Understanding the Menstrual Cycle

• Overview of the Menstrual Cycle: The menstrual cycle's phases: menstrual, follicular, ovulation, and luteal.
• Key Hormones: Introduce the main hormones: estrogen, progesterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH).

Hormonal Changes & Their Impact

• Menstrual Phase:
  • Hormones: Low levels of estrogen and progesterone.
  • Common Symptoms: Fatigue, cramping, lower back pain. Discuss how these can be exacerbated by imbalances like estrogen dominance or low progesterone.
• Follicular Phase:
  • Hormones: Rising estrogen levels, peak of FSH.
  • Symptoms: Increased energy, better mood, but for some, heightened anxiety or migraines as estrogen peaks.
• Ovulation:
  • Hormones: Surge in LH, high estrogen, onset of progesterone.
  • Symptoms: Libido increase, heightened senses. Mention mid-cycle spotting or pain if there's hormonal imbalance.
• Luteal Phase:
  • Hormones: Dominance of progesterone, decline in estrogen.
  • Symptoms: Bloating, mood swings, cravings, sometimes exacerbated PMS or PMDD due to hormone fluctuation.

Lifestyle Tips to Manage Symptoms

• Diet: Emphasize blood sugar control and anti-inflammatory foods.
• Exercise: Tailor to phases of the cycle; gentle yoga during menstruation, more vigorous activity in follicular and ovulatory phases.
• Stress Management: Techniques like meditation, journaling, and adequate sleep, focusing on reducing cortisol spikes.
• Practical advice on using functional medicine testing to understand hormone levels (mention the DUTCH test, GI Map, etc.).

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Summary:
Join Tracy Erin in a heartfelt conversation with her long-time friend Kyla Festerly. They reconnect over their mutual journey through functional medicine, diving into the emotional and physical challenges of chronic illness, the path to healing, and the power of functional medicine interventions.

Show Notes:

• Introduction:
  • Tracy welcomes listeners to the episode and introduces her friend Kyla Festerly.
  • Background on how Tracy and Kyla met and reconnected through functional medicine training.
• Kyla's Health Journey:
  • Kyla shares the initial symptoms and challenges that led her to seek out functional medicine.
  • The turning point of meeting with Tracy and starting a comprehensive health protocol.
  • Discussion on the role of detoxification, diet changes, and lifestyle adjustments in Kyla's recovery.
• Deep Dive into Functional Medicine:
  • Tracy and Kyla discuss the importance of understanding the root causes of illness rather than just treating symptoms.
  • They explore the comprehensive testing and personalized approach that functional medicine offers.
• Challenges and Breakthroughs:
  • Kyla recounts the emotional and physical roller coaster of her health journey.
  • Insights into how managing stress, diet, and personal expectations played crucial roles in her health improvements.
• Kyla's Current Health Status:
  • Kyla reflects on how far she has come since the beginning of her journey.
  • Current health practices and routines that help her maintain her wellbeing.
• Closing Thoughts:
  • Tracy emphasizes the importance of persistence and holistic health management.
  • Encouragement to listeners to explore functional medicine if they are experiencing unexplained health issues.
• Call to Action:
  • Tracy encourages listeners to subscribe and leave a review if they found the podcast helpful.
  • Reminder of the podcast’s mission to support women in their health journeys through shared stories and expert insights.

Guest Bio: Kyla Festerly, a former resident of Tennessee and Idaho, has embarked on a transformative health journey under the guidance of Tracy Erin. Her experience highlights the challenges and victories associated with addressing chronic health conditions through functional medicine.

Host Bio: Tracy Erin is a functional medicine practitioner specializing in women’s health. She focuses on empowering women through understanding their bodies and managing hormonal balance to lead vibrant, healthy lives.

Key Points Discussed:

1. The Starting Point:
   • Overview of common issues among clients: low energy, mood swings, period problems, weight gain, and emotional turmoil.
   • Emphasis on the desire for change and the commitment to feeling different in order to live differently.
2. The Journey Through the Balanced Hormone Solution:
   • Month 1: Focus on addressing insulin and blood sugar issues, dietary adjustments, and beginning detoxification. Introduction of functional testing and personalized protocols.
   • Month 2: Prioritizing metabolism and stress hormone cortisol management using lifestyle changes and targeted supplements.
   • Month 3: Refining nutritional strategies specific to hormonal needs, building muscle mass for hormone balance, and a comprehensive detox to support liver and gut health.
3. The Four Pillars of the Program:
   • Functional Testing and Personalized Protocol.
   • Transformational Thinking.
   • Lifestyle Medicine.
   • Detoxification.
4. Program Milestones and Methodologies:
   • Details on the holistic approach taken, including the integration of mindset, physical health, and individualized care.
   • Strategies for sustainable health including the importance of muscle mass, managing stress with adaptogens, and the impact of a tailored diet on hormonal balance.
5. Support and Community:
   • Bi-weekly coaching calls, educational resources, and a supportive group setting that facilitates personalized health journeys.
   • Encouragement to engage with the community via a private Facebook group and chat, ensuring continuous support and motivation.

Wrap-Up:

• Reflection on the transformative impact of the Balanced Hormone Solution on clients’ lives, emphasizing increased energy, understanding of bodily functions, and an overall vibrant life.
• Invitation to listeners to consider joining the next group session if they resonate with the struggles and goals discussed.

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Tracy explain the process of detoxification in her Balanced Hormone Solution.  Please refer to these notes for more in depth explanation:

Dirty Dozen
Clean Fifteen
The 10 American Study on newborn cord blood
The EWG toxic chemical list

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• Lifestyle medicine is pivotal in achieving holistic health. The mantra "the basics work if you work the basics" underscores its importance.
• Tracy emphasizes the significance of daily habits in shaping overall health outcomes.

• Tracy breaks down lifestyle medicine into four key areas: physical, mental/emotional, social, and spiritual.
• She highlights the impact of nutrition, exercise, sunlight exposure, grounding, and stress reduction techniques on physical health.
• Mental/emotional well-being is addressed through practices like gratitude journaling, breathwork, and smiling.
• Social connections and community involvement are essential aspects of holistic health.
• Spiritual practices such as gratitude, personal development, and meditation contribute to overall well-being.

• Tracy shares personal favorites including walking, heart coherence practices, and binaural beats for relaxation.
• She emphasizes the importance of restorative sleep and unplugging from technology as part of lifestyle medicine.

• Tracy introduces the concept of the 30-30 challenge within her Balanced Hormone Solution program, focusing on creating morning and evening routines.
• Consistent habits and routines are compared to toddlers' need for structure and repetition.

• Tracy acknowledges common barriers to adopting lifestyle changes, emphasizing the role of transformational thinking in overcoming these challenges.
• She encourages listeners to challenge negative self-talk and adopt empowering beliefs about their health and capabilities.

• Tracy discusses the power of "I am" statements in shaping beliefs and behaviors.
• She contrasts limiting beliefs with empowering affirmations to illustrate their impact on actions and outcomes.

• Tracy urges listeners to prioritize self-care and commit to small, consistent lifestyle changes.
• She emphasizes the importance of daily actions over quick fixes or supplements in achieving optimal health.
• Tracy invites listeners to join her in prioritizing self-care and embracing a holistic approach to wellness.

Episode Overview:
In today's episode, we're delving into Pillar Two of the Balanced Hormone Solution: Transformational Thinking. Buckle up as we explore the power of mindset and how it can shape our reality.

Key Points:

1. Understanding Transformational Thinking:
   • Ever heard the saying "You don't get what you want, you get what you are"? We're diving deep into this concept.
   • Transformational thinking is about evolving into our true selves, shedding insecurities, and embracing confidence and self-assurance.
2. The Six Aspects of Transformational Thinking:
   • Find Your Why: Understanding the importance of knowing the reason behind your desires.
   • Define Your Future Self: Paint a vivid picture of who you want to become.
   • The Thought Model: Explore how thoughts influence feelings, actions, and outcomes.
   • The Thought Ladder: Learn how to climb towards more empowering thoughts one step at a time.
   • Elevate Your Self-Image: Recognize how your self-image shapes every aspect of your life.
   • Approval Detox: Break free from seeking validation from others and embrace self-approval.
3. Practical Applications:
   • Discover real-life examples of how transformational thinking can revolutionize your health journey.
   • Understand the power of aligning your beliefs and actions to create the life you desire.

Conclusion:
Transformational thinking isn't just a mindset shift—it's a game-changer. By mastering these principles, you'll unlock the door to becoming beautifully balanced in every aspect of your life. Remember, courage needs a witness. Join us on this transformative journey towards true health and wellness.

Main Discussion Points:

1. Understanding Functional Testing:
   • Define functional testing and its significance in hormone health.
   • Explain how functional testing differs from conventional testing.
   • Discuss various types of functional tests used in assessing hormonal balance (e.g., DUTCH Complete, Stress & Metabolic Profile, GI Map).
   • Stress the importance of comprehensive testing to identify underlying issues accurately.
2. The Power of Personalized Protocols:
   • Explain the concept of personalized protocols tailored to individual needs.
   • Discuss how personalized protocols address specific imbalances uncovered through testing.
   • Emphasize the role of lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, supplements, and other interventions in personalized protocols.
   • Share success stories or testimonials highlighting the effectiveness of personalized protocols in restoring hormonal balance.
3. Collaboration Between Practitioner and Client:
   • Stress the importance of collaboration and communication between the practitioner and the client.
   • Encourage active participation from clients in understanding their test results and implementing personalized protocols.
   • Highlight the supportive role of the practitioner in guiding clients through their healing journey.
4. Overcoming Challenges:
   • Acknowledge potential challenges in implementing personalized protocols (e.g., dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments).
   • Offer practical tips and strategies to overcome these challenges.
   • Reiterate the transformative benefits of sticking to personalized protocols despite initial difficulties.

Introduction:

• Welcome to Tracy Erin Talks, a podcast about health, wellness, mindset, and motherhood.
• Join Tracy Erin for honest conversations, musings, and humor on topics like hormones, fatigue, mood swings, and more.
• Tracy's mission is to transform women's lives by balancing their hormones so they can feel like themselves again.

The Balanced Hormone Solution Overview:

• Tracy introduces her 90-day program, The Balanced Hormone Solution, designed to help women over 35 balance their hormones and reclaim their vitality.
• Clients often express a desire to feel normal and enjoy life without being overwhelmed by mood swings, low energy, and hormonal issues.
• Tracy emphasizes the importance of addressing not just sex hormones but also cortisol and insulin, as imbalances in these hormones can affect overall hormonal health.
• The program focuses on four pillars: functional testing and personalized protocols, transformational thinking, lifestyle medicine, and detoxification.

The Four Pillars of The Balanced Hormone Solution:

1. Functional Testing and Personalized Protocol: Tailored approach based on individual needs and root causes identified through testing.
2. Transformational Thinking: Shifting mindset to create a clear vision of future self and draw inspiration from it for positive change.
3. Lifestyle Medicine: Emphasizing habits and practices that promote overall health and wellness, not perfection.
4. Detoxification: Addressing environmental toxins and pathogens to support the body's natural detox processes.

Benefits and Outcomes:

• Tracy explains how the program helps women transition from feeling overwhelmed and imbalanced to confident, grounded, and synchronized.
• Through education, action steps, community support, and coaching, participants can achieve lasting results and progress toward optimal health.
• The program is adaptable and beneficial for women dealing with various health challenges, including autoimmune disorders, chronic illnesses, gut issues, weight gain, and period problems.

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