715. What Period Pain Is Telling You & How To Fix It
The Female Health Solution Podcast
Release Date: 03/31/2025
743. The Shocking Truth About Women’s Health: Medical Myths, Hormone Facts & What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You
The Female Health Solution Podcast
In this episode, I get fired up (again!) about the massive gaps, systemic bias, and flat-out inaccuracies in the way women’s health is studied, treated, and talked about. From clinical research excluding women to medical myths that still persist today, we break down exactly why so many women feel unheard—and what you can do about it. I'm talking about everything from the historical exclusion of women in medicine to why “bikini medicine” is not an actual category, how stress impacts us differently, and why your sleep, energy, and metabolism might feel totally out of whack. In this...
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742. The Morning Routine That Transformed My Gut Health (My Skin, Sleep & Energy Too!)
The Female Health Solution Podcast
Ever wondered what the best way is to start your morning for optimal gut health? In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact routine I follow (and recommend to my clients) that supports digestion, boosts energy, helps with skin issues, and sets the tone for a smoother day overall. I’m also sharing the backstory—how I discovered my gut was behind my cystic acne, why your mouth health directly impacts your digestive system, and why skipping breakfast may be one of the worst things you can do for your hormones and metabolism. Whether you’re starting from scratch or ready to fine-tune...
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741. Training For Two: How To Use Fitness To Support A Pain-Free Pregnancy with Gina Conley
The Female Health Solution Podcast
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Gina Conley. Gina Conley is the founder of MamasteFit, a perinatal fitness trainer, birth doula, and mom of four. She bridges the gap between fitness and birthwork, offering both in-person training and online support to help parents stay strong, confident, and informed throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As the author of Training for Two, Gina provides evidence-based strategies for movement, pelvic health, and birth preparation. Her unique approach combines fitness and birth support, empowering families with the knowledge and...
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740. How To Balance Cortisol For Better Energy, Mood and Sleep
The Female Health Solution Podcast
Cortisol often gets a bad rap, but it’s actually essential. Produced by the adrenal glands, cortisol helps wake you up, energize your mornings, and regulate your stress response throughout the day. It should peak mid-morning and slowly taper off by night. But stress, caffeine, poor sleep, and even late-night workouts can throw off this rhythm. If you can’t get up in the morning or hit that afternoon slump, chances are your cortisol is off. Let’s talk about some ways to get it back on track: You can’t out-supplement bad sleep. If you’re not in bed by 10 p.m., you’re...
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739. Why Smart Women Get Stuck in Overeating and Emotional Eating Cycles with Dr. Melissa McCreery
The Female Health Solution Podcast
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Melissa McCreery. Dr. Melissa McCreery is a psychologist, emotional eating expert, author, host of the Too Much on Her Plate podcast, and the creator of Your Missing Peace, the program that supports smart, busy women in creating freedom from overeating and peace with food. She has helped thousands break cycles with overwhelm, overload, and overeating without feeling deprived, and without depending on ridiculous amounts of willpower. Participants in her signature program lose their cravings and their overeating habits. Dr....
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738. Cortisol, Burnout and the End of Chronic Overwhelm
The Female Health Solution Podcast
Let’s get real for a moment. Not “do you feel overwhelmed?” but how overwhelmed are you… right now? If your answer is “way more than I used to be,” you’re not alone. In fact, that’s the norm for so many women I speak to—feeling maxed out, overstimulated, and constantly on edge. And here’s the wild thing: most of us don’t even realize how deep into burnout we’ve gotten until our bodies shut down. Think about it: every day you juggle thousands of decisions, from “What’s for dinner?” to managing family schedules, careers, social commitments, and digital...
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737. Top 5 Health Issues Women Think Are Normal—But Aren’t
The Female Health Solution Podcast
“That’s just part of being a woman.” “You’re just getting older.” “Maybe you’re overreacting.” “It’s probably all in your head.” Let’s stop right there. Just because something is common doesn’t make it normal. Let’s break down the top five health issues that women experience far too often—and have been told to ignore. 1. Mood Swings Yes, your mood naturally shifts across your cycle—but when it becomes overwhelming, unpredictable, or makes you feel like you’ve lost control? That’s a red flag. If you find yourself: Crying uncontrollably over small things ...
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736. 3 Powerful Habits That Balance Your Hormones (Don't Skip These!)
The Female Health Solution Podcast
Here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: the secret to balanced hormones isn’t in a miracle pill or trendy hack. It’s in the boring basics. As a women’s health and hormone expert, I want to make sure you’re doing these three simple things consistently. Prioritize Protein & Real Food If you’re skipping meals, cutting carbs, or living off coffee and snacks, your hormones are running on empty. Your body needs steady fuel to support hormonal and metabolic functions. Aim for protein with every meal Avoid processed and sugary foods Eat consistently throughout the day...
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735. I Changed My Body By Taking These Supplements Every Day
The Female Health Solution Podcast
One of my top questions: What’s YOUR routine like?” So today, I’m walking you through what I actually take on a regular basis — the supplements that give me energy and balance, even in the middle of the chaos. A quick note: Yes, I use a lot of supplements. But no, I don’t take everything every day. I listen to my body and respond based on where I’m at in my cycle, what’s going on in my life, and what my most recent labs and genetic testing show. Cycle-Synced Support Let’s start with my favorite: my hormone-support tinctures. I’m a nerd about this stuff because it...
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734. The Top Signs of Perimenopause & What To Do About It
The Female Health Solution Podcast
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this perimenopause—or something else?”, you’re not alone. For many women, the symptoms can be confusing and frustrating. But here's the truth: perimenopause is a normal, natural phase—and it doesn’t have to feel like the end of the world. Let’s clear the air. Common signs of perimenopause include irregular or skipping periods, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, anxiety, trouble sleeping, brain fog, joint pain, weight changes, low libido, and more. And stress can make any of these 10x worse! That’s where cortisol comes in. Stress is a...
info_outlineLet’s talk about something we’ve all either said or screamed at some point: Why is my period SO painful?!
I wish I could tell you it’s just one thing. That there’s one sneaky culprit behind those cramps from hell, and if we fix that, BOOM—pain-free periods forever. But the truth? It’s not that simple
Painful periods are often tied to one big bad player: inflammation. Think of inflammation like throwing gas on an already raging fire. If your gut, bladder, or reproductive organs are inflamed, your period pain is likely going to be worse. If going to the bathroom during your period makes you want to cry? That’s a sign there’s inflammation in play.
But where does inflammation come from? Here are some common culprits:
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Hormonal Imbalances: Estrogen dominance can contribute to conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and PCOS—all of which can crank up period pain.
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Stress: And here’s the kicker—stress doesn’t just make you feel frazzled, it actually fuels inflammation! When you’re in pain, your cortisol (aka your stress hormone) spikes, and that keeps the pain cycle going. It’s like your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode… during your period.
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Gut Health Issues: If your gut is inflamed, your whole system is inflamed. And since your digestive system is right next to your reproductive organs, gut issues can make cramps even worse.
The good news? You can work with your body instead of against it. Here are a few things that actually help:
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Reduce Inflammation
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Dry brushing (it helps your lymphatic system flush out inflammation!)
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Staying hydrated (simple, but so effective)
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Acupuncture, chiropractic care, or massage
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Support Your Stress Response
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Adaptogens like ashwagandha and maca can help bring down that amped-up cortisol response.
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Deep breathing, meditation, and vagus nerve exercises (yep, your nervous system plays a role here!)
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Balance Your Hormones
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Get your estrogen levels checked (a DUTCH test can give you a deep dive!)
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Avoid endocrine disruptors in skincare, makeup, and household products
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Cycle-sync your nutrition and exercise
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Your body is not working against you—it's just trying to tell you something. Painful periods aren’t just random bad luck. I've formulated tinctures for cycle balance, stress relief, sleep and more, so if you are struggling check them out here: https://nutritionforyourhormones.com/