Balancing Hormones Naturally

If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the kitchen with a bag of chocolate, telling yourself you’ll “start fresh on Monday,” this episode is for you. Sugar cravings aren’t about having no will power, they’re powerful signals from your body about hormones, blood sugar, and even mineral balance.In this episode I’m sharing:Why the blood sugar roller coaster (spike → crash → crave) keeps you stuck in a cycle you can’t willpower your way out ofSneaky foods that spike blood sugar (yes, even smoothies, juices, and fruit on their own) and how to pair them for optimal blood sugar balanceHow progesterone shifts your insulin sensitivity and ramps up cravings before your periodWhy stress and high cortisol levels make your cravings worse, and what your CGM would show during a tough meetingThe mineral deficiencies (especially magnesium, sodium, and potassium) that make cravings worse and how to spot if that chocolate obsession is really your body asking for mineralsWhy parasites (yep, gross but true) and dopamine-seeking behaviors can fuel nighttime cravingsMy “Craving Reset” approach to stabilize blood sugar, support progesterone, replenish minerals, and calm the nervous system naturallyRemember: cravings aren’t a weakness. They’re a message. This episode will help you decode what your body is asking for and give you practical tools to break free from the constant cycle of sugar highs and crashes.Chapters:00:00 Understanding Stress and Cravings02:29 The Blood Sugar Roller Coaster08:20 The Role of Hormones in Cravings13:43 Mineral Deficiencies and Cravings16:26 The Impact of Parasites on Cravings19:19 Practical Steps to Manage Cravings24:45 Supporting Hormonal BalanceLeah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites🙏 Thank you to Paleovalley for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://paleovalley.com/promos/balancing-hormones-naturally-multi-product-page and enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

If you're sitting on day 30 of your cycle wondering why you haven't ovulated yet, this episode is for you. Ovulation is like a monthly report card for overall health. When it's delayed or missing, your body is missing out on progesterone, your "keep calm and carry on" hormone that stabilizes mood, improves sleep, and supports metabolism.In this episode I'm sharing:• Why stress (both obvious and hidden internal stress like food sensitivities) literally hijacks hormone production and delays ovulation• The nutrient deficiencies that prevent ovulation (magnesium, B vitamins, & zinc) and why your "normal" labs might miss the real story• How thyroid issues and PCOS mess with ovulation timing, even when doctors say you're fine• Why that intense workout routine or restrictive diet sends your body into survival mode• My exact approach to get ovulation back on track naturallyRemember: ovulation brings your period. No ovulation means no real period just withdrawal bleeds that fool you into thinking everything's fine. This episode will help you get to the root of why your body hits pause on ovulation and what you can do to get back on track.Leah's Favorite things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites00:00 Understanding Ovulation and Pregnancy05:49 The Importance of Tracking Ovulation11:55 Factors Affecting Ovulation17:51 Nutritional Impact on Ovulation23:50 Stress and Hormonal Balance27:58 Call to Action🙏 Thank you SO much to Nutrisense for sponsoring this episode!👉 nutrisense.io/leah - Code : Leah33 save 33% on your Nutrisense program—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

Spotting before your period can feel confusing or even worrying—but it’s also one of the most common signs of low progesterone. In this video, I’ll break down why spotting happens, what it says about your cycle, and simple steps you can take to support healthy progesterone levels. If you’ve ever wondered whether spotting is “normal” or a sign of hormone imbalance, this video will give you clarity.Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode! Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.Thank you SO much to and Nutrisense for sponsoring this episode! nutrisense.io/leah - Code : Leah33 save 33% on your Nutrisense programBook your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magicLearn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-programSign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coachingExplore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/ Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/ Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is often brushed off as “bad PMS,” but it’s much more complex than that. In this video, I’m breaking down what PMDD really is with Monica Grohne, how it impacts cycle health, and why it’s not just about mood swings. I’ll also share how supporting your hormones with tools like Marea Wellness can make a difference because healing takes more than quick fixes. Whether you’ve struggled with extreme cycle symptoms or are just learning about PMDD, this video will give you clarity and support.🙏 Thank you SO much to Pique for sponsoring this episode!👉 piquelife.com/BHN - 20% off of the radiant skin duo and a free starter kit.➡️ Check out Marea Wellness: https://mareawellness.com/?dt_id=2584920👉 Code is leah_brueg➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

PCOS can feel overwhelming—but hormone balance is possible. In this video, I’m sharing 3 simple, practical steps you can take right now to support your body, improve your symptoms, and work with your hormones instead of against them.🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.🙏 Thank you SO much to and Nutrisense for sponsoring this episode!👉 nutrisense.io/leah - Code : Leah33 save 33% on your Nutrisense program➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

If you’ve been taking progesterone supplementation but still have low progesterone, you’re not alone. Taking progesterone doesn't "fix" the underlying issue. In this episode, I’m breaking down why progesterone issues are often rooted in deeper stress, hormone, and nervous system imbalances and why supplements alone won’t solve the whole picture.🙏 Thank you SO much to Pique for sponsoring this episode!👉 piquelife.com/BHN - 20% off of the radiant skin duo and a free starter kit.➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

Your hormones aren’t the same every day, so why should your routine be? In this video, I’m breaking down the basics of cycle syncing: how to align your nutrition, exercise, and rest with each phase of your menstrual cycle to feel more energized, balanced, and in tune with your body.4 phases of your cycle can be found here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/podcast/four-phases-of-menstrual-cycle?rq=phases%20of%20cycle🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.🙏 Thank you SO much to and Nutrisense for sponsoring this episode!👉 nutrisense.io/leah - Code : Leah33 save 33% on your Nutrisense program—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

It’s one of the most frustrating parts of navigating your healthy journey when your basic labs come back “normal,” but you feel anything but fine. In this video, I’m sharing my personal experience and what I’ve learned about advocating for deeper testing, trusting yourself when you know more help is needed and finding answers when the standard system says you’re okay.🙏 Thank you SO much to Pique for sponsoring this episode!👉 piquelife.com/BHN - 20% off of the radiant skin duo and a free starter kit.🙏 Thank you SO much to and Nutrisense for sponsoring this episode!👉 nutrisense.io/leah - Code : Leah33 save 33% on your Nutrisense program➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links.

Healing isn’t linear and it’s not just about what you eat or what you take. In this video, I’m opening up about my own healing journey, including navigating mold illness, supporting my nervous system, and the deeper emotional and spiritual work that made a real difference. If you’ve tried all the “right” things and still feel stuck, this one’s for you.Additional Links & Resources: Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode! Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links.

In this episode, I’m sharing the whirlwind story of my labor, from being told I had hours to spare after my water broke… to giving birth just three minutes later. It was fast, intense, and nothing like I expected. I’m also opening up about the postpartum challenges that followed, including dealing with mastitis, and the practical tips that helped me recover. Whether you're preparing for birth or navigating new motherhood, this episode is raw, real, and full of encouragement.Additional Links & Resources: Thank you to Pique for sponsoring this episode! Go to https://piquelife.com/BHN for 20% off and a FREE starter kit.➡️ Book your FREE consult call: https://link.healthmsgsender.com/widget/booking/bRa7dic05dThvnu4RxRz ➡️ (FREE TRAINING) Learn the 3 secrets to balancing your hormones naturally: https://freehormonetraining.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=podcast—⏺ Get your personalized hormone balance protocol:https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/mineral-magic⏺ Learn more about my 6-month hormone reset program: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/hormone-reset-program⏺ Sign up for my coaching program (limited access): https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/private-coaching⏺ Explore all of my favorite products here: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect: 📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links.