
Balancing Hormones Naturally
Boost your energy, balance hormones naturally, and heal holistically all without uprooting your entire life! Learn the secrets to balancing your hormones at: freehormonetraining.com.Have you ever tried to Google your symptoms only to slam the laptop shut in frustration? Do you want natural, holistic solutions that actually work? Are you tired of being told that everything is normal, when you know it’s not? Are you ready to take back your health to live your best life? In this 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 that allow you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription. If you're ready to reclaim your energy, learn how to listen to your body, and holistically improve your overall health, you're in the right place! I’ll be sharing my tried and true methods for blood sugar balance, improved sleep quality, weight loss, and increased energy levels so you can live your healthiest life all without unreasonable lifestyle shifts, like restrictive dieting or excessive supplementing.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.Five years ago, I found out I had fibroadenomas (benign breast tumors), which 90% of the time return after surgical removal. I decided not to undergo the operation and instead found a way to heal the underlying cause. After years of extreme pain, irregular cycles, and ovarian cysts, I finally learned how to balance my hormones which healed my fibroadenomas and led me to regular, pain-free periods. I learned how to make lifestyle shifts, remove toxins from my environment, and give my body what it actually needs to function optimally and heal on a cellular level. After my experience, I became a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner so that I can empower women in their own holistic health journey.Even if you’ve been told your labs are normal or that your symptoms aren’t a cause for concern - YOU are the expert of your body and your experience. You deserve to feel AMAZING, not just “normal”. I’m here to help you achieve optimal overall health through simple, straightforward lifestyle changes that you can start to implement today. Balancing Hormones Naturally isn’t just the name of the podcast, it’s the way forward to a happier, healthier life and I can’t wait to join you on the journey! Connect with Leah:📧 Email: leahbcoaching@gmail.com🌐 Website: leahbrueggemann.com📷 IG: @leah_brueg and @balancinghormonesnaturallyHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 27, 2023 • 35min
Episode 103: Pamper Your Period with Garnuu
Pamper Your Period with Garnuu Macy Maxson is the Founder and CEO of Garnuu, an organic feminine care company that is on a mission to create periods that don’t cramp your style (pun intended). She started Garnuu in 2021 out of a passion for helping women worldwide by using our periods to help fight human trafficking globally. We talk a lot about the ways you can impact your hormones and period through diet and nutrition, but the hygiene products we use during our period have a huge impact as well. In this episode, we chat with Macy about the impact of organic period products, how she was able to create healthy products, and why it's so important to her.In this episode, you will learn more about:How bleach and other chemicals can impact your hormones and cycleWhy it's so important to use clean and organic period productsHow Macy and Garnuu are able to create safe and healthy period products that support women and girls around the world who are impacted by sex traffickingConnect with Macy and see all the amazing products on her website and on TikTok. Use coupon code LEAH to get 15% off your first order at Garnuu!..Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15 Rowe Casa Organics: LEAHB for 20% off ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10 NED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDN You can join our private Facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_brueg 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 20, 2023 • 44min
Episode 102: How to Choose Clean Makeup Brands
How to Choose Clean Makeup BrandsChoosing safe and healthy makeup Is harder than it should be - let's simplify it! We all know that generic, drug-store makeup is full of toxins and things that are not good for our skin or for the world. But even makeup that is labeled as "clean", "organic", or "non-toxic" can have hidden chemicals that affect our health and hormones. In this episode, we talk about how to research product ingredients, ingredients to look for and avoid, and which products I like for both safe ingredients and great performance.In this episode, you will learn more about:Which chemicals to look out for and whyHow even certified products can end up with forever chemicals (PFAS)Great products that work well and are made with ethical and safe ingredientsBands mentioned in this episode:Yuka App Aisling OrganicsFit Glow Beauty Crunchi $10 off couponRejuva Minerals (liked ingredients, but had PFAS)Chemicals & ingredients mentioned in this episode:PhenoxythanolCyclopentasiloxaneDioxinsPetroleumPolybuteneMOSHSPolyethylene:FragranceTalcPhthalateParabensDEPDBPDEHPTitanium Dioxide (you want it to be non-nano)Additional Resources:Switch & Ditch Guide .....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15 Rowe Casa Organics: LEAHB for 20% off ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10 NED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDN You can join our private Facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_brueg 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 2023 • 48min
Episode 101: Entrusting Your Health to Ethical Companies
Entrusting Your Health to Ethical CompaniesJoin us with Jill Rowe to learn all about how she founded one of my favorite non-toxic companies, Rowe Casa Organics. We discuss how Rowe Casa got started, the importance (and difficulty!) of sourcing ethical and clean ingredients, and how the world gives you what you need to fulfill your purpose.Jill Rowe is the founder and co-owner of Rowe Casa Organics, a company that strives to provide the best all-natural, and effective products to help others thrive and live healthier lifestyles. In 2017, Jill started to create all-natural remedies for her family of five. After sharing the effectiveness of these products with friends, the Rowes soon had cars lining up on their street to pick up orders. Then in 2020, after being diagnosed with breast cancer while 8.5 months pregnant, Jill dove into research, driven to learn more and more about natural health, not only for her own health journey but to support and educate others as well.In this episode, you will learn more about:The importance of finding companies you can trustThe difficulties of ethical and healthful material sourcingWhy Rowe Casa is one of my all-time favorite companiesConnect with Jill Rowe on Instagram and the Rowe Casa Organics website.Use Coupon Code LEAHB for 20% off your first order.....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10 Rowe Casa Organics: LEAHB for 20% off NED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDN You can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_brueg 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 health care provider. Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 6, 2023 • 26min
Episode 100: Pick Your Poison - Living a Non-Toxic Life
No matter what we do, as long as we live on this planet, we can't achieve the perfect non-toxic life. This doesn't mean we shouldn't do what we can but understanding that we'll never achieve perfection can help us to decide where we can get the most bang for our buck and where our efforts make the biggest impact.It's important to take it slow and know that we can't make the change overnight. Join me in this episode, the first in a series of non-toxic living, to learn how to get started and where to focus your energy.In this episode, you will learn more about: The importance of lowering your toxic intake Prioritizing which toxins to cut out based on your needs and lifestyle Understanding the slow transition of non-toxic changesAdditional Podcast Resources: The Switch & Ditch Guide A Sweet & Spicy Non-Toxic Gift Guide for Valentine’s Day....CGM through Levels is here levels.link/leahbSeed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15Real Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAHB for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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 health care provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 2023 • 21min
Episode 99: The Truth About Cutting Calories for Weight Loss
The Truth About Cutting Calories for Weight LossWe’ve all been told that calorie deficit is what leads to weight loss. But it’s more complicated than just cutting your caloric intake. There’s so much more we can do outside of cutting calories. Before you start cutting calories, especially if you’ve already tried that, we can first address our metabolic issues - insulin intolerance, hypothyroidism, hormone balance, and nutrient deficiencies. All of these factors influence our body and how it processes energy, weight loss, and weight gain.In this episode, we dive into the truth behind calorie deficits and what you can do to set yourself up for success when it comes to nutrition and weight loss.In this episode, you will learn more about: Overeating versus undernourishing Blood sugar balance and why you have cravings while dieting Important nutrients and minerals for metabolic balanceAdditional Podcast Resources: Balancing Your Blood Sugar Using Your Menstrual Cycle for Weight Loss How to Optimize Your Metabolism.....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 2023 • 44min
Episode 98: Overcoming PCOS Infertility with Dr. Angela Potter
Is your doctor talking with you about the importance of gut health for fertility? Or ordering a comprehensive look at your hormone and nutrient health through lab tests? Has your doctor personalized your PCOS treatment to the specific type of PCOS you have? Things like these could be what’s keeping you from getting pregnant and should be addressed.Dr. Angela Potter is a functional medicine naturopathic doctor and leading expert in PCOS fertility. She is the creator of the PCOS Fertility Protocol that helps women with an individualized approach to overcoming infertility with PCOS.As someone who struggled with a health issue where she was dismissed from her doctor, handed a pill, and told to come back if she needed anything more (spoiler alert, it didn’t work, and she didn’t go back), Dr. Potter chose another way that actually worked. She is dedicated to helping others understand their PCOS and learn to advocate for themselves with their doctors.In this episode, you will learn more about: PCOS diagnosis process Four types of PCOS How understanding your PCOS and cycle is the groundwork for fertilityConnect with Dr. Potter:What’s My PCOS Type? Virtual Session Discount Code: balancinghormonesnaturallyYouTube: @drangelapotterPCOS Fertility Protocol Program.....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 9min
Episode 97: Pregnancy Prep: Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Angie Mueller
Pregnancy Prep: Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Angie MuellerThe most marvelous thing about the human body is its ability to heal itself. As a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and prenatal/postpartum training, Dr. Angie Mueller focuses her therapy on providing energy to remove obstacles to allow natural healing to occur.After earning a bachelor's degree in health & science with a concentration in sports medicine from Colorado State University, Dr. Mueller went on to write her doctoral thesis on the effects of pregnancy and delivery on the pelvic floor muscles. After working with athletes, she created a women's health program for women needing surgical intervention for pelvic issues such as prolapse, incontinence, pelvic pain, and endometriosis.This work introduced Dr. Mueller to Maya medicine, the work of Rosita Arvigo, and mentor, Cindy Aprosmonte, who taught Dr. Mueller about indigenous medicine. These new methodologies lead Dr. Mueller to incorporate abdominal massage and passive organ positioning into her physical therapy protocols.Dr. Mueller has incorporated all of this incredible learning and training into her a powerful new protocol to treat women and men, athletes and non-athletes, with core, back, and pelvic health issues. The Core Recovery Method has helped Dr. Mueller's patients find complete resolution of their pelvic and core issues.In this episode, you will learn more about:Preparing your pelvic floor for pregnancy and deliveryWhy you should strengthen whole muscle groups (instead of focusing only on Kegels)The importance of breath practice and awareness for strength building and deliveryConnect with Dr. Angie:Instagram: @corerecoveryptCore Recovery Method Online Program....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10 Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% off NED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDN You can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_brueg 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 health care provider. Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 2023 • 27min
Episode 96: A Sweet & Spicy Non-Toxic Gift Guide for Valentine’s Day
A Sweet & Spicy Non-Toxic Gift Guide for Valentine’s DayWith Valentine's day just around the corner, chances are you're shopping for friends, family, significant others, or yourself! It can be tough to find non-toxic items in the sea of cheap candy and drug store cosmetics so look no further for your Valentine's day non-toxic gift guide.Treat a special someone to a healthier version of chocolate, bath bombs, coffee, or even something special for the bedroom. You can also share this list with someone else if they need a bit of direction in what would make a good gift for you! Tune in to hear more about the variety of high-quality, non-toxic items available for your Valentine's day shopping.In this episode, you will learn more about:Non-Toxic Gift IdeasWhat to look for in quality, non-toxic chocolateThe best non-toxic makeup and perfume optionsBrands mentioned in this episode:Daydream DessertsHu ChocolateEvolved ChocolateOrgano Mushroom Coffee (affiliate link)Further Foods CollagenWestman AtelierAisling OrganicsDime Beauty PerfumeStatic NailsNatural Sloth Candles (Etsy)....Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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 health care provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 30, 2023 • 52min
Episode 95: Managing Menopause with Nutrition & Hormone Replacement Therapy
Managing Menopause with Nutrition & Hormone Replacement TherapyBy 2030, there will be 1.2 billion women going through menopause, with many of these women experiencing symptoms that disrupt their quality of life, including hot flashes, insomnia, brain fog, vaginal dryness, low libido, weight gain, and fatigue. Unfortunately, our medical system is not offering women the support and treatment options they need to help them feel better.In this episode, we're talking with Esther Blum, an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause expert. In the past 27 years, she has helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy!In this episode, you will learn more about: How to prepare for menopause so you can be a Menopause Rockstar Balanced nutrition for perimenopause and menopause Four core supplements to take during menopause Hormone replacement therapy during menopauseConnect with Esther: Website: https://estherblum.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/GorgeousEstherGet Esther's Book:See Ya Later, Ovulator!.......Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15ENERGYbits®: LEAHB for 20% offReal Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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 health care provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 23, 2023 • 42min
Episode 94: Holistically Healing Headaches and Stress with Dr. Meg Mill
Dr. Meg Mill is a Functional Medicine Practitioner, bestselling author, podcast host, and speaker. In her virtual Functional Medicine practice, she works with patients worldwide to heal the root cause of their health struggles through advanced diagnostic testing and personalized support.She has been seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, Fox News Channel, and in Reader's Digest, Health Magazine. Dr. Meg Mill has also appeared on national news and on many podcasts. She is particularly passionate about helping people end headaches and migraines, balance hormones, and heal their gut with her proven E.A.T. Method.In this episode, you will learn more about: Discovering the root cause of your headaches and migraines and addressing them naturally Food sensitivities and how they may be impacting your life Stress and how it affects your bodyConnect with Dr. Meg Mill:Website: https://www.megmill.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmegmill/P.S. The Hormone Reset Program is open! This is an 8-week group coaching program where you will learn how to make the necessary lifestyle and nutrition shifts to balance your hormones naturally and sustainably.Join the Hormone Reset Program today!.......Seed cycling from Funk it Wellness: LEAH15Real Mushroom extracts: LEAH10Rowe Casa Organics: LEAH for 20% offNED CBD: LEAH to save 15%Mushroom coffeeGet your supplements at a discount hereAll of Leah’s favorite productsApply for 1:1 coachingLearn more about FDNYou can join our private facebook group Balancing Hormones NaturallyFollow us on Instagram @balancinghormonesnaturallyFollow me on Instagram @leah_bruegThe 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 health care provider.Some of these links contain affiliate links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.