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Learn how diet affects your Endometriosis symptoms and how you can take more control over your symptoms by changing what you eat and drink. Anne-Marijke Gerretsen is a qualified Nutritionist, specialised in Nutrition for Endometriosis.

Anne-Marijke Gerretsen


    • May 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 126 - Sticking to Your Endo-Friendly Diet When Eating Out, Travelling, or Dining with Loved Ones

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 29:04


    It can be challenging to stick to your hard-fought, hard-won Endometriosis diet when eating out, travelling or having other people cook for you.In this episode I'm sharing some easy to implement tips to navigate these challenging situations.#endometriosis#theendometriosistnutritionist #ReduceEndometriosisPain #endometriosissymptoms#NutritionForEndometriosis #1in10 #endoadvice #nutritionist #NutritionAdvice#theendometriosisnutritionistpodcast

    Episode 125: Endo + What?! The Surprising Co-conditions Affecting Your Health

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 20:35


    Think Endometriosis is just about painful periods? Thinkagain. From gut issues and autoimmune flare-ups to anxiety and fatigue that just won't quit — Endo rarely comes alone. In today's episode, we're diving into the surprising co-conditions that could be making your symptoms worse —and what you can do about it.If you want to explore how various nutritional strategies can help you to take some control over your symptoms, book a complementary  Endometriosis Discovery Call. https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-discovery-call/ #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms#endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #autoimmunedisease#ibs #chronicfatigue #fibromyalgia #allergies

    Episode 124 - I'm a Nutritionist — and I Don't Always Recommend Changing Your Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 15:07


    Changing your diet to manage your Endometriosis symptoms maynot be the right tool for you, either now, or ever. In this episode I discuss4 main reasons why diet as tool might not work for you. If you want to explore thisfurther and for me to help you make the right decision for you, book acomplementary  Endometriosis DiscoveryCall. https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-discovery-call/ #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms#endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms

    Episode 123 - Fiber-Rich Foods for Endo Relief: Simple Diet Tweaks for Big Benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 17:04


    You often hear that you should get more fibre in your diet. But is it important if you have Endometriosis? And what type of foods should you eat more of? If you want to explore how various nutritional strategies can help you to take some control over your symptoms, book a complementary  Endometriosis Discovery Call. https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-discovery-call/ #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms#endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms

    Episode 122 - Can losing weight ease endo symptoms? What I discovered from the research

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 26:32


    I don't really focus on weight loss in my programs, as I'vefound that if you create the diet that is right for your Endometriosis, you will also start to lose weight if you need to.  But I questioned my assumption about weight and Endo when I sat in my daughter's appointment with a gynaecologist who suggested she put on weight to manage her oestrogen better. So I decided to do the research and this is what I discovered. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book a complementary Endometriosis Discovery Call.  https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-discovery-call/#endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms#endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #bodyweightinEndo

    Episode 121 - Meal plans sound great—but here's why i don't use them

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 19:28


    I did a survey in January, asking for suggestions on how tohelp you get control over your Endometriosis symptoms. So many of you asked for meal plans and recipes. But I am not going to provide them. In this episode I explain why.  If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the rightoption for you to take some control over your symptoms, book a complementary  Endometriosis Discovery Call:  https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-discovery-call/ #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet#nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms

    Episode 120: How movement can reduce Endometriosis symptoms. Backed by science!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 26:51


    Nutrition is a very powerful tool to manage your Endometriosis, but it is not a magic pill. To take control over your Endometriosis symptoms, there are other things you can do that help reduce your chronic inflammation and reduce the severity of your symptoms. Movement and physical activity is one of those tools, and in this episodes I share some of the research on this and give some tips on how you add more movement into your day.   If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call.  https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call/     #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #physicalactivity #movemore

    Episode 118 - How can I create the best solutions to help you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 6:14


    You may have been following me for quite some time, or you may be new to me. But either way, I thought it might be nice for you to get to know me a bit better. In this episode I'm sharing my thoughts and plans for 2025 And I need your help! I want to be able to create services and resources that are really helpful for you, and I need your input for that. Please complete this short survey to help me get started: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QFW5XLK #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms

    Episode 119 - Is this the year you are going to take control over your Endometriosis symptoms?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 3:20


    This year, I want to help as many people with Endometriosis as possible to reduce the severity of their symptoms through their diet. And for February I have a super offer for you. 1.     It starts with a free Endometriosis SOS Call. You need to book and attend a free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. You can book it right now, but make sure you choose an appointment between 10 – 15 February. This is NOT a sales call! I will not be trying to convince you to sign up for anything. This call is for you to find out more about how diet affects your Endometriosis symptoms, and I will tell you what a nutritional approach would look like in your unique situation, with your unique symptom profile and your unique goals. It's very personalised! Just a heads-up: when you get to my booking calendar, the available timeslots will show in YOUR time zone so you don't need to do complicated calculations

    Episode 117: Would you like to get to know me a little better?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 15:01


    You may have been following me for quite some time, or you may be new to me. But either way, I thought it might be nice for you to get to know me a bit better. In this episode I'm sharing a bit more about me, and about my life outside of the clinic. And if you're interested in finding out more about my Tiny House on Wheels, take a look at my YouTube Channel: Living in Tiny G: www.youtube.com/@LivingInTinyG

    Episode 116 - How I became the Endometriosis Nutritionist

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 11:37


    You may have been following me for quite some time, or you may be new to me. But either way, I thought it might be nice for you to get to know me a bit better. In this video I'm sharing with you how I ended up being a nutritionist, and why I decided to specialise in Endometriosis. Have you booked your complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call yet? Why not get that organised now for the new year? Book it here: Endometriosis SOS Call - The Endometriosis Nutritionist  #endometriosis #antiinflammatorydiet #endoadvice #nutritionforendometriosis #endometriosisdiet #theendometriosisnutritionist

    Episode 115 - If you are trying to fall pregnant and taking a prenatal multivitamin you need to listen to this episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 16:24


    Vitamin B9 (or folate, folic acid or folinic acid) is a key vitamin for pregnancy. It is recommended to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in your baby. It is also a key vitamin for the body to make new cells: blood cells and in particular healthy red blood cells, brain cells, skin, hair and nails. In this episode I explain what the different types of vitamin B9 are, what needs to happen in your body for it to be able to use it and why I recommend you stop taking supplements with one form of B9. If you're worried about how supplements may affect your fertility and health, book a complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: Endometriosis SOS Call - The Endometriosis Nutritionist  #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #infertility #vitaminb9 #folate #folicacid #folinicacid #gestationaldiabetes

    Episode 114: Is vaping better than smoking when you have Endometriosis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 14:11


    Many smokers, and you may have been one of them, switched from smoking to vaping, on the assumption that is less damaging.   If you vape, or you are around people that vape, you need to listen to this episode, especially if you're trying to fall pregnant.    #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #infertility #miscarriage #improvefertility #earlypregnancyloss #maleinfertility #vaping   

    Episode 113: It take 2 to do the fertility tango

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 19:41


    Welcome to year 5 of the Endometriosis Nutritionist podcast! I've been publishing podcast episodes for 4 years now, and my little podcast has been listened to more than 130k times by people all over the world! I'm so happy that so many of you find the podcast helpful and I'm very excited about the fifth year.   Let's kick year 5 off with an episode about fertility and pregnancy. So, why does it take 2 to do the fertility tango?  I'm not an expert on male fertility and I'm not going into what types of fertility issues your male partner (or the person providing the sperm) may have and what to do about it.   But if you have Endometriosis and are experiencing difficulty falling pregnant or are having early pregnancy losses, it is important to consider that it truly takes 2 to do the fertility tango.  #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #infertility #miscarriage #improvefertility #earlypregnancyloss #maleinfertility 

    Episode 112: 6 ways Endometriosis increases the risk of early pregnancy loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 18:52


    Endometriosis directly affects your fertility and increases the risk of early pregnancy loss. In this episode I explain 6 ways in which it does this, and how nutrition can help you to reduce the risk of early pregnancy loss.    If you'd like to have a chat with me about how we can improve your fertility and reduce the risk of early pregnancy loss, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call    #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #nausea #infertility #miscarriage #improvefertility #earlypregnancyloss 

    Episode 111: Where does your nausea come from?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 18:51


    Although it is not the most often mentioned symptom, nausea can be a really uncomfortable symptom to live with. So, where does your nausea come from? I'll share 6 causes of your nausea in this episode.  If you'd like to have a chat with me about how we can reduce your nausea, and other symptoms, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call    #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #nausea #endometriosisnausea 

    Episode 110: Bleeding (heavy, long, irregular) in Endometriosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 14:20


    Approximately 40-60% of people with endometriosis report experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) or prolonged menstrual bleeding (menometrorrhagia) as one of their main symptoms. In this episode I share 5 factors that affect your menstrual bleeding and can make it heavy, long and/or irregular.  If you'd like to have a chat with me about how a personalised diet may help you, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call    #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #femalehormones #oestrogen #estrogen #progesterone #menstrualcycle #heavybleeding #longbleeding #irregularbleeding #periods 

    Episode 109: What is the role of hormones in Endometriosis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 15:30


    Although Endometriosis is an inflammatory disease, not a hormonal disease, it is important to understand how the hormones oestrogen and progesterone affect your disease and symptoms. In this episode, I explain how oestrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate during your menstrual cycle and contribute to your symptoms. If you'd like to have a chat with me about how a personalised diet may help you, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #femalehormones #oestrogen #estrogen #progesterone #menstrualcycle

    Should you eat meat or not?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 15:12


    If you have ever considered going ‘meat-free' to try and get your Endometriosis symptoms under control, you need to listen to this episode. I'll discuss the pros and cons of eating meat, and red meat in particular, with regard to your Endometriosis and share my recommendation. If you'd like to have a chat with me about how a personalised diet may help you, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call   #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #meatfree #shouldieatmeat

    Episode 107: Are your digestive problems a sign of Irritable Bowel Syndrome? 

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 19:54


    When you have gut symptoms like bloating, flatulence or constipation, you may be ‘diagnosed' with IBS, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The question I'm addressing in this podcast episode is whether those symptoms mean you have IBS and need to go on a low FODMAP diet, or whether they are connected to your Endometriosis.  If you'd like to have a chat with me about your gut symptoms and how a personalised diet may help you, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call  #endometriosis #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist #IBS #IBSsymptoms 

    Episode 106: Why removing gluten from your diet is crucial and how to do it

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 25:23


    There are a few standard diet changes I recommend to reduce your Endometriosis symptoms and removing gluten is one of them. In this episode I share how we know this diet change works, why gluten are a problem when you have Endometriosis, and some tips on how to make your diet gluten-free.    Of course, this is only one strategy, and to find out how you can get even better results with your diet, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call    #endometriosis #glutenfree #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #nutritionforendometriosis #reduceendometriosissymptoms #endometriosisnutrition #endometriosisnutritionist   

    Episode 105: The most common Endometriosis symptom I see in my clients

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 20:40


    When I started my Endometriosis Nutrition clinic, the most common symptom my clients wanted to see improvement on was bloating .. by far! But in the last year or so, a new symptom has made it to the top spot: fatigue. And there are 2 burning questions I get asked about fatigue: why am I so tired? And how can I get more energy? I'll answer those 2 questions in this episode. If fatigue is one of your main Endometriosis symptoms and you'd like to have a chat about how we can get you more energy, book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://theendometriosisnutritionist.online/endometriosis-sos-call #endometriosis #eatorganic #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet #fatigue #endometriosisfatigue

    Episode 104: The hidden toxins in your diet and why you should remove them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 20:01


    Unfortunately, the fresh wholefood you buy at the supermarkets or grocery store is not as healthy as you might think it is. They contain toxins (herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, antibiotics) that increase your inflammation and that makes your Endometriosis symptoms worse. In this episode I explain this in more detail and share some ideas on how you can remove these toxins from your diet. Book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call to find out how what your options are for creating a personalised diet that reduces inflammation and the severity of your symptoms: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/. #endometriosis #cleaneatingforendometriosis #eatorganic #removetoxins #endometriosissymptoms #endometriosisdiet

    Episode 103: Why do so many people with Endometriosis experience anxiety and depression?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 17:22


    Anxiety and depression are often symptoms my clients have in their top 3 of symptoms they want to see improvement on. I explain 2 key factors that contribute to anxiety and depression that are uniquely related to Endometriosis. Book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call to find out how nutrition could help you to improve your chances of falling pregnant: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/. #endometriosis #anxiety #depression

    Episode 102 - The Basics: How to improve your fertility

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 17:18


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: The role of inflammation The role of your immune system The role of your gut Your gut microbiome How endometriosis affects fertility And some key symptoms.   Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. Infertility affects 30-50% of women with Endometriosis. And 25-50% of infertility is caused by Endometriosis (and it is often the time you finally get diagnosed). In this episode I explain how nutrition can help to improve your chances of falling pregnant naturally. I talk about improving egg quality, ovulation, embryo development, and reducing the risk of miscarriage. Book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call to find out how nutrition could help you to improve your chances of falling pregnant: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/.

    Episode 101: The limitations of blood tests

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 19:46


    Have you ever had blood tests done and the results came back as ‘All is fine' or ‘Inconclusive', or even showing a nutrient deficiency, but taking a supplement doesn't seem to improve things? Blood tests are very useful in some ways, but have limitations as well. In this episode I explain what the limitations of blood tests are and why I use hair analysis tests to get a more useful picture of what's going on. If you want to have a personal conversation about what hair analysis tests can tell you, book your complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 100: The Basics: How inflammation affects your fertility and how diet can help

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 14:48


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: • The role of inflammation • The role of your immune system • The role of your gut • Your gut microbiome • How endometriosis affects fertility • And some key symptoms. Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. Inflammation is a key driver, the 'engine' behind your Endometriosis progression and spread. So how does it affect your fertility? I'll explain the role that inflammation plays, directly and indirectly, in your fertility and what diet changes are key to make to start to reduce this inflammation. I regularly run a free online workshop called “How to use nutrition to maximise your fertility when you have Endometriosis”. You will learn how Endometriosis affects your fertility; what role your digestive and immune systems play; and how nutrition improves 4 key pieces of the fertility puzzle. To find the next workshop date and register go to: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/online-workshops/ Or book your complementary Endometriosis SOS Call to find out how nutrition could help you to improve your chances of falling pregnant: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/.

    Episode 99: What does the gut microbiome have to do with iron deficiency and heavy bleeding?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 18:04


    Have you ever wondered about the intricate dance between your body's iron levels, menstrual cycles, and gut microbes? In this episode we delve deep into the fascinating interplay of iron metabolism, heavy menstrual bleeding, and the gut microbiome and you'll find out why you need to improve your gut microbiome if you are iron deficient and/or suffer from heavy bleeding. If you want to have a personal conversation about using nutrition to improve your gut, your iron levels and reduce your heavy bleeding, book your complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 98: The Basics: Why you need to improve your gut microbiome to improve your Endometriosis symptoms

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 20:17


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: • The role of inflammation • The role of your immune system • The role of your gut • Your gut microbiome • How endometriosis affects fertility • And some key symptoms. Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. It's only been fairly recently that we've started to study the gut and how it contributes to health and disease. And it's only been in the last 10 years or so that we have started to understand about the gut microbiome and what it its roles are. In this episode I go into the structure of the gut a bit as it relates to the gut microbiome, how your gut microbiome affects your Endometriosis, and how you can improve your gut microbiome. If you want to have a personal conversation about how improving your gut microbiome could work for you, book complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 97: The pros and cons of taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 15:09


    NSAIDs are widely recommended and used to alleviate pain. Their name may – anti-inflammatory – may seem to indicate that they are helping you to reduce the inflammation that is the ‘engine' behind your Endometriosis. But will they? And are their possible concerns about taking them? I cover these questions in this podcast episode. If you'd like to have a chat about how you can move away from NSAIDs and use nutrition to manage your symptoms, book a complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call now: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 96: The Basics: Did you know you probably have leaky gut?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 19:19


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: • The role of inflammation • The role of your immune system • The role of your gut • Your gut microbiome • How endometriosis affects fertility • And some key symptoms. Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. In this episode I talk about Leaky Gut - a problem most women with Endometriosis have, usually without knowing they do, that explains so many of the common Endo symptoms. If you want to find out how your current diet affects your symptoms, download my free report ‘⁠5 Things You Eat and Drink that Make Your Endometriosis Symptoms Worse': https://www.subscribepage.com/5thingsyoueatanddrink If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 95: Should you eat more soy to help with your Endometriosis symptoms?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 13:24


    Soy is a key food for many of you and it can be confusing to know whether it will help with your Endometriosis or make your symptoms worse. In this episode I discuss how soy may affect your Endometriosis symptoms, some interesting results from research, and my recommendations for eating soy when you have Endometriosis. If you want to have a chat about how we would create a diet that is individualised for you and your symptoms, book a complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 94: The Basics: How your immune system affects your Endometriosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 15:38


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: • The role of inflammation • The role of your immune system • The role of your gut • Your gut microbiome • How endometriosis affects fertility • And some key symptoms. Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. In this episode I explain how your immune system affects your Endometriosis and how it is different from women without Endo. If you want to find out how your current diet affects your symptoms, download my free report: ⁠5 Things You Eat and Drink that Make Your Endometriosis Symptoms Worse: https://www.subscribepage.com/5thingsyoueatanddrink If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 93: Why you can feel worse instead of better when you've changed your diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 17:26


    In this episode I explain why some of my clients experience a clear ‘dip' in their health around the 2 to 6 weeks mark in their program. I use an analogy to explain what is going on and to encourage you to keep going even if you're suddenly feeling worse. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book a complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 92: The Basics: The number 1 thing you need to know about your Endometriosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 19:37


    When we look at nutrition for Endometriosis, there are a few basics that are key to understand because they explain why and how nutrition can help you to reduce the severity of your symptoms. These basics are: • The role of inflammation • The role of your immune system • The role of your gut • Your gut microbiome • How endometriosis affects fertility • And some key symptoms. Since the start of this podcast I've covered these basics, but the episodes may be a bit difficult to find, so I'm republishing these under the heading ‘The basics'. This is one of those episodes. In this episode I go back to basics and explain why inflammation is the ‘engine' behind your Endometriosis and how this inflammation is created. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book complimentary Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 91: Some little known reasons why you should try to grow at least some of your food

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 23:55


    In this episode I explain why commercially grown fruit and vegetables won't give you the health benefits you may be expecting, the benefits of growing at least some of your own fruit or vegetables (even if it is just a few herbs on a window sill) and how to get started. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 90: The problem with sugar and how to remove it from your diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2024 20:53


    This podcast episode is a section of a workshop I recorded last year. I explain why sugar is a problem and give you some strategies to reduce the amount of sugar you have in your daily diet.  If you want to explore how else you could change your diet to take some control over your symptoms, book a complimentary 30-minute ⁠⁠Endometriosis SOS Call⁠⁠. 

    Episode 90: The problem with sugar and how to remove it from your diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 21:29


    This podcast episode is a section of a workshop I recorded last year. I explain why sugar is a problem and give you some strategies to reduce the amount of sugar you have in your daily diet.   If you want to explore how else you could change your diet to take some control over your symptoms, book a complimentary 30-minute ⁠Endometriosis SOS Call⁠. 

    Episode 89: Magnesium

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 16:40


    In this episode I explain the main functions of Magnesium in the diet, how it can help with some of your Endometriosis symptoms, and how to increase your magnesium intake with food and supplements. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Some little known reasons why you should try to grow at least some of your food

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 23:55


    In this episode I explain why commercially grown fruit and vegetables won't give you the health benefits you may be expecting, the benefits of growing at least some of your own fruit or vegetables (even if it is just a few herbs on a window sill) and how to get started. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 88: Endometriosis Awareness Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 15:12


    Endometriosis Awareness Month March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. And throughout the month I will be running events and provide resources to help you learn more about how you can reduce your symptoms by changing what you eat and drink. I'll be running 3 free online workshops: Thursday 7 March AEDT: 5 Steps to take when you've been diagnosed with Endometriosis. In this workshop I explain how you can learn more about Endometriosis and what the engine is behind your Endometriosis and the severity of your symptoms. Monday 18 March AEDT: How to use diet to manage Endometriosis symptoms In this workshop I explain how inflammation is behind most of your symptoms and how you can tweak your diet to reduce the severity of your symptoms. Wednesday 27 March AEDT: How to use nutrition to maximise your fertility when you have Endometriosis In this workshop I will explain how Endometriosis affects your fertility and how nutrition can help to improve your chances of falling pregnant. I'm also providing direct access to a range of free resources, such as previously run workshops, guides, and tools. To get access to these resources (which are only available this month!), register here: https://www.subscribepage.com/endometriosisawarenessmonth2024 There may be more and if you'd like to keep informed, make sure you register for Endometriosis Awareness Month and join my facebook group: Reclaim your Life from Endometriosis: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ReclaimYourLifeFromEndometriosis And for this month only, you get 30% off all my courses and programs, if you use coupon code EndoAMonth2024. Find out more about my programs and courses here: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/programs/

    Episode 87: Pros and cons of taking supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 10:51


    You may have considered taking, or are already taking supplements. But have you considered the pros and cons of taking supplements? In this episode I talk through when supplements play a role in improving your health but also how they can be detrimental to your health. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 86: Will a hysterectomy get rid of all my Endometriosis symptoms?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 13:52


    In this episode I discuss what symptoms a full or partial hysterectomy can resolve, and which symptoms it won't reduce or remove. If you'd like to talk about how nutrition can help you reduce the severity of your Endometriosis symptoms book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 85: 3 Unusual endo symptoms - back pain, pain in legs and thighs, difficulty breathing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 15:05


    Endometrial-like tissue can grow anywhere throughout your body and can cause symptoms that may not seem connected to your Endometriosis or be acknowledged by medical specialists as a symptom. In this episode I discuss 3 less well-known symptoms and how they may be caused by your Endometriosis. If you have unusual symptoms and would like to have a chat about whether nutrition may help to reduce them, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 84: Playlist Nutrients

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 5:46


    Over the Australian Summer months I'm doing the podcast a little differently. I'm creating 3 ‘playlists' for different topics, where I into the archives looking for episodes on the topic and briefly summarise the content. I will list the episodes in the show notes so you can listen to the full content if you want to learn more. In this podcast I'm looking at specific nutrients and how they can help reduce your Endometriosis symptoms Ep 11: The key role of vitamin D in your immune system. In this episode I explain how our bodies produce vitamin D, why it is so important for you to have adequate levels of vitamin D and the best way to get vitamin D. Ep 64: Iron deficiency and how to get the most iron out of your food. Iron deficiency is quite common for women who are menstruating, and even more so when they have Endometriosis. In this episode I explain why this is, what the symptoms of iron deficiency are and how you can get the most iron out of your food to try and address the deficiency. Ep 70: How to get enough calcium from your diet if you're cutting out dairy. In this episode I explain the roles that calcium plays in your body and how you can get enough calcium from your diet even without having any dairy. I share the foods that you should eat more of as well as foods that make calcium absorption less effective. Ep 43: The magic of Omega 3 Fatty Acids. In this episode I explain what omega 3 fatty acids are and how they help reduce inflammation. I explain why you need to include them in your diet and what the vegetarian/vegan alternative is. Ep 33: Terrific turmeric. In this episode I explain how terrific turmeric is when you have Endometriosis. Definitely an ingredient to start adding to meals and even drinks. I also explain why you need to always combine it with black pepper. Ep 13: Nutrients that support and improve your immune system. In this episode we look at some key nutrients to support the immune system and reduce inflammation and which foods contain them. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to improve your Endometriosis symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 83: Playlist: Fertility

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2023 5:13


    Playlist: fertility Over the Australian Summer months I'm doing the podcast a little differently. I'm creating 3 ‘playlists' for different topics, where I into the archives looking for episodes on the topic and briefly summarise the content. I will list the episodes in the show notes so you can listen to the full content if you want to learn more. In this podcast I'm looking at fertility. Ep 59: 4 Things about Endometriosis and fertility they don't tell you. When you have Endometriosis and you know you want children, you might be worried about how it affects your fertility. And yes, Endometriosis does pose some challenges for your fertility, but it does not necessarily mean you'll be infertile. The more you understand about your Endometriosis and how it affects your fertility, the better able you will be to make the right decisions for you, so in this episode I share 4 things you may not get told about how Endometriosis and fertility. Ep 68: How inflammation affects your fertility and how diet can help. Inflammation is a key driver, the 'engine' behind your Endometriosis progression and spread. So how does it affect your fertility? I'll explain the role that inflammation plays, directly and indirectly, in your fertility and what diet changes are key to make to start to reduce this inflammation. Ep 65: When should you start to work on your fertility? In this episode I share my recommendations for when to start working on your fertility when you are: 1. ready to try for a baby now 2. planning to start trying in 6 to 12 months 3. not ready yet but know you want children at some point. Ep 32: The factors that impact your fertility. In this episode I discuss the factors that impact your fertility and how diet and supplements can help to improve your chances of falling pregnant. Ep 69: Egg-citing: 3 myths and 3 facts about your eggs. Understanding how your eggs mature and what determines egg quality will help you to understand, and influence, your fertility. Ep 47: Shelley's journey to pregnancy. In this episode I share Shelley's journey to her pregnancy and what role nutrition played. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to improve your fertility, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 82: Playlist Gut Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 6:11


    Over the Australian Summer months I'm doing the podcast a little differently. I'm creating 3 ‘playlists' for different topics, where I into the archives looking for episodes on the topic and briefly summarise the content. I will list the episodes in the show notes so you can listen to the full content if you want to learn more. In this podcast I'm looking at gut health. Ep 54: Why you should spend more time thinking about your gut. In this episode I explain how your gut affects your Endometriosis. We look at the role of your gut wall, why your gut wall is probably damaged and how that affects your health. Ep 4: Did you know you probably have leaky gut? In this episode I talk about Leaky Gut - a problem most women with Endometriosis have, usually without knowing they do, that explains so many of the common Endo symptoms. Ep: 67: The importance of monitoring your number two's. In this episode I dive into the wonderful world of bowel movements. I explain the problems with constipation and diarrhoea, what your bowel movements should be like, and what to look for when monitoring your number two's. Ep 22: How your gut contributes to your anxiety and/or depression. If you experience anxiety and/or depression, you may think it's 'all between the ears'. In this episode I explain how your gut contributes to your anxiety/depression and what you need to change in your diet to start seeing an improvement. Ep 61: 6 Do's and Don'ts for healing your leaky gut. In this episode I give you some strategies to start healing your gut and reduce that inflammation. Healing your leaky gut is a key strategy in managing your Endometriosis symptoms. Because you have a disease that is mostly associated with your reproductive system, you may not have spent a lot of time considering how your gut is causing or affecting your symptoms. So, if your gut plays a big role in your Endometriosis symptoms, and this thing called ‘leaky gut' is a involved, what can you do to try and heal your gut? Ep. 75: Why you need to improve your gut microbiome to improve your Endometriosis symptoms. It's only been fairly recently that we've started to study the gut and how it contributes to health and disease. And it's only been in the last 10 years or so that we have started to understand about the gut microbiome and what it its roles are. Ep: 40: What do gut bacteria actually do? I know I talk a lot about your gut microbiome, and you may know that gut bacteria play an important role in your immune system. But is that all they do? Find out in this episode. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to improve your gut health and take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call. https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 81: Flare ups – what are they, why do you get them and what to do about them

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 11:33


    Flare ups are a common experience in Endometriosis. In this episode I explain what they are and use an analogy to help you understand why they happen and how you can reduce the frequency, intensity and length of your flare ups.  If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call.

    Episode 80: How to survive the festive season

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 14:18


    In this episode I share some strategies that will help you reduce the impact your Endometriosis will have on being able to participate in events like Christmas dinners and lunches, and New Year's Eve festivities. If you'd like to have personal conversation with me about your options reduce the severity of your Endometriosis symptoms, book a free Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 79: 5 lifestyle changes that increase your chances of falling pregnant

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 17:57


    In this episode I talk you through 5 lifestyle changes that will increase your chances to fall pregnant. Of course, diet is an important one, but avoiding chemicals, looking after your teeth, reducing stress and doing gentle exercise all help as well.   If you'd like to have personal conversation with me about your options to increase your fertility naturally, book a free Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

    Episode 78: Coeliac disease, wheat allergy and gluten intolerance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 20:29


    In this episode I explain the similarities and differences between Coeliac disease, wheat allergy and gluten intolerance. If you want to explore whether nutrition can be the right option for you to take some control over your symptoms, book an obligation-free 30-minute Endometriosis SOS Call: https://eatwelllivewell.com.au/endometriosis-sos-call/

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