The Hormone Genius Podcast

This week on The Hormone Genius Podcast we welcome a stay at home dad, a self-published author, and hormone genius guy, Author Daniel Kenney, who is also the husband of Teresa Kenney! The life of Teresa's husband will interest many of you in a variety of ways. Learn about how Dan became a stay at home Dad of 8 kids, learned to write stories, and eventually became a self-published author of many children's books, picture books, and cozy mysteries novels, which are under his pen name Daniel Carson! https://www.authordanielcarson.com/ Also, learn about Dan's health journey which includes a transformation of his own body, his hormones, his life really. This includes using a peptide called Tirzepatide for weight loss which I know will interest many. Below is an excerpt from Dan's Memoir called Dad Genius, to give you a flavor of the fun of this interview. Also, Teresa would love for you to consider checking out some of Dan's amazing children's book series which include: The Math Inspectors, The History Mystery Kids, The Science Inspectors & The Remi Muldoon series and so many more! Picture books include: I Am Beautiful Because, I Want to Fix the Moon, I Am Strong Because, I Love You, My Beautiful Boy, I Am Not Afraid to Fail, How to Help An Impatient Cow, and many more. Check out all of Dan's books here https://bakkenbooks.com/pages/daniel-kenney and & https://www.authordanielkenney.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Dad-Genius-Blitherings-Stay-at-Home/dp/1539920437 "The woman had a baby. Then she had two. They needed sleep, shelter, and lots of food. So much food. But still they came. One after another the children came until one day there were 8. Then the woman handed the 8 children to the man. "It's your turn," she said. The man had no plan, below average cooking skills, and a complete inability to fold a sweater. He did things differently than the woman. At first, it was upsetting to some. But eventually, even the skeptics could see. There was something about the way he did things. Some called it Genius. And the man? He called it DAD GENIUS And this is his story. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical advice from a doctor, or any medical professional.

Teresa Kenney NP here! For many years, I have been able to see patients benefit from this medication called low dose naltrexone. But is it more hype than for real? It has been known to be a treatment for an incredible amount of conditions including; autoimmune diseases of every sort, chronic pain, PMS, infertility, pyschiatric disorders, and more. That is what it makes it seem unbelievable, a drug that can help such a wide complex of symptoms and conditions. But I am here to tell you that it may be true. We actually have decent research that proves low dose naltrexone, with its immune system modulation powers, and endorphin boosting capability, can truly treat diseases. What I love about LDN is that it is a more root cause approach than most treatments. Through its ability to help our own immune system reduce inflammation markers, and target tissues to gain cellular health, it truly can allow restoration through an underlying root cause way. Now in certain areas, we have a long way to go in terms of the research, and that includes the area of women's health, especially fertility. You can see that Dr. Phil Boyle is leading the charge in this area by following his work on YouTube. Just search his name and low dose naltrexone and he has several videos. I mention a podcast I listened to about the science of LDN and that link is here; https://open.spotify.com/episode/4o4unT9C6IezTuA7qUydfj This is a real deep dive into the science of LDN that I found very fascinating. Other resources mentioned in this podcast, are the low dose research organization, https://ldnresearchtrust.org/ which has put all of the collective research about low dose naltrexone in one spot. This podcast hopefully will give you some new insights into a drug that has been around for many years and continues to evolve, even in the area of cancer research they are finding the ability to suppress tumor growth with LDN! That doesn't mean this drug is for everyone, but it may be for you, and therefore we believe you deserve to have this information and talk to your own doctor, do your own research about LDN, and decide if looking into this treatment is the right path for healing for your individual health concerns. Again, we stress that this is not medical advice this podcast is for information only, and you should definitely discuss LDN with your doctor. Also, know that most doctors are not familiar with low dose naltrexone, and are only familiar with regular dose naltrexone which is prescribed for drug addiction, smoking addiction and weight loss. That is why it is good to be prepared with research and empower yourself to know what the differences between low dose and regular dose naltrexone are. Thanks to our sponsor Fiat Institute! If the content you’re hearing on this podcast has stirred something in your heart, and you feel called to be part of the change—to launch a mission in hormone health, wellness, and true women’s health care—then this program is for you! The Fiat Institute certifies women as hormone coaches in a six-month program. You’ll learn about gut health, inflammation, liver detox, cycle charting, cycle-syncing, root cause restoration, and the FiatWay Coaching Methodology. Plus, you’ll find community in weekly calls, small-group breakouts, and the Fiat Sisterhood. Seats for January’s cohort are limited! Schedule a discovery call with Jamie today! Be part of the movement to restore women’s health. Fill out an inquiry form: https://www.honeybook.com/widget/fiat_institute_244143/cf_id/63c89f1e0194ff00292a19e2 OR Schedule a 15min 1:1 chat with her! See link: https://calendly.com/hormoneconsult/firesidechat?month=2024-12 To learn more you can visit www.fiatinstitute.com. Medical disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical advice from a doctor, or any medical professional.

Have you ever wondered why doctors are unable to offer any alternatives for women's health issues, other than synthetic birth control? Jamie & Teresa will take a shot at answering this question with some help from a family medicine doctor Rachel Regan! Dr. Regan is passionate about other physicians knowing that it is possible to treat with alternatives to birth control, and give more holistic options for her patients. Dr. Rachel Regan is a board-certified Family Medicine physician who is currently practicing in the Dayton, OH area. She is an NFP-only physician and training to be a NaPro Medical Consultant. She graduated from Caribbean Medical University and then completed residency in 2023 through the University of Tennessee in Jackson, TN. As a Catholic physician she is passionate about teaching women about Natural Family Planning and alternatives to birth control, which eventually lead her to creating a website and blog to make information more easily available to women and couples. "I believe that there are much better alternatives to treating reproductive health problems than birth control. Not only does birth control go against many people's moral values and have a many potential side effects, but it can not be used to diagnose or treat the underlying cause of cycle irregularities and infertility. As an NFP-only physician, I wish that teaching about NFP and alternative treatment options was more widely accepted and taught within medical schools." Get a hold of Dr. Rachel Regan here: www.nfpphysician.com & @nfpphysician Thank you to today's sponsor Pearl & Thistle! Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies–from puberty to perimenopause and everything in between! Moms: Pearl & Thistle’s CYCLE PREP video course is the perfect age-appropriate way to teach your daughter about the menstrual cycle, to talk together about what it’s like to get a period, and get lots of helpful tips to know what’s normal for girls in the first few years of cycling… And if you’re in your 40’s and maybe approaching your own time of transition, Perimenopause Prep will teach you all about the hormonal and cycle changes that come with perimenopause (including why your cycles are crazy short!), providing couples with the resources to navigate NFP during this transition with confidence and positivity, together. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy at pearlandthistle.com. Can also follow on instagram @pearlandthistle 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.

Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast, we welcome a very special guest—Christa “CJ” Johnston, a listener whose life was forever changed by hearing our very own episode on endometriosis. That one episode gave her the language and insight she needed to recognize her symptoms, pursue answers, and ultimately receive a diagnosis that reshaped her path toward healing. In this heartfelt conversation, CJ opens up about her ongoing journey with endometriosis and infertility. She offers a vulnerable and inspiring look into what it means to wrestle with suffering while still clinging to growth, grace, and hope. This episode is a powerful reminder of how knowledge, community, and faith can equip women to advocate for their bodies and find meaning even in the hardest moments. CJ lives in Minnesota with her husband and their spirited golden doodle. She teaches multilingual elementary students by day and works as a hormone coach certified through the Fiat Institute in her spare time. Her mission? To help women reconnect with the beauty of their bodies and the dignity of their design—one conversation at a time. 📩 To learn more about coaching with CJ, email: info@dignityempowered.com 🎧 Listen to the episode that changed CJ’s life: Endometriosis Episode 🌸 Thank you to today’s sponsor: Pearl & Thistle! Helping Catholics understand and love God’s design for the body—from puberty to perimenopause and beyond. Check out their amazing resources for moms, daughters, and couples navigating hormonal transitions with confidence: 🔗 pearlandthistle.com | 📱 Instagram: @pearlandthistle Disclaimer: The views and experiences shared by our guests are personal and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Hormone Genius Podcast. All content is for informational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice.

Jamie & Teresa already knew how much they could learn from Sophie, in our first podcast with her in 2021, but to have her on a 2nd time is truly bringing us to a genius level! Link to previous podcast with Sophie: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-ep-7-gut-health-nutrition-and-getting-to-the/id1527363397?i=1000537722494 When Sophie Shepherd first started, SHE Talks Health back in 2017, she had but one goal – elevating and creating awareness about women’s health, around the world. From the rise in infertility, to epidemically high numbers of chronic illness like Endometriosis, PCOS, and Hashimoto’s, to the intricates of the female libido, irregular and painful menses, impact of hormonal birth control pill and stress and anxiety, SHE Talks Health, empowers women to reclaim their health through learning practical nutrition and holistic lifestyle changes. At 22 she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, put on medication and was told “There was nothing else they could do for me” Exasperated with how lousy she felt, she ended up firing her doctor to search for someone who would truly help her. Today, SHE Talks Health is globally recognised as an organization on the mission to help millions of women to have better periods, happier hormones, a relaxed gut and balanced moods. Empowering women to be the boss of their own health and lives, the organization helps busy women resolve painful and irregular periods, gut issues and anxiety by using the SHE Health Experience Method. This carefully curated method, an amalgamation of functional nutrition, sustainable lifestyle changes, eating psychology coaching, womb healing and functional lab testing, has proven to help women from all over the planet. “We are integrating coaching, lifestyle science, functional lab work and heart centered holistic nutrition coaching with emotional release activations and body love so that our clients feel better not only physically but emotionally and spiritually too,” says Sophie. Founder of SHE Talks Health Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Creator of the SHE Talks Health Podcast Website: www.shetalkshealth.com IG & FB: @shetalkshealth Work with Sophie: FREE HEALTH STRATEGY SESSION WITH ME: www.shetalkshealth.com/call Here is the mineral test Sophie discussed! HTMA LAB REVIEW: https://l.bttr.to/WfoEz Thank you to today's sponsor Pearl & Thistle! Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies–from puberty to perimenopause and everything in between! Moms: Pearl & Thistle’s CYCLE PREP video course is the perfect age-appropriate way to teach your daughter about the menstrual cycle, to talk together about what it’s like to get a period, and get lots of helpful tips to know what’s normal for girls in the first few years of cycling… And if you’re in your 40’s and maybe approaching your own time of transition, Perimenopause Prep will teach you all about the hormonal and cycle changes that come with perimenopause (including why your cycles are crazy short!), providing couples with the resources to navigate NFP during this transition with confidence and positivity, together. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy at pearlandthistle.com. Can also follow on instagram @pearlandthistle 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.

Cervical mucus/fluid is the sign of the main event! It is the gatekeeper of your fertility as well. It is through changes in cervical fluid that your fertility opens and closes in a 5-7 day window around the main event of ovulation. The cervical fluid that tells us that ovulation is approaching has very specific properties. Cervical fluid is a hydrogel, or in other words it is mostly water, 90 to 95% water to be more precise. It contains mucin, glycoproteins, and nutrients that help sperm survive and thrive. As our hormones change, our cervical mucus changes, when the estrogen rises during ovulation our fluid becomes more watery, like raw egg whites and it becomes clear and stretchy, and very slippery. This should be an obvious sign of our bodies that we can observe when wiping front to back in the restroom daily. You can start paying attention every day when doing your regular routine by noting the sensation that you feel when you wipe front to back; was it dry, or smooth, or was it slippery? Look at the tissue next and observe whether you see mucus on the tissue; what does it look like? If you pick it up off the tissue, does it stretch more than an inch? Is it clear or cloudy? These are simple ways to be observant of the changes in your cervical fluid through the menstrual cycle. You can learn to chart these symptoms daily as well in your menstrual tracking chart! Again, the cervical fluid is a biological valve that turns on our fertility, and turns off our fertility. It opens and closes based on the hormonal messages that our cervix is receiving through the body. Estrogen in high amounts creates an increase in cervical fluid. Progesterone dries cervical fluid, therefore after ovulation most women are dry, or have very little vaginal discharge. These are just the very basics about cervical mucus, and we are teaching you today this information for the educational purpose of cycle and body awareness. If you are looking to use cervical fluid as a way to determine fertility for the purpose of either avoiding or achieving pregnancy, than you really want to learn to chart your cycles by a trained professional and scientifically validated method of charting. You can learn about different methods of charting from FACTS. https://www.factsaboutfertility.org/ or this site for FABMS; https://fabmbase.org/ or Managing Your Fertility; https://www.managingyourfertility.com/ If you want to look at beautiful pictures of cervical mucus ferning, check out this article which references the work of Dr. Pilar Vigil and the MIT researcher Dr. Katharina Ribbeck; https://www.sciencefriday.com/articles/cervical-mucus-health/ Also, thank you to this months sponsor! Brigid Tebaldi... Brigid is a birth trauma recovery coach 🫶 helping moms feel strong and safe after a tough birth & find peace! https://www.instagram.com/loretowellness/ Schedule a FREE mini-session with Brigid by visiting her website www.loretowellness.com, as well as a ton of helpful information to help you on the path of healing and peace 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.

How do we as women dress with success with the changes of our bodies, not only through our menstrual cycle, but through life phases of being a woman? Do you feel like you where baggy clothes too often, and dress down instead of up? Do you wonder what style would look best for your particular body type? Well listen up ladies... Angela Foster is in the house and she is going to give you so many fun and practical tips for dressing for success, no matter what your vocation, or state in life as a woman! With over two decades of executive experience in the fashion and beauty industry, Angela Foster specializes in empowering high-achieving petite women to exude confidence by curating a wardrobe tailored to their unique needs. Angela's clients consistently show up self-assured, whether it's during keynote presentations, high-stakes board meetings, or daily life, all thanks to a meticulously curated wardrobe that works with their short-girl status, accentuates their body shape, and reflects their personal style. Angela's expertise has been featured in Real Simple and BestLife, inside of leadership coaching programs, and on podcasts including Wingnut Social and Liz on Biz. Whether it’s through DIY or personalized style coaching, Angela makes sure her clients never again find themselves paralyzed by the dreaded "I have nothing to wear" dilemma. Also, thank you to this months sponsor! Brigid Tebaldi... Brigid is a birth trauma recovery coach 🫶 helping moms feel strong and safe after a tough birth & find peace! https://www.instagram.com/loretowellness/ Schedule a FREE mini-session with Brigid by visiting her website www.loretowellness.com, as well as a ton of helpful information to help you on the path of healing and peace today! 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.

Have you ever wondered why losing weight feels so much harder after 40? Or why eating less and exercising more doesn’t always work anymore? In this powerful episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, Jamie and Teresa sit down with Louise Digby, a registered nutritional therapist and women’s weight loss expert, to answer the questions so many women are asking: 👉 Why does weight loss seem to stall after age 40? 👉 Are calories the real issue—or is something deeper going on? 👉 Are your hormones to blame… or is it more complex than that? Louise is the creator of The Nourish Method to Lasting Fat Loss, an approach that helps women lose weight, rebalance their bodies, and rediscover confidence—without crash dieting or relying on willpower alone. With years of experience, she specializes in getting to the root of hormonal, metabolic, and mindset blocks that hold women back. In this episode, you’ll learn: The most common reasons women hit a weight loss wall in midlife Why hormone balance, gut health, and stress may be sabotaging your efforts How to break the cycle of self-sabotage and finally feel good in your body Simple, science-backed strategies to reclaim your energy, metabolism, and confidence Louise’s mission is to help women feel amazing, stop obsessing over the scale, and finally enjoy getting dressed in the morning. This is a must-listen for any woman who feels like her body is no longer responding the way it used to. 🌿 Learn More About Louise Digby: 🎙️ The Thriving Metabolism Podcast 🌐 louisedigbynutrition.com 📺 YouTube: @louisedigbynutrition Opinions expressed by guests are their own and may not reflect the views of The Hormone Genius Podcast. Medical disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical or mental health advice.

In this empowering episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, hosts Teresa and Jamie introduce a transformative new program from the Fiat Institute: "Six Steps to Ditch the Pill." This groundbreaking initiative is designed to guide women through the process of coming off hormonal birth control with clarity, confidence, and the tools needed for long-term wellness. Whether you’re looking to transition off the pill or support someone who is, this episode offers a powerful look into what true hormone healing can look like—starting with education and ending with a restored connection to your body. 🔍 Here’s a breakdown of what the program covers: Week 1: Understand the Transition Learn what’s happening in your body post-pill and how to ease the process. Week 2: Chart Your Cycle Harness the power of cycle tracking to gain insight into your hormonal rhythms. Weeks 3 & 4: Replenish Nutrients Restore what birth control may have depleted with nutrient-dense food and smart supplementation. Weeks 5 & 6: Gut Repair Heal your gut to support better hormone balance from the inside out. Week 7: Decrease Toxic Load Take control of your environment to reduce hormone-disrupting exposures. Week 8: Restore Relationship with Womanhood Reflect, reconnect, and reclaim your identity as a woman in full hormonal harmony. ✨ Why This Program Matters: Hormonal birth control is often used as a catch-all solution for symptoms—but it rarely addresses the root cause. Six Steps to Ditch the Pill is a deeply supportive program designed to help women heal, rebalance, and take back control of their health—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. 🔗 Join the Beta Program Now: Sign Up Here (Limited spots + reduced pricing!) 💡 Program Perks Include: 1:1 coaching with hormone health experts In-depth hormone and fertility education A comprehensive workbook to guide your journey Tools to track symptoms and measure your progress 📨 Have Questions or Want to Work with Jamie? Email: jamie@fiatinstitute.com Explore more at: Fiat Institute Website If you're ready to ditch the pill and embrace a more vibrant, empowered version of yourself, this episode is your starting point. You’ll walk away inspired, informed, and supported on your journey to hormone freedom. 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.

Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we are talking about 3 popular supplements. N-Acetyl-Cysteine, DIM, and Myo-Inositol. We are diving into what Jamie & Teresa know and recommend in regards to what health benefits could be possible from considering one or more of these 3 supplements. Now it first is important to remember to talk to your trusted health care professional in regards to whether you personally should, or should not take these or any supplement. It is also important to remember that it is good to do your own research. For example, you can look into the database sponsored by the National Institutes of Health called Pubmed https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ and look at all the research articles that exist in regards to these supplements. If you want to have a better idea of how to choose a quality supplement consider this article by FullScript which gives some basic but good information about knowing which supplement companies make quality and responsible products, https://fullscript.com/blog/third-party-certifications. Okay, here is a simple 101 on each supplement we are discussing, but it is just the tip of the iceberg. (NAC) N-acetyl-cysteine is an essential amino acid, a precursor to glutathione, our master antioxidant, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory rich properties. It is used as a detoxification of the liver, especially beneficial for overdoses of acetaminophen. It has been used to treat and support different lung diseases, as it is anti-inflammatory and reduces oxidative stress. It has been used to treat many other diseases, including OCD & trichotillomania, viruses, PCOS, endometriosis, and lastly because of its mucolytic properties has been used to improve quality cervical mucus in patients trying to conceive. (DIM) Diindolylmethane, a compound that comes from cruciferous vegetables, has been found potentially to benefit the modulation and support of estrogen metabolism. The evidence is growing and its use in the supplement world has been growing as well to benefit estrogen dominance, and promote better detoxification of hormones. DIM has done most of its research on stopping the growth of cancer cells, and some research is promising, but more is needed to know if DIM could be used effectively for cancer. Myo-Inositol is a natural isomer of glucose that has some powerful effects in the body. It has been studied well, and found to improve ovulation & menstrual cycles, body mass index, insulin level and cholesterol. It has been studied to prevent gestational diabetes, and also has been used to treat OCD, and other mental health disorders. But, it is most well known for its use in PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) for restoring ovulation, helping with high androgen levels, improving insulin sensitivity, and pregnancy rates. We hope you find this information empowering, and invite you to do your own thorough research and talk to your personal healthcare professional about what supplements are right for you. Also, if you have had a positive experience with one of these three nutrients, please share your story at thehormonegenius@gmail.com! We are featuring today The Hormone Genius mini-course that is on sale now for 37 dollars! Please go to www.hormonegenius.com and sign up for 5 modules of content including: -Five Signs That May Indicate Low Progesterone -Five Ways To Reduce Estrogen Dominance -Five Ways To Naturally Address PCOS -Five Signs That You Might Not Be Ovulating -Five Questions To Ask Your Doctor This includes PDF full informational handouts on all of these topics & 2 hours of video content of Jamie & Teresa educating you to become the genius of your hormones. 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.