The Female Health Solution Podcast

The Female Health Solution Podcast
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Dec 4, 2023 • 13min

579. Top Signs of Adrenal Fatigue

I am dedicating today's episode to sharing more about adrenal fatigue and hormone balance. Increased stress and cortisol is something many of us deal with on a daily basis, and it can be very harmful to overall health and wellbeing. Most women do not realize how much stress is actually contributing to their symptoms.  Chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue or cortisol dis-regulation, but there are other things to consider as well. If you suspect an adrenal issue, this episode is for you!  Learn more about the 1 to 1 program here: https://drbethwestie.com/jumpstart-program/
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Nov 30, 2023 • 14min

578. I Went On A Healing Retreat

We often forget the healing happens in the mind and the body, and there are so many tools beyond food that can help us recover. I am very open about much of my past trauma and process I have used to grow out of it. Recently, I went on a healing retreat and had an incredible experience mentally, physically and emotionally. This episode covers my retreat and how these tools can benefit you too.  Join the 7 Day Hormone Jumpstart: https://drbethwestie.com/7-day-hormone-jumpstart/
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Nov 27, 2023 • 14min

577. The Mindset Behind Fasting

There are so many benefits to fasting, but something that often isn't discussed is the mentality behind fasting. Mindset is a huge part of fasting, especially when it comes to having a good fasting experience. I talk alot about fasting for the female body and I always recommend fasting in a supportive way. In this episode, I share more about the mindset behind fasting to set yourself up for success.  Black Friday Deals: Get $100 off a DUTCH test: https://dr-beth-westie.mykajabi.com/offers/ziRZN6NX?coupon_code=SALE Get 10% off your Tincture order: https://nutritionforyourhormones.com/discount/SALE
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Nov 23, 2023 • 14min

576. The Relationship Between Dopamine, Estrogen and Your Cycle

Let's talk about Dopamine and Estrogen! Neurotransmitters like dopamine influence your memory, movement, motivation and pleasure/happiness. Estrogen is the most dominant at in the first half of your cycle, and has an interesting relationship to dopamine. Without estrogen, dopamine is much less present in the brain. And you need these chemical signals to influence your mood, cortisol, heart rate, appetite, muscle contraction, sleep, etc. This episode covers why dopamine is important, how it relates to your cycle and ways to optimize it in your body.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/
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Nov 20, 2023 • 12min

575. The Difference Between Fat and Water Weight

I am dedicating today's episode to discussing the difference between losing fat and water weight. There are so many hacks and myths when it comes to weight loss and it can be hard to know what will give you sustainable results. Many women focus on the number on the scale but disregard body composition, which ultimately dictates how you look and physical performance.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/  
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Nov 16, 2023 • 12min

574. The Root Cause of Adenomyosis

If you've heard of endometriosis, you may know of a similar condition: adenomyosis. Adenomyosis is the growth of endometrial-like tissue growing into the muscle of your uterus. Adeno can create symptoms that are even more severe and difficult to resolve like pelvic pain and pain with your period. In this episode, I dive into the root cause of adenomyosis and some treatment options.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/
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Nov 13, 2023 • 14min

573. The Root Cause of PMDD

PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is an extreme form of PMS. It often looks like big shifts in mood, feelings of sadness, hopelessness, anger, etc. The mental and physical discomfort that comes with PMDD can be debilitating. It's important to look at the root cause in order to find a way to treat and minimize the impact of PMDD. This episode covers what's behind the discomfort of PMDD and ways to start treating it!  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/
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Nov 9, 2023 • 12min

572. How Often You Should Be Working Out

Moving your body is an important part of wellness. Many women assume that the more the better when it comes to exercise but this is typically not the best approach. The female body actually responds better when movement is synced to the hormone cycle. This episode dives into workouts, strength training and how often you really need to workout to see results.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/
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Nov 6, 2023 • 15min

571. How Dieting Impacts Your Metabolism

Women who diet frequently often go through periods of restricting calories/nutrients or changing the type of foods they consume. This can have an impact on weight but it also impacts metabolic function. Metabolism is essentially how your body processes and converts into energy, so it's important to support it through nutrition and lifestyle. This episode dives into how dieting can impact metabolism and ways you can support it.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/
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Nov 2, 2023 • 12min

570. Top Mistakes When Dealing With Fatigue

Let's talk about mistakes when dealing with fatigue. Fatigue is a big sign that something is off in your body and how you deal with it really matters. Relying on caffeine or just pushing through can make things way worse! This episode is all about fatigue, how to deal with it and what not to do along the way.  DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

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