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by Rita Johnson
Welcome to Health and Hormones! A conversation about holistic health care centered on women's health (and hormones). Join us as we unpack the many facets that impact our health, hormones, and how we can support our optimal health. My goal is for you to walk away inspired, empowered, and refocused on how you can support your own health!Medical disclaimer: The information presented in Health & Hormones Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
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- Yesterday8 min
How Stress and Daily Habits Affect Your Hormone Health: A Look Back
Have you ever reached the end of a long day and felt like you just needed something to help you unwind? I’ve been there, friend. Ten years ago, I was raising four little ones, managing a household, and running on empty. I thought a glass of wine at the end of the day was helping me relax, but I wasn’t giving my body what it actually needed. In this episode, I’m sharing a little of my own health journey and what I’ve learned about stress, sleep, blood sugar, and listening to the signals our bodies are sending us. Because taking care of yourself isn’t just about feeling better. It’s about being able to show up for the people you love and the mission God has given you. Wondering what your own symptoms might be telling you? Follow the link and take my free quiz to discover where your body may need a little extra support.The post How Stress and Daily Habits Affect Your Hormone Health: A Look Back first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- 1 weeks ago7 min
What Your Menstrual Cycle Is Telling You About Your Health: Cycle Charting & Hormones
Your cycle is a beautiful window into your overall health. So often, we focus on the symptoms we’re experiencing without realizing how much they’re connected to what’s happening throughout our bodies. In this episode of Health & Hormones, I’m sharing a few real client stories and how their cycle charts helped us recognize areas that needed a little extra support, from gut health to thyroid function and inflammation. Whether you’re charting your cycles for fertility or simply wanting to better understand your body, there’s so much we can learn from paying attention to these patterns. If you want to dive deeper, book a free discovery call with me:https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554 Check out my optimal lab range guide https://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markershttps://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markersThe post What Your Menstrual Cycle Is Telling You About Your Health: Cycle Charting & Hormones first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- 2 weeks ago7 min
CASE STUDY: What Your Symptoms Reveal About Your Gut & Liver Health
What if your digestive symptoms are telling you something about your liver and hormones? In this episode of Health & Hormones, I’m sharing a case study of a busy mom of five who was struggling with hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, and exhaustion. By looking beyond her hormone levels, we discovered that her liver needed support. We’ll explore: How liver function impacts hormone balance What symptoms like bloating, nausea, and fatigue may be telling us Simple ways to support your liver, gut, and body’s natural detoxification processes Why identifying your body’s foundational needs can make such a difference Friend, if your labs look “normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, there’s more worth exploring! Ready to get to the root of your symptoms? Schedule a FREE discovery call with me, and let’s take that first step together. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554 Check out my optimal lab range guide https://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markershttps://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markersThe post CASE STUDY: What Your Symptoms Reveal About Your Gut & Liver Health first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- 3 weeks ago4 min
Panic Attacks & Heart Palpitations? Don’t Ignore Your Hormones
Have you suddenly started feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or like your heart is racing for no apparent reason? Maybe you’ve never struggled with anxiety before, and now you find yourself wondering, “What is happening to me?” Friend, your hormones may be playing a bigger role than you realize. As women enter their late 30s and 40s, hormonal changes during perimenopause can affect so much more than our menstrual cycles. And sometimes, those changes show up in ways we least expect. In this episode of the Health & Hormones Podcast, we’re talking about: Progesterone & estrogen: How changing hormone levels can contribute to anxiety, panic, and that constant feeling of being on edge. Blood sugar balance: Why blood sugar fluctuations may make anxiety and heart palpitations worse. Protein first: How starting your morning with 30–40 grams of protein may help support steadier blood sugar and energy. Looking deeper at your labs: Why thyroid health, ferritin, and B12 deserve attention when you’re experiencing these symptoms. Knowing when to seek help: Why new or concerning symptoms shouldn’t automatically be dismissed as hormonal. You don’t have to simply accept feeling anxious or unlike yourself as a normal part of getting older. There are ways to support your body through this transition, and understanding what’s happening is a wonderful place to start. Ready to get to the root of your symptoms? Schedule a FREE discovery call with me to explore how we can support your health and hormones together. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554The post Panic Attacks & Heart Palpitations? Don’t Ignore Your Hormones first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- 4 weeks ago6 min
Heavy Periods, Blood Clots & Low Iron: What Your Body Is Telling You
Are your periods getting heavier? Noticing more clots, feeling exhausted, or struggling with low iron? This can be really frustrating, especially when you experienced predictability in your cycles before. Your body may be trying to tell you something! In this episode of the Health & Hormones Podcast, I talk about the connection between heavy menstrual cycles, iron depletion, and hormone health as well as the role your liver plays in hormone metabolism, and simple ways to support your body through nutrition and lifestyle. You don’t have to ignore your symptoms or accept feeling exhausted as your new normal. Let’s start listening to what your body is telling you! Ready to get to the root of your symptoms? Schedule a free discovery call with me. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554 Explore my lab guide https://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markers/The post Heavy Periods, Blood Clots & Low Iron: What Your Body Is Telling You first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- Oct 9, 20265 min
High Cholesterol? What Your Lab Results Aren’t Telling You
Have you been told your cholesterol is too high? Functional lab ranges offer a different look at numbers. The goal is feeling good, not fitting into conventional ranges. When I look at lab ranges with clients I’m looking beyond the numbers to better understand the bigger picture. In this episode I discuss: The difference between conventional and functional lab ranges Why your body needs cholesterol for healthy hormone production How digestion and fat absorption may influence your overall health Why understanding your individual risk factors matters when evaluation cholesterol levels Your lab results are an important piece of your health story, but not the whole story. If you’re ready to better understand your body and take a more informed approach to your health, this episode is for you. Want to learn more? Explore my lab guide https://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markers/ Book a free discovery call https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554The post High Cholesterol? What Your Lab Results Aren’t Telling You first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- Oct 3, 202638 min
Self Care Isn’t Selfish With Sterling Jaquith and Denise Jelinek
Self-care isn’t selfish—and it doesn’t have to mean spa days, expensive routines, or adding more to your plate. In this episode, we’re talking about what authentic self-care really looks like: Knowing what your body and mind actually need Paying attention to the way you speak to yourself Caring for yourself as an act of stewardship and worship Letting go of comparison and embracing your unique vocation Creating more peace and spaciousness by removing disorder—not adding more tasks Modeling healthy rest and self-worth for your children Ready to take this deeper? Join us for our 3-day workshop beginning October 13th, where we’ll unpack these ideas and help you simplify your rhythms so you can live with greater intention and peace. Sign up through the link – https://healthandhormones.org/back-on-trackThe post Self Care Isn’t Selfish With Sterling Jaquith and Denise Jelinek first appeared on Health and Hormones.
- Sep 25, 20267 min
Hair Thinning, High A1C & Thyroid Issues: What Your Gut May Be Telling You
Hair thinning. Rising blood sugar. Thyroid issues. Perimenopause symptoms. What if they’re more connected than you realize? One of the things I want women to understand is that your symptoms don’t happen in isolation. Your digestion, blood sugar, thyroid, and hormones are constantly influencing one another. In this episode, I’m breaking down: Why I look at gut health when symptoms seem completely unrelated to digestion How blood sugar regulation can impact your thyroid and hormones What hair thinning may be telling us about what’s happening underneath Why “normal” thyroid labs don’t always give us the whole picture How I use functional lab ranges to look for patterns that may be getting overlooked I’m also sharing the story of a woman in her 40s who came to me with several seemingly separate concerns, and what happened when we stopped chasing each symptom individually and started supporting the foundations instead. Book a free discovery call to explore what support might look like for you. https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18525602&appointmentType=27841554 Click the link for my optimal lab ranges freebie. https://healthandhormones.org/optimal-markers/The post Hair Thinning, High A1C & Thyroid Issues: What Your Gut May Be Telling You first appeared on Health and Hormones.
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About Health and Hormones
Welcome to Health and Hormones! A conversation about holistic health care centered on women's health (and hormones). Join us as we unpack the many facets that impact our health, hormones, and how we can support our optimal health. My goal is for you to walk away inspired, empowered, and refocused on how you can support your own health!Medical disclaimer: The information presented in Health & Hormones Podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for actual medical or mental health advice from a doctor, psychologist, or any other medical or mental health professional.
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