Podcasts about pcos

#182: In this captivating episode, we delve into the complex and often overlooked issue of anxiety, depression, and their profound impact on women with PCOS. Join us as our special guest, Lauren Belcastro, bravely shares her personal journey with PCOS and mental health. Through her compelling story, she offers invaluable insights and practical tips for managing the unique challenges faced by women with PCOS. From exploring the root causes of anxiety and depression in the context of PCOS to providing practical strategies for self-care and stress management, this episode is a treasure trove of information and support for women seeking to improve their mental and emotional well-being. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode as we navigate the path towards greater mental health with PCOS! Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS! What's Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz! Metabolism Plus - Our PCOS Supplement Line! Ovasitol: 15% OFF CONNECT WITH US: Website Instagram Tik Tok Pinterest While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy) Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!

Today we are dipping back into The Bitch Fix vault for a throwback to a classic episode. This was too good not to be highlighted another time. If you missed it the first go around, do yourself a favour and check it out now.Intuitive eating sounds really great . . . but if we look under the hood, there are some legit challenges and hurdles to actually putting this ideal into practice. On this episode, I break it all down for you: the 5 major problems with intuitive eating, and what you can do to overcome them.

Astrid Naranjo, also known as the Anti Diet Dietitian on social media, is a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist who currently serves as a Master Coach at Team Biolayne, a coaching and consulting company focused on physique and athletic performance. Astrid's coaching specialties include intuitive eating, body positivity, weight-inclusive care, sports nutrition, and gut health. She provides personalized nutrition coaching services to clients with specific health concerns, including PCOS and menopause-related nutrition concerns.  In her coaching, Astrid emphasizes the importance of building healthy, sustainable habits and discourages crash dieting or extreme restriction - hence where a lot of the origin of her anti-diet dietitian moniker originates. My conversation with Astrid revealed that we have much more in common with our coaching philosophies than I knew about, which has me even more excited to share this episode with you! In today's episode, we discuss the true meaning behind her “anti-diet dietitian” mission, the role that empathy, compassion, and self-care play in sustainable nutrition habit development, as well IIFYM, sugar cravings, and more! Start listening! Connect with and Learn from Astrid: Connect with Astrid on Instagram - antidiet_dietitian Learn more about working with Astrid - click here Thank you for being here. If you found today's episode valuable, please share it with a friend or family member who would benefit from hearing today's message. Join my Free Facebook Group for Women over 30 Seeking Diet Freedom - Join Here. Follow me on Instagram - @paulsaltercoaching  Join The 5% Community. Episode Key Highlights, Quotes, and Questions: Discover the key components of sustainable eating practices and how to develop a healthier relationship with food. Learn the core tenants of Astrid's coaching philosophy, which she's used to help countless men and women like you lose weight and change their habits.  Understand what “anti-diet” really means and how cutting off this “diet mentality” can work to positively influence your relationship with food and food behaviors. Learn the role continued reflection, healing, and personal development play in empowering you to develop a healthy and thriving relationship with food and yourself. Questions I asked Astrid include: Your Instagram handle is the anti-diet dietitian. Can you tell us more about… What that means to you, How your personal journey influenced this, And how it's infused into your teaching and coaching. You speak a lot about the necessity of personal development and more-or-less doing the deep work from within to move through and past disordered eating tendencies. One quote I found on IG I really liked is, “And although it will improve over time, it will require extra amount of self awareness, self reflection & self compassion & realistic expectations, for this "normal" relationship with food to stay healthy.” → Can you speak more about the type of psychological and emotional work necessary to help someone listening who's struggling with sugar cravings or evening binges (rather than hoping and praying the next diet will work…)? And, why do people avoid this type of work and remain overly fixated on finding a perfect diet or taking the easy way out? How can our women listening better approach managing energy levels and cravings during their menstrual cycle? What nutrients and behaviors should they focus on most? How beneficial is tracking their cycle to help them better navigate the periods that may prove to less energy and increased hunger?  How I Can Help You: I help women over 30 lose weight and rebuild limitless confidence so that they never have to diet again.  To date, I've personally coached more than 1,500 women and helped them to collectively lose 10,000+ pounds of body fat and keep it off for good, while simultaneously empowering them with the education, strategies, and accountability needed to feel and look their best.  Click here to learn more about how I can help you. Follow me on Instagram - @paulsaltercoaching

Today, I am blessed to have here with me Temple Stewart. She is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Personal Trainer, and Health Behavior Change Specialist. Temple played D1 soccer at the University of Tennessee Martin, which is where she received a degree in Dietetics. She completed an internship at the VA Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL. Temple currently works and lives in St. Petersburg, FL with her husband and their two poodles, Axel and Rowdie. Throughout college Temple developed a very unhealthy relationship with food and began using food rules or diets as punishment or for comfort. This behavior propelled Temple into learning all she could about food and how impacts our bodies, ultimately making her choose to become a Registered Dietitian. Throughout the process, Temple began to learn how to eat for health and how to develop a healthy relationship with food. Along the road, she was diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), furthermore increasing her interest in treating the body with nutrition. In this episode, Temple talks about her journey to health and reversing the symptoms of both PCOS and Hashimotos. As a trained dietitian, Temple reveals why her education around food wasn't exactly the best information. Plus, Temple dives into her favorite health hacks, including the carnivore diet, intermittent fasting, carb cycling, and lab work. Tune in as we chat about how much protein you should be eating, how keto will help with fertility, and tips for asking your doctor about prescribing a CGM. This episode originally aired in January 2022. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  Good Idea Functional Sparkling Water Drinks. Visit http://www.goodidea.us and use the coupon code BEN at checkout. Get Bioptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough for the best night of sleep, ever! Nurture your mind and body with this all-natural, full-spectrum magnesium supplement. Visit www.magbreakthrough.com/ketokamp and use code ketokamp10 for 10% off.  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  [02:15] Temple Speaks About Her Journey To Health In college, Temple was losing hair, and she was gaining weight rapidly. Plus, she had no menstrual cycles. When she went to the doctor, they put her on birth control. After moving to Florida to become a dietitian, Temple's health worsened. Temple was doing exactly what they taught her in dietitian school: eat less, move more, more vegetables, and less fat. Eventually, Temple was diagnosed with both PCOS and Hashimotos. [06:10] How Temple Realized Her Dietitian Training Was Garbage Temple read The Obesity Code: https://www.amazon.com/The-Obesity-Code-Dr-Jason-Fung-audiobook/dp/B01MRKEO0U/benazadi-20 After reading The Obesity Code, she went down a rabbit hole with tons of other resources. She started helping patients in the hospital lower their carbs. Temple did a research study; every single person got off their medications and lost weight after lowering their carbs. [08:30] It Took Three Months For Temple To Reverse Her Hashimoto's Symptoms Hashimoto's thyroiditis is essentially an autoimmune disease. A lot of times, Hashimoto's and PCOS go hand-in-hand. Keto can be so helpful because it takes away a lot of the triggers of the immune system. Through nutrition, Temple was able to get rid of all her symptoms. [16:00] If You're Starting To Change Your Diet, Try Carnivore  Everyone can benefit from a carnivore lifestyle. A lot of people are suffering from something and don't realize it until they go carnivore. If you want to get into ketosis quickly, try carnivore for a couple of days. People who are hitting plateaus can definitely benefit from a carnivore diet. [16:55] Insulin Resistance Is Actually Weight Loss Resistance What's causing the weight to stay on your body could be due to insulin. There are people who have tried every diet in the book. For the most part, people end up lowering calories. However, nothing will work when insulin resistance is up. Weight loss is typically a symptom; it usually comes after you heal your body. [18:45] Strategies For Overcoming A Keto Weight Loss Stall  A lot of times, carb cycling can be effective. Complex carbs can help women depending on where they are in their cycle. Temple will also suggest switching up your intermittent fasting routine. The same thing goes for exercise – sometimes you are doing too much! Plus, don't forget to look at your sleep and your stress. Lastly, you may need to get labs and see what's going on with your hormones. [21:30] Why Temple Loves To Implement Intermittent Fasting   Intermittent fasting is great for weight loss, aging, and protecting the brain. Many people do well fasting for 16-hours and having an 8-hour eating window. A 72 hour fast done quarterly can reset your immune system. Temple will encourage her clients to do what works for them. Fasting during breakfast is very popular. However, many women do better when they fast during dinner time. With intermittent fasting, the sky is the limit. [25:15] How Much Protein Temple Will Recommend For Her Clients   Temple recommends .8 or .9 grams per lb of body weight for a woman. People who are snacking could stop if they meet their protein needs. Most women are undereating protein. The recommendations out there on protein are so low! [30:10] Why Protein Is So Satiating and Filling To The Human Body Protein is the building block for everything. It's really the only macronutrient that you cannot live without. Plus, protein is extremely satiating. It's really hard to eat an exorbitant amount of food when you're eating protein. [32:35] Why The Scale Is Setting You Up For Failure Women can fluctuate eight pounds just in terms of hormonal water weight gain when they cycle through their period. People get so attached to the scale because society values thinness. Instead, you should judge based on how you feel. Think about how your bowel movements are, what your skin feels like, how your hair is growing. The scale should be way down the list of importance when it comes to health. [37:00] Tips On Speaking With Your Doctor About Your Health   First, Temple says you need to find the right doctor. Usually, a doctor can get you a CGM. Naturopaths and more holistic homeopathic physicians should be able to help you. Tell them you are interested in how food impacts your blood glucose levels. If a doctor shuts you down or isn't even willing to have the conversation with the insurance company, you might think about finding someone who is. [40:30] Should I Follow A Keto Diet If I'm Trying To Get Pregnant? PCOS is the most common cause of infertility. The most common cause of PCOS is absolutely insulin resistance. So, keto will improve your chances of getting pregnant. PCOS women are at a much higher risk for gestational diabetes. Going low carb will be safe if you're doing it in a nourishing way. You have to focus heavily on fatty meats. When you get pregnant, you really have to focus and make sure you're getting the right nutrients. AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Check out Temple's Website: https://templestewartrd.com/ Schedule A Discovery Call: https://www.templetheketonutritionist.com/yourjourneystartshere Follow Temple Stewart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ketogenic.nutritionist/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theketogenicnutritionist Listen to The Ketogenic Nutritionist Podcast: https://www.templetheketonutritionist.com/podcast Email Temple: templestewartrdn@gmail.com Call Temple: 601-447-1262 Listen to Kara Collier | How High Levels of Glucose Will Age You Faster, The Benefits of Using a CGM & More KKP: 277: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kara-collier-how-high-levels-glucose-will-age-you-faster/id1470779784?i=1000526832644 Also, listen to Dr Casey Means | Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), Optimal Glucose Numbers, The Dawn Effect, Why Cortisol Raises Glucose KKP: 180: https://podtail.com/da/podcast/the-keto-kamp-podcast-with-ben-azadi/dr-casey-means-continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm-o/ Join theKeto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  Good Idea Functional Sparkling Water Drinks. Visit http://www.goodidea.us and use the coupon code BEN at checkout. Get Bioptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough for the best night of sleep, ever! Nurture your mind and body with this all-natural, full-spectrum magnesium supplement. Visit www.magbreakthrough.com/ketokamp and use code ketokamp10 for 10% off.  Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility of statements made by guests. 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Steph interviews guest Amanda Montalvo. Amanda is a women's health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. She's also well known for her extensive understanding of mineral testing and supporting women to replete minerals to optimize their health. Amanda and Steph discuss what's missing from conventional (and even functional) treatment plans for PCOS, hypothyroidism and estrogen dominance. She shares what pregnancy, postpartum, and the copper IUD have to do with mineral levels and signs you may be depleted. Wondering what the most common minerals are that are depleted during the mom years? They've got you covered. And, as always, they discuss what you can do as a “Doctor Mom” to learn more about your body and feel better through rebalancing mineral levels. Topics Discussed:  What's missing from conventional (and functional medicine) treatment plans Common signs you need more minerals How to test and replete minerals imbalances Iron testing and deficiency – getting to the root cause Copper IUD – how it plays a role in mineral imbalances Show Notes:  Follow @hormonehealingrd on Insta Sign Up for Amanda's Course:  Listen to the Are You Menstrual? Podcast  Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood. Listen to today's episode on our website Amanda Montalvo is a women's health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. Amanda started off her education in nutrition with the traditional route, but after dealing with her own health problems after getting off hormonal birth control she quickly realized the value of functional medicine. After healing her acne, balancing her hormones, and learning the value of her menstrual cycle, Amanda found her purpose—to help women create a body in balance and not settle for anything less This Episode's Sponsors  Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley's products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women's health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed's Complete Plan! Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and author of the bestselling books Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual.  She has more than 20 years‚ experience in women's  health and currently has a consulting room in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she treats women with PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone and period related health problems. In this episode Katherine and Lara Briden explore: How the menstrual cycle can be a strength for women The impacts of not ovulating The ways that pain can present during a period cycle How oral contraception can affect hormones and the body The link between mental health and hormonal contraception Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - PCOS The increase in cases of Endometriosis   Links: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube LinkedIn The Shift Season 1

A Q&A episode- a listeners favorite! I love creating Q&A episodes because I am able to answer questions that so many of you ask most frequently! In today's podcast I address the positive effects of fasting, lab testing for insulin resistance, administering insulin to diabetics, and living a low insulin lifestyle during menopause. You asked, I answered. Here is what's covered in the weeks episode: [3:28]- Q: When should you see results from intermittent fasting?  Why you cannot make weight loss your sole reason for fasting! [11:12]- Q: How can you measure insulin resistance?  Discussing all of the relevant lab testing opportunities Look for the physical signs! Low Insulin Academy is my specialty course for reversing insulin resistance. More information here!  [19:11]- Q: If insulin is already high in type 2 diabetes, why do doctors still treat it with insulin?  Insulin for type 1 vs. type 2 diabetes [27:43]- Q: How are menopause and fasting/ nutrition connected?  Menopause makes females less insulin sensitive Special thanks to L'BRI for sponsoring this episode. To receive a free pack of samples from this clean and purposeful skin care company, use the link here!   FOLLOW ME ON: Instagram: @shana.hussin.rdn Facebook: Fast To Heal With Shana Hussin Website: https://www.fasttoheal.info/ ADDITIONAL LINKS: FREE Starting Guides 10-Day Low-Insulin Jumpstart  Metabolic Makeover Starter Course Low Insulin Academy On-Demand Course Low Insulin Academy Live WAITLIST BE ON THE PODCAST by emailing support@fasttoheal.info and sharing your story of how Fast to Heal Services have changed your life!

This episode explores the delicate balance between our body's needs and societal expectations in a discussion on hypothalamic amenorrhea.  My guest shares her personal story to help others and shed light on the struggles of body image, the pressures we face, and the importance of building a harmonious relationship with ourselves. Guest: Dani Sheriff Highlights  2:27 What is hypothalamic amenorrhea 13:06 The healing protocol for getting a period back  18:02 Why reverse dieting doesn't work for hypothalamic amenorrhea 25:33 What is the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM) 32:01 The difference between PCOS and hypothalamic amenorrhea 36:02 What does a healthy period look like using FAM Resources We Mention:  The HA Society Related Episodes:  Podcast 028: What A Normal Period Actually Looks Like And How To Fix Yours with Nicole Jardim of Fix Your Period Podcast 065: The Super Powers of Cervical Fluid & Non-Hormonal Birth Control with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Health Resources Healing Hashimoto's Course Thyroid Lab Guide + Tracker (free)  Recommended Non-Toxic Products Connect With Carly: CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner Sponsors: Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off) Complete Show Notes Here  

I share my own personal journey with egg freezing and my tips for a smooth process, including mindset work, egg quality prep, hormone detox post-procedure, and more. I also intereviewed expert Brittany Hawkins, co-founder of Elanza Wellness and co-author of "Everything Egg Freezing". In this episode you'll find answers to the following questions: How does the egg freezing process work, from start to finish? What can you do to impact your egg quality? What are some side effects and what can you do to mitigate those side effects? What are the potential risks? What factors should I consider when choosing a fertility clinic for egg freezing? What to expect if you have a hormonal condition like PCOS or Endometriosis? Resources: Book: Everything Egg Freezing: A Step by Step Guide Elanza Wellness Alissa Vitti & FloLiving  

PCOS stands for polycystic ovary syndrome. Many people interpret it to mean you have big cysts on your ovaries, but that's not true at all. When I hear PCOS I think of it as a call to, &ldquoPlease Confirm this Ovary Syndrome." So much is misunderstood about PCOS! Women are often told, “oh you don't need to worry about it until you're ready to have babies.” That could not be further from the truth. Today on the podcast, I'm talking about 5 novel treatments for PCOS. Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website. Do you have questions about Egg Freezing?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The Egg Freezing Class.  The next live class call is on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 4pm PST, where Dr. Aimee will explain Egg Freezing and there will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Looking for the best products to support you while you're TTC? Get Dr. Aimee's brand new Conception Kit here. Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org. Other ways to connect with Dr. Aimee and The Egg Whisperer Show: Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips!Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates

#181: In this episode, we answer your most frequently asked questions about PCOS! We cover all the PCOS hot topics like gluten & dairy, protein powders, finding your carb tolerance, and more! If you want to submit your questions for the next episode, be sure to follow us on Instagram to ask any PCOS questions you may have! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review if you enjoy this episode. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you soon! Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS! What's Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz! Metabolism Plus - Our PCOS Supplement Line! Ovasitol: 15% OFF CONNECT WITH US: Website Instagram Tik Tok Pinterest While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy) Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!

I don't include cardio and strength training on the same day in all of my programs, but I do in some. The question, then, becomes, should you do strength training before or after cardio? In this article, I'll review the research behind each approach and then share some practical insights based on my experience working with clients over the past couple of decades. Cardio vs. Strength Training As I wrote about in The 3 Pillars of VIGOR, you can get most of the benefits of cardiovascular exercise from a well-designed strength and conditioning program. However, there are cases where including cardio in addition to strength training is beneficial. Women, in general, tend to respond better to programs with a moderate amount of cardio. For women with PCOS, cardio can be especially important. And even for men, including cardio can help them get through fat loss plateaus, or get rid of the last 15 pounds of body fat to see a complete six-pack. But just to be clear, I do not advocate doing cardio instead of strength training. If it comes down to doing one or the other on a given day, always do your strength training. With that in mind, here are some of the most significant benefits of each form of exercise. Benefits of Strength Training Strength training obviously makes you stronger (hence, the name), but it does much more, whether you're 18 or 81. Some of resistance training's key benefits include: Increased muscle mass: Strength training promotes muscle growth, which can improve your overall body composition and appearance.Schoenfeld, B. J. (2010). The mechanisms of muscle hypertrophy and their application to resistance training. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 24(10), 2857-2872. Improved bone density: Resistance training helps to maintain and improve bone density, reducing the risk of osteoporosis.Layne, J. E., & Nelson, M. E. (1999). The effects of progressive resistance training on bone density: a review. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 31(1), 25-30. Boosted metabolism: Building muscle increases your resting metabolic rate, which means you'll burn more calories at rest.Campbell, W. W., Crim, M. C., Young, V. R., & Evans, W. J. (1994). Increased energy requirements and changes in body composition with resistance training in older adults. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 60(2), 167-175. Enhanced functional fitness: Strength training improves your ability to perform everyday tasks, making you more functionally fit.Rantanen, T., Guralnik, J. M., Sakari-Rantala, R., Leveille, S., Simonsick, E. M., Ling, S., & Fried, L. P. (1999). Disability, physical activity, and muscle strength in older women: the Women's Health and Aging Study. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 80(2), 130-135. Benefits of Cardiovascular Exercise When you look at most research and medical publications, you find a consistent set of benefits from cardio. They include: Improved heart health: Regular cardio can reduce the risk of heart disease by improving circulation and lowering blood pressure.Mora, S., Cook, N., Buring, J. E., Ridker, P. M., & Lee, I. M. (2007). Physical activity and reduced risk of cardiovascular events: potential mediating mechanisms. Circulation, 116(19), 2110-2118. Increased endurance: Cardio helps to build stamina, allowing you to exercise for longer periods without fatigue.Fletcher, GF., Ades, P. A., Kligfield, P., Arena, R., Balady, G. J., Bittner, V. A., ... & Sibley, C. (2013). Exercise standards for testing and training: a scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Circulation, 128(8), 873-934. Weight management: Engaging in regular cardio can help you maintain a healthy weight or lose weight when combined with a proper diet.Donnelly, J. E., Blair, S. N., Jakicic, J. M., Manore, M. M., Rankin, J. W., & Smith, B. K. (2009). Appropriate physical activity intervention strategies for weight loss and prevention of weight regain fo...

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Welcome back to our weekly segment we call "Public Cervix Announcement" with Dr. Kristin Lyerly. This week: mammograms, OPill and PCOS. Then Dr. Phil Rocco (a different kind of doctor) breaks down what's going on with shared revenue in Wisconsin and why you should care. WGuests: Kristin Lyerly, Philip Rocco

Have you ever complained to your medical practitioner that your hormonal birth control is causing weight gain (only to be told that this couldn't be true!)?Me too.Hormonal birth control was created in the 1950s, and ever since, many of us have been complaining that it causes weight gain. In fact, it's one of the most commonly cited reasons for stopping hormonal birth control.  But until very recently we haven't had any proof. A large study published in 2021, tested different forms of birth control against a control and found that some forms did indeed lead to weight gain.Now not all hormonal birth control is made equal. In this episode, I'll explain the types of birth control that have been found to cause weight gain, and the nitty-gritty mechanisms behind how they can mess with your weight.But don't worry, we're not here to just scare you and leave you hanging. There are other hormonal birth control options that don't increase weight, and of course non hormonal contraception and ways of managing your PCOS too. I'll also chat about alternative birth control options and ways to manage the potential side effects of hormonal birth control so you can make informed decisions about your reproductive health.So, buckle up and get ready to hear the good oil on birth control and weight gain. In this episode we'll cover:New research showing the link between certain hormonal birth controls and weight gain How to manage the potential side effects of hormonal birth controlHormonal birth control options that don't increase weightNon-hormonal contraception and ways of managing your PCOSand more! This episode is for you if:You have experienced weight gain while on hormonal birth control You aren't sure if your birth control is linked to your weight gain You want to explore other birth control options You want to learn to manage your weight while on birth control and other PCOS symptomsLinks to our programs:The PCOS ProtocolBook a 1:1 Consultations with ClareBook a 1:1 Consultation with Emma or Charlie

Today we are delighted to bring you a new episode on the Reshape Your Health Podcast. You'll learn from Suzanne Fenske, MD, FACOG about the causes, symptoms, and treatment for PCOS and endometriosis. Highlights From This EpisodeSimilarities and differences between integrative and functional medicine. PCOS is not so much a reproductive issue, as an endocrine issue. Causes of adrenal issues that contribute to PCOS. Signs and symptoms of PCOS. Can PCOS be reversed, and if so how?Why start with stress management and sleep to manage PCOS before nutrition and exercise. What is endometriosis?How does obesity affect endometriosis related to excess estrogen production?Best treatment for endometriosis.“Normal aging/perimenopause” vs more severe hormone imbalances. Symptoms of perimenopause (even when you're getting your cycle.)Recommendations for treating insomnia in perimenopause and postmenopause. Adaptogens for stress management plus specific recommendations for use. Subscribe & ReviewSubscribing and leaving a rating and review are important factors in helping the Reshape Your Health Podcast and the YouTube Channel reach more people. If you haven't already subscribed, please do that today.We would also be grateful if you left a rating and review, too. In your listening app, scroll to the “Ratings and Reviews” section, then click “Write a Review” and let us know what you enjoy about our show. We appreciate you taking the time to show your support. Thank you!Resources From This Episode>> Join Zivli>> Book a Free Zivli Discovery Call>> Freebie: Weight Loss Mindset Audio Training>> Freebie: The Ultimate Food Guide>> TaraMD Website

What Doctor's Are NOT Telling You About Treating PCOS, with Female Powerhouse and Successful Businesswoman Sophia Wolf—Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex disorder that affects up to 10% of women in the United States. It can cause infertility, acne, hair loss, and other health issues. Unfortunately, traditional treatments for PCOS are often inadequate and can even be harmful. So what are doctors not telling you about treating PCOS?Hear Sophia's story of inspiration in today's podcast. Side note: It's important to remember that everyone's body is different when it comes to treating PCOS naturally and holistically. That means it's important to get a second opinion if you feel like your doctor isn't providing the best advice for your individual situation. Finally, always trust your own body - it knows best. LISTEN IN TO SOPHIA'S FIRST INTERVIEW "From Homeless To Director At a Multi-Billion Dollar Company" Here: https://neversettle.club/episodes/ep-71-from-homeless-to-director-at-a-multi-billion-dollar-company-559Sophia's Mission:Sophia Wolf is a sales professional who is passionate about health, travel, philanthropy and empowering women. She is a Regional Sales Director at a Tech Company, writes about women's health and challenges in the workplace and runs a non-profit in Colombia called the Medellin Children's Foundation.Foundation:Medellin Children's FoundationSocial:https://www.instagram.com/soph_flow/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-wolf-6a568b51/Support the show— About the Host: Sara Quiriconi is an actress, host, writer, producer and wellth entrepreneur, inspired and driven to empower others to be resilient, never settle, travel well and live free. Podcast: Subscribe NEVER SETTLE Web: LiveFreeWarrior.com Instagram: @livefreewarrior YouTube : Live Free Warrior

Candice Craig is a dancer, entrepreneur, singer, songwriter, model, and actress. She's also a PCOS advocate whose fight for a cure led her to lobby in front of Congress. Candice joins Ruben to open up about her struggles with self-love and mental, physical, and emotional health as a woman living with PCOS. She also talks about how she's navigating the potential of infertility, creating her own stage through social media, and seeking purpose and love through entrepreneurship. “I'm still me inside of this body no matter what and this is my tool, this is my temple, and I have to still pour into her.” – Candice Craig Candice says love is forgiveness. Love gives life meaning. Whether it's with friends, family, followers, your partner, or yourself… love is the through line that brings us together and brings us to our purpose. Living life through love is being able to pour into yourself and others so we can become the best, happiest versions of ourselves.  “Love is probably one of the only things worth living for.” – Candice Craig Do you resonate? SUBSCRIBE to Live Through Love so you never miss an episode & RATE/REVIEW it on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. About the Guest: Candice Craig is a dancer, entrepreneur, singer, songwriter, model, actress, and PCOS advocate. She is the Founder and CEO of 5678 Count Me In, an apparel and beauty company. Throughout her dancing career, she has danced on world tours, in videos and on television for acts such as Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Diddy, Ciara, Pharrel Williams, Pitbull, Mark Anthony and more.  Follow Candice on Instagram  Follow Ruben on Instagram Watch and subscribe to Live Through Love on YouTube This is an Operation Podcast production, connect with us @operationpodcast.

We have a packed episode today discussing what my guest describes as, the epidemic of PCOS. Dr Nitu Bajekal is a Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Author and Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician in the UK with over 35 years of clinical experience in women's health. And today we're talking about: how you can spot the signs of PCOSWhy PCOS costs billions in healthcare costs annuallyWhy women from ethnic minorities are at worse riskWe also discuss how 3 in 4 of those with PCOS remain undiagnosed, because of how complex a condition it isWe talk about Insulin ResistanceOestrogen Dominance, and whether that's a thing or notThe OestrobolomeAnd how to avoid bloating when inching toward a more whole food plant based dietAs you can tell this episode is going to be packed with information, but you can also check out Nitu's book, Living PCOS Free that she co-authored of with her daughter and nutritionist, Rohini Bajekal.

Just how regular is a regular menstrual cycle? And when is the best time to get pregnant? Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and co-founder of OOVA, dispels the misconceptions of menstruation and how a woman's menstrual cycle is more than her period. During this episode you'll learn about: Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of OOVA [0:58] The data missing from the field of women's health [2:08] What is an irregular menstrual cycle? What is a regular menstrual cycle? [2:39] How does the body known when to menstruate? The menstrual cycle explained [4:57] What OOVA measures during the menstrual cycle [8:05] What is PCOS? What does OOVA's data tells us about women with PCOS? [9:05] How data tracking helps us understand PMS [12:39] What disrupts a menstrual cycle? [14:38] Health data vs. actionable health data [16:36] Questions from the community Do women's menstrual cycles synchronize when living together? [19:30] Why does cycle length change every month? How does stress delay a period? [20:36] Can we predict how many menstrual cycles a woman will have in her lifetime? [22:10] Why do some girls start having periods earlier than others? Does an early puberty mean early menopause? [22:57] What's the best age to get pregnant? [24:30] What long-term effects do oral contraceptives have on menstruation? [27:58] Can you have sex during your period? [31:14] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Learn about OOVA at life or follow @oovalife on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Ensure a Harmonious Cycle: What to do Before, During, and After Your Period Why is Exercise So Difficult the Week Before My Menstrual Cycle? 6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life Phase How Lifestyle and Environmental Factors Contribute to PMS 12 Biomarkers that Impact Your Fertility Am I in Menopause? 9 Factors That You Didn't Know Can Affect Fertility Meet the Sex Hormones and Their Role in Your Health A Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for Women Products mentioned in this episode: Fertility Test, Stress Test, Sleep Test, Menopause Test, Ovarian Care Subscribe To More Content Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to the show on your podcast app. You can also learn more about what we talked about by visiting Thorne.com and checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne's Take 5 Daily blog. * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Organic Olivia is an herbalist, podcast host, business owner and a writer on a quest to learn what supports the human condition and vibrant health. When I was diagnosed with PCOS, people sent her instagram all day praising her tips and products as life changing. We discussed the ailments that lead her on her own healing journey, non-negotiable practices in her life, internet boundaries and more. I was so happy to talk to her and feel like we barely scratched the surface - petition to get her back on for part two!! Enjoy!   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode   Go to www.BetterHelp.com/pia for 10% off your first month   Go to www.perelel.co and get 15% off your first 3 months with code BEST15   Go to www.vionicshoes.com and use code BEST for free shipping   Go to www.athenaclub.com and use code BEST and you'll get 25% off your first order   Go to www.thefarmersdog.com/best for 50% off your first box   Go to www.jennikayne.com and use code BEST at checkout for 15%    Produced by Dear Media 

We are celebrating all of the mothers today - especially those raising children with T1D! Our guest, Janae Cox, lives in Utah with her husband Kevin, and five children under fourteen. Her oldest, Kolbie, was diagnosed with T1D in July of 2020, then celiac disease shortly after. Janae is the founder of Clean Monday Meals and also has celiac disease and polycystic ovarian syndrome.In this episode, we discuss...How a traumatic low blood sugar incident with Kolbie sent her into helicopter-mom mode and what she did to regroupHow she meal preps gluten-free for a family of sevenHow she balances work, motherhood, and taking care of herselfHow she and her husband raise their kids on the values of service and honest communicationCheck out Clean Monday Meals HERE and Janae's new seasonings HEREHit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HEREFor T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HEREGet more T1D tips HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan. 

I'm so excited to share with you that we are celebrating May (and my upcoming maternity leave!) with a month-long special to book a 60 minute breakthrough session with our lead dietitian, Megan Perez. Breakthrough sessions give you the opportunity to meet with an intuitive eating and body image expert to help you identify 1-2 key areas where you are currently stuck, so that you can breakthrough to discover peace with food and your body. By clicking here you can fill out the application form and will then move forward with setting up your May breakthrough session with Megan. Please note: In order to get your breakthrough session for only $150 (normally $377!) you need to purchase and book your breakthrough session in the month of May.  In this Q&A episode with Megan, we answer your questions from Instagram about anovulatory bleeds, pre-menopause, not getting a period and more! A few important announcements: Private coaching offers you personalized support to reach your goals of food and body peace. Megan, our lead dietitian at Nourishing Minds Nutrition, is currently accepting new clients. Click here to learn more! The annual Summer Reset is officially ready for you! If you are ready to say NO to "get bikini body ready" messages and reset how you view food, exercise and your body this summer, download our free mini-course to help you learn how to reset your mindset. Help us grow the podcast! By leaving a written review and taking a screenshot of that review and emailing it to me at hello@nourishingmindsnutrition.com, I'll send you back your choice of the Meal Planning Guide, Gentle Nutrition Masterclass or Fear of Weight Gain Masterclass for completely free to say thank you. Let's hang out! Connect with Victoria and the staff at NMN: Victoria's Instagram and Tik Tok Nourishing Minds Nutrition Instagram

Angelica Ventrice is a High-Performance Mentor & Health Coach, she helps driven female entrepreneurs, executives, and real estate professionals who desire to up-level their Health & Wealth! She is a 7 - figure business owner herself & has been featured in Entrepreneur, Authority Magazine, and MyFitnessPal. Angelica is obsessed with guiding driven women to shift their mindset & bank accounts while shedding those unwanted pounds along the way without ridiculous fad diets or crazy restrictions! To this day, she has helped over 700 women to transform their bodies & minds while finding a true alignment in their personal & professional lives.In this episde we dive into the Truth behind what it takes to create the most healthy and vibrant life possibe.You can do all the external work but until you are willing to take a look at the inner work, your results wont last.Get in touch with Angelica:Website: https://angelicaventrice.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelicaventrice/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelica.ventrice.5/ Learn More about the Fit for Life Program: https://bit.ly/FFLProgram

#180: Today we're going to talk about the journey of a fellow cyster named Arti. She sent us the sweetest email and we felt like it was too good to not share with everyone. Her story is so inspiring and she was able to lose 35 lbs with PCOS while reversing many of her symptoms! We read through the struggles of her diagnosis, the ineffective treatments she received, and how she discovered a better path to managing her health through lifestyle changes. You'll learn the specific changes she made to her diet and exercise routine that helped her lose 35 pounds, build lean muscle, and increase her energy. We also discuss the importance of addressing the root causes of PCOS, rather than relying solely on medication. This episode is a must-listen for anyone with PCOS who is looking to lose weight and reverse their symptoms naturally! Download The Cysterhood App, the largest community of PCOS women learning to lose weight & reverse symptoms with daily meals & workouts designed for PCOS! What's Your PCOS Type? - Take the quiz! Metabolism Plus - Our PCOS Supplement Line! Ovasitol: 15% OFF CONNECT WITH US: Website Instagram Tik Tok Pinterest While Tallene is a Registered Dietitian and Sirak a Personal Trainer, this podcast provides general information about PCOS. It is not meant to serve as fitness, nutrition or medical advice related to your individual needs. If you have questions, please talk to a medical professional. For our full privacy policy, please click on the following link: (bit.ly/PCOSPrivacyPolicy) Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that we provide, we may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting our channel so we can continue to provide you with free content each week!

Question: What can be done about twitching? Short Answer: Most twitching will be driven by glutamate/GABA balance or acetylcholine regulation, and the most likely nutritional issues are any of the electrolytes or any factor that influences energy metabolism. The best way to address it is to consider the conditions that influence it and then trial and error your way through each potential nutritional issue in order of which ones make the most sense for your individual case first. This is a clip from a live Q&A session open to CMJ Masterpass members. In addition to this episode, you can access two other free samples using this link: https://chrismasterjohnphd.substack.com/p/questions-on-phosphatidylcholine In that batch of free episodes you will also find the answers to these questions: Phosphatidylcholine and TMAO Vitamin K2 and Undercarboxylated Osteocalcin If you want to become a Masterpass member so you can participate in the next live Q&A, or so you can have access to the complete recording and transcript of each Q&A session, you can save 10% off the subscription price for as long as you remain a member by using this link to sign up: https://chrismasterjohnphd.substack.com/qanda Learn more about the Masterpass here: https://chrismasterjohnphd.substack.com/about This snippet is from the December 14, 2022 AMA. The full recording and transcript is reserved for Masterpass members. Here is a preview of what's included: Inositol, What Is It Good For? If I am at risk of heart disease, and phosphatidylcholine raises my TMAO, should I stop the supplement? If undercarboxylated osteocalcin (ucOCN) has health benefits and vitamin K2 decreases it, what does that mean for vitamin K2 supplementation? Maragen Calcium Could slow methylation cause high selenium levels? My current thoughts on cholesterol and heart disease If I already have oxidative stress, what ducks should I have in a row before supplementing with iron? Is it safe to take eight milligrams of zinc daily without copper? What to do about developing sensitivities to an increasingly broad range of foods? What else to do about hemochromatosis besides phlebotomy? If gestational diabetes is just a biotin deficiency, why are women who are insulin resistant prior to pregnancy at higher risk for it, including women with PCOS? What to do about chronically elevated amylase and lipase? What to do about a non-drinker having very high GGT and occasionally high ALT? What are the most common vitamin and mineral deficiencies? What are the best supplements, vitamins, and minerals for OCD and depression? What is the connection between low pyruvate and high ketones? Is high LDL a concern if the carotid IMT and coronary calcium scan are clear?  Do I trust food allergy tests? Here's a link to the full AMA: https://chrismasterjohnphd.substack.com/p/recording-and-transcript-of-the-december Access the show notes, transcript, and comments here.

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The A-Team is back! Coach Abby and I felt inspired by our last conversation about time management. So we decided to do a more personal episode about our current lives and struggles as we navigate our health and fitness at this time. As always, Coach Abby and I had a great time catching up and letting our guards down while talking about keeping a healthy mindset when life gets hard, body modifications, deciding to have breast implants in or out, hormonal changes and PCOS, mini-cuts, and sleep difficulties. Past RTF episodes that have a deeper dive into the topics that Coach Abby and I discussed today are linked below! Links: RTF#14 Did AnnaRockstar Have a Tummy Tuck & Boob Job? https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/rSgrU1bjBvb RTF# 33 Mini-Cut Mastery: A Step-by-Step Guide to Losing Fat in 4-6 Weeks https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/tzkL3Pdlqxb RTF# 38 The Power of Sleep: How to Get Optimal Sleep That Will Impact Your Whole Life! https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7CcBQR67Yxb RTF# 44 Mastering Time Management: Overcoming Barriers and Achieving Success https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/u1sXFS41ozb Join Rock That Fitness Email List for Updates and tips on Nutrition, Fitness & Mindset! https://www.rockthatfitness.com Coach Anna invites you to join Rock That Fitness, The Best Online Women's Fitness Group EVER here-> https://www.rockthatfitness.com/ Rock That Fitness on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/cruen/we-got-this License code: RBWENWHGXSWXAEUE

Susan, your host, welcomes Michelle Pfile to today's episode. Michelle is a health wellness, business mentor, and podcast host who helps women create positive changes in their lives by elevating them physically, mentally, spiritually, and financially. After struggling with a PCOS diagnosis for much of her life, she made drastic changes to improve her lifestyle that helped her completely transform her health, mind, and body. Speaking on topics such as holistic health, intermittent fasting, mindset shifts, network marketing, and grief, Michelle has a plethora of expertise and speaks about it in a way that just makes sense.   Key Takeaways: Michelle shares her grief story. Michelle and Susan talk about how it feels to be grieving the memories we won't have with our loved ones who passed away. Michelle shares how her background helped her with her grieving experience: Mindset goes first. “I don't want to feel this way anymore.” Michelle talks about how stress and sorrow affect our physical bodies. Susan and Michelle talk about how their mindsets shifted as a result of practicing gratitude. How to avoid toxic positivity. Know where you are and be OK with that. Michelle explains how to Stair Step to the next place. (Recognize your small wins and celebrate them.) Change your mind and give yourself what you need. Meditation is a fantastic way of interrupting a thinking pattern that no longer serves you. Grieving is strictly connected to our overall health. Someone's death can be traumatic to you. Deal with the trauma of the loss. Susan and Michelle share how they dealt with the pain of grieving initially. No matter what you are going through, it will become a precious part of your healing journey and personal growth. Death can also become a gift. Try a little slice of gratitude, it will make you feel better.   Resources Tendrilsofgrief.com Email Susan: susan@tendrilsofgrief.com The Magic, Rhonda Byrne   Meet Michelle Pfile Check Michelle Pfile's website Follow Michelle on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Listen to Michelle's podcast: In Total Alignment  

Dr. Pamela went to university on a full scholarship and was consistently on the Dean's Honour Roll. She has been in practice as a naturopathic doctor since 1999 and has received numerous “Best Naturopath in Toronto” awards. Dr. Pamela has a special interest in helping people with hormone-related issues like PCOS, endometriosis, acne, hair loss, thyroid issues and fertility. Dr. Pamela lives in Toronto with her family and Farley the dog. When she's not working you may find her in the karate dojo, leading a Scout Group, on her yoga mat, camping, or involved in any number of other outlets for an adventurous spirit. You may contact Dr. Pamela @ https://www.naturopathtoronto.ca

While we don't have a choice in many of life's circumstances, such as having PCOS. We do have choices in how we respond to every situation. For me, the magic happened when I realized I had a choice! That my “reasons” are just excuses and that I can redesign how I approach everything in order to achieve and become who I want to be. In this episode, we will explore how to recognize the reasons that are holding you back and how to explore new ways of approaching these roadblocks.My friend, I want you to live your best life and I want you to achieve the goals and dreams that you have for your life.We all have limited time, energy, and money but when we look at our priorities, goals, and dreams, we don't have to let our reasons stand in our way anymore.We can create a new reality for ourselves and think outside the box about how we can overcome these hurdles because we all have them.Go ahead and listen now You can take the quiz to discover your root cause hereThe full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at:https://nourishedtohealthy.com/choiceLet's continue the conversation on Instagram! What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have?

I remember sitting in St. Davids lecture theatre at Otago university (IYKYK), eating my Vogel's sandwich (packed lunch from the hall of residence of course), trying to concentrate on the lecture but having the most intense bloating pain.My stomach was so hard and bloated that I had to undo the top button of my jeans and was almost doubled over in the lecture theatre, crippled with pain.This was my first vivid memory with bloating and luckily for me, I was able to resolve this in a few years.But for many of you that's not the case and you're still suffering from crippling bloating that affects every part of your life. In a study of over 400,000 women with PCOS globally, they found that over 70% of people with PCOS reported bloating that is not attributed to their cycle or what they've eaten.  This was the most common symptom by far!  In this podcast, I am interviewing one of my colleagues, Charlie, who has had a long history of bloating that has taken her many years to resolve. When it comes to bloating - she has seriously tried it ALL. I ask her all the nitty gritty about what bloating really is, what causes it and what we can do about it, today!If you've been told, “You've got IBS, sorry, there isn't much we can do for you”, then you need to listen to this.  You'll learn that there are many causes of bloating and IBS, and many ways to treat your root cause.In this podcast we'll be diving into:What actually is bloating The most common causesPractical tips you can use to help manage and prevent bloating, today!Further testing, if needed And much more!This episode is for you if: You are so bloated that by the end of the day, you can no longer fit in your jeansYou want to learn simple and easy tips to help with bloating You feel like your doctor isn't listening to you or is being dismissive about your IBS or gut symptoms You want to know about what can cause bloating and see if this helps to determine your root causeYou feel like you have to plan every day around what you're eating because you're always bloating or reacting to your meals  Links to our programs:The PCOS ProtocolBook a 1:1 Consultations with ClareBook a 1:1 Consultation with Emma or Charlie

Every woman's experience of pregnancy is different. And while the news that you are expecting is often a cause for celebration, it can also be fraught with difficult challenges. These issues can be especially painful when you have a medical team that is dismissive of your concerns and doesn't take your input seriously. That was the experience of today's guest, Kendra Alexander, whose first pregnancy resulted in a painful miscarriage. Her experiences and the lack of support she felt from her medical team during that dark period led her to found Bravely She Blooms Wellness, and today she helps women who have experienced miscarriage and are hoping to try again. In our conversation Kendra opens up about her first pregnancy, the lack of support she felt from her medical team, and the healing work she needed to undertake after her loss. She also shares what it meant for her to find a doctor she could trust and explains how discovering that she had PCOS provided her with the answers she needed to move forward. To learn more about Kendra's journey and her deep desire to help other women going through these experiences, be sure to tune in today.Key Points from This Episode:•    How Kendra learned she had a hormone imbalance and was at risk of infertility.•    The steps Kendra took to address her hormone imbalance and heal holistically from within.•    Kendra recounts the story of her pregnancy in June of 2020 and her painful miscarriage.•    TW: For those who wish to avoid Kendra's account of her miscarriage, please skip audio between [12:24] and [18:19].•    Her deeply negative experiences within the medical system and how her concerns were repeatedly dismissed.•    The feeling of disconnect that Kendra experienced with her body after her miscarriage loss.•    Societal expectations of how women should behave and recover after miscarriage.•    The emotional healing work Kendra needed to go through after her loss.•    How Kendra found a new doctor she could trust.•    Kendra's discovery that she had PCOS and why she was so relieved to have an answer.•    How PCOS greatly increases your chance of miscarriage.•    The affirming experiences that Kendra had with her doctor during her second pregnancy.•    Kendra's desire to help other women and how she started Bravely She Blooms Wellness.•    Learn about Kendra's journey to becoming a certified Integrative Nutritional Health Coach, Doula, and Christian Mental Health Coach.•    Suggested reading and resources on topics like PCOS, healing from loss, and preparing for pregnancy.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Bravely She Blooms LinktreeBravely She Blooms on InstagramSupport after Miscarriage, Peace while TTC & Hormone Balance clarity Private Facebook GroupAwakening Fertility: The Essential Art of Preparing for Pregnancy by the Authors of the First Forty Days Stick It to Me, Baby!: Inserting Spirit Into the Science of Infertility The PCOS Diet Plan, Second Edit

PCOS acne is a big struggle for many women. Today I'm re-airing a podcast episode from a couple of years ago since PCOS acne is still an issue I get many questions about and this conversation is PACKED with helpful skin care tips! On this episode we took a deep dive into managing hormonal acne with my special guest, Nicole Giacobbe, who has been a Master Aesthetician of over 20 years. Nicole is my personal aesthetician and during my visits, she has shared so much knowledge with me in regards to acne and how to manage it healthfully.. If you are someone who struggles with acne, who has been overwhelmed and maybe you don't know where to start or what might or might not be working for your skin, this episode will be helpful to you in giving you insight to managing and healing your skin. What You'll Learn on This Podcast Episode: Learn how common it is for women in late years to still have acne How hormones affect acne Learn what acne is and how a pimple is formed Where hormonal acne is most common What you can do to heal and manage acne Learn the difference between healing acne and managing acne Hygiene practices to follow What type of cleansers are most recommended If makeup wipes are good for your skin Why scrubs aren't a great option for your skin Best way to exfoliate your skin Why topical retinoids can be helpful for your hormonal acne caused by your PCOS How sunscreen can help your skin health How Nicole works with clients in her practice Chemical peels for your skin and the benefits How chemical peels work The benefits and typical results of a hydrafacials Blue LED light for your skin and its benefits Recommendations for products and skincare Vitamins to help with acne Helpful PCOS Links: Connect with Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/njskinqueen/?hl=en Have any topic suggestions you'd like me to discuss on the podcast? Shoot me a message on Instagram @pcos.nutritionist.dafna

Noelle Acosta is Founder and CEO of Noula Health, a data-driven platform that uses personalized hormonal health data to deliver tailored care. Victoria talks to Noelle about helping patients with uteruses to better understand their bodies by providing them with hormonal health data that's unique to them and providing them with individualized care they deserve at their fingertips through a virtual app. Noula (https://noula.com/) Follow Noula on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/noula-health/) or Twitter (https://twitter.com/noulahealth). Follow Noelle Acosta on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelle-acosta/) or Twitter (https://twitter.com/noelleacoss). Follow thoughtbot on Twitter (https://twitter.com/thoughtbot) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/). Become a Sponsor (https://thoughtbot.com/sponsorship) of Giant Robots! Transcript: VICTORIA: This is the Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Podcast, where we explore the design, development, and business of great products. I'm your host, Victoria Guido. And with me today is Noelle Acosta, Founder and CEO of Noula Health, a data-driven platform that uses personalized hormonal health data to deliver tailored care. Noelle, thank you for joining me. NOELLE: Thank you so much for having me, Victoria. It's a pleasure to be here. VICTORIA: Wonderful. I'm excited to learn more about your product today that you're building. Can you just tell me a little bit more about it? NOELLE: Yeah, absolutely. Well, I feel like, [chuckles] one, you could work here. You did a phenomenal job of sharing what Noula is. But here at Noula, we are a virtual care platform that really empowers women and patients with uteruses to better understand their bodies by providing them with hormonal health data that's unique to them. Based on that information, we're able to provide them with the individualized, tailored care that they deserve at their fingertips through a virtual app. VICTORIA: Wonderful. And I'm wondering what led you to think I need to make this company. What happened in your life where you decided this needs to exist in the world? NOELLE: Really it stems from my own personal brush with an undiagnosed chronic condition where I truly was the one in five women who felt dismissed, denied, and ignored in the traditional healthcare settings. And that is really something that's actually unified us all as a team here at Noula. We have the shared frustration in terms of the gaps that we experienced overall; not one, two of our health journeys looked alike. And so during this time, I found myself really just kind of banging my head against a wall where I had these ongoing symptoms that disrupted every aspect of my life, not just my physical health, but it became really very much an emotional roller coaster as well. Because despite having access to care and wonderful employer-sponsored health insurance, I was finding that my doctors were essentially brushing me off, attributing it to stress. And it really led to me kind of just having this inner monologue and questioning myself as, like, is this in my head? Maybe it is stress-related. This doesn't feel normal. Should this be normal? And so I, just like 70% of millennials, turned to Google as my medical companion. I lost trust in healthcare settings and just turned to do research around what could be possibly causing the symptoms in my overall health. And I just refused to believe that this was my sense of normalcy. And through my own research, I started finding things like my ethnicity and my environment could have an impact in the symptoms that I was experiencing. I was dealing with chronic pelvic pain, irregular periods to the point where I was actually menstruating for seven months straight. I had horrible migraines. And so I just really turned to these medical journals to try to figure out and uncover what my body was telling me. And so, based on that research, I finally went back to the doctor demanding an ultrasound, where they ended up finding over 40 abnormal follicles and cysts on my ovaries. And even at that point, my treatment plan was a Band-Aid fix. And so, ultimately, I really felt like the system fundamentally failed me. This Band-Aid fix was essentially, hey, we'll put back your former birth control method and call us when you're ready to have a baby, and we'll figure it out then. And so, to this day, I actually haven't received any additional care, guidance from any clinician despite being in and out of the doctor's office with the symptoms. And so I ended up being diagnosed with a condition called PCOS. Again, from my own research, I learned that Mexican women with PCOS, so yours truly, we have the most severe phenotype that puts us at the highest risk for other complications that are beyond just reproductive health. It increases my risk for diabetes. It increases my risk for hypertension. And these are ultimately very costly to my health. And I was just frustrated. I thought, why am I learning about this through my own research versus the doctor's office, where it really felt like a one size fits all approach to care? And so, based on my experience, I started talking to more and more women. And I found that I wasn't alone with this shared frustration. We see that 80% of people who menstruate suffer from hormonal imbalances. And more often than not, women are juggling with more than two chronic conditions at a time. And so it's truly something that I felt as a patient that we were missing to feel empowered in our health and actually feel seen and heard. And then, when I actually spoke to clinicians as well, they felt that they weren't set up to care for their patients in the way that they wanted to care for them. VICTORIA: And I'm wondering how those women and the people you talked to started to inform the roadmap for the product that you were going to build. NOELLE: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. I mean, truly, the voice of those members, and these patients are the center of our lighthouse in terms of how we shape our product roadmap ahead. And so, ultimately, it really came down to us initially doing customer discovery. So I was really surprised to see how many people were willing to talk about their experiences navigating their health as a woman or a person with a uterus. And that was really telling in itself because I've heard from folks where they had to pay others with gift cards to have this conversation about how they might navigate certain workflows as it might relate to the products they're building. But naturally, these folks wanted to talk about their experiences. So we kind of tackled this in a couple of parts, one, I was going out into my own network, reaching out to friends of friends, posting in Nextdoor Facebook groups, really asking for 15 minutes of people's times to learn about their experience. And within two weeks, I had almost 100 customer discovery calls booked where these women were wanting to talk about their frustration and what they wished they had in terms of the care that they wanted. And so that was point A, like, okay, I think we're onto something. Our gaps in our experiences are shared across the board. And this is the pain that not only I experienced, or the Noula team has experienced, but that hundreds of women have experienced. The other piece, too, is, believe it or not, you know, we're constantly doing customer discovery as an early-stage company. But when we launched our beta, we launched with an initial hypothesis. But we saw that what our members were coming in for more aligns with their hormone health than what we initially thought, where we thought majority of folks would be coming to us at a family building stage. And then even [laughs] truly through social media, our TikTok channel alone when we lead with these persona stories it helps drive this just natural virality to it. And daily, we have folks reaching out to us asking if what they're experiencing is normal or what they should do. And so they're coming to us because we really fill this very prevalent gap in care today. VICTORIA: It must be really reassuring on a personal level and also on a business level that you found a problem that you can really help and make a difference with. NOELLE: Yeah, absolutely. I mean, it's frustrating that we are all bonded and unified by this experience. But ultimately, we'll continue to use the voice of our members as our guiding light to shape our roadmap ahead. And actually, that's what you see today with Noula. We took the learnings from the beta. We took the conversations that we've had with so many members and just women and folks outside of Noula to really shape what you see today. VICTORIA: That's wonderful. And you already mentioned one surprise that you found in your customer discovery process. I wonder if you could even tell me a little bit more about any hypothesis you had that you found from research; the outcome was quite different, and that changed your business strategy. NOELLE: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. So we have always seen ourselves as truly being this co-piloted partner for women in their healthcare journeys for life. But when initially launching our beta, we thought our niche today is going to be folks navigating family planning, so people who are looking to start a family in the near future, actively trying to conceive, pregnant, or recently postpartum. So we built a beta around that. And it was very low-code. This is before I had any technical talent [chuckles] on our team and essentially no money. And so, we built this low-code/no-code beta and launched it. We brought on about 100 folks to this closed beta. And with that, we built the product with that hypothesis in mind that we're going to be targeting specific stages. But what ultimately happened is as we were onboarding the 100 users, we found over...with each onboarded user, we started to see the scale tip where all of a sudden, 80% of those users very much had a story that mirrored my own experience with health. They were coming to us because they suspected that they had a hormonal imbalance or these unexplained symptoms that they didn't know what was causing them. Several of them had been diagnosed with conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, or fibroids. Many of them were dealing with unexplained period pain and irregular menstruation. And so we started to scratch our heads to be like, oh, wow. Okay, so these folks are actually coming to us for a different reason than we had [chuckles] initially anticipated. They're using the product differently. And also, they are far more engaged than our initial hypothesized users, which were pregnant people. And so while we have been able to really create a product that is able to adapt with these users over time, we found that that messaging and creation of a safe space for those users was incredibly important, and we wanted to lean into that. VICTORIA: That's really cool. And maybe talk more about creating that safe space in dealing with healthcare data. Were there any special considerations you had to bring into building your tech stack with those really delicate elements? NOELLE: Yeah, yeah. I mean, ultimately, safety and security of their data and honoring that privacy. We will never sell any data whatsoever. And I know that was a concern for many and still is since we've seen in the news this has been happening with other apps and stuff where they're selling user health data to social media sites. So honoring and protecting that privacy, first and foremost. The other piece is we had to also empower our care team to support our members in the best way that they can with the information that they had about their unique health. And so, unfortunately, our members were coming to us at such an emotionally turmoil time in their lives that they wanted answers. They were frustrated. They were saying, "Why is this happening to me?" We had to really ensure that we could be that empathetic ally for them, empower them with information, and really arm them with tools to use inside and outside of the clinic to get the answers that they deserve. VICTORIA: Right, and I see that. So on your site, there's a quiz you can take about your symptoms, and then you can sign up for what's ultimately going to be a home test kit. Is that right? NOELLE: Yes, yes. So users are able to sign up for Noula at no cost to you. So you can start free tracking your symptoms, and these symptom trackers are going to be customized to you. So based on... similar to the quiz that you mentioned, you'll be able to answer questions about what you're experiencing, what your goals are. And Noula will make recommendations of what to track within the app itself. You can then track your symptoms that you select over time and get this customized snapshot to build this true picture of your health. You can then continue to add on to that snapshot of your health through that home hormone test. So you don't necessarily need to purchase the test if you don't want to. But you have the ability to test your hormones to get a clearer picture of your baseline hormonal health. And we're able to really help arm you with that information about your body. And then, from there, beyond just that information from that data set, you have access to empathetic coaching from medical experts. All of our care coaches are registered nurses. So you do have that expert at your fingertips who's there to really steer and guide you every step of the way. And that was something that I actually felt was missing from my own experience when navigating my own symptoms pre-Noula. I found myself running these tests [chuckles] on my own, like ordering tests online trying to figure out what was going on. And just kind of hit this wall where I said to myself, I don't know how to interpret these. I don't know what to do with these. I don't know how to talk to my doctor about this. What do I do? VICTORIA: That's so interesting. And I heard you mentioned empathy a few times and how important that is. Would you say that's one of your core values that you bring into founding a company like this? NOELLE: Oh yeah, absolutely, absolutely. So I actually studied to become a doula. And so some of the pillars that we were trained in were really supporting our clients in these four primary pillars: ensuring that we can support them with physical support, emotional support, informational support, and advocacy. So really, those four pillars together have really steered us to create this foundation of empathetic care. And so that is truly integral to our brand and who we are, how we deliver that care, and also in such an inclusive and culturally competent way. VICTORIA: It sounds really important what you mentioned; building an app requires a lot of trust to be able to give you your data and trust that the results that you're getting are helpful. So I really love that that's a part of your core value that you bring to the organization too. NOELLE: Yeah, I think it was something that was really important to us from the very beginning, especially because we are a BIPOC and queer-co-founded company. It's rare that we see ourselves in the ecosystem, not just as founders [chuckles] but even just in how care is designed for us. So we wanted to ensure that we were creating this space where everyone can see themselves. And it's been so reassuring to hear from members and even just folks who find Noula on their own that they finally feel like they're seen and heard as an individual with Noula. VICTORIA: Well, that might be the answer to my next question, which is what keeps you going, and what's the wind in your sails that keeps you pressing forward with this? NOELLE: [chuckles] It's definitely that I think being able to hear from our members how Noula has helped change their life, even it is just a little bit where they feel more confident, where they feel supported, and they don't feel alone means everything to us. And the other piece is I feel incredibly proud when members have actually tuned in to listen to their bodies. And despite their experience feeling brushed off in the traditional healthcare setting, they really listen to themselves and turn to Noula. And there have been cases where we help support these folks to the point where because of Noula (One member is actually popping up in my head specifically.), they were able to find that they had a hereditary thyroid condition before it worsened because of Noula. And so that in itself was so powerful because their experience in the clinic was very much more like, well, no wonder you're fatigued and no wonder you have brain fog. You have a baby; what do you expect? VICTORIA: Oh, I love that; what a powerful message. And I think that speaks to the power of having systems in place that are designed with those people in mind. NOELLE: 100% yes. Mid-Roll Ad: When starting a new project, we understand that you want to make the right choices in technology, features, and investment but that you don't have all year to do extended research. In just a few weeks, thoughtbot's Discovery Sprints deliver a user-centered product journey, a clickable prototype or Proof of Concept, and key market insights from focused user research. We'll help you to identify the primary user flow, decide which framework should be used to bring it to life, and set a firm estimate on future development efforts. Maximize impact and minimize risk with a validated roadmap for your new product. Get started at: tbot.io/sprint VICTORIA: So what does success look like in the immediate future and in the longer term for Noula? NOELLE: I think today, our success is very much qualitative. I think with health, especially digital health, it's a long game. And so today, we're measuring success by those member stories, by hearing from them that, again, this is a place where they finally feel empowered in their health. They have the tools that they need to unlock the best version of themselves so that they can get the care that they envision on their terms. So really, just through that qualitative piece. Patient satisfaction is another huge factor as well. We supercharge our algorithm based on the identified and pooled hormonal health data so that we can continue providing tailored recommendations that are personalized to each user. So in my example, my Noula experience might say, okay, we know that Noelle is a Latina woman who has PCOS. Other people who might have had similar symptoms to her have found these recommendations or tracking these symptoms to be really helpful for them, and so that's something that I would try. And so really just, again, creating a space where you're not alone is huge. And so that's where we really lean into the qualitative piece. And as we grow, we also incorporate the quantitative success metrics as well. So how are we measuring impact in terms of health outcomes so that we can also just inform the system to deliver better care? Because, I mean, there's just so much unknown about the female body specifically. It wasn't until 1993 that women were even required to be a part of a clinical study. So there's just a lot of gray area that needs to be addressed to deliver better health outcomes overall, especially when health outcomes amongst women in the U.S. is so poor. VICTORIA: And as a woman in the U.S. who has hormones, I 100% get the value and the potential for an app like this. Have you had that same positive reaction from investors or from other people who are looking to join your group? NOELLE: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. I mean, the investors who really understand it and get it, unfortunately, do because either they or someone they loved has been impacted by a hormonal imbalance or by being dismissed in the traditional healthcare settings. So similar to how the Noula team and our members have been unified by these experiences, we find that outside as well with investors. What makes me really proud, too, is connecting with clinicians. Like, our Medical Director, Dr. Marieme Mbaye, who is a highly rated physician in New York City, turned away from practicing medicine to join Noula because she even felt like her hands were tied behind her back with the type of care she can deliver. And so it's always incredibly reassuring when we hear from clinicians that this is why care should be designed to really proactively look out for groups of people who are often overlooked, which, sadly, tend to be women and people of color. VICTORIA: Right, almost like it was designed that way in the system. [laughter] NOELLE: Yep. VICTORIA: That's great. I'm glad that other people are seeing that benefit. And what hurdles do you see on the road ahead for where you're going with Noula? NOELLE: As we are bringing on members, the more that we've built this trust with our member base, the more they want from us [laughs] in terms of us truly just being their end-to-end care delivery partner, and we would love to get there. But as a very early-stage company, we have to build things quickly but one thing at a time. So oftentimes, I feel like, okay, we have this huge leap to make to deliver the care that our members are asking for, and so it's a blessing and a curse where they're like, "We love this so much. Can you be my doctor? I don't want to go to another doctor." Or, "Can I get this through you and only you, or do I need to go somewhere else?" VICTORIA: Well, that must be a great feeling to have. But also staying focused, like you mentioned, would be a challenge, and being able to get done within your capabilities. But it's funny because I think there's a huge demand in this market [laughs] that we've had similar kind of demand for other women's health-focused products or people with uteruses too. Clearly, something is broken. [laughs] So you've got a lot of great work you want to get done. Is there anything really already planned in your roadmap that you're super excited about? NOELLE: Yeah. And we'll be rolling out insurance-covered telehealth appointments very soon, so that's one thing that I'm particularly just incredibly excited about because I think it does...how we got to delivering that was through the feedback from our members. And so I think that, in turn, will allow us to take one step closer to truly being that healthcare delivery partner for all members on all those levels. Very, very excited about that because it very much aligns with our mission to deliver accessible and equitable care. VICTORIA: Yeah, that's a huge capability, and especially considering in some areas, there just might not be access to doctors or hospitals that you can go to in person, so... NOELLE: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. I mean, only 50% of U.S. counties have access to OBGYNs and with the average appointment length only being 15 minutes. Like, again, physicians have their hands tied behind their backs because that means per OBGYN, they're managing about 3,500 patients, which just isn't feasible or scalable. VICTORIA: Wow. Yeah, that's a lot of patients. [laughs] Well, I want to go back to some folks that you mentioned earlier on your team and just tell me about how it all started coming together with building your team at Noula. NOELLE: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. So my co-founder and CTO, her name is Suzie Grange. She is an absolutely wonderful, brilliant engineer. Her and I actually worked together at our previous employer company called Maven Clinic. So at Maven Clinic, I was responsible for helping lead sales and business development through some growth milestones. And Suzie was the founding engineer over at Maven. So she was there for the long haul, for over seven years. And so she had left Maven before I did. And once I took the leap into building Noula full-time, her and I reconnected, and we welcomed her to the team as a co-founder and CTO last year, which has been so instrumental to how we've built our product to date. We actually [laughs] ran into fun challenges many startups will where we've had to recently rebuild our entire tech stack and truly couldn't have done this without her and our back-end engineer as well. And so she's just been incredible. And then we also brought on our medical director, as I shared, Dr. Marieme Mbaye, who was a practicing OBGYN based out of Brooklyn, New York City. And she has also had experience advising for women's health startups like Natalist to Frame Fertility and others. VICTORIA: Got it. So you found your technical co-founder, or you maybe already started together and then got the technical expertise there. You mentioned taking the leap to do Noula full-time. What was that decision like for you emotionally? NOELLE: It was a really big decision, and it was also a very vulnerable decision on my part. And so I'm going to open up about this because I think it's important to also recognize that this is a scary decision for all founders to make. When I was dealing with these chronic symptoms, that was back in 2019, so this was before I joined Maven Clinic. And I knew I wanted to build something to change the system. But I thought the best way to ensure what I was going to build were to be successful was to contribute to a company, learn as much as I could, fail fast, fail forward. So I joined Maven. I was there for almost two years, and that experience alone was instrumental. But ultimately, what really drove me to make the leap and place this blind faith in myself and just jump into this unknown abyss was after another health scare. I promise you I'm healthy. But I went through...in early 2021, I had a massive seizure in my sleep, and I was hospitalized where they thought I had a brain tumor. And I just remember sitting in the ambulance. And this was during COVID, so I had to go alone. I was hospitalized alone. And I remember sitting in the ambulance, and I don't know why this sticks with me so much, but I remember seeing the light of the street lamp, and I was just looking at it. And I thought I'm not ready to leave the earth without making an impact here. And so I told myself, I was like, if I make it out of this alive, I'm going to do whatever it takes to change healthcare and make the impact that I want. And so I did just that. I'm okay. I don't have a brain tumor, thank goodness. And I trusted myself trusted that the conversations that I had with friends, family, and other people who shared those experiences with me would serve as our lighthouse to building an incredibly impactful product that would reshape the future of health for good. VICTORIA: Oh, that's incredible that you had that experience that made you think about what really mattered and what you wanted to do with the rest of your time. It sounds like you had friends and family to support you along the way with that decision, right? NOELLE: Yeah. And a lot of them didn't get it. To this day, my mom's like, "Don't you want to go to med school or be a nurse?" [laughs] I'm like, "No." [laughs] But yes, absolutely had their support. VICTORIA: Oh, that's wonderful. I mean, I can see that, even if you have a good idea that some people might be like, "Don't you need a job?" [laughter] NOELLE: Exactly. And that's exactly the kind of position I was in. I said, okay, I need to make a game plan. And when I quit Maven, I had joined an accelerator program called Visible Hands, which was designed by POC founders. And for three months, you got a small chunk of money. And I worked backwards, I said, okay, within this three-month period, I need to prove that Noula is a venture backable business. And so I worked backwards with how much savings I had left to continue supporting myself. And that gave me till...so the program started in September, and I had basically saved enough money for myself through end of February, maybe end of March is stretching it, of 2022. And so, I worked backwards from that date and closed an oversubscribed pre-seed round in February. VICTORIA: Wow. NOELLE: So that was really...it was very challenging. I don't think I've...I worked harder in my life than I ever had before. And so yeah, that's really kind of where we're at today. And it made me one of less than 100 Latina women to ever raise a million dollars, which is wild. VICTORIA: Awesome that you were able to do that, and sad that the number is so small. [laughs] NOELLE: I know. And I did the math, and we said, okay, 0.4% of venture dollars go to Latina founders. I need to have 200 meetings just to get one yes. And so I was chasing as many meetings as I could and chasing nos as fast as I could because I thought the sooner I could get a no, the quicker I could move on to the next. VICTORIA: So, really trying to weed out people who just weren't going to be a good fit. [laughs] NOELLE: Right. VICTORIA: That makes sense. But ultimately, you were able to find someone who aligned with you. Was there a checklist or some kind of way that you used to decide if those investors were going to be right for you? NOELLE: Yeah, I think, ultimately, the connection to our mission. At the early stage, they're making a bet too on founder fit, and so I wanted them to, one understand and feel confident in myself as a founder. And so I wanted to see that on the call. And then two, I also wanted to ensure they understood that this was a problem. And so there were some investors where they didn't understand the problem or why anyone would need this. And some of them didn't understand things like what menstruation was, not even kidding. [laughs] I didn't have any...at that point, I was like, I don't have a single check. I had to make the decision, like, this isn't going to be the right partner for me. And so those were kind of my two main criteria, like, do I believe they're going to be the right partner in helping us accelerate just my vision and supporting me as a founder? Do they believe in me and in our vision? And two, do they understand the problem and the impact? VICTORIA: Right, that makes sense. So then that kind of empowers you to continue doing the work that you know you should be doing. NOELLE: Right. VICTORIA: Well, I wanted to ask you a little bit more about TikTok too, and how you used social media to raise your brand awareness. NOELLE: [laughs] So, our TikTok strategy, I'm embarrassed at how long it took me to make our very first TikTok [laughs] because I probably spent way too much time trying to figure it out. But our TikTok strategy really aligns with our brand strategies. Our core pillars in terms of that really come down to leading with empathy, so showcasing real, raw, authentic stories from real people. So we can show, like, you are not alone in this. And then two, educational pieces as well. So we have a series called Dear Noula where anyone can write in anonymous questions to Noula. And our medical director, Dr. Marieme Mbaye, will answer those on TikTok. And so, really, what's helped drive the virality in our TikTok strategy is the marriage of that approach where one of our most viral TikToks is one of me with my ultrasound behind me. And then another one that's very educational based around what your vaginal discharge might be telling you. And so there's that blended approach to just, again, showing those real stories with digestible educational bits of content has really helped us build that brand awareness and also just the trust in our brand as well. VICTORIA: That's great. And I think that's something that a lot of startups might be thinking about marketing-wise. Like, how do they use those types of tools to really connect with people? And I like the approach that you've taken with being educational and with being very real, [laughs] which makes sense. Okay, so we asked about what your biggest challenges were on the horizon. What do you think are the biggest opportunities that you could potentially take on at Noula in the next six months to a year? NOELLE: What I'm particularly very excited about with Noula is our ability to adapt with users over time. So what we often see with a lot of digital health solutions, especially in women's health, is they tend to be very stage-specific. You use this product for fertility-related stuff, this one for pregnancy-related stuff, this for postpartum-related stuff, or STIs, for example. So they tend to be very specific. And what I'm particularly eager to showcase is truly how Noula is designed to adapt with those folks over time, so from menstruation through menopause. And the more that you use Noula, the longer you use Noula, the more customized insights you'll have about your unique body to inform providers to deliver that individualized care. So truly, the thing I'm looking forward to most is time, seeing how Noula can truly fit patients' lives versus the other way around. And also being in a position where our solution isn't tied to just a reproductive stage. It's truly encompassing our whole health beyond just reproductive organs but taking into account genetics, lifestyle, environment, stress, sleep, nutrition, et cetera. VICTORIA: That's very cool. So kind of expanding into even more tailored patient data and services that you can provide over time. NOELLE: Yeah, and, I mean, this is information that most people's doctors don't have access to. VICTORIA: Yeah, I could see that. And, I mean, anyone who's used a menstrual tracking app you can predict things based on the longer time period you've been tracking it, right? NOELLE: Exactly, exactly. VICTORIA: That's very cool. I'm excited to see it come out. And I think by the time this podcast airs; you'll have launched a new product. Is that right? NOELLE: Yeah. So by the time this podcast launches, we'll be completely launched. I will have the app and care coaching available for anyone to use, sign up for, and it's really, really exciting stuff on the horizon. VICTORIA: That's super cool. Well, my last question for you is if you could go back in time to when you first started Noula, what advice would you give yourself? NOELLE: I tend to be a perfectionist. So I'd say just ship faster; don't chase perfection because things are going to change. I learned that from the beta itself, where we spent time building this product that we wanted to be so perfect. And again, [chuckle] what we learned was that the initial cohort of users who we thought would be our biggest advocates and earliest adopters of Noula was not true. And so being okay with your first iteration as being imperfect is okay. Some of the best advice I actually got after we launched our beta was that if you're not embarrassed by your MVP, you launched too late. VICTORIA: [laughs] That's really funny. It should be kind of awkward, right? NOELLE: Yeah. Isn't that great? [laughs] VICTORIA: That's really good. [laughs] NOELLE: I wish I had heard this before. I [laughs] spent so much time trying to perfect this to the T. [laughs] VICTORIA: I think we're going to maybe print out a banner that says that and hang it behind [laughter] our screens or something. Yeah, I love that. And I love just how much went into the customer discovery and how you were flexible to change your hypothesis for what was going to work for people based on that. NOELLE: Yeah. And I think one thing that really helped, too, just honestly from my sales background, was I was very mindful of not leading a horse to water when doing customer discovery. So I think often we hear that, you know, we ask very pointed questions to try to lead folks to say, "Yes, I would use your product," or, "Yeah, that sounds useful." I purposely asked very open-ended questions like, "Walk me through your experience navigating your health," and just listened. And that allowed me to find patterns across the number of conversations that I had that ultimately led us to build the beta in our product that you see today is through those very open-ended questions and hearing from users themselves as far as what they thought was missing versus me saying, "If we build this feature, would you use it?" VICTORIA: That's very cool. And I learned a lot just from taking the quiz on your website. [laughs] NOELLE: Oh, awesome. [laughs] VICTORIA: So I'm really excited to see what you all come up with next. Are there any final takeaways or thoughts you want to leave for our listeners today? NOELLE: We'd love to hear about your experience using Noula. So you can use Noula free for a limited time. We're offering 30 days of free care coaching for anyone that signs up and discounted access to the hormone testing. So just really excited to share with the world because it's about damn time we get the care that we deserve. VICTORIA: Absolutely. Thank you so much for joining us today. And you can subscribe to the show and find notes along with a complete transcript of this episode at giantrobots.fm. If you have questions or comments, email us at hosts@giantrobots.fm. And you can find me on Twitter @victori_ousg. This podcast is brought to you by thoughtbot and produced and edited by Mandy Moore. 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Today we are dipping back into The Bitch Fix vault for a throwback to a classic episode. This was too good not to be highlighted another time. If you missed it the first go around, do yourself a favour and check it out now.Do you think of your period as a curse? I did for years before I learned that my hormones were out of whack . . . and how to fix them. Now I'm able to live in harmony with my hormones instead of fighting a monthly battle! What would that be like for you? ____ Ready to hop off the hormonal rollercoaster for good?

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In this episode, Angelique Panagos, a nutritional therapist from the UK, joins the show to chat about the topics of hormones, digestion, and blood sugar health. Angelique shares that blood sugar is the cornerstone of her work as it significantly impacts energy levels, hormonal symptoms, mental clarity, and overall quality of life. She emphasizes the importance of balancing blood sugar levels to help reverse hormonal conditions and improve people's quality of life. This episode provides valuable insights into the role of nutrition in promoting overall health and wellness. Tune in for a conversation about the benefits of functional medicine and how it can help clients effectively manage various health conditions.Balancing Blood Sugar LevelsMaintaining balanced blood sugar levels is essential for optimal health and well-being. Nutritional therapist Angelique Panagos believes that balancing blood sugar levels is the cornerstone of her work and is vital for improving people's quality of life. When our blood sugar levels become unbalanced, it can lead to various issues, from hormonal imbalances and digestive problems to poor mental clarity and low energy. When working with clients, Angelique analyzes their diets for refined carbohydrates, sugary foods, long periods without eating, and caffeine. She also requests a food and mood diary to understand their eating habits and mood changes. Nutritional therapists can help identify imbalances and create a plan to achieve balanced blood sugar levels, emphasizing the importance of paying attention to our diets.Reduce Stress and Eat BetterOne of the most common mistakes that can lead to poor blood sugar levels is eating desserts for breakfast. Clever marketing has tricked many people, making identifying healthy food choices difficult. Eating processed foods and sugary snacks can also lead to poor blood sugar levels. Modern life often causes stress, which can harm our health and affect our blood sugar levels. To minimize stress, taking time for self-care is crucial, along with being mindful of our diets. Practicing self-care and eating a balanced diet can improve our overall health and well-being.Make Lifestyle Changes To Balance HormonesOne of the most important things we can do to improve our health is to make lifestyle changes to balance our hormones. Hormones are crucial for our overall health and well-being, and when they are out of balance, they can significantly impact our physical and mental health.Hormonal imbalances can affect stress hormones, sex hormones, and thyroid hormones, causing various symptoms such as tiredness, irritability, and hair loss. To balance hormones, we need lifestyle changes such as reducing stress, eating a balanced diet, and practicing self-care. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness can help reduce stress.Key Takeaways[00:01:10] Importance of blood sugar health.[00:05:17] Dessert for breakfast.[00:07:27] Deceptive marketing of "healthy" foods.[00:10:38] Sugar and hormone balance.[00:14:21] Hormones and stress interplay.[00:18:00] Hormonal effects on health.[00:21:44] Changing diet for PCOS.[00:25:13] PCOS and sugar addiction.[00:29:18] Hormonal balance and diet.[00:33:32] Food industry's social responsibility.ResourcesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/angeliquepanagosEnergy Masterclass: https://angeliquepanagos.lpages.co/energy-masterclass/Twitter: https://twitter.com/apnutritionThe Balance Plan: https://www.amazon.com/Balance-Plan-Optimize-Hormonal-Health/dp/1912023040YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpDBzJwNoPCfuI6rlfOc6bwLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeliquepanagos/ Support the show

Are you overwhelmed by the number of birth control options available and wondering which one is right for you? Are you confused about the safety of various contraceptives? Confused about whether to use the Pill or another contraceptive method for PCOS, endometriosis, acne, or another hormonal condition?   There's no denying that it can be daunting. With so much confusing and contradictory information out there, how can we separate facts from fiction to make an informed decision? Fear not: In today's episode, I share my 35+ years of experience and research on birth control methods from my vantage point as a midwife and MD who appreciates the range of options available to us to take control of our reproductive lives. I dive into the pros and cons of common forms of contraception, the safest, most effective, and most convenient methods, and, importantly, how to pick the method that best suits your unique, personal needs at this time in your life. No judgement, no fearmongering—just good, honest information. I jam about: The various methods of birth control available from the Pill to IUDs, condoms, fertility awareness, and more. The pros, cons, safety issues, and comparative efficacy of these various methods My thoughts on the Pill as a physician —and when I prescribe it How to choose birth control based on your current needs—and what to take into consideration Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in to your body, yourself, and this podcast! Please share the love by sending this to someone in your life who could benefit from the kinds of things we talk about in this space. Make sure to follow your host on Instagram @dr.avivaromm and go to avivaromm.com to join the conversation.

Hormonal health can be impacted by a variety of factors, such as stress, sleep, exercise and diet. In this episode, Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, LD, also known as “The Hormone Dietitian,” and host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN dive into root causes of hormone imbalances and share diet and lifestyle tips to help restore hormone balance. In this episode we'll cover: (3:13) The role of hormones in women's health (5:46) Types of hormone imbalances (7:10) How to tell if an issue is related to hormones (10:07) Root causes of hormone imbalance, such as hormone disrupting chemicals (23:10) Diet & lifestyle tips for hormone balance (33:09) Functional hormone testing (37:36) Importance of sleep Melissa Groves Azzaro is an award-winning integrative and functional registered dietitian and owner of The Hormone Dietitian, a virtual private practice specializing in women's health and hormone issues. In her private practice, she uses a functional medicine, food-first approach that combines holistic lifestyle changes with evidence-based medicine. She is the host of the podcast Hormonally Yours with The Hormone Dietitian and author of the cookbook, A Balanced Approach to PCOS. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition/Dietetics from The University of New Hampshire. For show notes, transcripts, and to learn more about host Mary Purdy, MS, RDN, visit http://healthcare.orgain.com/podcast/episodes/listen/season/3/episode/25. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast so you never miss a new episode! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice. The material discussed on this podcast, and displayed on the associated webpage, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health regimen.

I was so inspired by today's guest, Ali Zuur-Arnerich and our conversation. Ali is a Women's Health, Insulin Resistance, Functional Breathwork coach and helps women of all ages to balance their blood sugar in order to feel like the most vibrant verion of themselves and in turn balance their hormones!! "Dysregulated blood sugar leads to insulin resistance which in turn causes brain fog, belly fat, arterial damage, premature aging and is associated with the 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in this country. Not to mention the negative impact on hormone function that affects fertility, perimenopause/menopause symptoms as well as men's sexual health. This is totally preventable through the lifestyle medicine, nervous system regulation and nutrition shifts you will learn over the course of the Reset. " Ali Zuur-ArnerichIn this amazing epside, Ali gives all kinds of tips for women's health from how much protein you need to thrive, to what you should be doing to sleep better, to how to calm down and why it matters so much!!Follow Ali: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithali/Ali's Reset She Mentions: https://www.wellnesswithali.com/sales-page-ba49b157-8675-4451-aa40-7581854f8d18Work With Ali: wellnesswithali.comFollow Me: https://www.instagram.com/taylor_lovee/

Dr. Robert Kiltz is the Founder and Director of CNY Fertility, one of the largest and most innovative fertility practices in the USA. Over more than two decades of helping families grow, Dr. Kiltz has developed cutting-edge approaches to fertility grounded in Western medicine and supported by practices of holistic medicine. His philosophy is to treat the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. As a carnivore himself, Dr. Kiltz is a thought leader in the keto/carnivore movement and believes that an animal-based diet dramatically improves mental clarity, fertility, and health, empowering people to live their best lives. This episode focuses on fertility and is designed to be a guide to falling pregnant and having a successful pregnancy as well as a healthy baby. Share this episode with anyone you know who is pregnant or looking to fall pregnant. Dr, Kiltz is a rockstar of the carnivore movement giving people simple advice in an entertaining and thoughtful way. 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Welcome to The Shift expert series with naturopath, nutritionist and author Katherine Maslen as she explores the state of human health, the dysfunction of the health industry and provides people with the tools, knowledge and understanding to make the shift in their lives.  In the expert series of The Shift, Katherine explores deeper conversations with the world leaders featured in Season Two, the investigative Docu-Series on Women's Health. If you want to make the shift towards more informed decisions regarding better health, then this podcast is for you. Alisa Vitti is a women's hormone and functional nutrition expert and pioneer in female biohacking and femtech. Her company, FLO Living, is changing the narrative for women's hormonal and menstrual healthcare. Through its digital programs, telehealth coaching, and supplements, women everywhere can naturally treat their hormonal issues like PCOS, PMS, Infertility, and Perimenopause. Vitti believes that it's long overdue for an end to women's unnecessary hormonal suffering. She is also the creator of the MyFLO Period Tracker app – helping you have a better period the more you use it. It is consistently ranked in the top 10 of paid apps in the highly competitive health and fitness category on iTunes. She is passionate about ending the long-standing gender bias that excludes women from medical, fitness, and nutrition research. She is also dedicated to improving workplace equality for women by increasing biological rhythm sensitivity and awareness. Vitti is invited regularly to train teams on how to use her Cycle Syncing Method(TM) for greater creativity, productivity, and wellbeing at work. In this episode Katherine and Alisa Viiti explore: Why womens health is so important What culture teaches young women about their bodies Exploring what a healthy menstrual cycle looks like The infradian rhythm and the role it plays in the lives of women The link between the menstrual cycle and weightloss Women's sexual health and the health benefits of orgasms Advice for women having trouble with orgasm   Links: Website Instagram FloLiving Instagram In The Flo Book Facebook LinkedIn The Shift Season 1