As we continue to work through the foundations for season 5, we have an important topic this week: digestion! Many women struggle with their digestion whether that be bloating, constipation, loose stools, reflux, etc. A lot of our digestive struggles come back to our body’s inability to produce optimal digestive juices and enzymes because a lot of us are living in a constantly stressed state or have lived in one in the past.  In this episode, I am going to break down exactly how our bodies digest our food and how you can support your own digestion right now at home. If you want to learn more about how to specifically support constipation and loose stools, make sure you join my Patreon at patreon.com/hormonehealingrd. I go into specific things you can do for those two digestive issues in the bonus episode.  As always, this podcast episode is not medical advice. Please talk with your provider before making any changes to your nutrition, lifestyle, or supplements. 

This episode covers:How our body digests foodTapping into your vagus nerve for relaxationHow digestive bitters work to support digestion and overall gut healthBenefits of apple cider vinegar on digestion and overall healthFree Healthy Period Starter Guide: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/ab86b6faf2  Connect with Me: 
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How To Have Healthy Digestion

Welcome to the Are You Menstrual Podcast with your host, Amanda, a women’s health dietitian. In this podcast, Amanda helps you navigate the confusing world of women’s hormones and teach you how to have healthy periods. Each week will be diving into a different topic on women’s health and sharing our perspective using nutrition, female physiology, and metabolic health. The goal is to help you wade through conflicting health information and empower you on your healing journey. We hope you enjoy it! Website:&nbsp;https://www.hormonehealingrd.com

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In this episode, I am joined by Carrie Bennett, to teach you about light, circadian rhythm, and how these impact your hormones. As a college athlete, supposedly at the pinnacle of health, Carrie began suffering chronic joint issues and insomnia. After her first child was born, she developed debilitating stomach pain, adrenal fatigue, and brain fog. Armed with a BS in Biology, an MS in Nutrition, and certifications as a personal trainer, massage therapist, and breathing coach, she still couldn't find the root of her issues. That's when she found quantum biology. Now, as an online educator, clinician, and faculty member of the Quantum Biology Collective, Carrie's mission is to teach her clients how to create a healing environment by applying quantum health strategies around light, water, electrons, and mitochondrial support. Given these tools, clients who have spent years trying to improve their health—just as Carrie did—finally experience powerful healing and lasting benefits. As always, everything shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. We encourage you to do your own research and talk with your healthcare provider to figure out what’s best for you.  
What we cover:Why circadian rhythm is important for our health, especially hormonesHow our light exposure impacts circadian rhythmHow to optimize our CR in the modern worldHealthy light exposure and support CR during the winter monthsThyroid Mineral Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/e5aa246b68 Connect with Carrie: Website: https://www.carriebwellness.com/  Online Courses: https://www.carriebwellness.com/store  Online Community: https://www.carriebwellness.com/community  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carriebwellness/  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@carriebwellness  Quantum Biology Certification Course for Practitioners: https://www.appliedquantumbiology.com/institute-of-applied-quantum-biology?affiliate_id=3816502 Free circadian start kit: https://www.carriebwellness.com/start 
Connect with Me:  My Favorite Paleovalley Products: www.paleovalley.com/hormonehealingrd    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd  Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723  Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd  Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

Light, Your Circadian Rhythm, & Your Hormones with Carrie Bennett

In this episode, I am interviewing Michelle Shapiro, an integrative functional registered dietitian who's going to unravel the confusion that often surrounds reflux treatment. We'll explore why conventional medicine's approach to reflux may not always be in your stomach's best interest, and why you may sometimes need to fuel the fire. Michelle helps us understand the contributing factors of reflux symptoms – ranging from a burning throat and chest pain to that nagging feeling of hunger paired with nausea. Michelle also cautions about supplements and touches on the complex relationship between pregnancy, hiatal hernias, and how managing stress and histamine levels plays a vital role in your health.

 If you've ever wondered about the connection between stress, your thyroid, and the importance of listening to your body – you won't want to miss this episode. We also have a special Q&A; waiting for you over at patreon.com/hormonehealingrd.

 As always, this episode is for informational purposes only.  Please talk with your healthcare provider to figure out what's best for you. 

 This episode covers:Common symptoms of acid refluxCauses of high and low stomach acid levelsConnection between histamines, stomach acid, and acid-reducing drugsThe impact of pregnancy on reflux and histamine intoleranceStrategies for reflux relief and dietary managementThyroid Mineral Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/e5aa246b68 Connect with Michelle: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/  Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/  Quiet The Diet Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quiet-the-diet/id1663088026

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The Root Cause of Reflux with Michelle Shapiro, RD

In this episode, I am breaking down important minerals to prioritize for children and answering questions I got from this community on specific scenarios like what to do when a child is dairy free, important considerations for eczema, and so much more! If you’d like access to the bonus episode that shares more resources and specifics on hair testing and kids, you can join me on patreon.com/hormonehealingrd. As always, everything shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. I encourage you to do your own research and talk with your healthcare provider to figure out what’s best for you. 

 This episode covers:Mineral rich nutrition for babies, toddlers, and kids Minerals and gut health and kids Probiotics or fermented foods for supplements HTMA and stool testing with babies, toddlers, and kids 
Minerals 101 Guide: https://hormonehealingrd.com/opt-in/mineral-101-freebie-pc/ 
Connect with Me:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd  Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723  Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd  Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

Minerals Supportive Nutrition For Kids

I am interviewing my friend and colleague, Amy Slater. Amy's journey of self-discovery began with the birth of her first set of twins. Embracing motherhood brought about a massive shift in her persona marking a significant turning point in her life, guiding her on a path that led to significant transformation.  Amy hopes that her story can inspire others to make positive changes in their own lives. This episode is for informational purposes only. Please talk with your healthcare provider before making any nutrition or lifestyle changes. 

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Resources mentioned:Website to find local farmsCook Once Dinner Fix and Cook Once Eat All Week Are You What You Eat? BookMom struggles: TruthsLunchtime for kids: Pack in the nutrientsTwin mom tips and solutionsReal, Nutrient Dense Food Snack Time SystemReal Food Choice: The power of knowledgeMommy Hack: Make the most of your time in the kitchen (3 recipes)Feeding Kids: A massive job that is 100% necessaryLet’s talk about the WHYS!Essential Mom Movement Strength SeriesMy Stress Cascade Building Kids Health with Food Setting up a healing environment blogSimple recipe postJoin Amy’s newsletter

Building Resilience In Motherhood with Amy Slater

In this episode, I am covering how to use hair tissue mineral analysis or HTMA to assess your stress. This is one of the most valuable parts of the test, in my opinion. You get to understand what stage of stress you are in and why you may or may not be handling stress well. For most people, it is a big eye opener and something that can finally lead to confronting your stress and making lifestyle changes. If you are interested in how you can learn more about your thyroid from an HTMA, please listen to the previous episode where I covered this in detail.  As always, this episode is for informational purposes only. Please talk with your healthcare provider before making any changes.

 This episode covers:The difference between high and low mineral levelsThree stages of stress and how to identify them on an HTMAHow sodium and magnesium levels are helpful for understanding your stressTwo key ratios, and what a high or low ratio means on an HTMAMineral Quiz: https://hormonehealingrd.com/guides-support/mineral-quiz/ Connect with Me:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hormonehealingrd  Free Thyroid Training: https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/bc89ec6723  Feminine Periodical (monthly newsletter): https://hormonehealingrd.ck.page/d0317056cd  Master Your Minerals course: https://www.hormonehealingrd.com/master-your-minerals-course

How To Have Healthy Digestion

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