The Fueled and Well Podcast

We're back with another guest episode! Today's podcast episode features Heather Lasco, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Confidently NourishED.

Brittany and Heather talk on a variety of amazing topics including why hunger/fullness signals can't be trusted at the start of your recovery, what mechanical eating and urge surfing is, how to reframe your eating disorder thoughts into recovery-focused thoughts, and so much more. To connect with Heather, check out her Instagram or Confidently NourishED website to learn more!

In this episode, Brittany covers 6 common sneaky food & exercise habits that may be holding you back from fully recovering your hypothalamic amenorrhea. Topics like intuitive eating during period recovery, exercise modifications and stress are all addressed in this short but powerful episode - we can't wait for you to dive in!Be sure to check out all the resources mentioned throughout this podcast linked below for some additional guidance & support throughout your recovery journey!

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You asked, and we're here to answer! In this Q&A episode, Brittany answers questions submitted by our listeners covering things like, "I've been eating and resting more but still don't have my period," "will I always be this hungry?!" and "how can maintain my period after HA while starting exercise again?" Have a question you want to be featured on the next Q&A episode? ➝ Submit your questions here!

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Period recovery can be really tough and if you find yourself wondering if the approach you're taking is working or if you're making any progress in recovery, this episode is for you!

Brittany shares a list of common signs that show you are in fact making your way toward recovering your period. She also shares a few tangible ways that you can track your progression if you are more of a data-driven person. Be sure to check out the resources below for extra free support in your recovery journey!

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Today's episode features Dr. Jenn Huber who is a Canadian Registered Dietitian, Naturopathic Doctor and Intuitive Eating Coach set out to help women thrive in midlife. This was such a great conversation hitting on topics like being stuck in the diet cycle during midlife and how to transition to intuitive eating, what the "secret sauce" is for intuitive eaters, and how gentle nutrition is supportive for menopausal women. Jenn also explains the changes in your "hormone soup" as you reach menopause and why dieting does not support your hormone health at any stage of life, but especially in midlife. 

If you or someone you know is currently going through peri-menopause or menopause, we encourage you to share this episode with them. And as always, feel free to send us feedback or topic requests for future episodes through an Instagram DM! 

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We get asked all the time, "Do I have to cut out ALL my exercise in order to recover my period?!" In this episode, Brittany explains why modifications to your typical exercise routine are critical to your HA recovery and what those changes may look like. She helps listeners understand how the body responds to exercise and, of course, provides tips for if you are struggling to decrease your exercise in a way that is supportive of your recovery.

If you listen to this episode and think, "I need recovery support ASAP!" there's still time to sign up with our LAST MINUTE ENROLLMENT for Period Recovery Breakthrough. Doors close on Friday, July 28th!!!

This week we have a fun episode featuring Grace, our Associate Registered Dietitian and editor of the podcast! Grace shares her story on becoming a dietitian and how she got to where she is today, professionally and personally. Fun fact - if you are listening to this episode the day it airs, today is her WEDDING DAY! Brittany and Grace talk all about the wedding details, wedding planning, and ending off with a big wedding tip for other future brides. 

If you are interested in working with our Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Grace, you can book your FREE discovery call with her HERE!

If you are interested in beginning your Intuitive Eating journey while on a path to recovering your period, you NEED to listen to this episode first. Brittany discusses why jumping head first into Intuitive Eating during period recovery can actually hinder, harm, or prolong your recovery journey. She also shares which principles can be picked up immediately and which should be held off until your body is in a more stable place. And you know Brittany wouldn't leave ya hangin' without leaving you with some tangible intuitive eating actions you can start ASAP!

Tired of guessing your way through period recovery? ➝ We are currently enrolling for our 12-week Period Recovery Breakthrough group program! The application is open NOW through Sunday, July 16th, so don't wait!

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If your period is missing and you are on the fence about going "all in" for HA recovery, we highly encourage you dive straight into this episode - like, right now. Brittany shares a few common reasons, fears, and doubts for why women tend to stay stuck in their recovery. Although choosing recovery is not an easy task, the benefits of healing your body are truly unmatched. If you still don't believe us, Brittany shares a powerful testimonial from a Period Recovery Breakthrough member that is sure to inspire you.

Are you are finally ready to go "all in" and recover your missing period? Then you may want to consider applying to our next round of Period Recovery Breakthrough, our 12-week group coaching program! If you submit your application by Monday July 3rd, you'll get $250 OFF + a FREE 1:1 bonus call with Brittany, so don't wait!

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Have you ever been told that your missing period can be "fixed" by getting on hormonal birth control? Brittany explains in this episode why birth control is only a bandaid to your missing period and how it doesn't get to the root cause of your hypothalamic amenorrhea. She also discusses some signs to look for if you've been on hormonal birth control for years and don't know if your body has recovered or would be "okay" on its own without it. 

Want more individualized support to help you navigate your HA and recover your period for good? Our Period Recovery Breakthrough program might be the perfect next step in your journey! Get on the waitlist for our next round of PRB starting in July HERE!