19. Hormones, PCOS, & Healing with Allison Tharp, MS

This episode of What the Gut features a conversation between host, Allison, and Allison Tharp, a woman's hormone and metabolic health coach. They discuss the importance of managing one's lifestyle factors associated with hormonal health. Such factors include diet, sleep, stress management, and the menstrual cycle. They stress the importance of proactivity in one's health and taking the necessary steps even if the healthcare system does not prioritize these. Allison also emphasizes the significance of understanding one's cyclic lifestyle, focusing on the four different phases of a woman's cycle: menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase. Her overall goal is to empower women to embrace a holistic approach to wellness and transform their lives.   02:05 Guest Introduction: Allison Tharp, Women's Hormone and Metabolic Health Coach 03:58 Allison's Personal Health Journey and the Importance of Holistic Approach 08:27 Understanding Women's Hormonal Cycles and Its Impact on Health 11:01 Allison's Personal Health Journey: From Fasting to Holistic Healing 15:14 The Role of Health Coaches and Functional Medicine in Modern Healthcare 21:51 The Importance of Investing in Your Health 23:53 The Impact of Poor Gut Health 24:19 Personal Journey to Better Health 25:33 The Importance of Functional Medicine 26:33 The Role of Parents in Children's Health 28:48 The Power of Epigenetics and Neuroplasticity 30:33 Understanding and Supporting the Menstrual Cycle 42:50 The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Health   📺 Watch on YouTube Connect with Allison: Instagram: @allisongetswell  Resources: Dr. Jason Fung Connect with Allison Tharp: Instagram Whole Story Health Facebook 💜Support the show by leaving a rating + review, share on Instagram, or sending it to your BFF mom friend. Thanks!