Balancing Hormones Naturally

Get more details and Join the Reset Retreat here: https://landing.leahbrueggemann.com/reset-retreat-oct26If you've been told "it's just your age" when it comes to getting pregnant, or you've been handed IVF as the only option without a single conversation about nutrition, this episode is going to change how you think about fertility. Ronit Menashe, co-founder of WeNatal, shares the story of her own pregnancy loss at 41, the research she uncovered about the massive role men play in fertility outcomes, and why the three months before conception matter more than almost anything your doctor is talking about.In this episode, Leah and Ronit are covering:Why Ronit calls the three months before conception "trimester zero," and what she and her husband did during that window that led to a natural pregnancy at 42 with no IVF or major medical interventionThe research showing men are responsible for 50% of miscarriages, and why that stat completely reframes how couples should be approaching fertilityHow men who take specific antioxidants like CoQ10, NAC, vitamin C, and zinc have a 5X greater chance of their spouse having a healthy pregnancyWhy sperm quality directly impacts placenta formation, and how poor sperm health is linked to preeclampsia, which is the number one cause of maternal deathThe difference between WeNatal's prenatal and Egg Quality Plus, and why taking both matters if you're trying to conceive, especially later in lifeWhat's actually happening when your egg quality declines with age (hint: it's your mitochondria aging, not your eggs themselves) and the five nutrients that support new mitochondria productionWhy your baby will take the nutrients it needs from you regardless, and how that's directly connected to postpartum depletion, anxiety, and depressionThe new WeNatal protein powder that combines 20 grams of protein, collagen, and a full prenatal in one scoop, and why cold smoothies were a lifesaver for first trimester nauseaWhy the "strongest sperm will make it there" advice from OBGYNs is flat-out wrong, and how that dismissive narrative is failing couplesThe story of a woman who had 13 rounds of failed IVF, finally changed her nutrition and lifestyle, had a successful implantation, and then got pregnant naturally with her second babyWhy IVF has a lower success rate than most people realize, and why nutrition and lifestyle changes should be the first step, not the last resortIt takes two to make a baby, and it takes two to prepare for one. Whether you're actively trying, freezing your eggs, or just know that kids are somewhere in your future, this episode will show you how much power you actually have over your fertility when you stop waiting and start nourishing.Use THIS link to save with WENATALThank you to Eversio for sponsoring this episode go to Eversiowellness.com and use coupon code LEAH to save! Leah's Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I'm Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you'll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a long-term pharmaceutical prescription.Let's connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/ Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/ Email: [email protected]—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

Get more details and Join the Reset Retreat here: https://landing.leahbrueggemann.com/reset-retreat-oct26If you've been gaining weight, losing sleep, and feeling like perimenopause is just something you have to white-knuckle through, this episode is going to change how you think about what's actually happening in your body. Women gain an average of five pounds in the first two years of perimenopause alone, and it's not about eating too much. It's about what's shifting in your gut and why your body can no longer absorb, detox, and function the way it used to.In this episode I'm sharing:Why perimenopause and menopause are not just a hormone levels problem, and what's happening in your gut and liver that's driving the weight gain, brain fog, mood swings, and heavy periodsWhat lactoferrin is, why it drops dramatically the moment you enter perimenopause, and how that one protein controls iron regulation, immune response, and inflammation all at onceHow your gut manages estrogen through something called the estrobolome, what happens when that system breaks down, and why your heavy periods and mood swings might be a gut issue more than a hormone issueThe enzyme beta-glucuronidase and what it means for your health when it's too high, including why estrogen gets repackaged and recirculated instead of clearedWhy short chain fatty acids are your body's natural GLP-1 activator, how fiber and resistant starch trigger their production, and what that means for weight, blood sugar, and fullness in menopauseHow cooked and cooled potatoes and rice become a completely different food for your gut bacteria, and why that matters more in perimenopause than at any other stageWhy cruciferous vegetables contain a compound that specifically supports healthy estrogen metabolism, and how to get it from food rather than supplementsThe FUT2 gene and what it means if you're in the 20% of women whose gut literally cannot hold onto good bacteria the way it should, plus what to do about itWhy slippery elm bark, seaweed, bone broth, and collagen might be the missing piece if you've done everything right and your gut still isn't respondingThe five mushroom blend Leah recommends specifically for perimenopause and menopause, and which function each mushroom targetsPerimenopause is not a death sentence and it is not something you just survive. But your body is asking for different support than it used to, and the gut is where most of that work starts. This episode gives you the science and the actual action steps to begin changing what's happening at the root.Use code LEAH for 15% off at Eversio WellnessLeah's Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I'm Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you'll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a long-term pharmaceutical prescription.Let's connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/ Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/ Email: [email protected]—The recommendations presented in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice from a qualified doctor. Before making any changes to your diet and lifestyle, please consult with your healthcare provider.

Get more details and Join the Reset Retreat here: https://landing.leahbrueggemann.com/reset-retreat-oct26If you've ever suspected mold might be behind your symptoms but pushed the thought aside because you didn't want to deal with it, this episode is going to be hard to ignore. Mold doesn't have to be a visible, soggy, obvious problem to be wrecking your health. And the good news is, you don't have to remediate your entire house to start feeling better.In this episode I'm chatting with Brian Karr, mold inspector and co-founder of We Inspect, and we're sharing:Why everyone in a house can be reacting to the same mold problem but showing up with completely different symptoms, and why that actually points straight to an environmental triggerThe pattern most people explain away as vacation relaxation that is actually one of the biggest red flags your home is making you sickWhy mold from a leak that happened five years ago can be more dangerous now than when it was wet, and how a dried-out colony releases up to 500 times more particles into your airHow the at-home Dust Test works and why it's often the clearest first step if you're not sure whether you have a problemWhy inspectors using only moisture meters and infrared cameras are missing nine out of ten mold problems in the homes they walk throughThe exposure mapping method Brian uses to identify which sources are actually driving most of your exposure, so you're not staring down a list of 20 problems thinking you have to fix all of themThe three maintenance habits that reduce what you're breathing every day, deep dust removal, medical-grade air filtration, and short air flushing windows throughout the dayWhat particle size actually matters in an air filter and why a standard HEPA unit won't catch the particles that are most likely harming youThe cheap water sensors Brian puts under every sink, both sides of the dishwasher, and around the refrigerator, and why they've saved him from two full remediations in his own homeWhy no protocol will ever fully work if the exposure is still happening, and what it actually looks like to reduce load enough that your body can start to catch upYou don't have to have a flooded basement or black mold crawling up your walls to have a problem worth addressing. Most of the issues Brian finds are invisible, dry, and completely missed by standard inspections. This episode will help you know what to look for, what to test, and how to think about your home as part of your healing, not just your health protocols.Find Brian Karr and We Inspect:Website: yesweinspect.comAt-home Dust Test: dusttest.comInstagram: @moldfindersPodcast: Mold Finders RadioLeah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🎥: Watch episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leahbrueggemann🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: [email protected]

Get more details and Join the Reset Retreat here: https://landing.leahbrueggemann.com/reset-retreat-oct26If you’re exhausted, relying on caffeine, and still not feeling like yourself, this episode is for you.Because if you’re eating well but still struggling with low energy, it’s likely not about what you’re eating, it’s about what your body is actually absorbing and producing.In this episode, I’m breaking down how your gut microbiome impacts your energy, metabolism, and overall resilience.In this episode, I cover:Why your gut microbiome plays a major role in your energy levelsHow your gut bacteria turn food into usable energy for your bodyWhat short-chain fatty acids are and why they’re essential for energy productionThe key roles of butyrate, acetate, and propionate in metabolism and blood sugar balanceWhy symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and crashes may point to gut dysfunctionHow your oral microbiome impacts energy through nitric oxide productionThe top foods that support your gut (like resistant starch, fiber, and polyphenols)Why feeding your gut bacteria is more important than just “eating healthy”How minerals like magnesium and potassium support digestion and energyWhy building resilience in your body is the key to long-term, stable energyIf you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start supporting your energy at the root, this episode will completely change how you think about your gut and your health.Leah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🎥: Watch episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leahbrueggemann🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: [email protected]

Get more details and Join the Reset Retreat here: https://landing.leahbrueggemann.com/reset-retreat-oct26In this episode, I am joined by Sarah Thompson, and we’re diving into homeopathy—what it is, how it works, and how you can actually start using it in your home with confidence.This is one of the most requested topics, and for good reason. Homeopathy can be one of the most powerful tools to have in your medicine cabinet, especially for families.In this episode, we cover:What homeopathy actually is (and how it’s completely different from supplements, herbs, or conventional medicine)How homeopathy works with your body’s natural healing ability instead of suppressing symptomsWhy symptoms are actually communication from your body, not something to immediately shut downThe concept of the “vital force” and how it guides true healing on a deeper levelHow to start using homeopathy at home, even if you’re a complete beginnerThe first remedies to keep on hand and when to use themWhy your kids may all need different remedies for the same illness and how to start recognizing those differencesA simple breakdown of potency (30C vs 200C) so you actually understand what you’re usingHow homeopathy can support emotional health, including anxiety and mood shiftsThe difference between acute vs. chronic healing and when to work with a practitionerWhile homeopathy is an incredibly powerful tool, it’s not a replacement for the basics like nutrition, sleep, and stress management. Instead, it’s something that works with those foundations to help your body respond better.At the end of the day, homeopathy isn’t just about remedies, it’s about learning how to listen to your body, trust what it’s telling you, and respond in a way that actually supports long-term healing.If you’re ready to feel more calm, confident, and equipped when it comes to your family’s health, this episode is going to completely change the way you think about healing.Sarah’s free download: https://nodrughealth.com/?l/leahLeah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🎥: Watch episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leahbrueggemann🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: [email protected]