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Do you want to learn how to manage endo naturally, but feel confused and overwhelmed by all of the conflicting information out there? Join Functional Nutrition professional Alyssa Chavez as she breaks down exactly what you need to know in bite sized pieces each week. If you want to learn how to ditch the endo belly, get to the bottom of your digestive distress, and kick your pain and fatigue to the curb, this is for you.
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Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the crucial connection between thyroid health and endometriosis. Did you know that those with endometriosis are six times more likely to have an underactive thyroid? And if thyroid issues are present, it often leads to greater pelvic pain. Understanding and supporting your thyroid health is …
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Mona Haratianfar, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, endo warrior, and she has PCOS. Mona’s journey began in the world of cancer research and biomedical technologies, but as her PCOS and endo symptoms intensified, she pivoted her focus to nutrition and holistic healing. We connected thro…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! I’m so excited to celebrate our 50th episode with you! It’s hard to believe that we’re almost at the one-year mark since starting this journey together. To celebrate, I’m diving deep into the path that led me to pain-free periods. For those of you who are new here, I’m Alyssa—a functional …
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Send us a text In today's episode, we continue our mineral series by diving into all things zinc! Zinc is a vital mineral for managing endometriosis, playing a crucial role in many bodily functions. Zinc supports many vital functions in the body, and it’s often something we’re deficient in. Maintaining healthy zinc levels is crucial for managing en…
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Send us a text Today, I am thrilled to have Dr. Sarah Wilson join us. Dr. Wilson is a naturopathic doctor, founder of Advanced Women’s Health, a series of clinics across Canada, and she also lives with endometriosis. In this episode, we explore how the immune system impacts endometriosis, shedding light on why it is an immune condition rather than …
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! Today, we're starting a new series on minerals, beginning with magnesium. Given that summer causes us to lose minerals through sweat, it's especially important to understand how these nutrients impact our bodies. In this episode you’ll hear: -The Importance of Magnesium: Learn why magnesiu…
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Send us a Text Message. Today’s episode dives into a hot topic circling the internet: period products. A recent study reveals that tampons contain heavy metals, raising concerns about their safety. In this episode, I explore why this is alarming for consumers and discuss safer alternatives for managing your period. In this episode, you’ll hear: -Fi…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! Today is part two of our series on stress and its effects on endometriosis. If you haven’t listened to the first part, definitely check it out before you listen to part two. In this episode, I dive into the underlying reasons for stress and the actionable steps you can take. In this episod…
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Send us a text This week’s episode is the first part of our two-part series on stress and its effects on endometriosis! Stress is a crucial topic when it comes to managing endometriosis, so we're diving deep. This episode focuses on the connection between stress and endometriosis and its impact on your body. Part 2 will cover why stress happens and…
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Send us a text Today's episode we're diving into your questions about endometriosis in another exciting Q&A session. I love answering your questions, so if you have anything you'd like to ask, feel free to message me on Instagram for our next Q&A episode! In this episode, I answer: -Will endometriosis cause weight gain? -Is soy bad for endometriosi…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! In today’s episode, I dive into the inspiration behind starting the Endo Warrior Circle, my new membership for endo warriors opening this week. I’m passionate about the importance of having a support system for endometriosis. While friends and loved ones can be incredibly supportive, they …
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Send us a text This week’s episode is all about the four foundations of endo health. I’m super excited about the upcoming launch of the Endo Warrior Circle, a subscription-based program where everything is broken down into these four essential foundations. Today, I want to give you a sneak preview of the overarching topics we'll be covering, and he…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m talking about a common symptom for us endo warriors: fatigue. Often, we don’t realize how tired we are until we start addressing other symptoms of endometriosis and experience more energy throughout the day. We don’t always recognize the signs of fatigue or understand why we have it. Today, I unpack some under…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! Today, I am excited to dive into exercise for endometriosis with Amy Grace. Amy is a fitness trainer specializing in women’s fitness and a hormonal health coach. We also discuss Amy’s journey with endo and how she aims to empower women through their fitness journeys despite endo symptoms. …
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Send us a text This week’s episode dives into red flags to look for when choosing doctors or practitioners to help you through your endo journey. The journey is hard enough, and we need practitioners who are on our side 100%. In this episode, you’ll hear: 1. Your goals are not aligning with their methods: if you want to focus on fertility, but they…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I dive into my favorite topic: gut health, focusing on foundational practices that often get overlooked. I have my top 10 tips on how to support your gut health. While many of these tips may seem simple, I promise they are incredibly beneficial and can make a huge difference. In today’s episode, you’ll hear: -1. S…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! Today I dive into understanding supplements with my friend and mentor Kate Mahoney, a functional practitioner dietary supplement expert. Kate and I share a passion for bioindividuality, and educating people that not all supplements are created equally. In this episode, you’ll hear: -Qualit…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, I delve into the holistic approach to the endometriosis healing journey. Endometriosis is a full-body disease, and healing endo goes beyond just our diet. It is about healing the mind, body, and the spirit. In this episode, you’ll hear: -Ways to heal the physical body are looking at your diet and nutrients, pelvic…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! In this week’s episode, I discuss “the endometriosis diet.” Contrary to popular belief, there isn't one specific diet to follow. There is no one diet because everyone is bio-individual, meaning we all have different bodies and we do not process foods the exact same way. In this episode, yo…
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Send us a text This week is our final episode of the infertility awareness series. I am excited to talk with Deidre Bloomquist. She is a functional nutritionist, and her specialty is reversing infertility through restoring health by reducing toxicity. In today’s episode we dive into how toxicity impacts the body and fertility. In today’s episode, y…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, we continue our Infertility Awareness series by diving into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Allison Locke, an Acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner. Allison, who is also an endo warrior, offers valuable insights into how TCM can provide an alternative approach to addressing infertility a…
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Send us a text Today’s episode is the second of this month-long series about infertility awareness. I'm thrilled to have Jessica Sorensen, a reproductive and perinatal therapist, joining us to delve into the mental health aspect of this journey. Jessica, having endometriosis herself, brings firsthand insight into what this journey entails. Both Jes…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! This month, in honor of National Infertility Awareness Week, we're diving deep into a series of discussions about infertility and our personal journeys with it. If this topic hits close to home and feels overwhelming for you, it's totally okay to take a breather and join us again in May wh…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! In today’s episode I talk with my dear friend, Lindsay Little, about my favorite topic: gut health. Lindsay is a holistic nutritionist who helps women with embarrassing digestive issues. We're total nerds when it comes to gut health, and I thought it'd be super beneficial to bring Lindsay …
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Send us a text In today’s episode I'm thrilled to be joined by Crystal Felice, a former Pharmacist who's now a functional practitioner. Today, we're delving into a crucial topic: birth control. So many of us are introduced to the pill at a young age as a solution to our hormonal issues, and we aren’t told what it is actually doing to our bodies. We…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode, I'm delving into an exciting addition to my nutrition practice: functional blood chemistry. Functional testing is a powerful tool for uncovering potential imbalances in the body, especially when it comes to understanding symptoms like those associated with endometriosis. By combining functional blood chemistry…
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Send us a text Today, I'm thrilled to dive into one of my favorite topics: gut health! You might be thinking, how is this related to endometriosis? Well, gut health is crucial for both the progression and healing of endometriosis. Endo is not just a reproductive disease, but a full body disease. Understanding and addressing your gut health is funda…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast! I am thrilled to have Katie Edmonds on the show today. Katie is what you might call a powerhouse in the realm of endometriosis. She's not only a researcher and author but also an educator and nutritional therapist. Katie shares her own journey with endometriosis, a journey that's been mark…
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Send us a text In today’s episode I delve into the intricacies of the menstrual cycle. It's something that often gets overlooked in our education, but understanding it can empower us with valuable insights into our bodies. We're all familiar with the basics: a 28-day cycle, ovulation on day 14, followed by menstruation. But there's so much more to …
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Endo Belly Girl Podcast, and Happy Valentine’s Day! In the spirit of this love-filled occasion, I thought it would be perfect to delve into the perspective of our loved ones who are right there with us on the endometriosis journey. In today’s episode, I sit down with my amazing and supportive husband, Jose Chavez.…
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Send us a text In this week's episode of the Endo Belly Girl Podcast, we're thrilled to have Aditi Guha, a PCOS nutritionist, joining us. We'll be delving into the world of PCOS - what it is, how it affects your hormones and fertility, and most importantly, how to tackle it. Aditi's expertise lies in identifying the root causes of PCOS and helping …
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Send us a text Welcome back to The Endo Belly Girl Podcast, the sanctuary where we delve into all things endometriosis and how they affect our lives. In today's episode, I tackle a topic that has huge impacts on your hormones and endo: blood sugar. So grab your coziest blanket, pour yourself a soothing cup of tea, and let's unravel the complexities…
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Send us a text In today's episode, I sit down with the insightful herbalist and integrative health coach, Audrey Gerber, to explore the body's natural rhythms and the powerful role of herbs in supporting hormonal balance. Audrey brings to light her own journey and shares invaluable knowledge that could redefine your relationship with your well-bein…
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Send us a text Welcome to The Endo Belly Girl Podcast! In today's episode, we're continuing our exploration of what your body might be telling you. We'll be diving into important indicators of your body's overall health, including vitamin and mineral needs, blood sugar regulation, and essential fatty acids. In this episode, you'll hear: - A compreh…
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Send us a text Today, I'm thrilled to have Dr. Emily Mason, a pelvic floor physical therapist, women's health coach, and yoga instructor on the show. Emily brings an abundance of knowledge and passion to our conversation that you won't want to miss, especially if you find yourself struggling with pelvic pain. So, grab a cup of tea, settle in, and p…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of digestive symptoms and what they may reveal about your body's needs and imbalances. Get ready to unpack a wealth of information that can help you better understand your body's intuition and signals! This episode is a part 1 of 2, with part 2 focusing on symptoms of nutrient need…
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Send us a text Welcome back to another episode of The Endo Belly Girl Podcast! In today's episode, I reflect on the life lessons I have learned as an endo warrior. Through my personal experiences with endometriosis, I share my insights and hope to inspire others on their journeys. In this episode, you will hear: - The important lesson of learning t…
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Send us a text Joining us today is Alexa Prass, a registered dietitian with a personal and professional history in navigating the complexities of celiac disease and gluten intolerance. In this episode, Alexa demystifies the world of Celiac disease as well as non-Celiac gluten intolerance (both of which are very common with endo warriors). She share…
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Send us a text Today's episode is a special one; we're diving into all YOUR burning questions in our second Q&A session! A huge thank you to everyone who submitted questions. Please keep them coming! In This Episode: -Understanding Dietary Restrictions: Explore why long-term super-restrictive diets aren't just hard to maintain—they might also be ro…
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Send us a Text Message. Today, we're tackling the concept that's at the heart of real healing—getting to the root of the problem. We're not just talking symptoms; we're looking at the culprits behind chronic inflammation and the cascade of issues in endometriosis. From food sensitivities to toxin exposure, we will trail the sources that may be aggr…
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Send us a text Today we have a truly transformative episode for you. We're joined by the remarkable Mary O'Dwyer, a Transformational Breath facilitator. Mary takes us through the profound world of Transformational Breath—a practice that facilitates healing on a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual level that can be so life-changing, especiall…
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Send us a text Today we are diving deep into how cultivating gratitude can transform our lives, particularly when facing a chronic condition such as endometriosis. From sharing my personal gratitude practices to demonstrating how gratitude can help alleviate depression and anxiety and even improve your digestive health, we will explore how this bea…
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Send us a Text Message. In this week's episode of The Endo Belly Girl Podcast, I share my thoughts and strategies for navigating the holiday season while managing endometriosis. I discuss the challenges and stresses associated with holiday gatherings, particularly in relation to food, family dynamics, and managing energy levels. You will hear pract…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we dive deep into the delicate dance of finding balance when it comes to managing endometriosis. We will take a look at insights and strategies for combining Western medicine and a holistic approach to achieve optimal health. Join me as I discuss my belief in the transformative power of nutrition and lifestyle cha…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us. Molly McNamee, the founder of MFIT Workouts, will be sharing her expertise on customized fitness routines for individuals with chronic illnesses, specifically focusing on endometriosis. Molly has been a leading online fitness coach for over a decade, helping people create p…
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Send us a text In this special episode, I am taking you behind the scenes for a day in my life as an endo warrior. I'll be sharing the details of how I structure my day, from morning to night, and how I navigate the challenges of balancing work and self-care. Throughout the episode, I'll be periodically checking in with you to give updates on what …
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Send us a text Supplement sales has become a monster industry these days. You walk into the health food store and there are aisles and aisles of different supplements to choose from. But you are a unique human and you have unique symptoms coming up in your body, so how do you actually know what supplements are best for you? At the end of the day, e…
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Send us a text Let's face it, endometriosis is...well...complicated. In simple terms, it is a disease where tissue similar to the endometrial lining in your uterus grows outside of your uterus. This causes symptoms like pain, fatigue, digestive distress, and so much more. But those who suffer from endometriosis is so much more than that. There are …
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Send us a text Do you have burning questions about endometriosis and nutrition that you have been dying to be able to ask? Today is your lucky day! I have collected questions from my audience on the things they would like to hear about most, so this one is for YOU! Want to submit a question for a future Q&A episode? Head over to Instagram and send …
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Send us a text The internet becomes a huge wild west when it comes to nutrition advice for endometriosis. Stop getting lost in the endless rabbit hole that is Google and instead focus on this simple framework. In this episode you will hear: Why nutrition matters for you. How to cut through the noise and determine what works for YOU! What foods to f…
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