Just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s normal! In this episode, I’m breaking down the most frequent signs of hormone imbalance I see in my practice—things like sugar cravings, bloating, fatigue, period pain, unpredictable moods, and more—and showing you what your body might really be trying to tell you. I walk you through the root causes behind these symptoms, including cortisol imbalances, blood sugar dysregulation, estrogen dominance, nutrient deficiencies, and thyroid dysfunction. I also share why functional lab testing (like the DUTCH hormone test and micronutrient testing) can be game-changing for getting to the bottom of what’s going on in your body. If you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms are actually connected, this episode will give you clarity, validation, and a path forward. You’ll walk away knowing the difference between what’s “normal” and what’s not—and how to start healing from the root.
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Moments in this episode:
02:02 — The problem with “normalizing” symptoms
03:34 — How functional lab testing helps reveal hormonal root causes
07:51 — Unexplained weight gain (especially around the belly)
10:58 — The acne / skin connection with hormone shifts
14:14 — Intense cravings and what they mean
18:47 — Irregular cycles, painful cramps, heavy periods, PMS
23:32 — How hormones affect your mood
26:37 — The gut-hormone connections, estrogen detox, and leaky gut triggers
29:46 — Hair loss or thinning (especially postpartum or post–birth control)
32:38 — Tired during the day, wired at night
34:52 — Why connected symptoms can feel “all over the place”
36:49 — The power of personalizing your health based on real data (not guesswork)
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