Stress's Impact on Your Period & Energy: Why You Should Take Stress Seriously | Ep. 88

Send us Fan MailStress isn't just a mental burden—it's actively derailing your hormones and gut health, leading to unpredictable periods, constant bloating, and depleted energy levels.• Different types of stress affect your body: work pressure, chemical exposure, food sensitivities, sleep deprivation, blood sugar spikes, and intense workouts• High cortisol levels can prevent ovulation, disrupting your entire hormone cycle• Without ovulation, your body can't produce adequate progesterone, leading to PMS symptoms• Stress impairs gut health by reducing appetite, decreasing stomach acid production, and disrupting digestion• Poor digestion prevents proper hormone excretion, creating a cycle of estrogen dominance• Mitigate stress by identifying major stressors and creating a plan to address them• Avoid alcohol, reduce caffeine, and skip intense workouts during high-stress periods• Support your body with adaptogens like maca and reishi mushroom• Replenish electrolytes with pink Himalayan salt, lemon water, or mineral supplements• Consider magnesium glycinate specifically for hormone and mood support• Don't underestimate the stress-relieving power of social connection with friendsProducts/resources mentioned in the episode:AG1LMNTDigestive enzymesYuka HeadspaceActivationsInsight TimerSupport the showInstagram | imhormonal.com | www.imhormonal.com/book-a-call/