Where does a woman begin balancing her hormones? Right here! Understand the symptoms of hormone imbalance and what you can do about them.
Learn the benefits of supplementing with creatine, an amino acid found naturally in the body. Creatine supplements are effective for high-intensity activities like weightlifting and benefit women in perimenopause and beyond, including enhanced strength and workout performance and positive impacts on brain health, bone strength, and skin. Connect with me on Instagram! Become a VIP member of my community! Take control of your hormone health! Sign up for online courses through Cycle School! Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7998865/ (includes the dosing guidelines for creatine supplementation in females) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5469049/ https://psychiatryonline.org/doi/full/10.1176/appi.ajp.2012.12010009
Learn how to get your nutrition working for you during menopause, allowing you to experience fewer symptoms and more energy. Become a VIP member and receive all the latest updates, including news about the menopause coaching group! Follow me on Instagram! Sources: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/menopause-diet https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3428489/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27301975/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19949277/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18328014/
In this empowering episode, body image expert Marla Mervis-Hartmann shares insights on improving your relationship with food and your body. Discover how women's hormones affect body image and gain valuable strategies for overcoming challenging days. Join us as we open up about our body image struggles during perimenopause. This episode is for women of all ages! Follow Ashlee on Instagram! Become a VIP member of my community and receive weekly tips delivered straight to your inbox! Enroll in Cycle School and become educated on menstrual, and menopause health! Pre-order Marla's new book FREE GIFT! Break the Cycle of Emotional Eating Watch Marla's TED talk! Marla's website Subscribe to Marla's YouTube channel Follow Marla on Instagram Join the Love Your Body, Love Yourself Facebook Group
Why is there a high rate of suicide in women aged 45–54 years? Is it related to the biological changes associated with the menopause? What causes depression and anxiety during mid-life, and what can we do about it? Perimenopausal depression – an under-recognized entity Connect with me on Instagram! Schedule your free consultation!
Changing our eating habits can lead to a reset in our hormones, enhanced weight loss, and relief from bothersome menopausal symptoms. While it may be challenging to make these changes, the positive outcomes we can achieve are truly transformative. The dramatic changes in our hormones, symptoms, and quality of life are within our reach! Explore the top 5 foods I'm eating in perimenopause to manage my symptoms, and discover some additional pro tips for maximizing your nutrition in perimenopause and beyond! Writing, recording, and producing a podcast is a labor of love. Thank you for listening! If you have found this episode helpful, please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review in Apple Podcasts. This will help other women find and benefit from this information, too! Connect with me on Instagram! Book your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Are you interested in one-on-one coaching? Schedule a free consult call! Purchase Beating Endo on Amazon. Not sure what supplements can help support your perimenopause journey? Access my perimenopause supplement protocol! Studies cited in this episode: The Importance of Nutrition in Menopause and Perimenopause-A Review Collagen Supplements for Aging and Wrinkles: A Paradigm Shift in the Fields of Dermatology and Cosmetics Amelioration of estrogen deficiency-induced obesity by collagen hydrolysate Collagen peptide supplementation for pain and function: is it effective? Prospective study of dietary protein intake and risk of hip fracture in postmenopausal women Not All Maca Is Created Equal: A Review of Colors, Nutrition, Phytochemicals, and Clinical Uses
Are you tired of hearing about the benefits of fiber? Well, hold your horses because focusing more on my nutrition is helping me feel my best during perimenopause, and it can do the same for you, regardless of your life stage! No more calorie counting or trying to be the skinniest girl in the room. (Are you officially old when you start talking about fiber?) Whether you're in your reproductive years, navigating perimenopause like me, or post-menopausal, fiber will do wonders for your hormones and overall health. Connect with me on Instagram! Cycle School and other resources
Estrogen dominance is a common issue, particularly among women in their late 30s and older. This condition can arise due to factors such as age, excess body fat, exposure to hormone-mimicking chemicals, poor digestion, stress, adrenal problems, and autoimmune conditions. Do you know what the symptoms of estrogen dominance are? Listen and learn what to watch for and how to use nutrition and lifestyle to take charge of your health today! Do you want to deepen your understanding of the menstrual cycle so you can access your cyclical superpowers? Then Cycle Strategy 101 is for you! Connect with me on Instagram! To inquire about private mentorship, speaking engagements, etc., please email Ashlee at AshleeSorensenCoachingLLC@gmail.com
Is it expensive to be healthy? I'm here to tell you it doesn't have to be! Healthy nutrition can be affordable by following a few easy tips. This episode will demonstrate how to prioritize healthy eating without breaking the bank by focusing on budget-friendly ingredients, savvy shopping methods, and easy meal planning. Get $50 off your Butcher Box purchase! Connect with me on Instagram! Enroll in Steady and Strong and learn to use your hormone fluctuations to help you be more consistent with exercise!
Track your Heart Rate Variability by getting a peak into your nervous system regulation and stress resilience. In this episode, I explain what HRV is, how to track it, what range to aim for, and how to improve your HRV with lifestyle hacks. Save 15% on your purchase of the online course Steady & Strong! Connect with me on Instagram!
What's standing in your way of reaching your goals and achieving your dreams? As small children, we receive information from the world and the people around us that helps to shape our thoughts about ourselves, our worth, our potential, and much more. Some of these thoughts and beliefs affect us negatively as we grow into adulthood, holding us back from reaching our potential. Brooklyn Jolley is a Master Hypnotherapist specializing in supporting service-based entrepreneurs to overcome limiting thoughts, beliefs, and behavior. Even if you're not an entrepreneur or have a side hustle, you will gain so much insight into subconscious programming and how to use hypnotherapy to bust through limiting beliefs once and for all! Episode #6: Subconscious Self-Sabotage Connect with Brooklyn on Instagram Are you the queen of over-complicating things? Get Brooklyn's FREE Let it Be Easy Hypnotherapy! Request a custom-made hypnotherapy session from Brooklyn! Follow me on Instagram! Cycle School is open for enrollment!
One in ten women are diagnosed with endometriosis. Chances are high that you know a woman who is silently suffering from this whole-body disease. In this episode, I share my personal story of my struggle with endometriosis and how it affected my mental health. Please listen to this episode and share it with everyone! Connect with me on Instagram! https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5440042/
Electrolyte beverages are all the rage in the health and wellness world, but do you really need to supplement electrolytes? In this episode, I de-mystify the role of electrolytes and help you understand if drinking an electrolyte beverage is a good choice for you. Re-Lyte Electrolytes LMNT Electrolytes
If you struggle with chronic fatigue, brain fog, trouble concentrating, or feeling reliant on caffeine and other stimulants to get through your day, the answer may be more straightforward than you thought. Because humans are bombarded with so much artificial light, it's easy for our biological rhythms to get thrown out of whack, which can lead to all sorts of chronic issues and diseases. Learn how to support and reset your body's circadian rhythms. Resources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2290997/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12480364/
In this episode, learn the two main reasons why women gain weight in mid-life and how to uncover the root cause of your weight gain. If you're struggling with weight loss resistance, and proper nutrition and exercise aren't helping, you may have a hormone imbalance that is preventing you from dropping excess weight. I'm proud to offer free DUTCH hormone testing to the women in my private mentorship program. Learn more about DUTCH testing. Please schedule a consultation if you would like to learn more about my private mentorship packages. Enroll in Cycle Strategy 101 Connect with me on Instagram!
This podcast represents the opinions of Ashlee Sorensen, Functional Health Coach, and her guests. The content shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Because each person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. 80% of women experience hot flashes in perimenopause and menopause. In this episode, I explain the cause of hot flashes and share my best tips for easing hot flashes and night sweats! Connect with me on Instagram! Are you interested in private coaching? Schedule a no-pressure chat to ask all your questions! Studies cited in this podcast: The Midlife Women's Health Study – a study protocol of a longitudinal prospective study on predictors of menopausal hot flashes | Women's Midlife Health | Full Text (biomedcentral.com) Menopausal Hot Flashes: A Concise Review - PMC (nih.gov) Magnitude of the impact of hot flashes on sleep in perimenopausal women - PMC (nih.gov) Hot Flashes: A Review of Pathophysiology and Treatment Modalities - PMC (nih.gov) Hot Flashes: Why They Happen, Treatment, Prevention (webmd.com) Hot flashes - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic What causes hot flushes? The neuroendocrine origin of vasomotor symptoms in the menopause - PubMed (nih.gov) The relationship of longitudinal change in reproductive hormones and vasomotor symptoms during the menopausal transition - PubMed (nih.gov) Evaluating urinary estrogen and progesterone metabolites using dried filter paper samples and gas chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry The Free Hormone Hypothesis: When, Why, and How to Measure the Free Hormone Levels to Assess Vitamin D, Thyroid, Sex Hormone, and Cortisol Status - PMC (nih.gov) Daily salivary cortisol patterns in midlife women with hot flashes Effect of omega-3 supplements on vasomotor symptoms in menopausal women: A systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed (nih.gov) Menopause Diet: How What You Eat Affects Your Symptoms (healthline.com) Effects of a dietary intervention and weight change on vasomotor symptoms in the Women's Health Initiative - PMC (nih.gov) Efficacy of phytoestrogens for menopausal symptoms: a meta-analysis and systematic review - PubMed (nih.gov) Menopausal symptoms and risk factors for cardiovascular disease in postmenopause - PubMed (nih.gov) Menopausal symptoms and risk factors for cardiovascular disease in postmenopause - PubMed (nih.gov) Vasomotor symptoms and insulin resistance in the study of women's health across the nation - PubMed (nih.gov) Association between menopausal symptoms and metabolic syndrome in postmenopausal women - PubMed (nih.gov) Caffeine and menopausal symptoms: what is the association? - PubMed (nih.gov) An exploratory study on perceived relationship of alcohol, caffeine, and physical activity on hot flashes in menopausal women (scirp.org) The International Menopause Study of Climate, Altitude, Temperature (IMS-CAT) and vasomotor symptoms - PubMed (nih.gov) Botanical and Dietary Supplements for Menopausal Symptoms: What Works, What Doesn't - PMC (nih.gov)
I've included MCT oil in my daily nutrition for several years. In this episode, I share why MCT oil can benefit a woman's blood sugar and metabolic health. Sign up to receive exclusive offers and discounts! Connect with Ashlee on Instagram!
Do your chocolate cravings intensify during the colder months, or at certain times of the cycle? You're not alone. In this episode, learn why a neurotransmitter imbalance may be the cause. Become a Hormone VIP to receive exclusive discounts, first dibs on new programs and courses, and weekly tips delivered straight to your inbox (with love) every Sunday. Boost your serotonin levels naturally with brewed cacao. Save $5 on your Crio Bru order! Learn more about the courses offered through Cycle School.
Have you struggled to lose weight because you're PMS cravings are through the roof? Or perhaps you have a habit of starting a new diet strongly and eventually losing momentum and having to start back at the beginning yet again. This episode is for you if you are desperate to lose weight or want to feel more controlled around food. Lisa Salisbury helps women lose weight without counting calories, calculating macros, or measuring a dang thing, and this week, she is sharing tips on what to do about those pesky cravings and how to stop feeling out of control around food. Schedule a free call with Lisa! Well With Lisa Podcast Connect with Lisa on Instagram! Get Lisa's FREE Go-To Meals Guide! You can learn more about women's hormones on Instagram!
I love learning from the author of Atomic Habits, James Clear. In this episode, I share some insightful questions he uses as he conducts his annual self-review, which I looked at through the lens of menstrual cycle awareness and found to be powerful journal prompts for the cyclical woman. Do you know where you're headed? Do you like where your daily habits and behaviors are leading you? This episode will be a guide in helping you see and change your current habits to embody the future you're trying to create now. Like what you're learning from this podcast? Subscribe to my weekly Brilliant in the Basics e-mail to learn more about how you can support your hormones. To inquire about options for one-on-one coaching, please schedule a free call with Ashlee here. Follow Ashlee on Instagram! Learn more about menstrual and hormone health in Cycle School! Atomic Habits by James Clear
If the thought of New Year's Resolutions gives you a little anxiety, let me introduce you to a new way of goal-setting and achieving using the guidance and wisdom of your menstrual cycle. Learn how your innate cyclical superpowers will keep you motivated, excited, on track, and aligned to reach your goals. Take your menstrual cycle awareness practice to a new level! Enroll in Cycle Strategy 101 here! Let's be friends! Say hi on Instagram!
It may be the holidays, but that doesn't mean your hormones are taking a break.
Did you know that there are two different kinds of fat? Belly fat is called visceral fat and is the most dangerous kind. In this episode, learn why visceral fat harms our health and why you may be focusing on the wrong things to try to lose your belly fat. Implement these six strategies offered in this episode, and you will see a belly weight reduction. If you feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working, you will want to listen to this episode, where I share some insightful questions to ask yourself when evaluating your progress and results. If you want to lose belly fat for the LAST time, you've come to the right place! DM me on Instagram for details about private coaching. If you love learning about the menstrual cycle and cyclical superpowers, you will LOVE Cycle Strategy 101! Learn more here!
Listen to learn what some of the most common symptoms of a hormone imbalance are, then sign up for your Hormone Jumpstart Session and start taking action to improve your health now. Give the women in your life the gift that keeps giving. Purchase Cycle Strategy 101 for her, and you!
Perimenopause symptoms can mimic those of hypothyroidism. I discovered this this past year as I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism myself. In this episode, I share three things that helped me discern if it's perimenopause or, indeed, a thyroid issue. Connect with me on Instagram!
Women's nutritional and fitness needs are different. While there are indeed some incredible female bodybuilders going for significant muscle mass gains, most of us have other goals. And that leaves women with a lot of questions. In this episode, I answer the following questions: Why is protein intake so important? How much protein should I be eating? Will too much protein make me bulky or fat? Should I try a protein shake? The questions about protein are nearly endless. While I can't address all of them here, let me give you some of the most critical information I share with my private clients. Get a jumpstart on your 2024 health goals! Purchase and schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session now! Learn more from me on Instagram! Learn how dairy affects your hormones in this podcast episode. Learn how our symptoms can become background noise in this podcast episode. Read the study cited in this episode: The Role of Protein in Weight Loss and Maintenence.
I've been practicing menstrual cycle awareness for several years now, but a recent experience reminded me that MCA is a practice and continual learning experience. I also share five tips for how to create a calmer luteal phase. Learn how hormones affect exercise performance and how a woman can benefit from changing her exercise as she moves through the phases of the menstrual cycle. Save 20% on the Steady and Strong online course! Dive deep into the four inner seasons or phases of the menstrual cycle. Learn how to get the most from each phase and how to tap into your cyclical superpowers in the Cycle Strategy 101 online course. Learn more about Cycle Strategy 101 here. Listen to my podcast episode, PMS Rage and Hating My Hormones, with my client, Heather Shuler, here. Learn why I recommend a magnesium supplement for every woman in this podcast episode. Connect with me on Instagram!
Do you ever wish you were more confident? Do the insecurities that you felt as a youth still creep up from time to time? Do you let fear hold you back? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you're in for a treat! Join me for a powerful conversation with Confidence Coach Leslie Randolph and learn how to combat the inner mean girl and ditch the doubt so you can accomplish your goals and realize your dreams. www.confidencecoachforgirls.com The Why Didn't They Tell Us? Podcast Connect with Leslie on Facebook Connect with Leslie on Instagram Connect with Ashlee on InstagramEnroll in Cycle Strategy 101
Are you trying to establish healthy habits but need help figuring out where to start? Maybe you feel like you're so off-course that it's not worth trying anymore. Join me as I talk with Macro Coach and Personal Trainer Anne Miller about how long-lasting and life-changing habits begin with small and simple changes. Connect with Anne on Instagram! Join my Holiday Private Mentorship at a special price! Learn more from me on Instagram!
Blood sugar spikes in and of themselves are a natural and normal reaction and process of the pancreas when we eat, so when do spikes become a problem? If you still want to enjoy your favorite foods during the holidays but don't want the short and long-term consequences of blood sugar spikes, you'll want to listen to the hacks I offer in this episode. You don't have to miss out on all your favorite foods or sacrifice fun times to get and stay healthy this holiday season! You can receive support and RESULTS like never before in my private mentorship program! Sign up for my Holiday Coaching Package! Connect with me on Instagram!
When I think of a midlife crisis, I usually think of a man buying a fancy, new sports car, but I sat down with Life Coach Karen Michelle and asked her what a midlife crisis looks like for a woman. In this episode, Karen explains that she calls this time a "chaos" rather than a "crisis" and that so many women feel isolated in midlife because conversations around five main topics aren't happening. We dive into those topics in this episode! The Midlife Chaos podcast Connect with Karen on Instagram The Midlife Chaos on Facebook
How do you know it's time to find a new doctor, and how do you know you've found the "right one"? In this episode, I share some red flags that are sure signs it's time to look for a new doc and how to advocate for yourself in an office visit with your doctor. Connect with me on Instagram! Find a Functional Health Practitioner in your area. If you have questions about private coaching, please email AshleeSorensenCoachingLLC@gmail.com. Sign up for the Holiday Coaching package here.
Perhaps you've worked with a coach or therapist through trauma or a specific challenge but found that mindset work only took you so far. Now what? In this episode, Life and Relationship Coach Bridget Covill shares her 3-step approach for processing emotions in the body. Bridget also shares her experience of how mindset work only took her so far when she stopped drinking alcohol and what she learned, implemented, and now teaches about somatic work or releasing damaging, pent-up emotions in the body using various mind-body techniques. You will love this episode! Learn more from Bridget! Wake Up and Thrive Podcast with Bridget Covill Connect with Bridget on Instagram! Are you looking for personalized coaching that delivers results ASAP? Look no further! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Connect with me on Instagram!
Walking may be one of the most underrated forms of movement, but it can boost mood, improve insulin sensitivity, and keep you fit. Why aren't we doing it more? Listen to this episode and learn the benefits of walking and why it's essential for a healthy, balanced mind, body, and spirit. Access my online courses through Cycle School here! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Connect with me on Instagram!
Did you know that 40% of US adults aged 18-44 are insulin-resistant? Insulin resistance may be the reason you are gaining fat around your abdomen or having difficulty losing weight. In this episode, I explain what happens when you're insulin-resistant and what warning signs and symptoms to look for. I also share five strategies to help you reverse insulin and get yourself on a path to healing. Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session here! Connect with me on Instagram! Sign up to receive tips for healthy hormones delivered to your inbox weekly!
Do you have a hard time surrendering to pleasure? Do you trust your body? Enjoy this powerful conversation with Amber Smith, a Sex and Empowerment Coach for Women, and learn how to surrender to more pleasure and enjoyment in life, even while healing past trauma. You are worthy of a beautiful life! Connect with Ashlee on Instagram! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Connect with Amber Smith on Instagram WellandWorthyEveryday.com The Well and Worthy After Dark Podcast
Have you noticed that your PMS mood symptoms are worsening the older you get? In this episode, I explain why this happens and what you can do about it. Connect with me on Instagram! Sign up for the Hormone Empowered Masterclass! Stop feeling like a victim of your hormones, and begin experiencing healing now! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Podcast episode with my client, Heather Shuler: PMS Rage and Hating Your Hormones
Once you start experiencing perimenopause symptoms, can you still get pregnant? What are the best options for birth control during perimenopause? All these questions and more are answered in this episode! Save your seat at the Hormone Empowered Masterclass! Connect with me on Instagram! Crio Bru
If you've been trying to heal your acne with no luck, chances are it's because the root cause of acne still needs to be addressed. In this episode, I share with you what steps I recommend to uncover the root cause of your acne and the part nutrition plays in your healing process. Connect with me on Instagram. Pub Med Study: Effects of Alcohol on the Endocrine System Find clean skin-care products. Enroll in the Hormone Empowered Masterclass!
Understand how oral contraceptives affect your hormones, menstrual cycle, and long-term health. Connect with me on Instagram Enroll in Cycle Strategy 101 and learn to love your hormones! Beyond the Pill by Dr. Jolene Brighten
Endometrial ablation is a procedure used to alleviate heavy periods. In this episode, learn what this procedure involves, the pros and cons, and if the procedure may be right for you. If you have a question about menstruation or women's hormones, please send me a direct message on Instagram. Enroll in Cycle School! Learn more about cyclical pain after ablation. Learn more about the health benefits of being around water.
If you spend more time Googling and researching your symptoms than actually taking action, this episode is for you! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session Connect with me on Instagram.
How does a woman's exercise need to evolve as she ages? What should be the focus of her workouts? How to accurately measure progress? How to find the motivation to exercise when you don't feel well? All of these questions and so much more are answered in this conversation with Certified Fitness Trainer and YouTube fitness sensation PJ Wren. Connect with Ashlee on Instagram! Sign up for a Hormone Jumpstart Session FitnessWithPJ.com Over Fifty Fitness PJ's favorite fitness tools Connect with PJ on Instagram!
There are four phases of perimenopause, and you may be surprised to learn that the first phase begins in your mid-30s! In this episode, I answer common questions about perimenopause, symptoms, and testing to see if you are in perimenopause. I also share the symptoms I experienced at the beginning of my perimenopause transition. Connect with me on Instagram! Save 25% on your purchase of Cycle Strategy 101 Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session!
One of the most empowering things you can do for your hormone health is to begin reducing your toxic load. Learn how exposure to chemicals hurts your hormone health and what you can do about it. Connect with me on Instagram! Find toxic-free products!
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Are you using the menstrual cycle to your full advantage? In this episode, learn how the menstrual cycle can organize you. If you frequently feel overwhelmed with your to-do list and need help being consistent, this episode will teach you how to schedule your to-do list with what you are biologically primed for at phases of your cycle. Purchase the Cyclical Intimacy Course Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Connect with me on Instagram! Get the most out of your menstrual cycle! Enroll in Cycle Strategy 101!
Learn the correlation between hormones and migraines and how to get some relief! Get my migraine supplement protocol! Use code: AshleeS10 to save 10% on your Mixhers order! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Connect with me on Instagram!
Learn how to stay motivated to reach your long-term goals. Connect with me on Instagram! Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session! Enroll in courses!
Learn how a teen girl's cycle differs from a grown woman's and the red flags to be aware of. Connect with me on Instagram. Cycle Strategy 101
What causes insomnia during the luteal phase and perimenopause, and what can you do? Listen and learn how to ensure you get the shut-eye your body needs every night. Schedule your Hormone Jumpstart Session Save 10% on high-quality supplements when you order through my Fullscript account. Click here to create your account, then click on my PMS protocol to order magnesium and vitamin B6, mentioned in this episode. Connect with me on Instagram
You've heard of blood sugar, but what is it, and why does it matter? In this episode, Functional Nutrition Therapy Practitioner Danielle Hamilton explains what blood sugar is and why it's essential that every woman understands how it affects her hormones and overall well-being. Dani shares her experience discovering the root cause of her PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), acne, and PMS and how after her experience of being gaslit by her doctor, she used her intuition to find answers and heal her body. This episode will inspire you! Connect with Dani on Instagram! Unlock the Sugar Shackles Podcast Follow me on Instagram for more info on hormones & menstruation!
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