Healthy You Naturally

Diane McLaren
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Healthy You Naturally with Diane McLaren is your home base for all things health & wellness. With over 25 years of experience living, breathing & working in the natural health field, Diane is an expert educator with a knack for breaking down complex methodologies in a way that is fun and approachable. Learn the in's and out's of why and how our body reacts the way it does, as we debunk common myths, discuss case studies and provide actionable steps for you and your family to incorporate into your daily routine. Join Diane every other Wednesday for a new conversation that will spark healing, growth and transformation. Don't forget to subscribe!

  1. 06/25/2025

    Ask Diane: Your Hormones Aren't Broken—They're Speaking: The Truth About Healing After 40, 50, and Beyond | S1E8

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Ever feel like your body is speaking a language you don't quite understand? In this final episode of Season 1 of Healthy You Naturally, Diane answers your most pressing questions about hormones, healing, and how to know when something's "off"—even if your labs say everything's fine. This isn't about chasing perfect test results. It's about learning to read the signals your body sends—from stubborn weight gain and irritability to brain fog and poor sleep—and knowing how to respond with rhythm, not restriction. Through her decades of experience and the BodyWELL Method, Diane shares how to stop fearing perimenopause, menopause, or mystery symptoms—and instead, build a foundation of trust, resilience, and long-term support. Because healing isn't about silencing symptoms. It's about learning to listen to what they're trying to say. You'll learn: 🌿 How to know if your hormones are off—even without lab testing 🥚 The essential role of daily rhythms like protein-rich breakfasts, bowel movements, and sleep 💥 Why "balancing" hormones doesn't mean controlling them—and what true support actually looks like 🧠 What it really means to reset your hormones naturally (hint: it's not a one-time switch) 🧘‍♀️ The difference between building hormonal resilience vs. maintaining it—and why both matter 💊 Whether you need to take herbs forever—or just during the rough patches 🔥 How to approach perimenopause and menopause without fear (yes, it can feel empowering) 💫 Why feeling vibrant after 50 isn't just possible—it's your right ✨ My takeaway? "Your hormones aren't broken. They're just overwhelmed. And when you meet them with care instead of control, your body remembers how to feel better—at every age." We talk about: 00:00 Introduction and Season Finale 02:17 Understanding Hormonal Imbalance 02:58 Daily Rhythms and Initial Steps 04:32 Supporting Your Body Naturally 05:20 Resetting Hormones Naturally 07:08 Balancing vs. Supporting Hormones 11:06 Herbs and Hormone Replacement Therapy 12:18 Perimenopause and Menopause Fears 15:00 Feeling Good After 50 16:00 Final Thoughts and Reminders Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Episode 5, 6 and 7: https://dianemclaren.com/pages/season-1-women-s-health-and-hormonal-balance  Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    21 min

  2. 06/18/2025

    Why Your PMS Symptoms Aren't "Just in Your Head": The Truth About Hormones, Mood Swings, and Cravings | S1E7

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Ever feel like your emotions hijack your week—before your period even starts? In this episode of Healthy You Naturally, Diane unpacks the real reason PMS hits like a freight train—from sudden tears and snapping at loved ones to cravings you swore you wouldn't give in to. This isn't just "that time of the month." It's your body waving a white flag, asking for support, rhythm, and relief. Diane breaks down what's actually going on behind the mood swings, breast tenderness, fatigue, and late-night sugar hunts—and how you can finally respond with clarity, not self-blame. Drawing on 30+ years of expertise and her BodyWELL Method, Diane offers a compassionate, whole-body approach to understanding hormonal shifts—one that honors your biology, your nervous system, and your emotional landscape. Because you're not broken. You're just out of rhythm—and rhythm can be restored. You'll learn: 🌊 Why PMS symptoms like mood swings and breast tenderness are chemical—not character flaws 🧁 What causes cravings even when you're "eating clean" (and how blood sugar, stress, and hormones are all tangled up) 🧠 How estrogen, progesterone, and brain chemicals like serotonin impact your emotions more than you think 🔥 The four PMS patterns: emotional shifts, cravings, adrenal fatigue, and lymph stagnation—and how to spot yours 🌿 The herbal formulas Diane uses to gently restore balance (and which ones to start with first) 💫 Practical ways to support your lymph, gut, and liver so you feel lighter—physically and emotionally ✨ My takeaway? "These symptoms aren't random. They're rhythm calls. When you nourish instead of numb, your body remembers how to heal." We talk about: 00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Shifts and PMS 02:18 Understanding Hormonal Influences 03:24 Historical Perspective on PMS 04:40 Four Categories of Hormonal Imbalance 05:01 Emotional Rollercoaster: Mood Swings and Hormones 07:15 Cravings and Blood Sugar Management 08:40 Stress and Adrenal Health 09:38 Breast Tenderness and Lymphatic Health 11:15 Supporting Your Body: The Body Well Methodology 13:15 Wellness Supplements for Hormonal Balance 17:22 Recap and Hormone Support Plan 18:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    21 min

  3. 06/11/2025

    Perimenopause, PCOS, Menopause & Hormonal Acne: How to Rebalance Naturally | S1E6

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Ever feel like your hormones are speaking in code? In this episode of Healthy You Naturally, Diane helps you finally crack the message your symptoms are trying to send—whether you're facing PCOS, hormonal acne, perimenopause, or full-on menopause. Instead of silencing your body's signals, Diane teaches us how to understand them and support them naturally, with the clarity, compassion, and real-world tools your body has been begging for. Through decades of expertise and lived experience, Diane reframes hormone shifts as powerful transitions—not malfunctions—and reminds us that every stage of womanhood deserves tailored, nourishing care. It's not about making your symptoms disappear. It's about learning what they're trying to reveal. You'll learn: 🌿 Why PCOS and hormonal acne share deeper metabolic and detox roots 🔥 How perimenopause is a reveal—not a collapse—of what your body's been carrying 💤 Why adrenal fatigue, poor sleep, blood sugar crashes, and nutrient gaps amplify hormonal symptoms 💪 How to work with your body's natural rhythm using herbs, nutrition, and movement 🧠 Six systems you must support for hormone harmony: adrenals, blood sugar, liver, elimination, sleep, and hormonal rhythm ❤️ Foundational steps to stop fighting your body—and start flowing with it ✨ My takeaway? "Your symptoms aren't setbacks—they're messages. When you listen with love, healing becomes a conversation instead of a battle." We talk about: 00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Health 01:43 Understanding Hormonal Symptoms 03:39 PCOS: Causes and Symptoms 04:44 Hormonal Acne: More Than Skin Deep 05:40 Perimenopause: A Natural Transition 09:07 Menopause: Embracing the Change 10:55 Factors Affecting Hormonal Balance 13:30 Natural Support for Hormonal Health 20:00 Recap and Final Thoughts Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    23 min

  4. 06/04/2025

    The Herbal Hormone Toolkit: 5 Natural Formulas to Rebalance Your Body | S1E5

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Ever wish your hormones came with a user manual? In this episode of Healthy You Naturally, Diane opens her time-tested herbal toolkit to help you gently recalibrate your hormones, mood, energy, and cycles—without the overwhelm. Drawing on 30+ years of practice, she shares the five core herbal formulas she trusts to support women through every season of life—from PMS and perimenopause to adrenal fatigue and thyroid imbalance. It's not about fixing what's broken. It's about listening to what your body is trying to say—and supporting it back to balance. You'll learn: Why herbs work with your body (not against it) to restore balance The 5 essential formulas Diane recommends for hormonal harmony and why How to know which formula to start with—and how to layer them Why healthy elimination, liver detox, sleep, and healthy fats are essential partners in hormonal healing Powerful reminders that symptoms aren't failures—they're invitations to listen ✨ My takeaway? "Your symptoms are not setbacks—they are signposts pointing you toward healing." We talk about: 00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Balance 02:20 The Power of Herbs 04:28 Master G: The Hormonal Conductor 06:12 Three: Emotional and Hormonal Support 08:01 Adrenal Support: Energy and Stress Resilience 10:10 Women's Formula: Hormonal Rhythm and Menopause 12:12 Thyroid and Pituitary Support 14:35 Supporting Systems for Hormonal Health 16:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    20 min

  5. 05/28/2025

    Rethinking Hormones: Natural Ways to Reconnect, Realign, and Restore | S1E4

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Is your body whispering for balance—but you're too busy to hear it? In this empowering episode of Healthy You Naturally, I sit down with longtime wellness practitioner Linda Kennedy to demystify natural hormone balancing. Together, we unpack the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs your body uses to say, "Hey, something's off"—and how tuning in with food, movement, sleep, and breath can bring it back into harmony. Whether you're navigating PMS, perimenopause, or post-menopause—or just want to feel more like you again—this episode is your invitation to reconnect with your body's natural rhythm. No shame. No overwhelm. Just small, doable shifts that add up. 💡 You'll learn: The truth about hormone imbalance (and why it's more than estrogen & progesterone) How the thyroid, liver, and adrenals are key players in hormone health The role of hydration, sleep, and stress in restoring internal harmony How traditional wisdom meets modern science in balancing your body naturally Favorite supplements and herbs to gently support hormone health Why tuning in to your body's subtle symptoms is the most powerful healing strategy you can use ✨ My takeaway? "Your body is not a battleground. It is your home." We talk about: 00:00 Introduction to Hormone Balance 00:25 Welcome to Healthy You Naturally 01:35 Special Guest: Linda Kennedy 02:02 Understanding Hormone Imbalance 04:31 Holistic Health and Lifestyle Shifts 15:19 The Importance of Adrenal Health 17:02 Listening to Your Body's Signals 20:20 Recommended Supplements for Hormone Health 22:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with Linda https://www.lindakennedyiridologist.ca/  Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    23 min

  6. 05/21/2025

    The Thyroid & Metabolism Connection - Tired, Cold, or Stuck? It might Be Your Thyroid! S1E3

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. Are you feeling tired, cold, or just a bit off? It might be your thyroid that's trying to get your attention. In today's fast-paced world, we often overlook the tiny gland that plays a tremendous role in our overall wellbeing. Welcome back to Health You Naturally, where we dive into women's health and hormonal balance.  Thyroid health affects your whole body because every cell has thyroid hormone receptors. The thyroid produces significant hormones such as T3 and T4, essential for energy and metabolic functions, as well as calcitonin, which supports bone health.  In this episode, we'll explore the importance of thyroid health, what symptoms to look out for, and how to support your thyroid naturally. We also cover the importance of understanding how interconnected systems like the gut, liver, and adrenal glands play a significant role in thyroid function. By tuning in to our symptoms and nourishing our bodies thoughtfully, we can achieve better overall wellness. We talk about: 00:00 Introduction: Is Your Thyroid Affecting You? 01:28 Understanding Thyroid Health 02:22 The Thyroid's Role in the Body 02:47 Common Thyroid Issues and Misconceptions 04:00 How the Thyroid Functions 05:06 Thyroid Hormones and Their Importance 06:39 Supporting Your Thyroid Naturally 09:40 Environmental and Lifestyle Factors 14:35 Practical Tips for Thyroid Health 19:49 Conclusion: Embrace Holistic Thyroid Care Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    23 min

  7. 05/14/2025

    Ask Diane: How to Reset Your Hormones Naturally | S1E2

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. In episode two of 'Healthy You Naturally,' I address listener questions in the first 'Ask Diane' segment of this series. The focus is on managing women's health and hormonal balance from PMS to menopause. I discuss the impact of nutrition, stress, sleep, and lifestyle on hormonal health, offering practical and gentle strategies for resetting the body naturally.  Topics include food and weight concerns, adrenal and cortisol imbalances, the importance of digestion and elimination, and the role of emotional well-being in hormonal balance. I emphasize a holistic approach to nurturing the endocrine system and encourage listeners to stay curious and patient in their health journey. We talk about: 00:00 Introduction  02:35 Addressing Food and Weight Concerns 04:12 Understanding Hormonal Imbalances 07:08 Managing Stress and Hormones 09:04 Sleep and Hormonal Health 11:58 Emotional Health and Hormones 14:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Episode 13: https://dianemclaren.com/pages/ep-13-the-power-of-sleep-exploring-the-top-myths-and-benefits-when-it-comes-to-getting-a-good-nights-sleep  Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    18 min

  8. 05/07/2025

    Hormones 101: How (and What) They Impact | S1E1

    The information in this program is for educational purposes only and is not intended for the mitigation, cure, or treatment of medical conditions. In the premiere episode of this new series on women's health and hormonal balance, the focus is on empowering women to take control of their health by understanding their hormones.  The episode discusses the integral role hormones play in daily well-being, from metabolism and energy to mood and digestion. I explain the endocrine system, detailing how various glands like the thyroid, adrenals, and ovaries are interconnected.  Common signs of hormonal imbalance, such as fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain, are highlighted, along with their modern-day triggers like stress and processed foods. Practical steps for naturally balancing hormones are offered, including dietary changes, better sleep habits, and the use of herbal supplements.  The episode aims to demystify hormones and encourages listeners to view their symptoms as signals for support, rather than mere inconveniences. We talk about: 00:00 Introduction  02:35 Understanding Hormones: The Basics 04:24 The Endocrine System: Key Players 06:51 Everyday Impacts of Hormones 09:15 Common Hormonal Imbalances and Their Causes 12:07 Practical Steps to Support Hormonal Health 14:15 Herbal Remedies for Hormonal Balance 15:21 Conclusion and Next Steps Resources mentioned in this episode: Herbs: https://dianemclaren.com/collections/dianes-favourite-herbal-supplements Connect with me www.dianemclaren.com  www.instagram.com/dianemclarennaturally

    18 min
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Healthy You Naturally with Diane McLaren is your home base for all things health & wellness. With over 25 years of experience living, breathing & working in the natural health field, Diane is an expert educator with a knack for breaking down complex methodologies in a way that is fun and approachable. Learn the in's and out's of why and how our body reacts the way it does, as we debunk common myths, discuss case studies and provide actionable steps for you and your family to incorporate into your daily routine. Join Diane every other Wednesday for a new conversation that will spark healing, growth and transformation. Don't forget to subscribe!

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  • Creator
    Diane McLaren
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©Diane McLaren | 2021
  • Show Website
    Healthy You Naturally