The Female Health Solution Podcast The Female Health Solution Podcast

Longevity and vitality are two things we are all searching for. In this conversation with Eric Edmeades, he shared the top ways to find both and break free from disease. Eric also discussed how to make behaviorial change that will actually stick and produce long term health progress. 
Eric's journey into health and nutrition, inspired by his own health struggles, led him to develop WILDFIT, a program designed to help people change their relationship with food and reverse conditions like type 2 diabetes. His latest book, "Postdiabetic," co-authored with Dr. Ruben Ruiz, challenges traditional medical narratives by spreading the message that type 2 diabetes is reversible in most cases. 
In our conversation, Eric debunks the marketing in the food industry and shares the detrimental effects of modern dietary practices. Making a return to evolutionary principles in nutrition is the key to overall wellness. Dive into the full episode for Eric's take on achieving longevity and biohacking our bodies for the best results. 
About Eric: 
Eric Edmeades is an award-winning international speaker, author, and pioneer in evolutionary biology, nutritional anthropology, and behavioral change dynamics. He guides people towards profound and lasting health breakthroughs through science-based protocols that deliver results far beyond the ordinary. His achievements have also earned him an award from the Transformational Leadership Council: a panel of 150 of America’s top visionaries in health, wellness, and peak performance.
Find Eric: 
https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/?hl=en
 

Not every relationship can survive abuse. And honestly, repairing a relationship after abuse is often not possible. 
My story is a little different. Trigger warning: talk of suicide and physical abuse. 
I’ve shared some of my relationship on the podcast before, but I think it’s important to share more behind-the-scenes. By sharing our stories, we find community and hope especially when others go through similar challenges. 
If you haven’t already, you can find the original episode for context. At that point in my healing journey, I couldn't narrate the story myself and had support to guide the conversation. I also did an episode with Kaitlyn Jorgensen, where we discussed valuable resources and guidance that can be beneficial for anyone going through an abusive situation.
My husband and I faced numerous challenges, starting with the definition of our roles in the relationship. We also dealt with some pretty big relationship issues, including starting our lives together without support, dealing with judgemental family members, and holding on to resentments. 
The turning point came when my husband began showing some aggressive behaviors. I tried everything within my power to support him, but things continued to get worse, and he began talking about taking his own life. One of the scariest moments was when he woke me in the middle of the night, asking for help to hold a gun. 
Things escalated when he started becoming physically aggressive. All it took was one explosion and I knew I needed to get out. This period of my life marked a season of resilience and growth. It was incredibly painful, but I experienced incredible transformation. And so did my husband. 
It’s important to remember that when you look at a relationship from the outside or see on social media, you don’t know the full story or what someone has walked through. 
Listen to the full episode for all the details. 
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Today, we're diving into the top causes of fatigue, focusing on hormones and overall system function. Chronic fatigue can be an issue even when you sleep well and isn't always related to chronic illnesses like autoimmune diseases. Factors like mold exposure, toxic overload, and genetic detox issues can contribute to chronic fatigue. 
I’ve been there. From dealing with autoimmune flare-ups to a severe spider bite, I've learned to listen to my body. Chronic fatigue is most often related to stress, cortisol patterns and adrenal function. Additionally, nutrient deficiencies, toxic overload, and even unsupportive relationships can drain your energy. Dive into this episode for all the details!
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Here’s the truth about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). HRT is often used to manage symptoms related to hormonal imbalances, particularly during menopause. These hormones can be administered via oral tablets, skin patches, gels, creams, and vaginal rings. 
As with most things, my general approach is to prioritize natural methods first, as the body is inherently designed to produce and regulate hormones. That being said, there are definitely cases where additional tools, including HRT, may be helpful for a period to help the body function better.
Here are some common HRT side effects: headaches, breast pain, nausea, mood changes, weight gain, skin irritations, and more. When thinking long term - what is the plan for managing your health not just now, but in the future? These initial side effects can sometimes turn into bigger issues down the road. 
The decision to use HRT is highly personal and should be made with full awareness of the benefits, risks, and alternatives. If you’ve had questions about HRT or how to regulate hormones naturally, I’d love to help. 
We can take a look at your hormone levels with an at-home dried urine test. I am actually doing a FREE DUTCH TEST GIVEAWAY in my free 5 day hormone jumpstart which starts next week. I will also be giving away herbal tinctures too! 
Join the free 5 day hormone jumpstart: https://dr-beth-westie.mykajabi.com/free-5-day-metabolism-boost-hormone-balance-reset
 

Did you know that dopamine plays an important role in managing ADHD symptoms? 
On a recent live coaching call, I spoke with Elizabeth about dopamine, ADHD, gut health and what we can do to optimize wellness in each of these categories. 
Dopamine, “the feel-good” neurotransmitter, is often dysregulated in individuals with ADHD, creating issues with attention, motivation and impulse control. 
Here’s my dopamine to-do list: 
Regular Dopamine Detoxes: Yes, to increase dopamine we need to make sure our dopamine receptors are available and our brain has a chance to detox and reset. 
Anti-inflammatory Diet: Avoiding inflammatory foods such as gluten, dairy, and sugar can help reduce brain inflammation and support dopamine production.
Quality Sleep: deep, uninterrupted sleep is crucial for overall brain health.
Establishing Routine: Your brain responds to routine although routine may not be as exciting in terms of dopamine. 
We also discussed testosterone and adrenal health, specifically the role of stress. Listen to the full episode for all the details! 
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I used to believe that fat loss and stress management were two separate parts of my health journey. 
That was until I understood how the female body works… 
Stress plays a major role in fat storage for better or worse. Simplified, less stress can lead to less fat, and more stress to more fat. 
Let’s talk about fitness and workouts specifically. Here’s the workout protocol I follow for fat loss: 
Daily Walks before or after breakfast - casual pace for nervous system regulation
Weight lifting (higher intensity in my estrogen phase/first half of my cycle) 
Yoga (primarily in my progesterone phase/second half of my cycle) 
170g of protein (I’m 6’2”, so your protein goals will probably be different) 
If your cortisol is completely off track (either too high or too low), it’s important to focus on that first, so that your workouts aren’t working against you. If you’d like to check your levels, you can get started with a DUTCH test. 
DUTCH Test: https://drbethwestie.com/dutch-hormone-testing/