In this episode, Tina sits down with Heather Florio, second-generation owner and CEO of Desert Harvest, to explore the complexities of interstitial cystitis (IC) and its impact on women’s health and daily lives. She delves into why pelvic pain is so common yet often underdiagnosed, and how aloe vera can provide relief for IC and other chronic conditions. The conversation also covers the crucial role of diet and lifestyle in managing pelvic pain and bladder health, as well as why interstitial cystitis is so often misunderstood. Finally, Heather emphasizes the importance of women advocating for better treatment and care.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- What is interstitial cystitis, and how does it affect women’s health and daily lives?

- Why is pelvic pain so common yet often underdiagnosed in women?

- How can aloe vera help with interstitial cystitis and other chronic conditions?

- What role do diet and lifestyle play in managing pelvic pain and bladder health?

- Why is interstitial cystitis misunderstood, and how can women advocate for better treatment?

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About Tina Haupert:

Tina Haupert is the owner of Carrots ‘N’ Cake as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P).

Tina and her team use functional testing and a personalized approach to nutrition to help women find balance within their diets while achieving their body composition goals.

Connect with Heather Florio:

www.desertharvest.com

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-florio-468822a4

About Heather Florio:

Heather Florio, second-generation owner and CEO of Desert Harvest, leads the company in innovating sustainable solutions in pelvic and sexual health. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Wellness by Authority Magazine and featured in Forbes as a top woman in business, Heather’s expertise as a pelvic health specialist and "Sexpert" has been shared across various platforms, panels, and conferences, globally.

For nearly 30 years, Desert Harvest has championed change in sexual and pelvic healthcare through medical research and product innovation. Heather's passion lies in educating and developing solutions for chronic pelvic health issues, supporting those who are often underrepresented and suffering in silence.