PCOS Diva Podcast

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24 – Gluten-free – It Doesn’t Hurt To Try Jan 14, 2018

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August 27, 2015 Interview with Dr. Tom O’Bryan, who is an internationally recognized expert on Celiac Disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. Inflammation due to gluten sensitivity is a central concern to women with PCOS, so I was thrilled to interview him for our latest podcast

22- Got PCOS? What You Need to Know About Hashimoto’s and Hypothyroid Jan 14, 2018

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August 17, 2015 Does any of this sound familiar: chronic fatigue, apathy, depression, brain fog, memory lapse, mood swings, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, panic attacks, weight gain, hair loss, low body temperature, or joint pain? You may have a thyroid disorder. As a woman with PCOS, your likelihood of having Hashimoto’s Disease is 3 times greater than other women. Many of us suffer from this or some other type of thyroid disorder. With this in mind, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Izabelle Wentz, a prominent thyroid expert and pharmacist. Her search for the root cause of Hashimoto’s Disease offers hope to all of us who suffer from thyroid issues. During our conversation, we discussed: Hypothyroidism vs. Hashimoto’s Disease Tests you need to ask your doctor about to be properly diagnosed Common and often overlooked or misdiagnosed symptoms Actions to take when you are diagnosed Possible benefits of pharmaceuticals Causes and results of not properly treating thyroid issues | Read More on PCOS Diva August 17, 2015 Does any of this sound familiar: chronic fatigue, apathy, depression, brain fog, memory lapse, mood swings, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, panic attacks, weight gain, hair loss, low body temperature, or joint pain? You may have a thyroid disorder. As a woman with PCOS, your likelihood of having Hashimoto’s Disease is 3 times greater than other women. Many of us suffer from this or some other type of thyroid disorder. With this in mind, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Izabelle Wentz, a prominent thyroid expert and pharmacist. Her search for the root cause of Hashimoto’s Disease offers hope to all of us who suffer from thyroid issues. During our conversation, we discussed: Hypothyroidism vs. Hashimoto’s Disease Tests you need to ask your doctor about to be properly diagnosed Common and often overlooked or misdiagnosed symptoms Actions to take when you are diagnosed Possible benefits of pharmaceuticals Causes and results of not properly treating thyroid issues.

23 – Heat Up Your Metabolism Jan 14, 2018

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July 25, 2015 So, what’s your type? Dr. Philip Goglia, nutritionist to pro and semi-pro athletes, stars like Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pratt, Ryan Gosling and even a PCOS Diva, can tell you. He specializes in metabolic nutrition and divides the population in to 3 types of metabolisms. I was inspired to interview him after reading his book, “Turn up the Heat – Unlock the Fat Burning Power of Your Metabolism.” His message of eating to your metabolic type spoke to me, and I think you will benefit from what he has to say as well. Listen in and learn: 3 types of metabolism and how to get the most out of yours are you eating enough food? his guidelines of what starches and sugars to eat and avoid (hint: avoid “fluffy and mushy”) how to build an eating pattern that will heat up your metabolism what to eat at bedtime to help you sleep better Please listen until the end. He has a important and special message just for PCOS Divas.

21 – Knowledge Is Power: Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Empower Women Jan 14, 2018

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June 30, 2015 PCOS Diva has a fundamental purpose of empowering and educating women about their health and fertility. That is why I am thrilled to get behind a Kickstarter campaign to turn Holly Grigg Spall’s book, Sweetening the Pill: or How We Got Hooked on Hormonal Birth Control into a documentary. Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein plan to make this thought-provoking book into a documentary. The goal is to empower and educate women so they can make an informed choice about their fertility and birth control. Too often, women are given the birth control pill as a first line treatment for PCOS. They are never informed of the countless side effects they can expect while on the pill or the post-pill syndrome they can expect when they stop taking it. We are rarely educated by physicians about the rhythms of our body and how to regulate our cycles with lifestyle choices and supplements. I had the opportunity to interview author Holly Grigg- Spall this week. Listen to my interview with Holly and learn about: The benefits and side effects of hormonal birth control (the pill and its cousins) Difference between a period on the pill and a period on your own Regulating your period without pharmaceuticals What is body literacy and why it is important How you can help make this documentary project happen!

20 – What is your Period Trying to Say? Jan 14, 2018

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June 20, 2015 Menstrual cycle wheel. Average menstrual cycle. Bleeding period and ovulation. Nicole Jardim is a leading expert in the area of menstruation and women’s hormones. During our interview, we explored her work addressing the root cause of period abnormalities. Rather than simply treating or masking the symptoms, she strives to find the root of the irregularities and repair the problem naturally. She gives practical advice about figuring out why your period may be irregular and suggests the type of proactive changes you can make to start ovulating regularly and get your cycle sorted out. Listen in as we talk about: what is a normal period? what can your period tell you about your health? how and why to chart your cycle the relationship between estrogen dominance and your cycle the effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in our environment on your period is the pill a solution?

19 – Herbal Supplements for Treating PCOS Jan 14, 2018

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June 11, 2015 The natural treatment of PCOS is a passion of mine. I am happy to share this passion with Dr. Lara Briden, a well respected naturopathic physician. Dr. Briden is my “period guru.” Her new book, The Period Repair Manual, was on my list of vacation reading. For every woman who has ever thought, “I will never have a regular period,” this interview is for you. In our 40 minute interview, she addressed many of the questions I get about herbal supplements for treating PCOS symptoms including insulin resistance, hirstuism and ovulation issues. In our time together, she explained: Why doesn’t the same herb work for all women with PCOS? What herbs are best for different symptoms? Is it safe to take herbs while you are taking fertility drugs, pregnant or breastfeeding? What are the benefits and constraints of herbs such as vitex, peony, licorice, spearmint, turmeric, saw palmetto, myo-inositol, berberine and more?

18 – Top Tips to Help You Beat Stress and Conceive Jan 14, 2018

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May 6, 2015 Got stress? Trying to conceive? Dr. Maizes, respected educator, doctor of integrated medicine and author of Be Fruitful: The Essential Guide to Maximizing Fertility and Giving Birth to a Healthy Child recently sat down with me to discuss stress and its impact on women with PCOS, particularly those trying to conceive. During our 45 minute interview, she made clear the link between fertility and stress as well as provided some excellent, easy to use advice and coping strategies. Listen in and hear about: 7 Tried and True Relaxation Techniques The link between stress, your hormones and fertility Managing stress and well-being with Chinese medicine and Ayurveda Preconception care and the “Fetal Origins Hypothesis".

17 – Optimal Prenatal and Pregnancy Care with PCOS Jan 14, 2018

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April 23, 2015 Most women with PCOS struggle with fertility; I know I did. I frequently hear from women who are not only concerned about getting pregnant, but about maintaining a healthy pregnancy. I am often asked if there are there increased risks in pregnancy with PCOS and whether supplements help. My recent conversation with Rebecca Murray, APRN, outlined many ways that women can best prepare for pregnancy as well as what they can do to enjoy a healthy, issue-free pregnancy. During our 45 minute interview, Rebecca’s integrative approach to fertility touched on important topics including: 3 things to do before you even think about getting pregnant Tests you should consider before and during pregnancy Progesterone related miscarriage and how to prevent it Supplements you should take during pregnancy Managing your risk of gestational diabetes The link between preeclampsia and magnesium deficiency

16 – Eliminate Your PCOS Pelvic Pain Jan 14, 2018

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March 18, 2015 Pelvic pain is a common symptom for women struggling with PCOS. With multiple organs tucked into a very small space, irritation can become widespread and extremely painful. In my interview with Jessica Drummond, a well-respected pelvic physical therapist and owner of a private women’s health clinical nutrition and coaching practice, she stresses the importance of getting to the root of your pelvic pain including hormone imbalances, endometriosis, cysts, muscle fatigue and stress. No woman with PCOS needs to live with pelvic pain. There are steps you can take now to start relieving your PCOS pelvic pain. Listen and learn about: How stress and elevated cortisol can throw your hormones out of balance and increase your pain 2 types of foods your need to reduce or eliminate to dispel your pain Supplements that may help alleviate your symptoms Effective self-care education and techniques How to find a pelvic physical therapist near you.

15 – Reduce Inflammation and Your PCOS Symptoms Jan 14, 2018

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March 6, 2015 If you have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), you have chronic body-wide inflammation. Recently, I spoke with Dr. Felice Gersh, M.D., a leading expert on the subject. Dr. Gersh is one of the top integrative gynecologists in the United States and an expert in the field of PCOS. Her philosophy involves looking at a patient’s whole being in order to help them achieve optimal health. She believes that doctors don’t heal people; they merely help patients resource their own healing abilities and find the right balance in their bodies, ideally through the right mix of exercise, nutrition and lifestyle. In our recent interview, she delivered cutting edge information about PCOS and its causes as well as practical advice on how to begin healing. Listen and you will learn: How gut inflammation is the root of many of your toughest PCOS symptoms The 5 steps you need to take today to reduce inflammation How to protect your children from PCOS starting even before birth Whether a hysterectomy will cure your PCOS How to monitor your inflammation levels.

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