Ep 70: Can’t “Fix” Your Hormones? This Might Be Why (Hint: It’s Your Gut)

You’re eating clean, avoiding gluten, and loading up on salads… but your period is still painful, your mood’s all over the place, and you’re feeling stuck — literally and hormonally. Sound familiar?In this episode, I’m breaking down the fiber-hormone connection that no one’s talking about: how constipation impacts estrogen clearance, what your gut has to do with PMS and painful periods, and why clean eating isn’t always hormone-friendly.We’re getting into:Why you can’t skip fiber and expect smooth cyclesHow the liver + gut tag-team to clear out estrogenThe role of beta-glucuronidase (and what your stool test might be saying)The real reason your paleo or gluten-free diet might be making things worseWhat the estrobolome is — and why it matters for every womanMentioned in this episode:→ Bio.me Chocolate Fiber – My go-to morning fiber that supports motility, estrogen clearance, and tastes like mocha dessert in my coffee→ Episode with Dr. Jolene Brighten: – A must-listen if you want to dive deeper into the gut-hormone connection.Other Links & Resources:→ Ready to get to the root of your GI issues for good? Apply for gutTogether® here: www.guttogetherprogram.com→ Follow me on Instagram: @drheatherfinleyWant to make sure you are on the list for the Christmas in July HTMA Bundle sale? Click Here Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to [email protected] with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month!