Nourishing Thoughts

Understanding your hormones with Dr Nicky Keay


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Dr Nicky Keay, BA, MA, MB, BChir (Cantab), MRCP is a sports and dance endocrinologist with extensive clinical and research experience.

In today's episode, Cassie and Dr Keay discuss everything you need to know about your hormones and how to optimise and maintain your hormone health.

“Respect your hormones, your hormones are there for you. They're personal to you. So treat them nicely, and they will serve you well"

Highlights:

  • What is hormonal health?
  • Female hormone mapping
  • What is hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA)?
  • What is relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S)?
  • Is it advisable to exercise when recovering from HA and RED-S?
  • All you need to know about fasted exercise, cortisol, and more!

To learn more about Dr Keay, please visit her website or clinic for more 

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