If you're menstruating and wondering why your poop is different during your period, this episode is for you! If you're still learning about your cycle, that's ok too! Consider this additional education.

In today's episode, I'll share how hormone shifts during your menstrual cycle cause changes in your poop throughout the month. We'll even discuss how changes in our habits, based on how we feel, can affect our poop. As always, my goal is to educate and empower you to understand your body more so you can make the best decision for you!

• What the menstrual cycle actually is
• Explanation of menstrual cycle phases
• The impact of heightened progesterone in luteal phase
• Symptoms you may experience at the start of your period
• How the estrogen drop at the beginning of ovulation can impact your gut
• What may cause diarrhea and urgency during your period
• Mood related changes and PMS
• Some habit changes during your cycle that can contribute to symptoms
• How symptoms of PCOS or endometriosis can overlap with IBS and other digestive issues

Blog post mentioned:

https://gutivate.com/blog/period

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