I'm Hormonal | PCOS, periods, gut + hormone health insights

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2244665/open_sms] Curious about the hidden factors that make your period pain more intense than it should be? You'll learn about the role of prostaglandins and histamine in period pain, and you'll hear about what's considered normal versus what might need additional attention from you.  CONNECT WITH BRIDGET Email list [https://bridgetwalton.ck.page/6adb198535] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bridgetwalton/] Book a free consult call [https://l.bttr.to/R6j1I] Website [https://www.bridgetwalton.com/] SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Buy Me a Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bridgetwalton] Rate & review the pod Share it with your BFF

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Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2244665/open_sms] Ever felt like your world spirals out of control just before your period hits? Join me on this mini episode of I'm Hormonal as I unravel the truth behind premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and how it might be affecting your life. Discover the critical differences between PMDD and PMS and why understanding these could be the key to reclaiming your life from mood swings, irritability, food cravings, and more. Hear about actionable steps you can take for hormone balance, from stress management to nutrition, and how small changes can significantly improve your well-being.  Get 20% off your purchase from Ladywell by using code Bridget20 at getladywell.com. Connect with Ladywell on Instagram @getladywell. CONNECT WITH BRIDGET Email list [https://bridgetwalton.ck.page/6adb198535] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bridgetwalton/] Book a free consult call [https://l.bttr.to/R6j1I] Website [https://www.bridgetwalton.com/] SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Buy Me a Coffee [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bridgetwalton] Rate & review the pod Share it with your BFF

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