Radiate with Rita

Rita Utterback

Radiate with Rita is an empowering, real, and unfiltered women's gut and hormone health podcast hosted by Rita Utterback— a Functional Nutrition Practitioner who has helped over 300 women get lasting relief from miserable periods, brutal PMS/PMDD, gut issues, and symptoms of endometriosis inside her online practice and has lived it herself. This show is for women who have been misunderstood, dismissed, are done settling and are finally ready to take back their health and their lives. In each episode, Rita breaks down the why and shares, real practical tools to help you get relief— think sustainable nutrition, habits and functional testing— without the BS that no one has time or energy for. New episodes available every Tuesday on Spotify and Apple.

  1. 9 June

    Ep. 93: How B Went from Debilitating Cycles to Having Periods Without Symptoms

    This week, I share how my client B went from passing out with her periods from the pain, psoriasis, bloat and acne to clear skin, no more bloat and easier periods, without overhauling her life. Painful periods can be life-altering. Sometimes they can be a sign of endometriosis, but they are often a sign that the body is in need of TLC. That was the case for B and once we dug a little deeper, she was able to get answers and real relief. We dive into the imbalances we found on her labs  In this episode, we cover: How painful periods aren’t normalWhy the pill can be problematic, especially if you want to conceive in the futureImbalances we found on her GI map and HTMA driving her symptomsGaps we found in her day to day fueling symptomsHow she started getting reliefWhere to start when making sense of your symptomsWhy personalized support can be the missing If you’ve been struggling with miserable periods month after month, with or without endo, and need proof of what is possible for you, tune into this podcast episode. Snag my FREE Gut + Hormone Root Cause Scorecard here. Take things further with my Gut + Hormone Root Cause Reset ($27), covering my Root Cause framework that helped my client B get these results. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    15 min

  2. 2 June

    Ep. 92: Endometriosis, HRT, and Perimenopause: What You Need to Know

    This week, we dive into endometriosis, HRT and perimenopause. Whether you’re approaching your late 30s and 40s, have had surgery that impacted your hormones, or are noticing changes in your energy, mood, cycles, and overall well-being, this episode is for you. I’m opening up about my own unexpected journey into perimenopause after endometriosis surgery, the symptoms that caught me off guard, and what I’ve learned about hormone replacement therapy, hormone testing, and supporting your body through this transition. In this episode, we cover: The endometriosis and perimenopause overlapWhy endometriosis surgery may impact hormone production Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause + my personal experience with itWhat your estrogen + progesterone are doing this time of monthHormone testing and tracking options Common misconceptions and fears around HRTWhy individualized care is so important for women with endometriosisHow inflammation, gut health and nervous system health impact this transitionQuestions to ask when exploring HRT with your providerWays to support your body through perimenopause naturally If you’ve been feeling like something has shifted in your body, struggling with new symptoms, or wondering how endometriosis affects perimenopause, this episode will help you better understand your options and feel more empowered as you navigate this next chapter. To use Mira at home hormone testing, use code “2RITAUTTERBACK20” to save you 20% on your order! Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    16 min
  3. Ep. 91: What Keeps Most people Stuck on Their Healing Journey with Chronic Illness

    26 May

    Ep. 91: What Keeps Most people Stuck on Their Healing Journey with Chronic Illness

    This week, we’re talking about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in the chronic illness space: finding balance. When you’re living with conditions like endometriosis, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, fatigue, gut problems, or hormone imbalances, it’s so easy to swing between two extremes, feeling stuck and being so hyper focused on the journey. In this episode, I’m sharing more of my personal journey with chronic illness, the mindset shifts that changed everything for me, and why healing isn’t about perfection, it’s about learning how to support your body in a sustainable way. In this episode, we cover: The emotional toll of chronic illness + pressure you feel after receiving an endo diagnosisWhy over-identifying with your diagnosis keeps you stuckWhy doing too much can be just as harmful as doing nothing + finding balance with it allThe connection between chronic illness, gut health, and inflammationWhy restrictive dieting and overtraining can backfire The importance of simple, foundational habits for healing How to stop chasing perfection and start focusing on progress Creating a life that supports your health without consuming it If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or like your chronic illness has taken over your life, this episode is here to remind you of what is possible, and that you can still build a full, meaningful life while navigating a chronic illness. To uncover your likely root cause(s) for chronic symptoms like bloat, period pain, PMS, endo flare-ups, or fatigue, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard here. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    17 min
  4. Ep. 90: How to Know if You Have Endometriosis (And What No One Tells You)

    19 May

    Ep. 90: How to Know if You Have Endometriosis (And What No One Tells You)

    This week, we’re diving deep into how to know if you might have endometriosis,  including the signs, symptoms, and red flags that so many women are told to ignore. Endometriosis is so much more than period cramps. It’s a full-body inflammatory condition that can impact your digestion, bladder, energy, fertility, hormones, nervous system, and overall quality of life. In this episode, I’m breaking down why diagnosis can be so difficult, and the deeper root-cause factors that often get missed in traditional care. In this episode, we cover: Common and overlooked signs of endometriosis The connection between endometriosis and IBS-like symptoms How histamine, estrogen, and inflammation fuel symptoms Fertility struggles and “unexplained infertility”  Why endometriosis is often dismissed or misdiagnosed The truth about birth control, Lupron, and suppression therapiesWhy gut health, nutrition, stress, and lifestyle matter for symptom relief How to find a qualified excision specialist What you can start doing now to support your body and reduce symptoms If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or stuck trying to figure out what’s going on with your body, this episode will help you connect the dots and better understand what endometriosis can actually look like. -- Resource to find vetted endometriosis excision specialists near you! Read my blog post that breaks this down for you if you prefer to read over the material covered in today’s podcast episode. To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard here. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    17 min
  5. Ep. 89: What No One's Telling You About the Allegra/Pepcid Combo for Histamine Issues

    12 May

    Ep. 89: What No One's Telling You About the Allegra/Pepcid Combo for Histamine Issues

    This week, we’re talking about the viral Allegra + Pepcid combo for PMDD, MCAS, endometriosis, and histamine intolerance, and the important things nobody seems to be talking about. While antihistamines can absolutely be helpful tools during flares, this episode is all about understanding why your histamine bucket is overflowing in the first place. In this episode, we cover: Why antihistamines can help, but aren’t the full solution The connection between histamine, MCAS, PMDD, and endometriosis How gut health impacts histamine intolerance Why low stomach acid can make symptoms worse The role of DAO and histamine breakdown in the gutWhy blood sugar is a sneaky factor of histamine issues that gets overlooked The connection between gut inflammation and anxiety symptoms Potential side effects of long-term antihistamine use Natural antihistamine support If you’re constantly reacting to foods, struggling with histamine symptoms, or relying on antihistamines just to get through the day, this episode will help you understand what your body may actually be trying to tell you. To snag some nettle + make your own nettle infusions, follow my recipe here. To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard here. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    17 min
  6. Ep. 88: Why Your Progesterone Cream Isn’t Working

    5 May

    Ep. 88: Why Your Progesterone Cream Isn’t Working

    This week, I’m breaking down why your progesterone is low, why progesterone cream isn’t helping and what you can do to actually boost your progesterone levels naturally.  Progesterone is a hormone is often overlooked when it comes to your cycle, mood, fertility, and overall health. But when it’s low, your body will let you know. In this episode, we cover: What progesterone does and why it matters beyond fertility Signs your progesterone may be low (even if you’re ovulating monthly or have regular periods)The connection between stress, cortisol, nutrient deficiencies and low progesterone How gut health, under eating and diet culture impact your hormones Why progesterone cream likely isn’t enoughHow to build safety in your body and when to dig deeperIf you’re dealing with PMS, spotting, irregular cycles, or hormone imbalances, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and where to start. To use Mira at home hormone testing, use code “2RITAUTTERBACK20” to save you 20% on your order! To uncover your likely root cause(s) for low progesterone, fill out my Root Cause Scorecard here. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    17 min
  7. Ep. 87: Are You Full of Sh*t?

    28 Apr

    Ep. 87: Are You Full of Sh*t?

    This week, we’re getting real about your poop. If you’re dealing with constipation, can’t poop before your period or always feel bloated, this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: if you’re not pooping regularly, you’re not detoxing well.  And those detox teas + supplements you see online that everyone is trying to sell you? All they’re doing is making you sh*t without addressing what’s actually behind your issues. In this episode, we cover: What a healthy bowel movement should actually look likeSigns you’re constipated (even if you’re going every day)Why detox teas and cleanses aren’t the answer The connection between constipation and hormonesSneaky causes of constipationHow to start improving chronic constipationAnd chat about where to start so you can start having more regular digestion.  If you'd like clarity + a plan built for you to help you tackle constipation + bloat at the source, my Glow Blueprint is a great place for you to start. https://www.radiatewithrita.com/offers/t4wS9L47/checkout Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    18 min
  8. Ep. 86: What Most Women are Getting Wrong About Healthy Eating

    21 Apr

    Ep. 86: What Most Women are Getting Wrong About Healthy Eating

    This week, I’m breaking down why clean eating isn’t enough to heal your gut and your hormones and what might actually be keeping you stuck. So many women are eating healthy + avoiding “bad” foods, but are still dealing with bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, and frustrating symptoms that won’t go away. In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest gaps I see when it comes to nutrition and why what you’re not eating may be the real problem. In this episode, we cover: Why clean eating alone won’t fix your symptoms The biggest mistakes women make with their eatingHow undereating can slow your metabolism and digestion Why carbs are essential for hormones, thyroid, and stress The truth about fats and hormone production How low calorie intake impacts gut health and motility Why relying on protein supplements isn’t enough The connection between blood sugar, cravings, and energy How restrictive diets can backfire on your health What balanced, nourishing nutrition actually looks like If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand how to truly start supporting your body through adequate nutrition. Stay connected by... joining my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Radiate & Thrive Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to stay connected. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠following me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠+ send me a DM saying hellur! You can also send a DM if you're ready to begin your healing journey.fill out a ⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 coaching application here⁠⁠⁠ for a deeper and more personalized approach to healing.If you resonated with this episode or found it helpful, please take a moment to rate this pod or leave a review! We appreciate you!

    16 min
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Radiate with Rita is an empowering, real, and unfiltered women's gut and hormone health podcast hosted by Rita Utterback— a Functional Nutrition Practitioner who has helped over 300 women get lasting relief from miserable periods, brutal PMS/PMDD, gut issues, and symptoms of endometriosis inside her online practice and has lived it herself. This show is for women who have been misunderstood, dismissed, are done settling and are finally ready to take back their health and their lives. In each episode, Rita breaks down the why and shares, real practical tools to help you get relief— think sustainable nutrition, habits and functional testing— without the BS that no one has time or energy for. New episodes available every Tuesday on Spotify and Apple.

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  • Creator
    Rita Utterback
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rita Utterback
  • Show Website
    Radiate with Rita

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