Archives: Episodes

s2 e13: How to transition off hormonal birth control

In this episode, I’m covering a highly requested topic: how to support your body when transitioning off of hormonal birth control. Coming off the birth control pill is what sparked my own hormone healing journey and there’s so much that I wish I knew back then that I will be sharing with you in this […]
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s2 e12: Supporting the vagus nerve with Ami Brannon from Neuvana

In this episode, we are covering an important topic for the healing journey and that is the vagus nerve. I’m joined by Ami Brannon. Ami is a co-founder of Neuvana and was the company’s Chief Executive Officer in its startup phase.  She currently serves as Chief Revenue Officer, focusing on marketing, sales, and the customer […]
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s2 e11: Intro to lymph flow with leah

In this episode, we are covering a topic I’ve been learning more and more about and has not stopped amazing me and that is the lymphatic system! I’m joined by Leah Levitan.  Leah is a licensed massage therapist, educator, and certified lymphatic drainage specialist. In her Austin clinic, she supports and works with women on […]
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S2 E10: supporting blood sugar balance with Jillian Greaves, RD

In this episode, we are diving deeper into blood sugar balance and insulin resistance with PCOS expert and functional dietitian, Jillian Greaves. Jillian provides comprehensive nutrition and lifestyle counseling to women, with a special emphasis on PCOS, hormone balance, and digestive health. Jillian helps clients identify and address the root causes of their hormone and […]
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S2 E9: Getting to the root cause of hair loss

In this episode, we are taking a deep dive into what causes hair loss and how we can support healthy hair. As with most things related to women’s health, the topic of hair loss is complicated.  Rarely is there a sole reason for hair loss. For example, hypothyroidism and inadequate thyroid hormone levels are among […]
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S2 E8: The Gut Skin Connection with Christa Biegler

In this episode, we are covering one of our most requested topics and that is gut health and its connection to our skin. To dig into this more, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Christa Biegler. Christa is an award-winning dietitian nutritionist, host of the Less Stressed Life podcast, and author of The Eczema […]
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S2 E7: How to Boost Progesterone Levels Naturally

One of the most common questions we get is how to naturally increase progesterone. And to be honest, this is a loaded question. Often people are looking for a magical food or supplement to boost their progesterone levels, but in reality, there’s a lot more at play. There are 3 main areas we want to look […]
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S2 E6: Anxiety & Healthcare with Michelle Shapiro

In this episode, we will be focusing on the nuanced subject of anxiety and our failing healthcare system. I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Michelle Shapiro. Michelle is an Integrative/ Functional Registered Dietitian and Patient Advocate practicing virtually in New York City. In her one on one practice, Michelle helps executives heal from stress […]
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S2 E5: My Pregnancy Journey

  Listen on Apple Podcasts Intro:Amanda: Hey, this is Amanda, women’s health dietitian.Emily: And I’m Emily, nutritional therapy practitioner.Amanda: And this is the Are You Menstrual? podcast where we help you navigate the confusing world of women’s hormones and teach you how to have healthy periods.Emily: Each week we will be diving into a different […]
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S2 E3: Supporting Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders with Nicole Fennell

Listen on Apple Podcasts Intro:Amanda: Hey, this is Amanda, women’s health dietitian.Emily: And I’m Emily, nutritional therapy practitioner.Amanda: And this is the Are You Menstrual? podcast where we help you navigate the confusing world of women’s hormones and teach you how to have healthy periods.Emily: Each week we will be diving into a different topic […]
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