The Hormone Genius Podcast

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S4 Ep. 4: Women's Heart Health 101: Understanding Your #1 Health Threat Sep 13, 2023

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When you think about the biggest health threat to women, what comes to mind? For many, the fear of cancer—especially breast cancer—looms large. But what if the real danger is something far more silent and far more deadly? In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we pull back the curtain on a staggering truth: heart disease is the #1 killer of women, claiming lives at a rate seven times higher than breast cancer. That’s one woman every 40 seconds in the U.S. alone. As a nurse practitioner, I see this disconnect every day—women deeply concerned about cancer, while often unaware of the very real and preventable risks to their heart. Let’s change that. Join us as we dive into the life-saving facts about cardiovascular disease (CAD), why women are uniquely affected, and what you can do today to take control of your heart health. From understanding the most common risk factors to empowering conversations with your doctor, this episode is a call to action—to be informed, proactive, and heart-aware. Because your heart never takes a break for you—maybe it’s time you took a moment for it. Tune in, share with a loved one, and let’s get our hearts pumping in the right direction—for life. Medical Disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

S4 Ep. 3: Pietra Fitness; The Benefits of Stretching for Mind, Body and Soul Sep 06, 2023

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Today we welcome Karen Barbieri, from Pietra fitness! Pietra fitness combines our spiritual health into movement, strengthening and exercise. According to their website "Many forms of exercise—some of them ancient—have provided effective ways to strengthen the body, heal illness, and promote longevity. We recognize the good and true wherever it is found and do well to utilize physical movements that are helpful." We know that the connection of the mind, body and soul is important for whole health and exercise is at the top if the list of things all of can implement to improve our quality and quantity of lifespan. As with nutrition, there are many tools and models of fitness. Jamie & Teresa want to provide you with options and empower you to choose a path of wellness that fits your values and lifestyle. Pietra combines a Christian meditation/prayer with exercise and all faiths are welcome to join! Our bodies are like a great house or cathedral, and we need to keep both the inside and outside strong. Join us in learning about this unique fitness model today! https://www.pietrafitness.com/about-pietra-fitness Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

S4 Ep. 2: Are You Really Informed? The Overlooked Effects of Hormonal Birth Control Aug 23, 2023

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Jamie & Teresa are on a mission to help women become the genius of their own hormones—and that starts with truth, education, and empowerment. In this episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we’re diving deep into a topic that impacts millions of women yet is often misunderstood and under-discussed: the lesser-known side effects of hormonal birth control. Hormonal birth control is one of the most widely used medications among women, but did you know it can affect every system in the body? As one of the most potent endocrine disruptors we introduce into our bodies, synthetic hormones have far-reaching effects—many of which are not fully explained or even acknowledged in the doctor’s office. We believe women deserve full, informed consent when it comes to what they put in their bodies. In this episode, we explore: The lesser-known side effects of hormonal contraceptives Why many women feel dismissed when voicing their concerns The importance of listening to women’s lived experiences Safer, root-cause approaches to family planning and menstrual health You are not alone. Your story matters. And it’s time for a healthcare conversation that starts with listening, validates your experience, and equips you with real options. Whether your experience with birth control has been positive or challenging, we want to hear from you. Let’s start a conversation that puts your health, your voice, and your hormones at the center. Medical Disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

S4 Ep. 1: Menstrual Cycle 101: The Four Hormones & Four Phases Every Woman Should Know Aug 16, 2023

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Welcome back to The Hormone Genius Podcast — Season 4 is here, and we’re so excited to be rolling out another year of empowering, science-backed content to help you become the genius of your own hormones! In this dynamic season opener, Jamie and Teresa catch you up on what’s new, share a few fun updates, and dive right into a foundational (and essential!) refresher on the hormones and phases of the menstrual cycle — what we call the 4x4 overview. Here’s what you’ll learn (or review!): The 4 main hormones that drive your cycle: FSH, Estradiol, LH, and Progesterone The 4 key phases of your cycle: Menstrual, Follicular, Ovulatory, and Luteal How these hormones rise and fall, and what that means for your body, energy, mood, and fertility Why understanding this hormonal flow is critical to seeing your cycle as a vital sign of health How you can begin to track, interpret, and trust your body’s signals to live in sync with your natural rhythm Whether you’re new to cycle education or need a good refresher, this episode lays the groundwork for understanding your hormonal blueprint — knowledge every woman deserves to have. Plus, Jamie and Teresa share resources to help you take your learning even deeper, including Jamie’s Hormone Fiat Institute and the new book for young women, The Happy Girl’s Guide to Being Whole, now available on Amazon. 🎉 Let’s kick off Season 4 strong — equipped, educated, and ready to embrace our hormone genius superpowers! Medical Disclaimer: The information shared in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical or mental health advice from a licensed healthcare provider. 🛒 Check out the book: The Happy Girl’s Guide to Being Whole on Amazon ⭐ Don’t forget to leave a review! 🏫 Explore Jamie’s Hormone Fiat Institute: www.fiatinstitute.com 🎧 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to help women everywhere understand that their hormones are not a mystery — they are genius by design.

S3 Ep. 31: Bonus Summer Episode on Male Fertility; Q & A with Teresa & Jamie Jul 12, 2023

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Men have a hormone genius too! When it comes to fertility, it takes two to tango and we want to take a dive into the issue of male infertility today on The Hormone Genius. Male infertility affects 50% of couples who are dealing with infertility. For those who are struggling with male infertility, or for those of you just interested in learning more about male aspects of fertility then you will want to listen to this episode and share it with a loved one. This is high level and although we cannot give medical advice and always recommend you talk to your doctor/healthcare provider about these issues, we want to provide basic framework of information, and a jumping off point for helping you take the next step to help a male partner/spouse, family member, or friend in your life. We should all have interest in male fertility since we all depend on both a man and a woman to be healthy hormonally, and physically and so let’s learn together how we can all take steps to improve or egg and sperm quality starting today! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

S3 Ep 30: 100 Episodes, Thousands of Women, One Mission: Know Your Body Jun 28, 2023

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100 Episodes of Hormone Genius: Why the Future of Women’s Health Is So Bright In this very special episode of the Hormone Genius podcast, Jamie and Teresa celebrate this incredible milestone by reflecting on the women, families, healthcare providers, and listeners who have made this journey so meaningful. But this episode isn't simply a celebration of reaching 100 episodes. It's a conversation about hope—and the future of women's healthcare. For years, many women have felt disconnected from their bodies or frustrated by the lack of information available about their cycles, fertility, hormones, and overall health. Jamie and Teresa talk about why they believe that is changing, and why the next generation of women has an opportunity to grow up understanding their bodies in a completely different way. They share stories from listeners whose lives have been impacted by the podcast, including women who have gained the confidence to ask better questions, seek out healthcare providers who understand their concerns, and recognize that something may be happening in their bodies that deserves further investigation. One of the most powerful themes of this episode is finding your voice. Understanding your body gives you language. It gives you confidence. And it can help you become a more informed partner with your healthcare provider. Jamie and Teresa also revisit one of the foundational messages of Hormone Genius: Your menstrual cycle is more than fertility. It can be a vital sign of your health. They discuss why learning to recognize ovulation and understand your body's biological markers can help women become more connected to their own healthand why they hope young women will receive this information much earlier in life. You'll hear about: • Why the podcast has grown so organically through listeners sharing it with friends and family • Stories from women who say Hormone Genius changed their lives • The importance of understanding your menstrual cycle as a vital sign of health • Why cycle awareness can help women become more connected to their bodies • How women can become more confident advocates for their own healthcare • The importance of finding healthcare providers who listen and work collaboratively with their patients • Why women shouldn't feel alone when something doesn't seem right with their health • The future of holistic women's healthcare • Why the next generation of women may be better equipped to understand their bodies • The hope behind the growing movement toward fertility awareness and whole-person women's healthcare • What Jamie and Teresa hope to accomplish in the next 100 episodes This episode is ultimately a reminder that you are not powerless when it comes to understanding your health. You can learn how your body works. You can ask questions. You can track your cycle. You can seek out a provider who listens. You can become an informed participant in your own healthcare. And perhaps most importantly, you can share what you learn with another woman. Because change doesn't always happen all at once. Sometimes it happens one woman, one conversation, one family, and one listener at a time. We are incredibly grateful for every listener, review, message, question, share, and story, and we can't wait to continue this journey with you. Here's to the next 100 episodes! Medical Disclaimer The information shared on the Hormone Genius podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The hosts and guests do not provide individualized medical advice through this podcast. Information discussed about hormones, fertility, menstrual cycles, menopause, medications, treatments, or other health conditions should not be used to diagnose or treat yourself or another person.

S3 Ep. 29: Revitalizing Women's Health with Dr. Marguerite Duane Jun 15, 2023

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Today on The Hormone Genius we are joined by Dr. Marguerite Duane who is a guest for the 2nd time and is updating us on her organization, and now non-profit FACTS. Dr. Marguerite Duane, a board-certified family physician and Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University, is co-founder and Executive Director of FACTS – a non profit organization dedicated to educating healthcare professionals about the science supporting fertility awareness based methods. She also works with Modern Mobile Medicine, a direct primary care house-calls based practice serving patients of all ages in the Washington DC area. She is interested in serving an incredible need in the area of medicine by helping to integrate fertility awareness based methods and the science regarding them into the education tracks of doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses and any allied healthcare provider who is interested in learning this important knowledge in women’s health. If you are a medical provider then be looking to attend the conference coming in September called Revitalizing Women’s Health Care Together on the 29th-30th in MInneapolis, MN. One of the featured speakers will be Teresa Kenney from The Hormone Genius! She will be speaking on Menstrual Migraines throughout the Reproductive Lifespan. We will put all the links to the conference below! This episode is all creating the foundation of information, research, and education pathways for all healthcare providers in the area of cooperative and restorative medicine in women's health. Take a look at all the ways you can learn about FACTS and Dr. Duane's work below and don't forget to sign up for the conference if you are a healthcare provider! FACTS Conference: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/revitalizing-womens-health/ FACTS CME Course: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/learn-more/enroll-in-our-elective/ FACTS Webinars: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/learn-more/webinars/ FACTS Elective: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/learn-more/enroll-in-our-elective/ FACTS Ambassador Program: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/learn-more/student-ambassadors/ Become a FACTS Member: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/join/ Support FACTS: https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/learn-more/donation/ Opinions, statements, and beliefs of our interviewees are not necessarily a reflection of the HG podcast's beliefs and opinions as a whole. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

S3 Ep. 28: To Fast or Not to Fast; Nutritional Principles of Fasting & How to Eat with Your Cycle Jun 07, 2023

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Jamie & Teresa wanted to squeeze in one more nutrition with the menstrual cycle episode this season! This episode will focus on the principles of fasting and incorporating this as a tool to help our bodies and our hormones. The inspiration behind this episode came from Jamie reading the book by Dr. Mindy Pelz called 'Fast Like a Girl', and how it inspired Jamie to really think about how fasting could potentially be a helpful tool for some women to implement. We realize that anytime we bring up nutrition and ways to eat, it can be triggering to many so we want to be sure you know that our goal is to just inform, and we do not want to push any sort of dietary intervention on any woman who feels that it could be harmful to them in anyway. This is why we want you to learn for yourself, talk to your doctor, and healthcare providers about your unique situation and make sure you feel called to any nutritional approach you take for your body. What Jamie & Teresa love is learning ourselves, and we love sharing what we have learned with you our listeners. So consider this a fun interview about what we learned from Dr. Pelz and our own knowledge about the cycle and how we can optimize our nutrition to help our hormones, help our menstrual cycles and performance on so many levels of life. We hope you enjoy this episode and share with your friends! Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

S3 Ep. 27: Book Interview with Teresa Kenney WHNP; The Happy Girls Guide to Being Whole May 24, 2023

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Have you been wishing there was a resource for young women that would give them all the information they need to know about their body, their fertility cycle, and their hormones? Do you wish young women knew that there are alternatives to using birth control to treat period problems? In a world where women are often told that their bodies need to be controlled or suppressed, a new book from Lumen Press, in partnership with The Guiding Star Project and the Vitae Foundation, offers a different narrative. Written by women’s health nurse practitioner and co-creator of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Teresa Kenney’s new book The Happy Girl’s Guide to Being Whole aims to set young women free to believe their bodies were made good, and should be supported and respected. With over 22 years of clinical practice, working with women across the reproductive lifespan, and her service on the board of directors of the Guiding Star Project, a national, “wholistic” women’s health movement, Kenney’s experience amounts to a wealth of information for women seeking the truth about their bodies. Jamie will interview Teresa about her new book and what it all entails, how it could change the life of a woman you love, and where you can grab your copy today! It is available at lumenpress.org and on Amazon today, and do not forget to leave a review :) Especially on Amazon to help more women see this book as they are browsing for books about body literacy! https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Girls-Guide-Being-Whole/dp/1735223727/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2C23LSP0CLXJE&keywords=teresa+kenney&qid=1684895726&sprefix=teresa+kenney%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-1 https://www.lumenpress.org/product/the-happy-girls-guide-to-being-whole/ Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

S3 Ep. 26: Jamie's Coaching Certification Program with Fiat Institute; Hormone School Style May 17, 2023

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Join the Hormone Genius gals as they discuss Jamie's new hormone coach certification program through her organization, Fiat Institute. If you are loving this podcast and you are wanting to put "feet" on your convictions, and build a business doing something you love while building a culture that will celebrate the unique attributes of womanhood, hormones included, then be sure to check out the hormone coach certification program! This program is a great compliment to those already in the health field, but it was built specifically for the "everyday woman" to serve the "everyday woman." If you have an entrepreneurial "itch," you love health and hormones, and you desire to be a change agent, be sure to get in contact with Jamie by visiting www.fiatinstitute.com. P.S. Jamie holds LIVE monthly exploratory calls for women wanting to learn more about the program details, costs, requirements, etc. Her next call is taking place May 28, 7pm cst. To register, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErf-2uqzMoH9SdMvYAeXO5zjTyxdPrB6tR Medical disclaimer: The information presented in The Hormone Genius Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.

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