PCOS Diva Podcast

214 - Effective strategies for weight loss and balancing blood sugar-[Podcast with Nagina Sethi Abdullah]

213- [Elizabeth Dall] How to break the cycle of emotional eating and find balance with food by Amy Medling & Vinu Jyothi

Diane Ducarme is the Founder & CEO of Migraine Heroes, is a leading figure in migraine investigation, blending the wisdom of Eastern Medicine with Western science and advanced technology to uncover the true roots of migraine disease. Diane's approach uniquely emphasizes adding functional foods instead of eliminating them, shifting away from restrictive practices to focus on nourishing the body. Diane's dedication continues to transform lives, offering a holistic path to relief, resilience, and wellness for those navigating migraine disease. Dr. Vinu and Diane discuss how 1 in 5 women have migraines and how migraines triple to quadruples for women once they reach puberty. Diane explains how the migraine attacks possibly are started in the digestive and hormonal systems. They also discuss how your gut has such a profound impact on the health of your brain. A healthy, balanced gut means no more error messages. No more error messages means no more migraines. Tune in as they discuss: How migraines are genetic The importance of a balanced gut for migraines Diet modifications for migraines Why the birth control pill is over prescribed for migraines How to get rid of a migraine naturally

EPISODE 211 - Women's health and fertility - what your cycle is telling you by Amy Medling & Vinu Jyothi

Dr. Monica Minjeur, is a board-certified family medicine physician specializing in testing and treatment for infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, recurrent miscarriage, painful periods, PMS and other gynecological conditions. She is passionate about using menstrual cycle analysis to improve the lives of women and couples.

210 – Cheating your way to good health [Podcast with Dr. Dana Cohen] by Amy Medling & Vinu Jyothi

In this podcast, Dr. Weiss breaks down what PCOS is and gives insight into how inositol actually works in the body and provides benefits. Throughout his career he has always sought the holistic approach to curing and preventing disease. Dr. Weiss is an OBGYN expert in hormonal irregularities and reproductive health, and has been helping women with PCOS to regain control of their ovarian health for over 2 decades.

208 – How to know if your period is “abnormal” [Podcast with Dr. Erin Ellis]

207 – Is your hypothalamus out of balance and worsening your pcos? [Podcast with Deborah Maragopoulos

Living a low insulin lifestyle and it's benefits with PCOS [Podcast with Ali Chappell]

205 - GESTATIONAL DIABETES & PCOS DURING PREGNANCY [Podcast with Lily Nicholas]

PCOS and Pregnancy (Podcast with Dr. Kela Smith) by Dr. Vinu Jyothi, MD, MPH. Dr. Kela Smith is a Holistic-Integrative Fertility and Hormone Doctor. She founded The Hormone Puzzle Society and the Hormone Puzzle Society Educational Institute for Coaches. The Hormone Puzzle Society is a health hub for fertility, hormones, and pregnancy and through this platform Dr. Kela and her team work with women/couples coaching them on how to optimize their body/mind/spirit so they can get and stay pregnant, bring home a healthy baby, have an easy postpartum as well as eliminate symptoms of hormone imbalance. Tune in as they discuss: Navigating PCOS lab testing What to eat to help with androgen balance Managing mental and emotional stress for inflammation Customizing care based on your pcos type How to nourish your nervous system

203 - How Your Gut Health Affects PCOS [Podcast with Dr. Robin Rose] by Amy Medling & Vinu Jyothi

Binge eating can be a common issue with PCOS because of our hormonal imbalances. Binge eating is also considered a disordered eating habit. Disordered eating, a circumstance that affects up to 75% of women. Lydia Knight is a certified health coach and eating disorder expert. On today's podcast, Dr. Vinu talks with Lydia Knight about how our relationship with food affects our eating habits and how to change our eating habits and thought processes about food and dieting. | Read More on PCOS Diva

On today's podcast, Dr. Vinu talks with Megan Kophamer about how she healed her PCOS and how she was able to get pregnant through diet, chiropractic care and lifestyle changes that she learned using the PCOS Diva Jumpstart program. Megan is a stay-at-home mom of 3 who was diagnosed with PCOS when she was 20 and had some fears that she might not be able to have children. Listen in as she shares how she overcame her PCOS and was able to get pregnant.

[200] Gut Health, Sleep & Reclaiming Your Health - Podcast Interview with Dr. Gary Kaplan by Amy Medling & Vinu Jyothi

Listen to this podcast interview with Dr. Gary Kaplan, DO, DABFP, DABPM, FAAMA to learn about a revolutionary new approach to break the cycle of pain and depression, autoimmune conditions, sleep, meditation, gut health, nutrition etc.

199 - IVF, Fertility Goals & Improving Egg Quality [Podcast w/ Lauren Haring] by Amy Medling

198 - Heal your hormones to bring more pleasure into your love life [Podcast with Dr. Jolene Brighten]

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[TEST VERSION] Dr. Brighten Podcast 2023 by Amy Medling

We're so excited to have Magdalena Wszelaki back on the PCOS Diva podcast to discuss all things breast health with Amy Medling. Magdalena is an endocrine specialist, chef, certified nutrition coach, herbalist, speaker, and educator. Magdalena has personally battled with Graves', Hashimoto's, adrenal fatigue, Estrogen Dominance, and years of digestive issues. Her journey led her to look holistically at what causes hormonal imbalances in women and to inspire other women to take care of their health and hormones. Magdalena has worked with women who deal with hormonal imbalances and has found that it is rare to see a woman suffering from only one hormonal imbalance. Estrogen imbalance, thyroid issues, PMS, mood swings and irregular cycles all play a major role in PCOS. That's why this podcast is a must-listen.

On today's podcast, we get to know Dr. Vinu Jyothi, MD, MPH. Dr. Vinu is our newest member of the PCOS Diva Team. She is a physician-researcher, public health advocate, medical reviewer and women's health advocate with a passion for healing PCOS naturally. In this podcast, Amy interviews Dr. Vinu.  Here, Amy and Dr. Vinu both share a passion for holistic PCOS healing. Listen in as we get to know Dr. Vinu and hear about her personal journey with PCOS. She shares what helped her heal her PCOS symptoms and she discusses the importance of sleep, diet, intermittent fasting and more. Dr. Vinu also shares how she'll be contributing to PCOS Diva team and what her plans are for the future of PCOS Diva.

On today's podcast, we learn all about Ayurveda with Dr. Shivani Gupta. Dr. Gupta created a Modern Ayurveda program and Fusionary Formulas to fuse east and west practices for self-care, digestion, stress reduction and metabolism. PCOS Inflammation is the root cause for so many health issues. In this podcast, Dr. Gupta explains at-home remedies to reduce inflammation naturally to help with bloating, brain fog, fatigue, skin issues, depression and more. She explains that Ayurveda has three different types of Doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Everyone has a dosha that they're born with, knowing your dosha can help you live a healthier and more balanced life. It can provide insight into how you should respond to stress, what you should eat and how to personalize self-care for YOU. Tune in to learn: The 3 different types of dosha & what they mean Simple practices of Ayurvedic self-care How to manage PCOS inflammation with Ayurveda How to feel at home in your body & feel whole The benefits of Turmeric Learn how to come back to your home dosha base

Amy and co-host Dr. Vinu Jyothi interview Dr. Poppy Daniels. Dr. Poppy is an OBGYN and specializes in bioidentical hormone therapy, integrative thyroid treatment, and holistic health. On today's podcast, Dr. Poppy explains the effects the pandemic has had on women with PCOS and the fertility effects in both men and women of childbearing age. She explains what she has personally seen in her fertility clinic and the types of treatments. Listen in as we discuss: Types of treatments for PCOS during menopause How to tell the difference between "regular" PCOS symptoms vs starting menopause Saliva hormone testing vs blood hormone testing How long haul C affects women with PCOS Fertility effects in men and women of childbearing age from the pandemic How the birth control pill affects young adolescent women with PCOS

Women with PCOS tend to have an upregulated nervous system. This means there is more nerve cell firing, making it harder for your body to relax after a stressful situation. It's important to know the role of the vagas nerve and how it affects the way your body processes stress. Amy has invited Jessica Maguire on the PCOS Diva Podcast. Jessica is a knowledgeable Trauma Informed Physiotherapist. Her specialty is teaching patients about the vagus nerve and how stress-related illnesses such as anxiety, depression, and autoimmune issues can arise from dysregulation after chronic or traumatic stress. In this episode, Amy and Jessica discuss how our vagus nerve plays a critical role in our mental and physical health and tips for managing anxiety and stress with PCOS. Listen in and learn: What the vagus nerve is and the role it has Tools for managing anxiety & stress The difference between the thinking brain vs the survival brain How to pay attention to your emotions and recognize how to respond The benefits of co-regulation

190 - HACK YOUR MINDSET TO TRANSFORM YOUR FITNESS GOALS [Podcast with Bela Castro] Women with PCOS tend to be very insulin resistant, which is why exercise is so such an important piece to healing PCOS. Today we'll be talking about how mindset can help your wellness goals with Bela Castro, she is the founder and head trainer of B-FIT where she helps women to glow from the inside out. Bela explains how to reveal your inner motivation and how that can help you succeed in your health and fitness goals. Listen in and learn: How to build a healthy relationship with food & nourish your body Ways to incorporate more raw unprocessed foods in your diet Learn what your inner motivation is & how it can help you achieve your goals What it means to achieve higher energetic vibrations through food How to match your daily existence with the ideal version of you

Synergize the power of the mind, body, and soul to get the best out of you on a transformational health & fitness journey!

Today we'll be talking about pathways to pregnancy with bestselling author, international speaker, acupuncturist, and high-performance coach Mary Wong. Mary is the founder of Alive Holistic Health, which combines traditional Chinese medicine with Western science to nurture the body and soul. She has helped over 10,000 women in counting overcome infertility, PCOS, and other health challenges. In her book - Pathways to Pregnancy - she explains the power of combining Western and Eastern medicine to improve your chances of having a baby. In her book she shares peoples real stories so that women can feel empowered, have hope, not feel alone, and not have shame on their journey towards motherhood. In today's episode, Mary and Amy also share their personal stories about struggling with infertility, their journeys to motherhood, and overcoming the labels Doctors put on them. Listen in and learn: The positive effects acupuncture and herbal medicine have on fertility How to let go of labels a Dr. may have put on you about your "infertility" How to manage working while going through IVF How to encourage a pregnancy and align yourself to create life The connection a demanding job has on fertility and how to manage that stress

Dr. Dana Cohen is NYC's leading Holistic Doctor and has been on the leading edge of integrative and functional medicine for over two decades. She practices with an emphasis on the individual, understanding that no two patients are alike, and limits her patient's reliance on prescription medications by using diet, lifestyle changes, and nutritional supplementation. Her recent book - Quench - explains the benefits of proper hydration and how it can dramatically affect your health, vitality, and overall quality of life. She explains the right way to hydrate and how to get the water you drink deep into your muscles, cells, and fascia (the connective tissue of your body), where it's needed most. It's important for women with PCOS to be hydrated. Water is a major component of every cell, tissue, and organ. It plays an important role in almost every bodily function. Increasing your water intake will also help both insoluble and soluble fiber do their job to avoid digestive distress, which is a common symptom of PCOS. Listen in as we discuss: How what you eat affects how you absorb water Debunk myths about “getting enough water” Benefits of salt for hydration Tips for how to drink and absorb more water  How micro-movements throughout the day keep you hydrated  The many ways dehydration affects your mind and body

Dr. Felice Gersh is a ground-breaking thought leader in the field of PCOS. She is a multi award-winning physician with a dual board certification in OBGYN and Integrative Medicine. Dr. Gersh returns to the PCOS Diva podcast to discuss the pros and cons of a pharmaceutical drug called Semaglutide, also marketed under the name of Ozempic and Wegovy. I've heard many women with PCOS talking recently about Semaglutide as a new "magic pill" for PCOS symptoms and weight loss. And that this pill it's not only being used by women with PCOS and type 2 diabetes but it's apparently the hot new weight loss drug celebrities are using in Hollywood. In this podcast, Dr. Gersh explains how this so called "magic pill" (Semaglutide) is a chemical mimic of GLP-1 which your body naturally produces when everything is working right. GLP-1 helps to regulate your appetite and helps create energy by utilizing stored glycogen (a form of stored fat). In this podcast we discuss how a quick fix doesn't usually hold up long term. Listen in as we discuss: - Pros and cons of taking Semaglutide - The concerning effects of getting off the drug - Breaking down the study that "supports" the drug and how the study didn't include women with PCOS - The importance of informed consent - Natural ways to encourage your body to regulate your appetite to lose weight

Interview with Monique Rhodes, she is a master at teaching you how to calm your mind and live a happier life. Mental wellness is so important for women with PCOS because such a large majority of us are suffering with anxiety and depression and mood related disorders. Monique has worked with some of the most well known spiritual teachers of our time like Dalai Lama, Thich Naht Hahn, Ekhart Tolle and Pema Chödrön. She is on a mission to help people who think they can't meditate, she created The 10 Minute Mind meditation course which is used at over 70 universities and colleges. In this podcast Monique explains ways meditation can lead you to happiness and gives mediation tips for people who think they can't mediate. Listen in as we discuss: - How to take expectations off yourself while meditating - Why meditation is the answer to a lot of our problems - The steps you can take right now to create a life of happiness - How not to suppress negative emotions and deal with them as they come - Ways meditation can have a positive ripple effect in your life - How to get rid of harsh beliefs we may have about ourselves that no longer serve us

Women with PCOS often struggle with excess hair growth. Many women have tried different hair removal techniques from electrolysis, at-home lasers, waxing, or threading. I came across a product that is a natural at-home option for hair removal and I am delighted to share it with you on today's podcast. I speak with Salome Sallehy, the founder and president of Sugar Sugar Wax. She shares all the benefits of sugar waxing and how it can really help women with PCOS. This hair removal technique is really new to me, but I've tried it out and I'm so impressed with the results. Listen in as we discuss: - What is sugaring - Why is it a great hair removal method for women with PCOS - Step by step instructions on how to use Sugar Sugar Wax - When the best time to wax is based on the different hair growth phases - Hair positivity – empowering women to not feel shame around body hair

Vitex, also called "chaste tree", is a plant used in many herbal supplements for hormonal symptoms, including PCOS. There is a lot of conflicting information regarding Vitex in the PCOS community. In today's podcast, I speak with Jillian Bar-av, a Registered Herbalist and Licensed Nutritionist. We discuss the pros and cons of taking Vitex and where the confusion around taking Vitex for PCOS comes from. Join us as we chat about the following: - Vitex effects on reproductive health - Myths about Vitex raising Luteinizing Hormone - What type of PCOS works best with Vitex - Herbs to help with stress and anxiety

We are designed for and motivated to seek happiness. However, to be motivated but not trained can be frustrating. Sherry Fernandez Stirling uses a unique blend of memoir, sound principles, and practical tools to help you make progress toward your infinite potential and with it, happiness. Life Mastery includes training and systems necessary to reach goals and develop habits needed for success in every area of life, including: Better Relationships A Healthier Body Sounder Finances Spiritual Peace Fun and Passion

Discussion with Dr. Jennifer Mayes about her fantastic healing success using the PCOS Diva Jumpstart program & Meal Plans.  Jennifer is a Professor of English at a community college in Tennessee. She began her journey with PCOS at a very young age.  Besides being an advocate for health and continuing to research and live with PCOS, she also has a YouTube channel, Magical Muses & Monthly Musings, dedicated to her love for makeup and skincare supportive of a PCOS-friendly lifestyle.  She documents her journey with health on her Instagram, jenniferhealthwarrior, and she and her husband, Alex, love to travel and explore new cultures and foods that broaden her understanding of what living with PCOS really means for women everywhere.   Tune in as we discuss: - The negative effects of birth control and mainstream medications on her health - Why Weight Watchers didn't work for her - long term - Why the PCOS Diva Jumpstart worked for her - Her journey from 269 to 121 pounds - Listening to subtle body cues - Anxiety management - Mindset factors for success

With Over 10 years of struggling to manage her PCOS and being dependent on pills and being disappointed with the phrase that “lifestyle change is the only solution that can help” - Nidhi Singh took control of her health. With PCOS and periods being a taboo subject in India, she felt a dire need to normalize the conversation about PCOS. She realized the lived experiences could truly help women and can be a powerful tool to find reliable resources and build a trusted community. PCOS Club India is now India's largest PCOS-focused community. Join us as we chat about the following: - The global perspective -  how different cultures play a role in PCOS inheritance & the genetic piece that is often overlooked - The lack of reproductive health options for Indian women - Ayurvedic solutions: eat for your dosha, gut healing, popular Indian herbs and spices

I am honored to interview Dr. David Perlmutter, MD, FACN, a board-certified neurologist, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and five-time New York Times bestselling author. He is recognized internationally as a leader in the field of nutritional influences in neurological disorders. His most recent book- Drop Acid – explores the fascinating correlation between high levels of uric acid & an increase, or even a possible cause, in PCOS symptoms. He explains that the elevation of uric acid is not just related to things like weight gain, increased blood sugar, and increased blood pressure, but is actually playing a causative role. This is a major breakthrough in the field of PCOS research. Listen in as we discuss: - What is uric acid & why does your body create it - How high uric acid can cause PCOS symptoms - How to test your uric acid levels and what is a healthy rate - How to fix elevated uric acid level: important lifestyle and supplement additions

Women with PCOS often struggle with gut issues like gas, bloating, constipation, indigestion, and acid reflux. And most doctors are not trained to help you get to the root cause of these symptoms.  That's why I am excited to share today's podcast with you - all about gut health & how it is directly connected to PCOS! I spoke with Jillian Smith, a gut health dietitian with a special focus on functional medicine. She teaches that your gut symptoms are valid and they are 100% not normal. Through the RIGHT testing, proper nutrition, personalized lifestyle, and supplement interventions, she helps women heal their gut and experience life symptom-free. Listen as we explore: - The 3 steps to gut healing - The gut-brain connection and how to change your mindset around healing - How to find a gut health practitioner - The top gut health therapies

r. Felice Gersh is a double board-certified, ground-breaking thought leader in the field of PCOS. She returns to the PCOS Diva podcast to discuss taking control of your lifestyle before you enter Menopause.  In general, women with PCOS need to be extra vigilant during the peri-menopause and menopause years because we have more insulin resistance, gut issues, and inflammation. If these issues are left unmanaged, during menopause they can contribute to heightened hot flashes, mood swings, sleep problems, and weight gain. There is hope! Dr. Gersh assures us that Menopause does not have to be all gloom and doom. She shows us how to take control of our health now so we can breeze through Menopause.  Listen in and learn: - 3 stages of menopause and what to expect if you have PCOS - Why PCOS-delayed Menopause is a myth - How to take control now - Tips and best practices to start implementing at all stages of life (and before you hit Menopause) - Hot flash treatments - Why a hysterectomy is not the solution

In today's podcast, I talk with Dr. K and Ashley, founders of the Seed Oil Rebellion. They are on a mission to help spread awareness of seed oils, their effects on our health, and how to live a seed oil-free life. Seed oils, also known as vegetable oils or industrial seed oils, are highly processed oils extracted from seeds such as soybeans, corn, rapeseed, cottonseed, sunflower, and safflower seeds.  After the seeds are harvested, they are then heated to extremely high temperatures that oxidize the fatty acids creating byproducts that are harmful to our health. Due to the high amounts of omega-6 fatty acids found in these oils, not only do they become inflammatory compounds in the pan but in your body as well. They play a significant role in chronic inflammatory diseases and a large variety of other skin, gut, and weight issues to name a few.  While they may not be present in your home as cooking oils, the truth of the matter is they are in just about everything. Most packaged foods, from tortilla chips to coffee creamer, and just about every restaurant.  The Evil Eight, as we call them, are canola, corn, cottonseed (or rapeseed), soybean, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, and rice bran. These are the absolute worst oils and should always be avoided as best as possible. The Simple Six, which we consider the healthiest oils are ghee (clarified butter), beef tallow, butter, coconut, avocado, and olive oil. Use these to cook with and look for store-bought options including these too! Our conversation is one you don't want to miss - get ready to have your mind blown!

I find that poor dental health often accompanies PCOS. Over the years, I have struggled with inflamed gums even though I was vigilant with my oral care. In my quest to find the proper treatment for my teeth, I came across a product that has helped me and I am delighted to share it with you on today's podcast. I speak with Trina Felber, the founder, and creator of Primal Life Organics, an all-natural dental care company that focuses on oral health as the gateway to internal health. Her mission is to help you gain a complete mouth makeover so not only will your oral health escalate, but so will your overall health. Listen in as we discuss: - The ground-breaking dental research of Dr. Weston A. Price regarding sugar and cavities (and much more!) - How acidic foods affect the health of your mouth - The necessary toothpaste minerals needed to optimize your oral health (few products have them) - What ingredients to look out for in your dental products – more than fluoride - Mouthwash, yes or no? - What causes bad breath - Light therapy for whitening your teeth naturally

Interview with Dee McCaffrey, an organic chemist turned clinical nutritionist and internationally acclaimed author. She walks us through her method and explains how she was able to lose 100 pounds and keep it off for three decades by eliminating processed foods. Tune in to learn: How chemicals in processed food lead to addictions How to respect the natural design of your body What it means to be overfed and undernourished Deep exploration of natural cane sugar Which sugars are best for PCOS Why vegetables are the prime fuel for your body and weight loss

One of the main pillars of being a PCOS Diva is learning how to think like a Diva which means changing your mindset around the way that you view your PCOS diagnosis. On today's podcast, I talk with Ann Papayoti, author and mindset coach. She is dedicated to helping people rise above life's painful and challenging moments so that they can live their best lives. She shows us how easy change can be once we embrace the gift within the challenge and set our course for a lighter heart, an alternative emotion, and surrender within the moment. Listen in (or read the transcript) as we discuss: - How self-healing begins with self-compassion - What are your sticky notes or self-limiting beliefs? - How to know if you are stuck in unconscious avoidance - The energy of emotions & the most powerful emotions for healing - How to “float” in your pain, not push it away

In today's podcast, I speak with April Tesson, the founder of The Period Yogi – an online yoga membership that helps women pair their yoga with the natural rhythms of their menstrual cycle. April weaves together a holistic, therapeutic approach to menstruation and the uniqueness of the female body to create customized movement practices that nourish the four distinct phases of your cycle. Instead of working against your body's natural ebbs and flows, her classes support your changing needs throughout the month to optimize your flow. She teaches you how to easily track your phases (and gives us a free tracker) so you can know your body on a deeper level and tap into its innate wisdom and power. The Period Yogi helps women who: - Need relief from period pain that's dragging you down - Want help regulating stress levels - Are dealing with monthly pain from Endometriosis or PCOS and want to find holistic support - Are transitioning off hormonal birth control and want to reconnect with your cycle - Are on the perimenopause rollercoaster and want to ease symptoms naturally - Are post-menopause or not cycling and feel untethered without a cyclical rhythm

My mission on the PCOS Diva podcast is to help you get to the root cause of your PCOS symptoms. I know this can often feel like a complicated hormonal puzzle to solve. Mold toxicity is one possible root cause you may not have thought about. I sat down with mold expert, Bridgit Danner and asked her to teach us how toxic mold affects our bodies. If you are struggling with chronic health issues that just won't go away, tune in to explore this important topic. What you will learn: - Common health symptoms of mold illness - How to identify signs of mold in your home - What's involved in home remediation - Home testing for mold toxicity (environmental and physical) - Toxic mold detox techniques that really work

Join me for this high-spirited conversation with Dani Williamson. She is a family nurse practitioner with a thriving functional medicine practice called Integrative Family Medicine located in Franklin, Tennessee. Dani is proof that there is vibrant health after a lifelong diagnosis is handed to you. She is the author of a brand-new book, Wild & Well: Dani's Six Commonsense Steps to Radical Healing. We cover a lot of ground together. First, we explore the connection between unprocessed childhood trauma and autoimmune disease. She stresses how important it is that we address adverse childhood experiences so we can lessen their impact on the physical body and reverse disease. Then we discuss her common-sense method of holistic healing which includes the following pieces: Eat well, sleep well, move well, poop well, de-stress well, and commune well. Finally, she explains how you can AED your life: automate, eliminate and delegate everything you can to make space for YOU and your healing. You will love her sense of humor and down-to-earth approach!

With PCOS, there's an increased risk of hypertension, high cholesterol, depression, anxiety, insulin resistance, diabetes, all things that can put us at risk for heart disease. So, I wanted to start a campaign to make people aware of these metabolic connections. Ashley Levinson is a well-known PCOS advocate. She joins the podcast to talk about her viral online campaign called #Heart4PCOS which educates women on the connection between PCOS and heart disease. She wants us to know that PCOS affects many different systems and organs of the body, including the heart. Unfortunately, this is not well known in mainstream health care so she is passionate about spreading awareness. Learn how you can join in the #Heart4PCOS campaign and advocate for better research and education around this very important issue.

Anxiety is often a common state for women with PCOS. If your diet is good, you exercise, and you're doing all the right things and still struggling with stress, you may need to go deeper. In today's podcast, I speak with Dr. Mark Halpern. He is a chiropractor, author, lecturer, and certified HeartMath practitioner, and the author of a new book called Coherence Revolution. We talk about how HeartMath can help you overcome chronic stress and anxiety. If you are new to HeartMath, let's start by defining what it is: “The HeartMath system empowers people to self-regulate their emotions and behaviors to reduce stress, increase resilience, and unlock their natural intuitive guidance for making more effective choices. This enables people to break through to greater levels of personal balance, creativity, insight, and health.” Dr. Halpern takes HeartMath one step further in his movement Coherence Revolution. Listen is as we explore: - The origin of chronic stress: fight/flight/freeze - Heart rate variability or HRV - What is coherence and how do you get more of it - How to create a daily coherence schedule for yourself - How to join his Coherence Revolution today

I speak with my friend and neighbor, Liz Barbour, in today's podcast. She is a chef, a cooking instructor, the founder of The Creative Feast, and author of Beautifully Delicious: Cooking with Herbs and Edible Flowers. She is passionate about helping people overcome their kitchen fears by teaching them basic, essential cooking skills. If food preparation is overly complicated or involves exotic ingredients, people get overwhelmed and resort to unhealthy food choices. She has a ton of fantastic tips to share on how to get back into the kitchen and sizzle with ease. Liz is also an avid fan of intermittent fasting, and she hosts a Facebook group called Live Free and Fast, an Intermittent Fasting Support Group. I love her approach to intermittent fasting because it's not a one-size-fits-all. With PCOS and insulin resistance, it's important to listen to your body and take things slow. Liz shares valuable insights on how to make intermittent fasting work for you and also points out the obstacles to success. Listen in as we discuss: -How to make vegetables taste delicious (so you actually eat them) -How to take simple dishes and elevate them -The disadvantages of a traditional Keto diet -Explore the different intermittent fasting protocols -How to ease into intermittent fasting -Obstacles to successful fasting

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Madiha Saeed about how to raise healthy children. She's also known as the Holistic Mom, MD. She's a family physician and bestselling author. She has a brand-new book out called The Holistic RX for Kids, parenting healthy brains and bodies in a changing world. And she is a mom of four young boys, so she knows a thing or two about getting kids to eat healthy inside and outside of the home. We share practical and accessible tips to use immediately so children can implement healthy habits long-term. Listen to discover: - What is a holistic approach to getting children to eat healthily - How to educate and empower children to be mindful of their bodies - How to be a healthy role model - Teaching children to notice how food makes them feel - Redirecting the child's focus to her “big why” to strengthen diet changes - How to stock your kitchen for success: Providing healthy alternatives - Easy food combos for eating the whole food rainbow