The Balanced Hormone Solution

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  • Ep. 47 From Burnout to Breakthrough — A Client’s Journey Through BHS (with JoEllen)

    🎙️ In this powerful episode, Tracy sits down with JoEllen—a dedicated teacher, artist, and recent graduate of The Balanced Hormone Solution. JoEllen opens up about her health journey, including a sudden thyroid scare, prolonged fatigue, breast cancer diagnosis, and the life-altering decision to reclaim her health naturally.


    ✨ You’ll hear about:

    • What it felt like to be exhausted every afternoon and stuck in a body that felt like it was falling apart
    • The moment JoEllen said no to estrogen blockers—and yes to taking charge of her health
    • Her life-changing results from functional testing (DUTCH Test, Blue Poo, Gut Zoomer, and DEXA scan)
    • How she rebuilt her energy, healed her gut, balanced her hormones, and learned to nourish her body with intention
    • Why she says investing in BHS was the best decision she’s ever made—and how it’s paying dividends every single day


    💬 Notable Quote:

    “The Balanced Hormone Solution is an investment in your health that pays great dividends in the present and in the future—so you can serve those around you with purpose and dedication while finally taking care of yourself.”


    If you’re a woman 35+ who’s tired of feeling ignored by conventional medicine, overwhelmed by symptoms, or like a stranger in your own body—this conversation will hit home.


    📌 Mentioned in this episode:

    • DUTCH Complete Hormone Test
    • Gut Zoomer + Blue Poop Test
    • CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor)
    • DEXA Scan for bone density and body composition
    • Liver & Gallbladder Cleanse protocol
    • BHS Core Nutrition Plan and Meal Planning Strategy
    • Morning and Evening Routine framework from the BHS Program


    🔥 Ready to feel like yourself again?

    The Balanced Hormone Solution is for women who are done guessing and ready to detox, test, and rebalance—for good.


    💻 Learn more and apply at tracyerinwellness.com


    Let’s connect!


    • 💌 Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode
    • 📱 Share this episode with a friend who needs hope and healing
    • 📸 Follow Tracy on Instagram: @tracyerinwellness
    59 min
  • Ep 46 Cycle Wisdom: What Your Period is Trying to Tell You

    💡 Episode Summary:

    Did you know you can bleed without ovulating?


    This week, we’re digging into one of the most misunderstood aspects of women’s health: your menstrual cycle as your fifth vital sign. Most women have never been taught how to spot the signs of ovulation—or why it matters so much beyond fertility.


    If you’re dealing with heavy periods, mood swings, burnout, or feel like your body is out of sync… this episode will change the game. Because ovulation isn’t optional—it’s essential.


    You’ll learn:

    • Why getting a period doesn’t automatically mean you’re ovulating
    • What anovulatory cycles are—and how they can silently sabotage your health
    • The hormonal benefits of natural ovulation (hello, progesterone!)
    • How to track your cycle and confirm if ovulation is actually happening
    • Why each ovulatory cycle is like a deposit into your long-term health


    Whether you’re still cycling or approaching perimenopause, this episode is a must-listen for any woman who wants to understand her body—not just manage her symptoms.


    🔍 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    • 📥 Free Cycle Tracking PDF – Start decoding your body’s messages 
    • 💖 Learn more about the Balanced Hormone Solution 
    • 🛒 BBT Thermometer I recommend 



    📣 Share this episode if…

    You have a bestie who’s tired of hearing “your labs are normal” while her body feels anything but.

    You’ll be the friend who gives her actual answers.



    ✨ Quote Worth Sharing:

    “Your symptoms aren’t random. They’re messages. Let’s decode them.”



    📲 Connect With Me:

    • IG: @tracyerinwellness
    • TikTok: @tracyerinwellness
    • Website: tracyerinwellness.com


    21 min
  • Ep. 45 The Hormone Hierarchy: Why Fixing Cortisol Changes Everything

    💥 Episode Summary:

    Welcome to the kickoff of our brand-new hormone healing series inside The Balanced Hormone Solution Podcast! In this week’s episode, Tracy breaks down why cortisol—your stress hormone—is the queen bee of the hormone hierarchy and why nothing else in your body will work right until she’s regulated.


    If you’re struggling with:

    • Mood swings, anxiety, or hormone rage
    • Exhaustion during the day and wide-awake nights
    • PMS that takes you out for a whole week
    • Low libido and extra weight that won’t budge no matter what you try…


    Then you’re going to want to hit play. 👇


    🧠 What You’ll Learn:

    ✔️ Why cortisol sits at the top of the hormone chain

    ✔️ The connection between stress, metabolism, and hormone chaos

    ✔️ How high or low cortisol throws off estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, and insulin

    ✔️ Why you can’t “green juice” your way out of burnout

    ✔️ 3 simple, FREE quick wins you can do today to start calming your cortisol



    🔍 Mentioned in This Episode:

    • The story of Sarah, a client who did all the “right” things and still felt terrible—until she addressed her stress response
    • What the research says about cortisol, perceived stress, and its effect on your brain, metabolism, and mood
    • Tracy’s signature method inside The Balanced Hormone Solution and how it’s changing lives from the inside out



    🌱 Quick Wins for Cortisol Support:

    1. Start your morning slow – Get sunlight, hydrate, and ground yourself before jumping into chaos
    2. Eat balanced meals regularly – Prioritize protein, healthy fats, and fibrous carbs within an hour of waking
    3. Give your nervous system a break – Practice the 20-20-20 rule or 2 minutes of deep breathing daily



    💬 Favorite Quote:

    “You are not broken. You’re burned out—and that is fixable.”



    🔗 Resources & Links:

    ✨ Learn more about Tracy’s signature program:

    www.tracyerinwellness.com


    ✨ Connect on Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/tracyerinwellness


    ✨ Leave a review & subscribe so you never miss an episode!



    🎧 Listen + Subscribe


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    🎙️ Search: The Balanced Hormone Solution Podcast


    14 min
  • Ep. 44 Is Your Thyroid Actually Working? What Most Doctors Miss (And What You Need to Know)

    🔍 In This Episode:

    We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood (and under-tested) parts of your hormone health: your thyroid.

    Most doctors run a single marker—TSH—and call it a day. But that is just the tip of the iceberg. If you’ve ever been told “your labs look normal” but you still feel off, tired, puffy, moody, or stuck… this episode is your game-changer.

    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • The difference between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism (and how to read your TSH correctly)

    • Why a “normal” lab result doesn’t mean your thyroid is functioning optimally

    • The 7 key markers I always include in a Complete Thyroid Panel—and why each one matters

    • What can actually go wrong in the thyroid process: from brain signaling to hormone conversion to cell uptake

    • How stress, gut health, and autoimmunity can completely derail your thyroid (and what to do about it)

    • Why the Complete Thyroid + Leptin Blood Panel might be the missing piece in your healing journey


    📥 Grab the Free Download:

    ✅ Thyroid Lab Cheat Sheet: Conventional vs Functional Ranges

    This 2-page guide includes:

    • All 7 essential thyroid markers

    • Conventional vs. optimal ranges

    • What each marker tells you about your body

    Perfect to take to your doctor or use to interpret your own results!


    🔁 Share This Episode

    Know a woman who’s been told her thyroid is “normal” but still feels off?

    🎧 Send her this episode. She deserves answers too.


    📣 Subscribe & Review

    Don’t miss what’s coming next—hit subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with a friend who needs to hear that she’s not broken… she just needs the right tools.


    16 min
  • Ep. 43 How Hot Are You? A Health Temperature Check for Women in Survival Mode

    In today’s episode, we’re turning up the heat—literally. I’m walking you through the Health Temperature Timeline, a powerful tool I use to help women identify exactly where they are in their hormone healing journey.


    From ice cold and hopeless to triple fire and thriving, you’ll learn what each stage looks like, how to recognize where you are, and most importantly, how to move forward. This episode will help you gain deep awareness of your mindset, energy, and hormone reality—so you can stop surviving and start actually feeling like yourself again.


    Get ready for tough love, clarity, and a whole lot of encouragement. 🔥


    🧭 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • What your “health temperature” says about your current state of wellness

    • The 5 phases: Ice Cold, Cold, Lukewarm, Hot, and Triple Fire

    • How to identify the mindset keeping you stuck (and how to shift it)

    • Why your symptoms aren’t random — they’re your body’s language

    • The truth about burnout, hormonal chaos, and what to do next

    • How The Balanced Hormone Solution can help you turn up the heat and start thriving again


    • 🔗 Apply for The Balanced Hormone Solution: tracyerinwellness.com

    • 💬 DM me “🔥BALANCE” on Instagram: @tracyerinwellness

    • 📩 Get a Free Hormone Assessment: Contact Me

    20 min
  • Ep. 42. Why You’re STILL Tired After Sleeping All Night: 4 Hidden Reasons You’re Waking Up Exhausted

    Description:

    You slept 8 hours. You didn’t even wake up once. So WHY do you still feel like you got hit by a truck? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most frustrating (and common) symptoms for women 35+: bone-deep exhaustion—even after “doing everything right.”


    If you’ve been told to just “get more sleep,” but it’s not cutting it, this is your episode. We’re diving into 4 sneaky, root-cause reasons why you’re waking up wiped, and what your body is trying to tell you. (Spoiler: You’re not lazy or broken. You’re just burned out—and that can be fixed.)


    What You’ll Learn:

    ✨ The real reason more sleep isn’t helping your fatigue

    🧠 Why your body might be sleeping—but not resting

    📉 How cortisol, progesterone, liver congestion, and thyroid are wrecking your energy

    🧪 Why the DUTCH Test is your new BFF for figuring this out (no more guessing)

    🌿 Simple tools you can use today to reset your energy and reclaim your mornings


    Tracy’s Favorite Fixes Mentioned:

    • Magnesium glycinate before bed (aka the magic sleep mineral)

    • B vitamins, beef, and bee pollen = adrenal support gold

    • The 2 PM caffeine + sugar cut-off rule

    • Functional liver detoxes (quarterly, ladies!)

    • Saying no to evening wine if you want to feel amazing tomorrow (sorry, not sorry)


    Free Download 🎁

    👉 The 7 Hidden Reasons You’re Still Tired After Sleeping

    This 2-page guide breaks it all down, with targeted supplement suggestions and what to start doing now to actually feel rested. Grab it in the show notes!


    Ready to Stop Guessing & Start Healing?

    Explore The Balanced Hormone Solution, Tracy’s 90-day signature program where you get testing, tools, and a total transformation. Because you’re not broken—you’re just burned out, and we’re gonna fix that.


    🔗 Learn more at tracyerinwellness.com

    22 min
  • Ep. 41 The Hormone Harmony Blueprint – Fix Your Energy, Metabolism & Mood Naturally

    Episode Summary:

    If you’re a woman 35+ feeling exhausted, struggling with stubborn weight gain, and wondering where your libido disappeared to, this episode is for you! In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into how your hormones work together and why fixing your energy, metabolism, and mood isn’t about just one hormone—it’s about the whole system working in harmony.


    I’ll be breaking down the Hormone Harmony Blueprint, the exact method I use to help women go from feeling drained, bloated, and anxious to energized, balanced, and thriving—without prescriptions, guesswork, or trendy nonsense.


    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why hormones are a team sport (spoiler: they don’t work in isolation!)

    • The domino effect of hormone imbalances – how stress, insulin, sex hormones, and thyroid all impact each other

    • The four-step Hormone Harmony Method to rebalance your body naturally

    • Three simple, actionable steps you can start today to bring your hormones back into balance


    Key Takeaways:

    🔹 Step 1: The Stress Connection (Cortisol & Burnout)

    • Chronic stress and poor sleep wreak havoc on cortisol

    • Symptoms: Tired-but-wired feeling, sugar cravings, belly fat, mood swings

    🔹 Step 2: Blood Sugar & Insulin Resistance

    • Cortisol imbalance leads to blood sugar crashes, weight gain, and cravings

    • Unstable insulin levels disrupt your ovaries, cycles, and estrogen balance

    🔹 Step 3: Sex Hormones (Estrogen, Progesterone, & Testosterone)

    • Cortisol & insulin imbalances cause low progesterone & estrogen dominance

    • Symptoms: PMS, anxiety, heavy periods, low libido, irregular cycles

    🔹 Step 4: Thyroid & Metabolism

    • Thyroid dysfunction is often the last domino to fall, triggered by stress, blood sugar issues, and sex hormone imbalances

    • Symptoms: Weight gain, cold hands & feet, brain fog, hair thinning


    💡 The Solution: The 4-Step Hormone Harmony Method

    1. Lifestyle Medicine – Food, movement, sleep, stress management

    2. Transformational Thinking – Shifting limiting beliefs around health & self-care

    3. Detoxification – Liver & gut support to eliminate hormone disruptors

    4. Hormone Balance – Personalized testing, targeted supplements


    🎯 3 Simple Actions to Start Balancing Hormones Today:

    1. Eat within 30 minutes of waking to stabilize cortisol & blood sugar

    2. Reduce screen time before bed to support melatonin & sleep

    3. Prioritize protein at every meal to keep blood sugar stable


    ✨ Bonus Tip: Get outside for morning sunlight to reset your cortisol rhythm!


    Want More Support?

    The Balanced Hormone Solution Program is designed to help you rebalance your hormones with personalized testing, expert guidance, and step-by-step support.


    📩 DM me on Instagram @TracyErinWellness or visit www.tracyerinwellness.com to learn more!


    💛 If you loved this episode, please leave a review & share with a friend! Your support helps more women find real solutions to their hormone struggles.

    10 min
  • Ep 40. Unlocking Attachment Theory with Jen Timmons

    Episode Summary:

    Ever feel stuck in the same patterns, unsure how to break free? In today’s episode, I sit down with Jen Timmons, a Gibson Technique-certified relationship and healing coach, to dive deep into attachment theory and how it shapes our relationships, emotions, and personal growth.


    Jen shares how attachment styles are formed in childhood, why they continue to influence our adult lives, and—most importantly—how to reprogram subconscious patterns to create healthier relationships and emotional freedom. We explore fearful-avoidant, dismissive-avoidant, anxious-preoccupied, and secure attachment styles, how to identify your core wounds, and the key steps to healing and transformation.


    If you’ve ever found yourself overthinking, self-sabotaging, or struggling with relationships, this episode is for you!


    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    ✔️ What attachment theory is and how it impacts your relationships

    ✔️ The four main attachment styles and how they develop

    ✔️ How core wounds shape your self-perception and interactions

    ✔️ Why subconscious programming dictates 97% of your behaviors

    ✔️ The difference between therapy and subconscious reprogramming

    ✔️ How to identify and meet your true needs for lasting emotional freedom

    ✔️ The power of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s meditations in rewiring your mind


    Resources & Links Mentioned:

    🔹 Jen Timmons Contact Info: Email her at [email protected] or follow her in Instagram

    🔹 Find Your Attachment Style: Personal Development School Quiz

    🔹 Dr. Joe Dispenza Meditations & Courses: Official Website

    🔹 Thais Gibson’s Work on Attachment Theory: Personal Development School

    🔹 Book Recommendation: Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza


    Did You Enjoy This Episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to Tracy Erin Talks, leave a review, and share it with a friend! Your support helps more women break free from outdated patterns and step into their best, most balanced selves.

    ✨ Join me on Instagram @tracyerinwellness for more insights and conversations!

    Until next time, remember: true healing begins when you rewrite the beliefs holding you back. 💫

    1 hr 41 min
  • Ep. 39 The Stress-Resilient Women’s Food Guide – What to Eat to Support Your Hormones, Brain, and Energy

    Episode Summary

    In this episode of Tracy Erin Talks, we’re talking about food as fuel for stress resilience—because let’s be honest, modern life is a LOT. If you’re waking up exhausted, snapping at your kids, or feeling like you need caffeine just to function, your nutrition might be working against you. The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your diet overnight—just a few strategic shifts can help your body bounce back from stress, rather than crash under it.

    We’re diving into The Stress-Resilient Women’s Food Guide, breaking down exactly what to eat to stabilize blood sugar, support your adrenal glands, and keep inflammation low—so you can feel energized, focused, and hormonally balanced.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    ✅ Why stress resilience starts with your plate (not just your mindset)

    ✅ How protein is your stress-resilient queen and the best sources to prioritize

    ✅ The healthy fats your hormones crave (spoiler: fat is NOT the enemy)

    ✅ Why fiber is key to mood stability and gut health

    ✅ How to get more magnesium-rich, stress-soothing foods into your day

    ✅ The power of adaptogenic herbs to support stress, energy, and focus

    ✅ What foods to cut back on (without feeling deprived!)

    ✅ The simple formula to build a stress-resilient plate for every meal


    Key Takeaways:

    ✨ Protein first: Start your morning with pasture-raised eggs, wild-caught salmon, grass-fed beef, or organic chicken to stabilize blood sugar and support adrenal function.

    ✨ Fats fuel your hormones: Your body needs cholesterol and healthy fats like avocados, olive oil, grass-fed butter, nuts, and coconut oil for hormone production and stress resilience.

    ✨ Fiber feeds your gut (and mood): Load up on leafy greens, berries, flaxseeds, and quinoa to stabilize blood sugar and support gut health.

    ✨ Magnesium = the chill mineral: Get more dark chocolate (yes, really!), pumpkin seeds, spinach, and almonds to help relax your nervous system and improve sleep.

    ✨ Adaptogens help you handle stress better: Try ashwagandha for cortisol balance, rhodiola for focus, and holy basil tea for anxiety relief.

    ✨ Eliminate what holds you back: Refined sugar, processed foods, excess caffeine, and industrial seed oils can sabotage your stress resilience—swap them for nourishing, whole-food alternatives instead.



    Resources & Next Steps:

    💡 Want more support? Join The Balanced Hormone Collective! Inside, we go deeper on food, lifestyle, and everything you need to reclaim your energy and balance your hormones.


    📲 Follow me on Instagram (@tracyerinwellness) for more daily hormone hacks and stress-resilient tips.


    🎙️ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear this, and don’t forget to leave a review—it helps more women find this life-changing information!


    Until next time, remember: Your body is resilient. You don’t have to live in survival mode—you just need the right fuel. 💛

    13 min
  • Ep. 38 Join the Collective!

    What’s Inside The Balanced Hormone Collective

    1. Never Ask “What’s for Dinner?” Again

    •A fresh meal plan every month with recipes that balance your blood sugar and support your hormones.

    •Includes a shopping list, so no more guessing or forgetting ingredients.

    •Say goodbye to dinner stress and hello to meals that make you feel amazing!


    2. Monthly Wellness Challenges

    •Simple, science-backed habits that improve your health without wasting your time.

    •January’s challenge: Get more sunlight! Just 10 minutes in the morning can boost your mood, reset your circadian rhythm, and improve your hormones.

    •Each month brings a new challenge to help you feel healthier and more vibrant by the end of 2025.


    3. Two Live Zoom Calls Every Month

    •Your chance to ask questions, get personalized advice, and troubleshoot any health concerns.

    •Connect with an amazing community of women walking the same journey.

    •Miss a call? Don’t worry—they’re all recorded and uploaded for you to watch later.


    4. Bonus: Wellness Protocol Library

    •Your personal health encyclopedia with protocols for everything from PMS and hot flashes to yeast infections, Lyme disease, mold, and more.

    •No more Googling questionable advice or piecing together solutions.

    •Science-backed, practical guidance at your fingertips.


    Why You’ll Love It

    The Balanced Hormone Collective isn’t just a membership—it’s a movement. By the end of 2025, you’ll feel stronger, more balanced, and truly thriving. You’ll have the tools, clarity, and support to live your healthiest, most joyful life.

    The first live call kicks off tonight! It’s your chance to connect, dream big, and set the tone for an incredible year ahead. Remember, all calls are recorded, so you’ll never miss a thing.


    ✨ This is your sign to take the next step in your health journey. ✨


    Check out the link in the show notes to join The Balanced Hormone Collective today. Let’s make 2025 the year you finally feel like yourself again—energized, balanced, and joyful.

    Resources Mentioned:

    •Join The Balanced Hormone Collective: https://l.bttr.to/AZ7iV

    •Follow me on Instagram for updates and inspiration: @tracyerinwellness

    8 min

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Welcome to The Balanced Hormone Solution Podcast. If you’re a woman 35+, feeling exhausted, struggling to lose weight, and wondering where your libido went—this is for…