Ep4: Maya x (Menstrual Cramps + Anxiety + Eczema)

In this episode of the Truthwards podcast, Maya shares her story of healing her menstrual cycle, overcoming anxiety, and working to resolve eczema. She candidly shares the details of her experience with each condition, what she tried that didn't work, and the valuable knowledge she now shares with other women as a menstrual cycle coach. Topics addressed include specific natural recommendations to reduce menstrual cramps, the pitfalls of strict diets, and the strange reality that sometimes diets help mental symptoms and mental health techniques fix physical symptoms.In this episode you'll hear about:Specific foods, herbs and habits that heal and optimize the menstrual cycleHow healing gut health could help severe anxiety to dissipateRecognizing when eczema may be caused by repressed emotions instead of dietary triggersKey Chapters00:00 Introduction00:33 Disclaimers01:21 Background: Symptoms and Childhood Experience07:46 The Importance of Rest and Cycle Awareness10:16 Exploring Dietary Impacts on Menstrual Health13:42 Implementing Changes and Observing Results17:59 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle and Nutritional Needs21:55 The Role of Hormones and Stress in Menstrual Health23:43 Challenges in Adopting a Cyclical Lifestyle25:31 Herbal Remedies and Supplements for Menstrual Health29:06 The Importance of Menstrual Cycle Awareness30:44 Caffeine and Its Effects on the Menstrual Cycle32:34 Mental Health and Physical Symptoms34:11 Anxiety: A Personal Journey Since Childhood41:14 Dietary Changes and Mental Health44:50 Gut Health and Its Impact on Anxiety47:06 Healing Relationships with Food50:31 The Paradox of Diets and Health53:15 Breaking Free from Dietary Restrictions55:38 The Anti-Diet Approach59:31 Eczema: A Personal Journey Since Childhood01:04:20 The Role of Emotions in Physical Health01:10:53 Surfacing Buried EmotionsShare Your StoryThanks for listening! Join the mission: if you have a story of healing via natural solutions from a condition similar to the one described in this podcast, we would love to hear it on a future episode. Please share your story by emailing us at [email protected] DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or establish a doctor-patient relationship. The content is not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with any health-related questions, and never delay seeking care based on information heard here. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.Opinion DisclaimerThe views and opinions shared during the podcast are my own and do not reflect the views of my employer or any affiliated organizations. That equally applies to any guests that may appear on the podcast as well. Guest DisclosuresPodcast guests may have financial interests in companies or products they mention. Their views are their own and do not represent the opinions or policies of this podcast or its affiliates. We do not endorse any products, services, or companies referenced by guests. Information shared is for general informational purposes only, and we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy.