S4E01: What’s Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones

01/22/24 • 44 min

***This episode is not meant to be medical advice. If you're currently experiencing something out of the normal please contact your medical provider for individualized care.***

Hey there, lovely listeners! We're back with a bang for Season 4 of your favorite wellness journey. In this episode, get ready to dive deep into the realm of holistic well-being as we unravel the intricacies of hormonal health, lifestyle habits, and finding balance. We discuss the often-overlooked connection between our daily habits and the delicate dance of hormones.

Join us on this insightful journey as we explore the impact of lifestyle choices on hormonal disruptions, ranging from stress and sleep to nutrition and gut health.

Episode Highlights:

The significance of daily habits in influencing the menstrual cycle
The impact of dietary choices on ovulation and overall hormonal health (Nutrition and Macronutrients)
Blood Sugar Management
The healthy benefits of micronutrients and microgreens
Probiotics and prebiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome
The prevalence of endocrine disruptors in various products
How stress affect your hormonal health
The concept of ultradian rhythm, shorter cycles within the circadian rhythm, and how awareness of these cycles can be beneficial for focus and stress reduction
Why is sleep is so important

And many more!

This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD.

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/

Join Norah's group program for personalized support on your hormonal health journey:

https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/harmonize

Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne

Want to connect with other like minded wellness girlies? Join the FLOW STATE CLUB, a digital group chat connecting people like you.

***This episode is not meant to be medical advice. If you're currently experiencing something out of the normal please contact your medical provider for individualized care.***

Join us on this insightful journey as we explore the impact of lifestyle choices on hormonal disruptions, ranging from stress and sleep to nutrition and gut health.

Episode Highlights:

The significance of daily habits in influencing the menstrual cycle
The impact of dietary choices on ovulation and overall hormonal health (Nutrition and Macronutrients)
Blood Sugar Management
The healthy benefits of micronutrients and microgreens
Probiotics and prebiotics to support a healthy gut microbiome
The prevalence of endocrine disruptors in various products
How stress affect your hormonal health
The concept of ultradian rhythm, shorter cycles within the circadian rhythm, and how awareness of these cycles can be beneficial for focus and stress reduction
Why is sleep is so important

And many more!

This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD.

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/

Join Norah's group program for personalized support on your hormonal health journey:

https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/harmonize

Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne

Want to connect with other like minded wellness girlies? Join the FLOW STATE CLUB, a digital group chat connecting people like you.

Previous Episode

S3E10: Effective Communication in Relationships: Navigating Mental Health Conversations with Dr. Nevin

In the past 3 months, our most popular article on the Marea website has been HOW TO: TALK TO YOUR PARTNER ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH & YOUR PERIOD. This article has resonated with many, especially within our PMDD community, sparking numerous direct messages from women seeking advice on how to effectively communicate their experiences to their partners.

In this exciting episode, hosts Norah and Monica bring Season Three of the podcast to a close with a special guest, Dr. Nevin, delving into practical tools and strategies that individuals can employ to convey their health experiences to their partners and express their needs more effectively. She also discusses the significance of open communication, empathy, and teamwork in fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

Dr. Nevin's Background and Mission: Holistic healing expertise and global practice
Healing from trauma through supportive relationships
Exploring the effects of loneliness versus healthy solitude
Empowering women's communication in relationships
Understanding the role of the nervous system in triggers
Addressing neuroception's impact on perceptions
Discussing emotional changes tied to the menstrual cycle
The importance of validating emotions and needs in relationships
Recommending writing down validation for oneself outside of the mind (Using tools like journaling, notes, or voice recordings for self-validation)
Exploring the relationship with oneself and its connection to expressing in partnerships
The patterns from childhood experiences and their influence on communication
Recognizing the importance of teamwork in relationships
The concept of creating space for emotional conversations
Tenderness and safe spaces in communication

And so much more!

About Dr. Nevin:

Dr. Nevin is a highly esteemed holistic practitioner and personal coach specializing in empowering women and couples to lead fulfilled and connected lives. She works with the nuanced layers beneath the surface. She has a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology with a focus on development, a doctorate in family chiropractic, and Relationship Coaching Certification through the ICF.

Featured in the show:

Couples Reconnect is a 12 Week relationship development course that will teach you skills and tools that will help you communicate more deeply, overcome issues and stay connected

Stay connected with Dr. Nevin:

Instagram: @drnevinhussion

Website: https://www.drnevinhussion.com/

This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD.

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.co

Next Episode

S4E02: How to Track Your Menstrual Cycle

***This episode is not meant to be medical advice. If you're currently experiencing something out of the normal please contact your medical provider for individualized care.***

In this episode we review ways to track your menstrual cycle.

Episode Highlights:

What is the FAM
How effective is tracking your cycle naturally as a form of birth control
What markers are used to track your menstrual cycle: Basal Body Temperature and cervical mucus
Is it normal for the length of your menstrual cycle to change
Where should I track my cycle?
Knowing when your fertile window occurs to conceive or avoid pregnancy

& more!

This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD.

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/

Join Norah's group program for personalized support on your hormonal health journey:

https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/harmonize

Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne

Want to connect with other like minded wellness girlies? Join the FLOW STATE CLUB, a digital group chat connecting people like you.