In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the menstrual cycle with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, certified fertility awareness educator and author of The Fifth Vital Sign and Real Food for Fertility. Lisa shares essential insights into the phases of the menstrual cycle, how hormones affect physical and mental well-being, and how to use your cycle as a powerful tool for understanding your overall health and improve your fertility.
We explore everything including what a healthy menstrual cycle looks like, "seasons" of the cycle, impact of lifestyle factors, managing PMS and period pain naturally, and the effects of hormonal birth control on long-term health and fertility
SHOWNOTES -
00:00:00 - Guest and episode introduction
00:01:30 - Overview of the menstrual cycle as a "fifth vital sign"
00:05:48 - How hormonal fluctuations affect physical, emotional, & mental well-being
00:08:13 - The "seasons" of the cycle and their effects on energy, mood, and focus
00:18:55 - Impact of lifestyle choices and toxins + hormonal disruptors on menstrual health
00:24:50 - Common menstrual issues + What heavy or light bleeding indicates
00:32:20 - Practical tips for regularising hormonal balance + Understanding Endometriosis
00:39:30 - Role of supplementation
00:46:20 - Signs of hormonal imbalance & steps to recovery & rehabilitation
00:52:10 - The impact of long-term birth control on fertility
00:58:50 - More Resources
Transcript - https://www.kratimehra.com/master-your-menstrual-cycle-hormonal-health-with-lisa-hendrickson-jack/
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