Our bodies are so much more than the vessels that carry us through life. They are a living, breathing ecosystem. For us to feel our best, we need each part of our ecosystem to be healthy, happy, and balanced.
Hormones are a huge part of what makes us feel like us. So today, we're going to dive into what it really means to have balanced hormones, some of the symptoms that indicate hormones are out of balance, as well as my top tips on how to start bringing your body back into balance.
In a nutshell, here is what you’ll learn in today’s episode:
Signs hormones may be out of balance (0:51 - 3:38)
- Lack of energy in the morning- Irregular/painful periods
- Not ovulating
- Feeling flat throughout cycle
Contributors to hormonal imbalance:
- Stress and excess cortisol (6:57 - 8:38)
- Toxin exposure from plastics, chemicals, meds (8:38 - 10:53)
- Poor nutrient-depleted diet (10:53 - 12:07)
- Blood sugar/insulin imbalances (12:07 - 12:41)
- Over-exercising (12:41 - 13:11)
Tips to balance hormones:
- Nutrient-rich diet and fiber (19:54 - 21:07)
- Magnesium, B vitamins, vitamin D supplements (21:07 - 23:25)
- Regular appropriate exercise (13:11 - 13:41)
- Manage stress (6:57 - 8:38)
- Castor oil packs for detox (25:26 - 26:56)
- Sauna use for detox/longevity (27:29 - 28:51)Reframe, testing, supplementation & lifestyle (29:41 - 31:34)
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About your host, Danya Joy: I am a registered nurse, functional medicine practitioner, digital nomad, and most importantly, a mama! I'm on a mission to raise my daughter with honesty & awareness. I created this show as a place to have hard conversations about life, the ones that enable us to become the strongest versions of ourselves. Because we are raising our daughters in a world that demands strong women.
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-- If you're a mother, an aspiring mother, or have any children in your life - whether it's a niece, a neighbor or a friend - this show is for you!
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Hormonal Imbalances: Causes, Symptoms & Natural Remedies