On todays episode, i am joined by Dr. Laura DeCesaris to discuss all things menstrual cycle, female hormones and how they impact our day to day life. Laura is a functional medicine practitioner who serves as a strategies wellness consultant for high achieving women. In this conversation, you’ll learn about the role that sex hormones play in the function of multiple body systems, the changes that occur during each phase of the menstrual cycle, and the implications they have on mental and physical performance . Dr.Laura has dedicated her work to helping women understand their cycle and implement specific tools that help optimize our unique biology. If you’re a woman looking to better understand hormones, recognize imbalances and feel your best, you’re going to love this conversation.
Shownotes:
09:30- "You don't want to be anybody's hero when it comes to their health- you want to be their guide."
11:05- The role of Estrogen & Progesterone
14:10- Hormones, Brain Function and Interconnectedness
24:00- The Phases of the Menstrual Cycle & Implications for Mental & Physical Readiness
32:05- "You can still have a "period" without ovulating."
36:15- "There's something very empowering about honoring what your body needs."
39:51- Birth Control- what does it do?
47:20- Common Signs of Hormonal Dysregulation
51:05- Tips to Optimize Hormonal Health
Laura's Links:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lauradecesaris
Web: https://www.drlauradecesaris.com
Membership: HerWellness Vault - https://drlauradecesaris.mykajabi.com/herwellnessvault (*we are working on switching this to a 12-month payment option and that’ll update over the weekend)
