Power Over PMDD

Wondering if acupuncture is right for you?

Dr. Maisam explains why you might want to consider it if you have PMDD.

In this episode, you'll learn:

About the different types of acupuncture

The benefits of acupuncture and the PMDD symptoms it can help alleviate

Research about PMDD and acupuncture

The potential drawbacks of acupuncture

How to find a practitioner

Other things you can do if you don't have access to acupuncture

Links Mentioned:

Free Breathwork Coaching Call

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Episode Show Notes: https://pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/52

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Want to feel more in control of your body and your PMDD symptoms?

In this week’s Power Over PMDD episode, functional nutritionist Laurie Villarreal explains how to use a heart rate variability (HRV) tool to help you better understand your body so that you can make meaningful lifestyle changes that will result in less symptoms.

In this episode, you'll learn:

What heart rate variability (HRV) is

Why using a tool to track HRV can help you understand your body better

How to track your HRV and which tools to use

How knowing your HRV can help you manage stress

Which simple tools and lifestyle changes will help you improve your HRV

HRV research specific to PMDD

Links Mentioned:

Free Breathwork Coaching Call

Laurie's Website

Laurie's Hormone Quiz

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Episode Show Notes: https://pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/51

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In episode 50 I’m talking with Dr. Francesca Medina about premenstrual acne.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The root causes of premenstrual acne

What your poop can tell you about your premenstrual acne

Diet and lifestyle shifts to make if you have acne

Supplements you may find helpful

Tips for finding cleansers and topical treatments without spending tons of money

The #1 mistake people with acne commonly make

Links Mentioned:

Free Breathwork Coaching Call

The Adapt Lab Website

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Episode Show Notes: https://pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/50

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Do you experience debilitating premenstrual or menstrual migraines? If yes, listen in as I interview Dr. Pavlovich all about them and what you can do to prevent them.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The differences between a bad headache and a migraine

What causes premenstrual and menstrual migraines

Typical treatments for premenstrual migraines

How to prevent premenstrual and menstrual migraines

Lifestyle factors that may help reduce migraines

Listener question: Do migraines “scar” the brain?

Links Mentioned:

American Migraine Foundation: Patient Guides

Society for Women’s Health Research: Living Well with Migraines

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In episode 46 I’m talking with Dr. Rice about the Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones aka the DUTCH test. It’s a hormone test typically used by naturopathic or functional practitioners.

If you’ve tried everything and still can’t find answers for your PMDD symptoms, the DUTCH test could help, and Dr. Rice explains how.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN

What the DUTCH test is

How the DUTCH test is different than other lab tests your general doctor might order

Why someone with pmdd may want to consider taking the DUTCH test even though pmdd is not thought to be caused by a hormone imbalance

Lifestyle shifts you can make if you have PMDD

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The DUTCH Website

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In this week’s episode we’re chatting about the IUD and how to determine if its a good choice for you.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN

The mindset shift to make when thinking about potential treatment options

How to begin to tell the difference between your intuition and fear

The pros and cons of the copper and hormonal IUD

And more!

Links Mentioned:

Ep 03: Discover the Best PMDD Treatment for You

Ep 09: PMDD Questions & Answers

Ep 41: Yoga for the Menstrual Cycle with Nina Haley

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Is anxiety one of your most difficult PMDD symptoms?

If yes, this episode is for you. I interviewed Dr. Anjali Kasunich about the root causes of premenstrual anxiety and what you can do about it.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN

The common root causes of premenstrual anxiety

How Dr. Anjali uses testing, herbs, and lifestyle changes to help her patients with severe premenstrual anxiety

What seed cycling is and how to use it for anxiety

A simple practice to use if you have irrational or ruminating thoughts

And so much more!

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Dr. Anjali’s Website

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Episode Show Notes: https://pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/44

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In today's episode we’re taking a look at why you feel stuck during the days before your period.

And we're exploring that feeling, plus anxiety, anger, and depression, through the lens of your nervous system and Polyvagal Theory.

Links Mentioned:

Anti-Anxiety Group Health Coaching program [Now Closed]

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Episode Show Notes: https://pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/43

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Wondering what’s causing or contributing to your pmdd symptoms and what you can do about it? In this episode Camille Freeman breaks it down for us!

Learn more here: pmddhealthcoach.com/podcast/42

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

- Some of the physiological factors associated with pmdd

- Why there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach to treating pmdd

- Herbal options you might want to consider

- General nutrition recommendations for people with pmdd

- How Camille supports patients with pmdd in her practice

- And so much more!

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This week I am taking a break from regular episodes. But if you are planning for the new year and want to make some changes, go check out episodes 40 and 15 for tips on how to start.

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