2D AGO

Season 2, Episode 11: Traditional Healing Explained: How to Understand and Use Herbal & Chinese Medicine in Everyday Life

If you’ve ever been curious about herbalism or Traditional Chinese Medicine, but felt a bit overwhelmed by it all… this episode is a really good place to start. There’s so much information out there around herbs, energy, balance and holistic healing, but not always explained in a way that actually feels clear or usable. So in this episode, we’re breaking it all down in a simple, grounded way. We talk about how traditional healing systems understand the body differently, what concepts like Qi, Blood, Yin and Yang actually mean in real life, and how herbs support your body over time rather than acting as quick fixes. We also go into how you can start using herbs in your everyday life without overcomplicating it, and how to build a simple, supportive routine that actually fits into your day. This is about understanding your body, not overwhelming it. Time stamps: Intro: 0:00Part 1 How Traditional Healing Systems Understand the Body: 3:36Part 2 Traditional Chinese Medicine: 8:18Part 3 Herbalism Explained: 13:59Part 4 How to Use Herbs in Everyday Life: 19:39Part 5 Building a Simple Herbal & Traditional Wellness Routine: 25:25 We discuss:The difference between symptom-based and pattern-based healingHow Traditional Chinese Medicine views the bodyWhat Qi, Blood, Yin and Yang actually meanHow herbalism works (and why it’s not about quick fixes)How to start using herbs in everyday lifeBuilding a simple, supportive wellness routine For more: You can find everything in one place:bio.byaleora.com Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & SubstackRead the full blog and get weekly support on SubstackExplore journals, tools and resources to support your routine Follow @byaleora for daily posts where each episode is broken down into simple, practical guidance across the week About Aleora: Glowfully is a women’s wellness podcast designed to help you understand your body, support it in a holistic way, and build a lifestyle that actually feels sustainable. Because when you understand your body, everything starts to feel a lot more manageable.

33 min

MAR 31

Season 2, Episode 9: Thyroid Health in Women: Why You Feel Tired, Sluggish or Not Like Yourself

You know when you don’t feel ill… but you don’t feel like yourself either? Your energy is low, your body feels heavier, your mood feels a bit flatter, and everything just feels like more effort than it should. And you’re left thinking…“why do I feel like this?” In this episode, we’re breaking down thyroid health in women in a way that actually makes sense. Not in a clinical, overwhelming way, but in a way that helps you connect what you’re feeling to what’s happening in your body. Because your thyroid plays a role in so much more than most people realise. Your energy, your metabolism, your temperature, your hormones, your mood. So when it’s not fully supported, even subtly, you can feel it. We talk through: What the thyroid actually does and why it affects everythingThe subtle signs of low thyroid function that women often missHow your thyroid connects to your hormones, cycle and stress levelsThe nutrients your body needs to support thyroid functionHow to support your body gently over time without pressure or quick fixes We also bring in a holistic perspective, including Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda and Western herbalism, so you can understand your body from a more complete, connected point of view. If you’ve been feeling tired, sluggish or just not quite like yourself… this episode will help you understand why, and what your body might be asking for. Continue your journey with Aleora You can find everything in one place:bio.byaleora.com → Read the blog version of this episode→ Subscribe to Substack for free weekly wellness content→ Join a tier for deeper support + downloadable resources→ Explore journals and tools designed to support your energy and routine→ Follow @byaleora for daily posts breaking this down further Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & SubstackJoin the Aléora Babes @byaleora

38 min

MAR 24

Season 2, Episode 8: Stress, Overload & the Female Body: What Happens When Your System Reaches Its Limit

You know when you don’t feel ill… but you don’t feel like yourself either? Your energy’s off, your digestion’s a bit unpredictable, your mind won’t switch off, and you just feel like your body is doing something… but you can’t quite explain it. In this episode, we’re properly breaking down what stress actually looks like in the female body, not just mentally, but physiologically. Because most of the time, it’s not just “stress”… It’s overload. It’s your body carrying more than it can comfortably regulate over time. We’re talking through how this builds, why it starts showing up in your digestion, hormones, skin and energy, and how to start supporting your system in a way that actually works, without pressure, extremes or quick fixes. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, reactive, tired or just not quite yourself lately… this will help you understand why. Time Stamps: 00:00 — Intro05:02 — When Your Body Says “Enough” (Understanding Stress Overload)11:07 — The Gut–Brain Axis (Why Stress Shows Up in Digestion)18:14 — Why You Feel “Off” (Inflammation, Hormones & Fatigue)26:12 — It’s Not Just You (Modern Life & Nervous System Overload)36:07 — Supporting Your Body (Gentle, Realistic Ways to Regulate) In this episode we cover:What stress actually is in the body (beyond just a feeling)Allostatic load and why stress builds over timeThe gut–brain connection and how stress affects digestionCortisol, inflammation and hormonal shiftsWhy so many women feel “off” rather than unwellHow modern life contributes to nervous system overloadSimple, realistic ways to support your body back into balance You can find everything in one place:bio.byaleora.com Read the blog version of this episodeSubscribe to Substack for free weekly wellness contentJoin a tier for deeper support + bonus resourcesShop journals and digital tools designed to support your nervous systemFollow along on socials for daily posts breaking this down further Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & SubstackJoin the Aléora Babes @byaleora

49 min

FEB 10

Season 2, Episode 6: Libido, Desire & Women’s Sexual Health Explained

Libido changes are one of the most common yet misunderstood aspects of women’s health. In this episode of Glowfully by Aléora, we explore women’s sexual health through a physiological, nervous system, and holistic lens, moving away from shame, pressure, and quick fixes. We discuss why desire changes across a woman’s life, how hormones, stress, energy availability, and nervous system safety influence libido, and why low desire is not a personal failure. This episode also covers vaginal comfort and tissue health, the role of circulation and nourishment, and how gentle herbal support can be used in a supportive, non-stimulatory way. Rather than focusing on “boosting” desire, this conversation reframes libido as communication, helping women understand what their bodies may be asking for and how to support sexual health without pressure or performance. This episode is educational, calming, and designed to help women feel informed, reassured, and supported in their health journey. 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Substack. 🔗 All of our links in one place: bio.byaleora.com📖 Read the full blog exclusively on Substack💌 Join the Aléora Babes on Substack for deeper women’s health education🛍 Explore the Aléora shop on Etsy for gentle wellness tools

35 min

FEB 5

Season 2, Episode 5: Blood Sugar, Energy & Why Women Feel Tired, Anxious or Crave Sugar

Many women move through their days feeling exhausted, anxious, foggy, or constantly craving sugar, and are told it’s stress, hormones, or just modern life. In this episode of Glowfully by Aléora, we explore one of the most overlooked foundations of women’s energy and mood: blood sugar regulation. This conversation is not about dieting, cutting carbohydrates, or controlling food. It’s about understanding how the body creates and uses energy, why women are particularly sensitive to blood sugar instability, and how stress, hormones, and daily rhythms all play a role. In this episode, we cover: What blood sugar actually is and why it matters for women The physiological link between blood sugar, anxiety, and irritability Why energy crashes, afternoon slumps, and brain fog happen How stress and cortisol disrupt blood sugar, even when you’re “eating well” What balanced meals really mean, without diet culture Gentle herbal and nutritional support for blood sugar regulation Daily rhythms that support steadier energy and nervous system safety This episode is educational, calming, and grounded in women’s physiology, offering clarity without pressure or restriction. All links in one place: bio.byaleora.com

50 min

JAN 20

Season 2, Episode 3: Perimenopause & Menopause: What No One Prepared Women For

Understanding hormonal transitions, emotional changes, and how to support yourself through midlife. Perimenopause and menopause are often spoken about quietly, vaguely, or far too late. Many women move through this transition feeling confused, dismissed, or unprepared for how deeply it can affect their bodies, emotions, and sense of self. In this episode of Glowfully by Aléora, we explore perimenopause and menopause as whole-body transitions, not just reproductive milestones. We look at what perimenopause actually is and when it often begins, why so many symptoms are dismissed as “just ageing”, and how hormonal shifts interact with the nervous system, emotions, metabolism, and long-term health. This episode covers: What perimenopause actually is and why it often starts earlier than expectedSymptoms women are told are “just ageing”Oestrogen, progesterone, and the nervous system in midlifeBone, muscle, and metabolic health in menopauseHerbal and holistic support during hormonal transitionSex drive, vaginal health, and intimacy changesHow to support yourself through perimenopause and menopause without fear, shame, or dismissalThis is a calm, in-depth conversation grounded in women’s health physiology and holistic care. Nothing here is prescriptive. Everything is shared as education and support to help women understand their bodies more clearly during this stage of life. Season 2, Episode 3: Perimenopause & Menopause: What No One Prepared Women For Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Substack, or directly on our website. Read the full blog on Substack or at www.byaleora.com. Explore supportive tools in the Aléora shop, created to support women through every stage of hormonal change. All of our links in one place: bio.byaleora.com

55 min

JAN 13

Season 2, Episode 2: Women’s Gut Health: Bloating, Constipation & Digestive Imbalance Explained

Why women experience digestive issues more often and how hormones, stress, and daily rhythms shape gut health. Bloating, constipation, and digestive discomfort are incredibly common for women, yet they are often dismissed, normalised, or treated with advice that doesn’t take female physiology into account. In this episode of Glowfully by Aléora, we explore women’s gut health through a whole-body, physiology-led lens. We look at why women are more prone to digestive issues, how hormones and stress affect digestion, and why symptoms like bloating and slow digestion are often forms of communication rather than problems to suppress. This episode covers: Why women experience digestive issues more oftenThe different types of bloating and what they can indicateConstipation and slow digestion in womenThe gut–skin–hormone connectionSupporting digestion without restriction or diet cultureHerbal support for women’s digestionDaily habits that calm the gut long-termThis is a calm, in-depth conversation designed to help you understand your body rather than feel blamed by it. Nothing here is prescriptive. Everything is offered as education and context to support informed, compassionate care. Season 2, Episode 2: Women’s Gut Health: Bloating, Constipation & Digestive Imbalance Explained Read the full blog on Substack or our website, or listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Substack, & our website for more. All of our links in one place: bio.byaleora.com

1 hr

JAN 8

S2 E1: PCOS, Irregular Cycles & What Your Hormones Are Trying to Tell You

Understanding PCOS, insulin, hormones, cycles, and holistic support without fear or diet culture. PCOS is one of the most common and misunderstood women’s health conditions, yet many women are left without clear explanations or meaningful support. In this first episode of Season 2 of Glowfully by Aléora, we explore what PCOS actually is (and what it isn’t), why irregular cycles are often a symptom rather than the problem, and how hormones, insulin, metabolism, and the nervous system are deeply connected. This episode covers: What PCOS really means from a hormonal and metabolic perspectiveWhy ovulation matters more than “regular periods”The insulin–hormone connection in women’s healthAndrogens, acne, hair growth, and hair loss explainedNutrition for hormonal balance without diet cultureHerbal and holistic support for PCOSLearning to work with your cycle again, with patience and trust This is a calm, evidence-aware, and supportive conversation designed to help you understand your body rather than feel blamed by it. Nothing here is prescriptive. Everything is offered as education, context, and support. This episode sets the foundation for Season 2, where we’ll continue exploring women’s health, hormones, metabolism, cycles, skin, energy, and long-term wellbeing. All of our links in one place: bio.byaleora.comRead the full blog at www.byaleora.com or SubstackJoin the Aléora Babes on Substack at byaleora.substack.comFollow along on our socials for daily women’s health education

48 min

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Episodes

Season 2, Episode 11: Traditional Healing Explained: How to Understand and Use Herbal & Chinese Medicine in Everyday Life

Season 2, Episode 9: Thyroid Health in Women: Why You Feel Tired, Sluggish or Not Like Yourself

Season 2, Episode 8: Stress, Overload & the Female Body: What Happens When Your System Reaches Its Limit

Season 2, Episode 6: Libido, Desire & Women’s Sexual Health Explained

Season 2, Episode 5: Blood Sugar, Energy & Why Women Feel Tired, Anxious or Crave Sugar

Season 2, Episode 3: Perimenopause & Menopause: What No One Prepared Women For

Season 2, Episode 2: Women’s Gut Health: Bloating, Constipation & Digestive Imbalance Explained

S2 E1: PCOS, Irregular Cycles & What Your Hormones Are Trying to Tell You

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