Do you suffer from uncomfortable PMS symptoms like cramps, mood swings and fatigue? Did you know that simply changing your food choices could actually reduce these symptoms? Listen in as we talk about PMS symptoms and what we, as nutritionist, find helpful to relieve those symptoms.
Apr 16
Healthy Snacks to Satisfy Your Cravings - Ask a Nutritionist
Along with the why behind cravings, this episode is packed with practical, real-food snack ideas. Leah shares simple options for sweet, chocolate, and salty cravings, as well as nighttime snacking, including yogurt with berries, protein shakes, apple slices with nut butter, cotta ... Show More
28m 43s
Apr 13
Essential Nutritional Strategies for GLP 1 Success
GLP-1 medications can support weight loss, but without proper nutrition, they may also cause fatigue, muscle loss, and nutrient deficiencies. In this episode of Dishing Up Nutrition, our dietitians explain how these medications affect appetite, digestion, and metabolism, and what ... Show More
31m 28s
Apr 9
Cooking For One? Tips, Tricks, & Meal Ideas - Ask a Nutritionist
Cooking for one can feel like more effort than it’s worth, but it doesn’t have to mean takeout, snack dinners, or eating the same leftovers all week. In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Kara shares simple, practical strategies to make solo cooking easier, more flexible, and mo ... Show More
18m 47s
Nov 2021
What is PMS?
What is PMS? Thanks for asking!
Headaches, bloating, painful swelling in the breasts and lower abdomen, stress, extreme fatigue, anxiety, and depression; the list is almost endless. These are some common symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, known as PMS for short.
They usually ... Show More
4m 38s
Jul 2023
From PMS to Menopause: How to Hack Your Hormones and Use Science to Lose Weight, Sleep Better and Get Your Mojo Back
<p>In this episode, double-board certified Dr. Amy Shah is here to explain the science of hormones, how they impact a woman's body, and more importantly, what you can do about it.</p><p> </p><p>If you’re tired of PMS, bloating, mood swings, hot flashes, the belly "bread basket," ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2023
How hormones and the menstrual cycle affect mental health, with Tory Eisenlohr-Moul, PhD
Despite the sexist jokes, the menstrual cycle doesn’t cause significant changes in mood or behavior for most people. But a small percentage do suffer severe premenstrual symptoms, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Tory Eisenlohr-Moul, PhD, of the University of Illinois C ... Show More
30m 23s
Sep 2023
Understanding our periods, phases, PMS and more
<p>✨<strong>Happy PCOS Awareness Month! </strong>✨</p>
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<p>Period health and knowledge is really empowering. It’s a great way to become in tune with our bodies and support our bodies instead of fighting it. Unfortunately, periods are considered a taboo subject but I wa ... Show More
18m 42s
<p>In this episode of the Holistic Women's Health podcast, Alex shares with you the four types of PMS and what it means for your health. Which type are you?</p>
<p>PMS-A: Anxiety</p>
<p>PMS-H: Hyperhydration/Weight Gain</p>
<p>PMS-C: Cravings</p>
<p>PMS-D: Depression</p>
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<p class="" style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Now I’m sure you’ve heard of hormonal imbalances, but have you heard of oestrogen dominance?</p><p class="" style="white-space:pre-wrap;">If you experience PMS, period pain or heavy periods, you may be experiencing the effects of oestroge ... Show More
