80. Understanding PCOS and Hormones

In this powerful episode of the Impostrix Podcast, host Whitney Knox Lee sits down with Tianna Trinidad, certified PCOS coach and founder of Love Served Warm, to unpack the often misunderstood world of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)with a focus on how it uniquely affects Black and Brown women. Tianna shares her deeply personal journey with PCOS, shedding light on the emotional, physical, and financial toll of the condition. Together, Whitney and Tianna explore: The systemic healthcare disparities that lead to misdiagnoses and neglect The hormonal imbalances and insulin resistance at the core of PCOS The impact of diet, cravings, and realistic lifestyle changes The importance of personalized care and working with a PCOS coach The mental health challenges that often go unspoken Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing PCOS for years, this episode offers actionable insights, compassionate guidance, and empowering resources to help you reclaim your health. Listen now to gain clarity, community, and confidence in your PCOS journey. Learn more about Tianna and her PCOS coaching services at https://www.loveservedwarm.com/ Connect with Tianna on IG @ https://www.instagram.com/loveservedwarm Follow Whitney on IG @ https://www.instragram.com/impostrixpodcast DONATE to keep the show running! Donations can be made via Buy Me A Coffee here https://buymeacoffee.com/impostrixpod Purchase your I Planned For This: A Life Organizer for When It's Needed today! https://a.co/d/br1d3hJ Thanks Chris @DigitalREM for editing this episode! Timestamps 00:00 | Systemic Issues & Capitalism 00:54 | Black Womens Health in Focus 02:40 | Meet Tianna: PCOS Coach & Advocate 04:50 | Medical Neglect & Misconceptions 21:08 | The Emotional & Financial Toll 32:39 | Hormonal Imbalances & Nutrition 45:10 | Sustainable Lifestyle Changes 54:03 | The Role of a PCOS Coach