Radiate with Rita

Ep. 90: How to Know if You Have Endometriosis (And What No One Tells You)

This week, we’re diving deep into how to know if you might have endometriosis,  including the signs, symptoms, and red flags that so many women are told to ignore. Endometriosis is so much more than period cramps. It’s a full-body inflammatory condition that can impact your digestion, bladder, energy, fertility, hormones, nervous system, and overall quality of life. In this episode, I’m breaking down why diagnosis can be so difficult, and the deeper root-cause factors that often get missed in traditional care. In this episode, we cover: * Common and overlooked signs of endometriosis  * The connection between endometriosis and IBS-like symptoms  * How histamine, estrogen, and inflammation fuel symptoms  * Fertility struggles and “unexplained infertility”   * Why endometriosis is often dismissed or misdiagnosed  * The truth about birth control, Lupron, and suppression therapies * Why gut health, nutrition, stress, and lifestyle matter for symptom relief  * How to find a qualified excision specialist  * What you can start doing now to support your body and reduce symptoms  If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or stuck trying to figure out what’s going on with your body, this episode will help you connect the dots and better understand what endometriosis can actually look like. -- Resource to find vetted endometriosis excision specialists near you [https://www.icarebetter.com/]! Read my blog post [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/blog/how-do-i-know-if-i-have-endometriosis-signs-symptoms-and-what-no-one-tells-you] that breaks this down for you if you prefer to read over the material covered in today’s podcast episode. To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/pl/2148781842] here. Stay connected by... * joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/radiate-thrive]to stay connected.  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrita/]+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey. * fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ [https://radiatewithrita7582.practicebetter.io/#/650c42afcd230ec511b756f2/forms?f=67375357693ec4d25b1200d0] for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing. If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

Ep. 89: What No One's Telling You About the Allegra/Pepcid Combo for Histamine Issues

This week, we’re talking about the viral Allegra + Pepcid combo for PMDD, MCAS, endometriosis, and histamine intolerance, and the important things nobody seems to be talking about. While antihistamines can absolutely be helpful tools during flares, this episode is all about understanding why your histamine bucket is overflowing in the first place. In this episode, we cover: * Why antihistamines can help, but aren’t the full solution  * The connection between histamine, MCAS, PMDD, and endometriosis  * How gut health impacts histamine intolerance  * Why low stomach acid can make symptoms worse  * The role of DAO and histamine breakdown in the gut * Why blood sugar is a sneaky factor of histamine issues that gets overlooked  * The connection between gut inflammation and anxiety symptoms  * Potential side effects of long-term antihistamine use  * Natural antihistamine support  If you’re constantly reacting to foods, struggling with histamine symptoms, or relying on antihistamines just to get through the day, this episode will help you understand what your body may actually be trying to tell you. To snag some nettle + make your own nettle infusions, follow my recipe here [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/blog/nettle-infusion-recipe]. To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/pl/2148781842] here. Stay connected by... * joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/radiate-thrive]to stay connected.  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrita/]+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey. * fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ [https://radiatewithrita7582.practicebetter.io/#/650c42afcd230ec511b756f2/forms?f=67375357693ec4d25b1200d0] for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing. If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

Ep. 88: Why Your Progesterone Cream Isn’t Working

This week, I’m breaking down why your progesterone is low, why progesterone cream isn’t helping and what you can do to actually boost your progesterone levels naturally.  Progesterone is a hormone is often overlooked when it comes to your cycle, mood, fertility, and overall health. But when it’s low, your body will let you know. In this episode, we cover: * What progesterone does and why it matters beyond fertility  * Signs your progesterone may be low (even if you’re ovulating monthly or have regular periods) * The connection between stress, cortisol, nutrient deficiencies and low progesterone  * How gut health, under eating and diet culture impact your hormones  * Why progesterone cream likely isn’t enough * How to build safety in your body and when to dig deeper If you’re dealing with PMS, spotting, irregular cycles, or hormone imbalances, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and where to start. To use Mira at home hormone testing [https://shop.miracare.com/], use code “2RITAUTTERBACK20” to save you 20% on your order! To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/pl/2148781842] here. Stay connected by... * joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/radiate-thrive]to stay connected.  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrita/]+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey. * fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ [https://radiatewithrita7582.practicebetter.io/#/650c42afcd230ec511b756f2/forms?f=67375357693ec4d25b1200d0] for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing. If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

Ep. 87: Are You Full of Sh*t?

This week, we’re getting real about your poop. If you’re dealing with constipation, can’t poop before your period or always feel bloated, this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: if you’re not pooping regularly, you’re not detoxing well.  And those detox teas + supplements you see online that everyone is trying to sell you? All they’re doing is making you sh*t without addressing what’s actually behind your issues. In this episode, we cover: * What a healthy bowel movement should actually look like * Signs you’re constipated (even if you’re going every day) * Why detox teas and cleanses aren’t the answer  * The connection between constipation and hormones * Sneaky causes of constipation * How to start improving chronic constipation And chat about where to start so you can start having more regular digestion.  If you'd like clarity + a plan built for you to help you tackle constipation + bloat at the source, my Glow Blueprint is a great place for you to start. https://www.radiatewithrita.com/offers/t4wS9L47/checkout [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/offers/t4wS9L47/checkout] Stay connected by... * joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/radiate-thrive]to stay connected.  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrita/]+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey. * fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ [https://radiatewithrita7582.practicebetter.io/#/650c42afcd230ec511b756f2/forms?f=67375357693ec4d25b1200d0] for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing. If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

Ep. 86: What Most Women are Getting Wrong About Healthy Eating

This week, I’m breaking down why clean eating isn’t enough to heal your gut and your hormones and what might actually be keeping you stuck. So many women are eating healthy + avoiding “bad” foods, but are still dealing with bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, and frustrating symptoms that won’t go away. In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest gaps I see when it comes to nutrition and why what you’re not eating may be the real problem. In this episode, we cover: * Why clean eating alone won’t fix your symptoms  * The biggest mistakes women make with their eating * How undereating can slow your metabolism and digestion  * Why carbs are essential for hormones, thyroid, and stress  * The truth about fats and hormone production  * How low calorie intake impacts gut health and motility  * Why relying on protein supplements isn’t enough  * The connection between blood sugar, cravings, and energy  * How restrictive diets can backfire on your health  * What balanced, nourishing nutrition actually looks like  If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand how to truly start supporting your body through adequate nutrition. Stay connected by... * joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.radiatewithrita.com/radiate-thrive]to stay connected.  * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/radiatewithrita/]+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey. * fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ [https://radiatewithrita7582.practicebetter.io/#/650c42afcd230ec511b756f2/forms?f=67375357693ec4d25b1200d0] for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing. If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!