Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast with your host, Dr. Christina Burns. In this episode, Dr. Christina Burns delves into the common issue of painful periods and what they signify about your health. Contrary to popular belief, painful periods are not normal and can be a sign of underlying inflammation and hormonal imbalances. Dr. Burns discusses the causes of menstrual pain, including conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and pelvic inflammatory disease, and explains how estrogen dominance and other hormonal issues contribute to the problem. She also offers natural treatment options, including dietary changes, supplements, and herbal remedies, to help reduce inflammation and manage period pain effectively. Empower yourself with knowledge and take control of your menstrual health to enhance your fertility and overall well-being.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The role of prostaglandins and inflammation in period pain.
• Common conditions that cause painful periods, such as endometriosis and fibroids.
• How estrogen dominance and hormonal imbalances impact menstrual health.
• Natural treatments, including diet, supplements, and herbs, to manage menstrual pain.
• The importance of exercise and yoga in reducing inflammation and improving reproductive health.

Timestamps:

• [00:10:15] The impact of prostaglandins and inflammation on period pain
• [00:20:45] Common conditions causing painful periods
• [00:30:00] Understanding estrogen dominance and hormonal imbalances
• [00:40:15] Natural treatments for managing menstrual pain
• [00:50:30] Dietary changes to reduce inflammation
• [01:00:45] Supplements and herbs to consider
• [01:15:00] The benefits of exercise and yoga
• [01:25:30] Q&A session with listener questions

About Dr. Christina Burns:

Dr. Christina Burns is the founder and Doctor of Chinese Medicine at the Naturna Institute. Committed, compassionate, and highly skilled in multiple disciplines, Dr. Burns has been in practice since 2004. She empowers both women and men to achieve their optimal life and health goals through natural medicine practices, integrative nutrition, lifestyle management, and personalized mind-body programs. Dr. Burns holds advanced certifications in acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, life coaching, and yoga therapy. She is also the best-selling author of "The Ultimate Fertility Guidebook."

Connect with Dr. Christina Burns:

Website: https://www.christinaburns.com/

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Join the Eating for Optimal Fertility Course: https://naturna.mn.co/ 

Order Junk Juice: https://junkjuicemagic.com/ 

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