Hanah Mills interviews fellow Sports Dietitian, Taylor Ryan, about the critical issue of hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) among athletes. The conversation explores the common problem of under-fueling, the various health & performance related implications associated with HA, and what measures you can take to start resolving this.

(0:00) - Introduction to Taylor Ryan

(1:36) - Why Is Underfueling So Common in Athletes

(4:03) - What Is HA & the Different Types?

(8:30) - Causes & the Role of Stress

(12:29) - Signs, Symptoms & Negative Health Effects

(22:51) - Osteopenia Concerns

(25:50) - Cardiovascular Health

(29:53) - Mental Health

(32:56) - Performance Detriments

(35:08) - Resolving HA Thorugh Nutrition & How to Navigate Fear of Weight Gain

(41:44) - The Role of Healthy Fats

(45:36) - Benefits of Seeing a Psychologist in the Process

(47:18) - Is It Possible to Fully Recover From HA & Maintian High Athletic Performance?

(48:06) - How Can Coaches and Teamates Help Manage This?

(50:25) - Common Misconceptions

(53:43) - FInal Notes

Taylor Ryan: @the_sportsdietitian

Hanah Mills: @hanahmills