41. Dr. Alexa Chichak - Women's hormones, DUTCH testing, Menstrual Cycle Optimization, Seed Cycling, Cosmetic Procedures, Microneedling, PRP, & More!

We are so thrilled and honored to be joined by Dr. Chichak! Dr. Alexa Chichak, a graduate of Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine with an undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia, is passionate about addressing hormonal imbalances, mental health, digestive concerns, autoimmune conditions, and stress. With a holistic approach, she caters her treatments to individuals of all ages and health issues. Believing in the body's inherent healing capacity, she provides support and encouragement for the healing process. She is a wealth of knowledge, and I am so honored to welcome her to the podcast! Topics: 1. Women's Health & Hormones Introduction: - Brief overview of hormones and their crucial role in women's health. 2. Key Hormones for Women's Health: - Discussion of essential hormones to focus on during bloodwork: pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and ovarian hormones. - Urine testing? DUTCH Test 3. Common Hormonal Imbalances in Women: - Exploring prevalent hormonal imbalances frequently experienced by women. 4. Contributing Factors to Hormonal Imbalances: - In-depth examination of underlying factors that often lead to hormonal imbalances. 5. Gut Health and Hormonal Imbalances: - Exploring the intricate relationship between gut health and the occurrence of hormonal imbalances in women. 6. Dietary Strategies for Hormonal Health: - Insights into dietary approaches that promote and maintain balanced hormonal health. 7. Macronutrients and Hormonal Well-being: - Explaining the roles of fats, proteins, fibers, and carbohydrates in influencing women's hormonal balance. 8. Tailoring Your Diet to Your Menstrual Cycle? - Seed cycling: How to seed cycle and why - Magnesium: Why is it helpful 9. Cosmetic Procedures: - Facial Acupuncture: Discussion of the benefits and mechanisms of facial acupuncture. - Microneedling: Exploring how microneedling works and what it does to the face (+ a brief conversation on collagen) - PRP for Hair Loss and (Facial) Volume Loss: Explanation of PRP therapy's role in addressing hair loss, boosting collagen production, and addressing volume loss within the face. Thanks so much for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please leave a rating and review or share it to your stories over on Instagram. If you tag @synthesisofwellness, Chloe would love to personally thank you for listening! Follow Chloe on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Chloe on TikTok @chloe_c_porter Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠synthesisofwellness.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to purchase products, subscribe to our mailing list, and more! Or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/synthesisofwellness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to see all of Chloe's links, schedule a BioPhotonic Scanner consult with Chloe, or support the show! Thanks again for tuning in!