Integrative Nutrition & Herbal Medicine

What is Affecting your Period + How to Support a Healthy Flow

Ladies, let’s talk periods!

PMS, PMDD, pain, bloating, headaches, fatigue, irregularity , heaving bleeding – so not fun. We all want to experience better periods, right? Then we must first address the ROOT CAUSE of your period problems.

Remember, your period is a reflection of your health.

Common factors that affect your period:

  • High stress
  • Too much alcohol
  • Too much caffeine
  • Poor sleep
  • Inflammation
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Poor gut health
  • Environmental toxins
  • Hormone imbalance
  • High refined sugar intake
  • Past traumas
  • Infections
  • Blood sugar dysregulation
  • Under-eating & over-exercising
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Ways to support a healthy flow:

Once we find the root cause of your period problems, then there are numerous ways to help heal your body and support a healthy period. Some of these ways include:

  • Stress management
  • Eating balanced meals + whole foods
  • Omega-3s
  • Magnesium
  • Vitex
  • Zinc
  • Turmeric
  • Anti-inflammatory herbs & foods
  • Liver & gut support
  • Mindful movement
  • Using non-toxic feminine & beauty products
It’s important to work with a licensed nutritionist to see which changes are specifically recommended for you. Always consult with your physician before making any dietary or supplement changes to your regimen.
Do you need period help? Do you need help addressing the root cause of your period problems?
I can help you! Book an appointment with me and let’s get you having a healthy period.