Today, hosts Tiffany and Katja discuss current research on female hormones, the immune system, and exercise. Both the female hormones as well as the immune function are intricate systems – bringing them together adds even more complexity! In this episode, we try to boil down the immune system and inflammatory response and explore recent research that sheds light on the relationship between the menstrual cycle, immune responses and exercise. We also discuss the nuances of inflammatory processes, individualised responses, and potential implications for peri- and post-menopause.

Listen in as we talk about the influence of female hormones on immune processes and share why inner wisdom is an important part of understanding our bodies better.

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Show Notes:

• Disclaimer – complexity of the immune system and menstrual cycle research [1:52]
• Inflammation and the immune system – bird’s eye view [4:18]
• Influence of female hormones on immune and inflammatory processes [6:47]
• Potential changes in the second phase of the menstrual cycle [14:16]
• Current meta-analysis and systematic review on female hormones and immune function/ inflammation [15:43]
• Relationship with exercise [22:41]
• Current state of menstrual cycle-based training research [29:33]

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Links Mentioned:

• Watch this episode on YouTube
• Female Hormones & Immune System References Doc
• Female Health Yoga Teacher Training
• Menopause Yoga Teacher Training
• Connect with Katja Bartsch:

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