Episode 018: Hormones, Adrenals and Thyroid Issues…oh my!

The female hormonal system is complex, to say the least and it can make a woman a hot frustrated mess (literally) when it comes to improving health. In this episode, Dr. Jen Hawes helps us to better understand some of the most common hormonal, thyroid and adrenal issues women face and how we can best protect ourselves against hormonal warfare. Loving this podcast? <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/grace-grit-podcast/id1072228536" target="_blank">Head over to iTunes and leave a review so the Grace and Grit message can spread to more women who need to hear it. Writing a review will enter you in a drawing to win free access to the Grace & Grit 21-Day Challenge. Drawings will be held at the end of every month. Notes: 4:15: Hormones and the endocrine system defined. 6:10: The three most common hormonal "categories" among women. 9:00: Testing hormones, adrenals and thyroid issues. 11:30: The scoop on adrenal fatigue. 14:25: The challenge of healing the adrenals glands. 16:45: Hormonal disruptions that may cause weight gain and make it really challenging to lose weight 20:15: Perimenopause and Menopause 26:00: Stress and hormonal disruption. 28:00: Basic supplementation not to be overlooked. 30:00: 80/20 Rule 31:00: Jen's top 3 tips for caring for your hormonal system. You can find out more about Dr. Jen Hawes at her website: www.drgreenbean.com Looking for more Grace & Grit? <a href="http://www.graceandgrit.com" target="_blank">Visit GraceandGrit.com