The Encompass Holistic Health Podcast

PMS Isn’t Normal! The 5 Root Causes to Address to Start Feeling Better

GetThe PMS Reset ebook here, and save 10% through 4/19/26 with code: HEAL10 👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/pms-reset [https://payhip.com/b/mc4Vd] ⁠ [https://bit.ly/pms-reset]____________________________________ If you’ve ever been told that PMS is just something you have to deal with every month… this episode is going to challenge that. Because the truth is: PMS is common—but it’s not normal. And more importantly, it’s not random. In this episode, Kelsey breaks down the 5 root causes of PMS from a functional, root-cause perspective—so you can start to understand what your symptoms are actually telling you (instead of just managing them month after month). If you’re experiencing mood swings, irritability, cravings, fatigue, bloating, or painful periods, this episode will help you connect the dots between your symptoms and what’s happening beneath the surface. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of: * Why PMS is a signal—not something to ignore or normalize * The 5 root causes behind common PMS symptoms * How blood sugar, stress, inflammation, and nutrient status play a role * Why supporting ovulation is key for reducing PMS * How to start taking a more targeted, root-cause approach to your symptoms This episode is for anyone who is tired of feeling off for half the month and wants to understand their body on a deeper level—especially if you’re focused on supporting hormones, improving cycle health, or preparing your body for future fertility. ✨ Ready to go deeper? Kelsey created a PMS Reset Ebook to help you take what you’re learning here and actually apply it. Inside, you’ll: * Map your specific PMS symptoms back to root causes * Learn exactly what to focus on based on your body * Simplify your approach to hormone balance (without doing everything at once) * Build a clear, realistic plan to start reducing symptoms naturally 👉 Grab the ebook here: https://bit.ly/pms-reset [https://payhip.com/b/mc4Vd] 💸 Use code HEAL10 to save $10 through 4/19 Submit your podcast questions: https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6 [https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6] Learn about the Encompass Essentials Package: https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/offerings [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/offerings] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/ [https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/]

S3 E1: My Fertility Journey | TTC, Preconception Health & Getting Pregnant

Welcome to season 3 of the podcast – This episode is a personal one! After months of holding this close, Kelsey is finally sharing her fertility and conception journey. As of recording, she is 20 weeks pregnant – and after a reassuring anatomy scan, she’s ready to open up about the fears, health history, and intentional choices that shaped this chapter. From receiving a fertility-related diagnosis at 18, to navigating health challenges in her 20s, this episode offers an honest look at how fertility journeys can feel isolating, all-consuming, and difficult to share – especially when you’re supporting others through similar paths. ⚠️ Trigger warning: General references to fertility challenges and pregnancy loss–related conditions (no specific stories shared). Listeners will hear about: * Why sharing fertility journeys can feel so hard – even when we “know” it helps others * The diagnosis Kelsey received at 18 and how it shaped her long-term health choices * How her own health struggles in her early and mid-20s tied back to future fertility * The mindset shift that came after working closely with women navigating infertility and loss * What preconception support looked like in the 6 months before conceiving (high-level overview) * Why these conversations matter – and how silence can make the journey feel heavier This episode is for anyone navigating fertility questions, preparing for pregnancy, supporting someone through their journey, or holding quiet fears about their own future. Submit your podcast questions:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6⁠⁠ Learn about the Encompass Essentials Package:⁠⁠https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/offerings⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/⁠⁠⁠

S2 E4: Poor Sleep Wrecking Your Hormones, Gut & Metabolism? Here's How to Fix It!

Think sleep is just about getting 8 hours? Think again! In this episode, Kelsey unpacks the real impact of sleep on your health—from gut health to hormones, blood sugar, mood, and metabolism. Learn why even a few nights of poor sleep can trigger inflammation, hormone imbalances, and cravings—and why quality sleep is one of the most underrated tools for healing. Listeners will learn: * How poor sleep disrupts gut health, insulin balance, and hormone regulation * The surprising ways lack of sleep can mimic other health conditions * Why melatonin supplements may not be the quick fix you think * Simple, science-backed ways to optimize your sleep naturally (blue light, magnesium, herbs, and more) * The best times to be asleep to support organ detox and healing This is foundational information every woman should know—especially if you struggle with PMS, PCOS, anxiety, fatigue, cravings, or stubborn inflammation. Submit your podcast questions:⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6 [https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6] Learn about the Encompass Essentials Package:https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/offerings [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/offerings] Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/] Products mentioned: Felix Gray blue light blocking glasses: https://felixgray.com/collections/blue-light-glasses [https://felixgray.com/collections/blue-light-glasses] Hatch alarm clock dupe: https://amzn.to/4oxHoa2 [https://amzn.to/4oxHoa2] Magnesium oil spray: https://a.co/d/5uCeaMk [https://a.co/d/5uCeaMk]

S2 E3: Blood Sugar 101–Optimize THIS to Optimize Your Health

Think blood sugar issues are just about eating too much sugar? Think again! In this episode, Kelsey breaks down the real root causes of blood sugar imbalance—from irregular meals to stress, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, and hormone disruption. Learn how even "healthy" habits like skipping breakfast or drinking coffee on an empty stomach can send your blood sugar on a rollercoaster—and why it matters for your energy, hormones, metabolism, and more. Listeners will learn: * Surprising everyday habits that can cause blood sugar imbalance—even in healthy eaters * How stress, sleep, and hormones all play a role in blood sugar regulation * Why blood sugar is the foundation of energy, metabolism, mood, and hormone health * Simple, sustainable strategies to start balancing your blood sugar today * How to use Kelsey’s free Blood Sugar Balancing Smoothie Guide [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide⁠⁠⁠⁠] to put it all into action This is foundational information every woman should know, especially if you deal with PMS, anxiety, fatigue, cravings, or fertility challenges. ------------ Book a 15-minute chat: bit.ly/encompass-chat [bit.ly/encompass-chat] Grab the FREE Build Your Own Blood Sugar Balancing Smoothie Guide: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide] Submit your podcast questions: ⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6⁠⁠⁠ [https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6] Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/] Pinterest (healthy recipes!): ⁠⁠⁠https://www.pinterest.com/encompasswithkelsey/⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.pinterest.com/encompasswithkelsey/]

S2 E2: Not Your Average Nutrition Approach - What Makes Functional Nutrition Different Than Anything You've Tried

In this episode, Kelsey breaks down the core principles of Functional Nutrition and explains how it differs from standard nutrition coaching. While traditional coaching often focuses on macros, calories, and surface-level goals, Functional Nutrition looks deeper—at the root causes of symptoms like fatigue, bloating, hormonal imbalances, and more. Listeners will learn: * What Functional Nutrition is and how it works * How it differs from standard fitness-based nutrition coaching * Why a bio-individual, root-cause approach is essential for true healing * Who can benefit from Functional Nutrition (hint: it’s not just those with chronic illness) This episode is perfect for anyone who feels like they’ve “tried everything” and still don’t feel like themselves—and are ready to explore a deeper, more personalized path to wellness. ------------ Book a 15-minute chat: bit.ly/encompass-chat Grab the FREE Build Your Own Blood Sugar Balancing Smoothie Guide: ⁠⁠https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide⁠⁠ [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide] Submit your podcast questions: ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6⁠⁠ [https://forms.gle/G3dwTaAN596t24nx6] Website: ⁠⁠https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/⁠⁠ [https://www.encompass-holistic-health.com/bsbsmoothieguide] Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/encompass.holistic.health/] Pinterest (healthy recipes!): ⁠⁠https://www.pinterest.com/encompasswithkelsey/⁠⁠ [https://www.pinterest.com/encompasswithkelsey/]