Discover why low progesterone is common and how to identify and rebalance it naturally. Learn about the role of internal and external environments on hormone balance, signs of low progesterone, diet considerations, and supplements for increasing levels. Dive into the interconnectedness of mind and body in maintaining hormonal balance.
External and internal environments impact hormone balance, emphasizing nutrition and toxin exposure.
Addressing root causes of low progesterone includes stress reduction, balanced nutrition, and hormone-supportive supplements.
Deep dives
Overview of Functional Nutrition Podcast
The podcast introduces the concept of functional nutrition, emphasizing the impact of diet, environment, emotions, and beliefs on physical health. The host critiques diet culture and traditional healthcare, highlighting the need for a new health model. She stresses the importance of understanding the interplay of hormones like a symphony rather than isolated effects. Internal and external environments, including nutrition, toxin exposure, and emotional beliefs, play a significant role in hormone health.
Emphasis on Safety and Environment
The importance of safety in both internal and external environments is discussed, linking it to hormone production. Internal safety involves nourishment, blood sugar regulation, and toxin exposure, while external factors like home toxins can impact hormone balance. The podcast highlights how thoughts and beliefs influence the body's safety perception, affecting hormone regulation.
Root Causes and Impact of Progesterone Deficiency
The episode explores root causes of low progesterone, including anovulatory cycles, stress, and lifestyle factors. Strategies to support healthy progesterone levels are detailed, such as stress reduction, balanced nutrition, and hormone-supportive supplements like zinc and magnesium. The host underscores the need for active participation in one's health journey to address hormonal imbalances.
Practical Solutions and Supplement Recommendations
Practical solutions to enhance progesterone levels are provided, including the use of Vitex, maca, and adaptogenic herbs like rhodiola. The significance of lifestyle factors like adequate nutrition, stress reduction, and balanced exercise routines in promoting hormonal health is highlighted. Supplement recommendations, such as myo-inositol for supporting ovulation and overall hormone production, are also shared.
Progesterone has always been an unsung hero in our eyes, but now it’s getting its time in the sun - which is a good thing! Progesterone is super important for mood regulation, brain clarity, and thyroid health. That being said, it’s a very common hormone imbalance and the conventional solution is to treat with synthetic Progestin. At Team FN, we start with a root cause approach. Today we’re going to talk about WHY low progesterone is so common, how to identify if you have it, and what you can do about it.
Timestamps
(2:50) The key role that your internal & external environments play in hormone balance
(18:30) Important questions to ask yourself when starting to rebalance hormones
(30:06) Signs & symptoms of low progesterone
(32:39) Reasons why your progesterone might be low
(35:28) Diet & nutrition considerations for low progesterone and overall hormone health
(40:32) Can you increase progesterone levels with supplements?