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This episode is all about debunking hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) misconceptions. If you have been diagnosed with or think you might have HA, this episode will help you learn if you are hindering or helping your period recovery. Brittany discusses common statements like, "as long as I eat more, I can still exercise the same!" and "I was told taking birth control would fix my HA!" and so many more.

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  1. De Souza MJ, Toombs RJ, Scheid JL, O'Donnell E, West SL, Williams NI. "High prevalence of subtle and severe menstrual disturbances in exercising women: confirmation using daily hormone measures." Hum Reprod. 2010 Feb;25(2):491-503. doi: 10.1093/humrep/dep411. Epub 2009 Nov 26. PMID: 19945961.