The Strength in Hormones Podcast

Are Heavy Metals to Blame for Hormone Problems? A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 * What are heavy metals and where are they found? * The role of minerals in our health * What the research says on heavy metals in fertility, reproduction and thyroid function * Testing methods I recommend for determining if heavy metals are an issue * How to support safe elimination of heavy metals in the body   Important show links 👇👇👇 * Join the Inflammation Hormony waitlist here [https://functionalfueling.com/inflammation-hormony] * Follow me on Instagram [http://instagram.com/functional.fueling] * Rate the show! Please give us a 5 star rating in your podcast app   Timestamp: 00:00 Introduction 00:31 What are heavy metals and where are they found? 01:28 The importance of balancing minerals 03:10 The impact of heavy metals on reproductive function 06:23 Research on heavy metals and reproductive health 08:46 Infertility and heavy metal exposure 09:42 Exposure to heavy metals in food and supplements 11:41 Testing for heavy metal exposure 14:52 Heavy metals in herbs and spices 16:37 Symptoms of heavy metal toxicity 20:15 Testing for heavy metals 24:02 Treatment options for heavy metal toxicity 25:22 The importance of heavy metal testing in supplement products 30:17 Water filtration methods 32:38 The importance of chelators and fiber 35:36 The benefits of sauna and sweat for heavy metal removal 36:22 Conclusion

Everything You Must Know About Parasites & Sinus Issues A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 1. What are parasites and where are they found in the human body? How common are they? 2. What are common symptoms of parasites? Do they differ in the nasal cavity vs. gut? 3. How do mycotoxins (mold spores) affect us? 4. What is the connection between nasal parasites and mycotoxins and sinus issues? Connection to other chronic diseases?  5. What are the limitations of stool testing for parasites? 6. What is the connection between the moon and parasites? 7. What is the role of mitochondrial health in all of this?  8. How does nasal irrigation work on this? 9. What’s the difference between nebulizing and nasal rinsing? 10. How do herbal medicines work for parasites and mycotoxins?   Important show links 👇👇👇 * Learn more about our 1:1 coaching program where we test for and treat parasites here [http://functionalfueling.com/coaching-page] * Learn more about Cellcore here [http://cellcore.com] * Follow me on Instagram  [http://instagram.com/functional.fueling]

A Guide to Understanding Your Thyroid Labs Have you ever been convinced you have a thyroid problem only to go to the doctor to get your thyroid tested and everything come back normal? You're not alone, this is very common, let's talk about it! Inside this episode I walk you through optimal reference ranges for all of these tests plus the tests you need that go beyond a standard TSH blood test. Healing and reversing thyroid problems [https://functionalfueling.com/how-to-reverse-low-thyroid-function-without-pills/] is possible, listen to this episode to find out where to start!   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 * The history of thyroid hormone testing and its limitations * What is TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone? * How to understand what T4, T3, Reverse T3 and thyroid antibodies mean about your thyroid function * How genetics can influence thyroid symptoms but not thyroid hormone testing results * The link between what you eat and thyroid hormone levels. * How hypothyroidism can cause blood sugar problems. * The influence of hormones like cortisol and hunger hormones on thyroid hormone function * How to advocate for yourself to get the testing you need   Important show links 👇👇👇 * Get your hormones tested - learn more about our hormone testing [https://functionalfueling.com/hormone-testing] packages * Follow me on Instagram [http://instagram.com/functional.fueling]

Can Acupuncture Help Heal my Periods? Acupuncture is a powerful healing tool that originates from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has evidence based benefits for supporting everything from period pain to irregular cycles and fertility. In this podcast episode, I interview the ladies of Aphrodite Fertility [https://aphroditefertility.com/] to learn more. At Functional Fueling [http://functionalfueling.com], we find acupuncture treatments to be an incredibly supportive tool alongside our nutrition, supplement and lifestyle treatment plan to support cycle regulation, fertility and more. Tune in to this episode to learn more about how acupuncture works for different hormone needs.   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 1. What is acupuncture and how does it work? 2. How does acupuncture affect the nervous system and why is this important for hormones? 3. Can acupuncture help with missing or irregular periods? 4. What does acupuncture support look like for women with different hormone imbalances (i.e. PCOS, amenorrhea, hypothyroidism) 5. How does treatment differ for cycle support vs. fertility support vs. pregnancy support? 6. How does acupuncture influence ovarian environment and egg quality?   Important show links 👇👇👇 * Get your hormones tested - learn more about our hormone testing [https://functionalfueling.com/hormone-testing] packages * Check out the Aphrodite Acupuncture [https://aphroditefertility.com/] website * Follow me on Instagram [http://instagram.com/functional.fueling]

How to Structure a Day of Eating for Best Hormonal Response Welcome to our brand new podcast series, LOdown with Lo. LOdown’s will be happening every two weeks on the Strength in Hormones Podcast. These will be solo episodes with me where we will chat about practical strategies and functional solutions to support hormone healing.   In today’s first LOdown we talk about How to Structure a Day of Eating for Best Hormonal Response. We discuss the role of eating structure as it relates to our endocrine (hormone) system as a whole and then more specifically as it relates to hormones like: cortisol, insulin, thyroid, and progesterone. Although, for many women, hormone imbalances don’t happen in insolation. Our entire hormone system is connected through our hypothalamus-pituitary axis. [https://functionalfueling.com/hypothalamus-and-hormone-balance/] Because of this interconnection, each hormone influences one other. That’s why in our practice, it’s not unusual to see women experiencing thyroid imbalances while also experiencing issues with cortisol, insulin and progesterone levels. We can identify your exact hormone levels with our advanced hormone testing packages  [https://functionalfueling.com/hormone-testing]and 1:1 coaching [https://functionalfueling.com/coaching-page]. Then with this information, we will provide you with personalized nutrition, professional grade supplementation and lifestyle recommendations to rebalance levels and help you thrive again.   A few things we chat about in this episode 👇👇👇 * How your daily eating structure impacts cortisol, thyroid, insulin and hormone levels * Should women fast? Fasting and hormones explained. * Maximizing insulin sensitivity when you eat carbs * The number one mistake most women make with plate composition * Why protein timing is critical to hormones * The problem with most “healthy snacks”   Important show links 👇👇👇 * Apply for 1:1 coaching [https://functionalfueling.com/coaching-page] with us and receive advanced testing, personalized guidance and clear solutions * Follow me on Instagram  [http://instagram.com/functional.fueling]