The Kind of Gut Health Support Women Actually Need - Episode 9

PCOS Is Changing: What the New PMOS Name Means for Women

For years, we've known this condition as PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), but many experts are now calling for a name change to PMOS—a shift that could completely change how women understand their symptoms and their health. In this episode of the Women's Health Series, Renee breaks down why the conversation is evolving, what PMOS means, and why the traditional name PCOS may not tell the full story. You'll learn: *  Why many women with PCOS don't actually have ovarian cysts  *  The role of insulin resistance in hormonal health  *  What glucose, insulin and glycogen actually are  *  How blood sugar regulation impacts your cycle and symptoms  *  Why strength training is one of the most powerful tools for women's health  *  The connection between muscle mass, metabolism and hormone function  *  How nutrition and gut health can support hormonal wellbeing  *  Practical steps you can start implementing today  Whether you've been diagnosed with PCOS, suspect something isn't quite right with your hormones, or simply want to better understand your body, this episode will help you connect the dots between metabolic health, menstrual health and overall wellbeing. Because your hormones don't exist in isolation—and understanding how your body works is one of the most empowering things you can do for your health. Resources & Research Mentioned International Evidence-Based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of PCOS The recommendations discussed in this episode are informed by the latest international evidence-based guidelines and ongoing discussions around the proposed name change from PCOS to PMOS, which aims to better reflect the metabolic and reproductive nature of the condition. Read more: Monash University and the international PCOS guideline:  International PCOS Guideline [https://www.monash.edu/medicine/mchri/pcos/guideline] Proposed Name Change: PCOS to PMOS Learn more about the international recommendations and rationale behind the proposed shift from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome/Metabolic Ovulatory Syndrome terminology: Nature Reviews Endocrinology Article on PCOS Naming Recommendations Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have concerns about your menstrual cycle, hormones, fertility, or metabolic health, please speak with your healthcare provider. For more info on how I can help you get in touch! ptwithrenee@gmail.com Instagram: @reneediment [https://www.instagram.com/reneediment/] Tiktok: @beyondthebody__ [https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthebody__?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] www.beyondthebody.co [https://www.reneediment.com/]

She Refused To Let Endometriosis Define Her - Shannons Story

This week on the Well Body Podcast, I’m joined by the beautiful Shannon - a woman in her mid-twenties openly sharing her journey with endometriosis, PCOS, womanhood, and learning how to reconnect with herself through it all. In this honest and heartfelt conversation, we dive into what it’s really like navigating chronic symptoms, hormonal health struggles, pain, body image, and the emotional weight that can come with living in a female body that feels misunderstood. But this episode isn’t just about diagnosis. It’s about resilience. It’s about rebuilding trust with yourself. It’s about learning that your condition does not have to become your identity. Alongside her health journey, Shannon also opens up about taking a leap into entrepreneurship, believing in herself again, and creating a life that supports her wellbeing instead of constantly working against it. Together, we talk about:  — Living with endometriosis & PCOS in your twenties  — Navigating symptoms, flare-ups & hormonal struggles  — The emotional side of women’s health that often gets overlooked  — Learning to work with your body instead of fighting it  — Lifestyle tools, mindset shifts & supportive habits  — Confidence, self-worth & becoming “her” again  — Taking brave steps toward the life you truly want This episode is a reminder that healing is rarely linear… but you are still allowed to dream, grow, build, and become the woman you want to be along the way. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, frustrated with your hormones, or like your diagnosis has taken over your life - this conversation is for you. Find Shannon here : INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/shannon_skudder?igsh=MWcxOWJsY2hycjA1MA==] For more info on how I can help you get in touch! ptwithrenee@gmail.com Instagram: @reneediment [https://www.instagram.com/reneediment/] Tiktok: @beyondthebody__ [https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthebody__?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] www.beyondthebody.co [https://www.reneediment.com/]

What Every Woman Needs to Know About Perimenopause & Menopause With Andrea Riggans

In this episode of the Well Body Podcast, Renee sits down with women’s health coach and personal trainer Andrea for an honest and empowering conversation around perimenopause, menopause, hormones, strength training, and navigating the major shifts women experience during this stage of life. Together, they unpack the symptoms so many women are silently struggling with - from fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, sleep disruption, body composition changes, and mood shifts - and why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies during this transition. Andrea also shares her personal journey navigating menopause alongside her lymphoma diagnosis, bringing both lived experience and professional insight into this deeply important conversation. Inside this episode, we discuss: • The early signs of perimenopause women often miss • Why symptoms are about more than just hot flushes • Hormones, metabolism, muscle, and body composition changes • The importance of strength training during midlife • Nervous system health, stress, and energy regulation • How nutrition can support women during hormonal transitions • Why women need better education and support around menopause • Rebuilding trust, confidence, and connection with your body This episode is designed to help women feel seen, informed, empowered, and supported - because these transitions are not something women should have to navigate alone. Find Andrea: ➡️ INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/beyond_fitnz/] ➡️ ONLINE [https://www.beyondfit.co.nz/free?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnnioDKcApdvOywVKkZmn59NfuG9LdrMEBP9ZCZ-l4UTvnINu2tiKrpydVKfk_aem_Vamvag_b1yzjL3UEy2i1kg] https://www.instagram.com/beyond_fitnz/Find Renee: Beyond the Body [https://www.reneediment.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] For more info on how I can help you get in touch! ptwithrenee@gmail.com Instagram: @reneediment [https://www.instagram.com/reneediment/] Tiktok: @beyondthebody__ [https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthebody__?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] www.beyondthebody.co [https://www.reneediment.com/]

Living With Endometriosis: What Women Need to Hear; Becca's Story

In this episode of the Women’s Health Series, Renee sits down with her friend Becca to share her deeply personal journey with endometriosis - from years of debilitating period pain and struggling through work, to finally advocating for her health and finding tools that helped her reclaim her life. Together they unpack the reality of living with endometriosis, the symptoms so many women are told to “just deal with,” and the importance of listening to your body when something doesn’t feel right. This conversation explores: • Severe period pain and why it shouldn’t be dismissed • The emotional and physical impact of endometriosis • Navigating motherhood • Nutrition, naturopathy, and supportive lifestyle changes • Learning to advocate for yourself within the health system • Finding empowerment through understanding your body This is an honest, emotional, and empowering conversation that will make so many women feel seen - and remind them that suffering through their cycle is not something they simply have to accept. For more info on how I can help you get in touch! ptwithrenee@gmail.com Instagram: @reneediment [https://www.instagram.com/reneediment/] Tiktok: @beyondthebody__ [https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthebody__?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] www.beyondthebody.co [https://www.reneediment.com/]

The Kind of Gut Health Support Women Actually Need - Episode 9

In this final episode of the gut health series, we’re bringing everything together. Over the past few episodes, we’ve explored how gut health impacts so much more than digestion - from hormones and energy to mood, metabolism, cravings, inflammation, immunity, and the nervous system. Because the truth is… gut health isn’t just about bloating. It’s about how you feel in your body every single day. In this episode, we dive into: *  why gut health is deeply connected to overall wellness  *  the link between stress, the nervous system, and digestion  *  blood sugar balance and energy regulation  *  fibre diversity and nourishing the gut microbiome  *  why extreme approaches to wellness often backfire  *  the importance of eating enough and supporting your body properly  *  realistic ways to improve gut health without obsession or restriction  This episode is designed to help simplify wellness again and bring you back to the foundations that truly matter. If this series has resonated with you and you’re wanting support putting these foundations into practice, my 2 Week Gut Reset [https://www.reneediment.com/gut-reset-program] was created to help women improve digestion, reduce bloating, support energy, and reconnect with their health in a realistic, sustainable way. Inside the Gut Reset you’ll have access to: *  balanced, wholesome recipes  *  gut-friendly nutrition guidance  *  simple workouts  *  educational resources  *  habit and lifestyle support  *  tools to help support energy, hormones, digestion, and overall well-being  No extremes. No cutting out everything you love. Just supportive foundations to help you feel good in your body again. START YOUR GUT RESET HERE [https://www.reneediment.com/gut-reset-program] For more info on how I can help you get in touch! ptwithrenee@gmail.com Instagram: @reneediment [https://www.instagram.com/reneediment/] Tiktok: @beyondthebody__ [https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthebody__?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] www.beyondthebody.co [https://www.reneediment.com/]