Your Body's Hidden Hormone Language Explained

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Kate Dwyer, a functional nutritionist, discusses the intricate relationship between hormones, nutrition, and women's health. She shares her personal journey from biochemistry to functional nutrition, emphasizing the importance of body literacy and understanding hormonal changes, especially during perimenopause. The discussion covers common dietary misconceptions, the significance of gut health, and practical strategies for maintaining energy and health through nutrition and lifestyle adjustments.

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Takeaways

Hormonal changes can significantly affect energy, metabolism, and mood.
Nutrition plays a crucial role in managing hormonal health.
Body literacy is essential for women to understand their health.
Healthy eating is often misrepresented by the food industry.
Quick meal solutions can help busy individuals maintain a healthy diet.
Gut health is foundational to overall health and hormone balance.
Metabolism does not drastically change during perimenopause, but activity levels do.
Sleep quality is critical for maintaining energy and health.
Understanding protein intake is important for women, especially during hormonal changes.
Stress management is key to maintaining hormonal balance.

Chapters

01:23 Dr. Kate Dwyer's Journey to Functional Nutrition
04:03 The Importance of Body Literacy in Women's Health
07:57 Redefining Healthy Eating
12:09 Practical Nutrition Tips for Busy Lives
15:06 The Role of Gut Health in Overall Well-being
17:25 Navigating Metabolism Changes in Midlife
21:14 Strategies for Improving Sleep and Energy
24:16 Embracing a Balanced Approach to Nutrition
26:34 Navigating Productivity and Hormonal Challenges
27:23 Introduction to Hormone Health and Nutrition
27:24 Understanding Blood Sugar and Gut Health

This Recording is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to https://www.middlepathintegrativepedi....