The Female Health Solution Podcast

Giving and receiving friendship when you are physically or mentally overloaded is TOUGH. Community and support is so important especially when things are hard, but sometimes it feels like one more ball to drop. I know this first hand! In this episode, I am sharing about my personal struggles with maintaining friendships in overwhelming seasons of life and how this can actually impact overall health and wellness. Let's dive into friendship, overwhelm and pursuing balance! Supplements for your hormones: https://nutritionforyourhormones.com

I am dedicating today's episode to discussing stress and how it impacts your hormones. I have seen a huge uptick in stress for so many women and this can create many negative symptoms in the body. Anxiety and stress often starts mentally and emotionally but manifests physically. It is vital to your health to implement tactics for reducing stress! The goal of this episode is to open the conversation around these issues and share ways you can improve your health. Supplements for your hormones: https://nutritionforyourhormones.com

Let's talk about the role of inflammation in the body! Many women feel inflammation as puffiness, bloating or excess fluid and it can be very uncomfortable. The truth is inflammation is actually an important part of the healing process in the body when there is an injury, infection, etc. There are some ways to assist the body in releasing this inflammation, both externally and internally. This episode will cover the ins and outs of inflammation, what it means for your hormones and how to deal with it! Supplements for your hormones: https://nutritionforyourhormones.com

Let's talk about PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Both of these present in a similar way and have a similar root cause, but PMDD feels much more extreme. The mental and physical discomfort that comes with PMDD can be debilitating! In this episode, I dive into the specific symptoms of both PMS and PMDD, how these differ and ways to help if you are struggling with either one. DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

Let's talk about ovulation and fertility! When it comes to fertility, many women are not familiar with how their reproductive system works and how to track ovulation. This is important not only for getting pregnant but for overall cycle and hormonal health. This episode is dedicated to discussing why ovulation is important, how to track it and signs that something might be off. DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

As women, we are typically under a constant stream of stress and responsibility and we don't realize it until the stress response is extreme. A stress response can actually keep your body safe in some circumstances, however most women are under critical levels of stress and overstimulation to the point that it is harming their health. In this episode I discuss how to combat the stress before it gets to this unhealthy level and what your stress response is actually telling you! DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

Let's talk about your health consitution. This might not be a term you are familiar with, but it simply means your overall level of health and vitality. You may wonder "why am I always getting sick?" "Why do I get more cavities than they do?" "Why can she get pregnant and I can't?" All of these issues relate to your health constitution which dictates how your body functions throughout your life. DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/

I am dedicating today's episode to discussing genetics and body fat - this is why it may seem so hard to lose weight! There are so many products, pills and programs that promote fat burning, but it is important to look at your genetic markers and hormones to understand how fat storage/loss works for YOUR BODY. The goal of this episode is to shed light on the frustrations around fat loss and how to achieve sustainable results. Learn more about the 1 to 1 program here: https://drbethwestie.com/jumpstart-program/

On this episode, I am discussing the importance of GI repair for women with digestive issues, and the 6 "R's" to heal your gut! The first R is "remove," which involves eliminating any irritants from the system. The second R is "reduce," specifically referring to reducing sugar intake. The third R is "restore," focusing on restoring transit time and peristaltic activity in the gut. The fourth R is "replace," indicating the need for digestive support, particularly enzymes. The fifth R is "reinoculate," which involves replenishing the gut with beneficial bacteria. The final R is "repair," which focuses on the mucous lining of the gut. A healthy mucus lining is crucial for optimal immune response and neurotransmitter production. Gut health is important for many reasons including, detoxification, absorption of nutrients, regular elimination and hormone processing, not to mention weight and fat loss! Learn more about the 1 to 1 program here: https://drbethwestie.com/jumpstart-program/

Many women struggle with bloating, even while eating a nutrient dense diet. There are so many factors to why you may have experience belly bloat - what and when you are eating, how much water you are taking in, the stress you are under, hormone issues, etc. The first reaction to belly bloat is often to take a supplement. This isn't always bad, however if you don't target the root of your individual symptoms, it can make things worse. This episode will go into more detail on how to deal with belly bloat to achieve your goals! Learn more about the 1 to 1 program here: https://drbethwestie.com/jumpstart-program/