Do you look in the mirror and not recognize the women you see? She may feel unfamiliar, a stranger, with a body she doesn’t recognize anymore. Skin that seems dull, thinning hair, a non-existent libido, or belly fat that appeared out of nowhere. Perhaps she’s living with a fog surrounding her and emotions she can’t quite manage anymore. She can’t remember the last time she slept through the night and it’s all she can do to get through the day. And this all leaves you wondering what the @#>! is going on?

This is the community of women I meet everyday. I hear the words over and over, and my heart breaks for them. Whether the women are in their thirties or fifties, they all describe similar pain. This isn’t how this phase of your life should be - whatever phase you are in - and you don’t have to accept it. Our hormones shift throughout our lives, as they should, but how well we handle these shifts either leads us to a downward spiral or an enlightened path. Wouldn’t you rather view these shifts as a lesson to better understand ourselves, maybe even bring us closer to achieving our purpose in life. It’s up to you at the end of the day if you are going to keep that gift hidden away. But I encourage you to take the first step in finding your true self again. I know she’s in there!

We are unique individuals and require different approaches to health, there is no size fits all approach. Identifying your hormone pattern is the first step to creating a solution. Hormones don’t have to be complicated and painful - the answer is always quite simple, you just need someone to help guide you through.

Hormone Pattern 1:

Estrogen/Androgen Dominance

You live with symptoms of acne, hair loss, bloating, fibroids, migraines, fatigue and breast tenderness. You may also be dealing with mood disorders like anxiety and depression. This occurs when testosterone or estrogen levels get too high, resulting in excess androgen production. Both poorly metabolized estrogen or high circulating estrogen (low progesterone), and high androgens, contribute to high estrogen levels in the body.

The Solution

Help the body break down and better metabolize the estrogens/androgens through specific nutritional & lifestyle recommendations.

Hormone Pattern 2:

Low Progesterone/Thyroid Imbalance

You live with symptoms of anxiety, heart palpitations, sugar and salt cravings, shorter or irregular periods, and heavy periods. Your thyroid may be contributing to thinning hair and feeling cold. Studies show that progesterone and low thyroid are intertwined, and as progesterone levels increase, the thyroid should improve as well.

The Solution

Support healthy progesterone levels and thyroid function through specific nutritional & lifestyle recommendations.

Hormone Pattern 3:

Insulin Resistance 

You live with symptoms of belly fat, high cholesterol and blood sugar levels, fatigue after consuming carbohydrates, and it's hard for you to lose inches or pounds regardless of how much you exercise.

The Solution

Help the body regulate and process insulin efficiently through the specific nutritional & lifestyle recommendations.

Feeding Your Hormones

Yep it’s a thing! Did you know that your hormones require different nutrients throughout your cycle? Here I summarize how to literally feed your hormones.

Your sex hormones - estrogen & progesterone - are greatly influenced by what you eat. Rising estrogen levels during week 1 of your cycle require a diet low in carbohydrates, and high in "good" fats.  As Estrogen peaks in week 2, we shift to foods that nourish the gut & liver. It is incredibly important at this point for our body to be able to break down estrogen, and either; readily use, or discard what it no longer needs. After coming off this hormonal surge, in week 3 we fall back onto low-carbohydrate/high-fat foods to power up your cells and fuel your mitochondria. Week 4 is all about progesterone and it prefers a slightly higher blood glucose level in order to shine. This is a great time to add your root vegetables, brown rice, and quinoa.