EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 26 MIN
Ep 69: Your Menstrual Cycle: Tips for Energy, Hormones & Long-Term Health
from Joyful Eating for PCOS and Gut Health · host Trista Chan RD MHSc
Cramping, bloating, cravings during your period… sound familiar? Most of us only learned how to “manage” our periods with tampons and pads — not how they actually affect our bodies or what we can do to feel better. Energy, digestion, mood, sleep, and cravings all shift across your cycle.In this episode, we share practical nutrition strategies to support your hormones and reduce common PMS and cycle-related symptoms. We dive into:Whats going on during the four phases of your menstrual cycleFour simple tips to build a hormone-friendly environment in your bodyWhat to eat (and when) to support each phase of your cycleSimple ways to manage cravings, bloating, and fatigue without extremesWhy building these habits now helps you feel better today and sets you up for long-term resilience If you’ve ever thought, “My period is killing me," this episode is for you. These are the same approaches we use in our 1-on-1 nutrition programs, helping you create personalized routines that ease bloating, cravings, and fatigue — with guidance that’s practical, compassionate, and tailored to your unique body.Nestandnurturehealth: Personalized 1:1 Care — Nest&Nurture
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Cramping, bloating, cravings during your period… sound familiar? Most of us only learned how to “manage” our periods with tampons and pads — not how they actually affect our bodies or what we can do to feel better. Energy, digestion, mood, sleep, and cravings all shift across your cycle.In this episode, we share practical nutrition strategies to support your hormones and reduce common PMS and cycle-related symptoms. We dive into:Whats going on during the four phases of your menstrual cycleFour simple tips to build a hormone-friendly environment in your bodyWhat to eat (and when) to support each phase of your cycleSimple ways to manage cravings, bloating, and fatigue without extremesWhy building these habits now helps you feel better today and sets you up for long-term resilience If you’ve ever thought, “My period is killing me," this episode is for you. These are the same approaches we use in our 1-on-1 nutrition programs, helping you create personalized routines that ease bloating, cravings, and fatigue — with guidance that’s practical, compassionate, and tailored to your unique body.Nestandnurturehealth: Personalized 1:1 Care — Nest&Nurture
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