routine Key Takeaways:Your genes aren’t your destiny. Just because you have a gene, it doesn’t mean it’s going to express itself.Whether a gene gets turned on or off is largely dicta

Where are you right now in your health journey? If you’re wondering about where I’m at, listen in as I share an update on my healing journey with Hashimoto’s and chat about autoimmunity and thyroid health.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode109 Topics Discussed in this Episode:Getting diagnosed with Hashimoto’sWhat the symptoms of Hashimoto’s look likeThe reasons why Hashimoto’s developWhat causes leaky gut and how it affects your body’s immune responseWhy you need to run a full thyroid panelWhat my healing journey looked likeGoing on a thyroid and autoimmune healing protocol Why you should slowly re-introducing certain foods into your dietWhy I stopped taking desiccated thyroid and what happened when I didWhere I’m currently at in my health journey Key Takeaways:Stress has a lot to do with autoimmune diseases, symptoms, and hormonal imbalances.The body cannot differentiate tragic stress from common everyday stress.The 3 reasons why you might develop an

Are you struggling with any digestive issues that could be affecting your hormones and overall health? Former opera singer turned nutritionist and gut expert Alyssa Labrecque is on the show to talk about beating IBS and other gut issues, and how you can optimize your gut health.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode108 Topics Discussed in this Episode:Why gut health is importantWhy you might be experiencing digestive issues and when do you need to start worrying about themWhat gut maintenance looks likeWhy maintaining your minerals is importantHow the gut is connected to your hormones and hormonal imbalancesThe symptoms of SIBO and how you might get itThe Low FODMAP DietWhat to look for when purchasing probiotics Key Takeaways:You should be pooping two to three times per day.You should be pooping in quantity from your elbow to your wrist every single day.You can carry up to 20 pounds of poop in your colon, and if you’re not eliminating all that poop, that

What is red light therapy? How does it benefit your hormones and your health overall? Wes Pfiffner is on the show to tell us more about it.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode107 Topics Discussed in this Episode:Red light therapy and its benefitsHow Joovv started Photobiomodulation and how it worksResearch on red light therapyThe light imbalance and how it affects the bodyHow to use a Joovv device Key Takeaways:Photobiomodulation is using specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to stimulate the mitochondria to produce energy.Different wavelengths of light do different things to the body. Ultraviolet light, for example, stimulates vitamin D production in humans, and red light was found to be rejuvenating to the skin.Some of the benefits of red light therapy includeBenefits to the skinRelieves joint painReduces inflammationEnhanced muscle recoveryEnhanced athletic performanceBenefits to the hormonesBenefits to the microbiomeHair regrowthCognit

What does it mean to go keto? How will it affect our hormones and our menopause? Join my conversation with menopause and sexual health expert Dr. Anna Cabeca as we talk about taking care of our bodies and our hormones as we age, and why the keto-green way is great for supporting hormonal health.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode106.Topics Discussed in this Episode:The keto-green way and why it’s incredible for supporting your hormones, energy, brain health, and weight lossWhat dirty keto meansWhy keto is essential for women over 40What it means to get into ketosisHow to avoid the keto fluThe benefits of intermittent fasting and the right way to do it Key Takeaways:There are many challenges that we face as women when we hit 40 and beyond, and one of these is metabolism.The keto-green plan is about the smallest changes we can make that give us the fastest, longest-lasting results.It takes more than hormones to fix our hormones.Our urine pH is an importa

Why is it important to drink more water? It’s one of those things that we often overlook. Naturopathic doctor Andrea Maxim is on the show to talk to us about how incredibly important it is and how hyperhydration benefits our hormones among other things.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode105.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Hyperhydration and why we need to drink more waterThe importance of hydration for detoxificationHow to hyper hydrate successfullyReigniting your thirst signalWater quality and water sourcingEssential minerals that are important for hydration Key Takeaways:Most of the symptoms and complaints or issues that you have with your body can be resolved or at least improved by hyperhydration.Every single element of your body, including every single one of your cells, requires water to allow for fluid exchange.Any source of inflammation will cause your hormones to become imbalanced. When this happens, water is the first thing we should be goin

My significant other, Gaetan Boutin, turns the table on me and interviews me on the show. I share about my health journey, my inspirations, and my tips for all women.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode104 Topics Discussed in this Episode:What inspired me to get into the world of healthWhy you should seek a second or third opinion rather than taking your doctor’s advice at face valueWhy it’s important to take that step of finding a health coach Turning my health journey into a careerOvercoming my limiting beliefsKey Takeaways:Don’t just take your doctor’s advice at face value. Just because they recommend this one medication or one approach, it doesn’t mean that it’s the only approach.Your body has this incredible innate ability to heal. If you are feeding it the right food and taking care of it in the right way, you don’t need to rely on medications.Staying in one direction and keeping it going is so important to success.  Action Steps:Tune in to your b

What is the impact of estrogen dominance on women over 40? What happens when you transition from estrogen dominance to estrogen absence? Certified health coach Maria Claps shares her expertise and knowledge about this subject to give us an episode that’s packed with valuable information.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode103 Topics Discussed in this Episode:Estrogen dominance and how it changes in women as they ageWhat happens when your estrogen starts to drop offThe different symptoms and problems that can arise with low estrogenThe best way to make the transition from estrogen dominance to estrogen absenceBioidentical hormone replacement therapy and when you should consider itThe DUTCH testBioidentical hormones vs synthetic hormonesKey Takeaways:Estrogen dominance is when your estrogen is out of balance with your progesterone. It essentially tends to be a progesterone deficiency.Women can go from estrogen dominance to estrogen absence at some point i

How can you reclaim your hormone health and have a healthy period? Creator and author of Fix Your Period, Nicole Jardim, shares how to effectively address a wide variety of period problems by using evidence-based information.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode102. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Why the birth control pill is detrimental to your healthThe non-hormonal birth control optionsWhat it means to have a healthy periodWhat your period can tell you about your healthWhy ovulation is importantPeriod cramps and what an irregular cycle might meanMyths and misconceptions around your periodWhat an optimal diet looks like for supporting hormonal health and your cycle Key Takeaways:The goal of any hormonal birth control is to stop you from ovulating. However, what we fail to realize is that stopping ovulation for any length of time can be detrimental to our overall health. The birth control pill is referred to as the lifestyle drug. It’s been used not j

Do you want to know more about hormone health and the importance of lab testing? Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) Reed Davis is here to talk about hormones and the common denominators in labs when it comes to hormone testing.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode101.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Hormone health and why hormones are important to the bodyWhat the hormones are in charge of in your bodyMetabolic chaos and the different hormonal symptoms you might be experiencingNatural things that you can implement to balance out your hormonesCellular healthHormone tests and the common denominator in lab testing Key Takeaways:Hormones are messengers and signals that float around the body. What the endocrine system does is it sends out these messengers, and wherever there’s a receptor for that hormone, you get an effect.Hormones are incredibly important when it comes to bone density.If you’re stressed out all the time, this idea of balance be

Why are house rules important? My man, Gaetan Boutin, joins me in this 100th episode, where we share our house rules and how they’ve helped us live the best life as individuals and as a couple.You can find all the info and links about this episode at https://holisticwellness.ca/episode100. Topics Discussed in this Episode:Our house rules and how they’ve helped us live the best life and support each otherThe list of things that we wanted in our houseBeing conscious of using eco-friendly productsLiving a toxin-free lifeKey Takeaways:Choosing your mattress is very important because a lot of the mattresses out there lets off a gas and you’ll end up breathing in chemicals while you’re sleeping.It’s nice to have artwork that resonates and means something to you.When it comes to infrared saunas, you want to make sure the wood doesn’t have any glues or stains or sealers. And with the infrared elements that heat, get the ceramic ones.An infrared sauna is an incredible health tool and a very good investment.Plants in t