Cycle Specific Health Guide: Part 1: This is one thing every woman who has a menstrual cycle should hear

In this episode, Dr. Lone discusses the often overlooked and misunderstood aspects of the menstrual cycle. She highlights the importance of understanding what constitutes a healthy and unhealthy cycle. Drawing from both biomedical and East Asian medicine perspectives, Dr. Lone explains the phases of the cycle, including the follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases, as well as the corresponding blood, yin, yang, and chi phases in East Asian medicine. She emphasizes that symptoms such as pain, bloating, mood swings, and acne are not normal and can be addressed through diet, lifestyle changes, acupuncture, and herbal remedies. Dr. Lone also touches on issues like estrogen dominance and stress's impact on hormonal balance. This informative episode is beneficial for women of all ages, their partners, and healthcare providers.