Vigour Women's Health Podcast

Sal

The #1 podcast supporting women with reproductive health related symptoms & diagnoses. This podcast is an educational tool providing you with answers around your most important health, wellness, nutrition and fitness questions. As a certified holistic women’s health nutrition consultant & yoga instructor, I’ve created this space to guide you with insightful conversations and tools to better your health and thrive. I take a plant-based vegan approach and holistic health model to support my clients. Reach out!

Episodes

  1. 06/30/2023

    Enhancing FERTILITY naturally in MEN | Part 3

    Today’s episode answers the following questions around enhancing fertility in men: Why is sperm quality declining?  How does oxidative stress impact men’s fertility?  Why is it an issue with fertility if you’re an obese man?  How can a plant-based diet help?  What are specific nutrients men should focus on?  What are some lifestyle factors that men need to watch out for? How does exercise impact male fertility?  Is testicular heat a real concern?  And a general Q&A… Is gluten-free better (for men & women)?  How to create positive bodily experiences (for men & women) while TTC? How does mindfulness help with TTC? Why having sex outside of your fertility window is so important What if you’re not able to follow all the recommendations?

    14 min

  2. 06/29/2023

    Enhancing FERTILITY Naturally in Women | Part 2

    Today’s episode answers the following questions around enhancing fertility in females: Does BMI matter for female fertility?  Does being underweight affect your fertility? What is the recommendation for carbohydrate intake for females?  How does inflammation affect fertility? What would help you reduce inflammation? How does being plant-based help?  What are specific supplements that could support female fertility?  What are ways to get those needed nutrients through whole food? Does protein intake matter? How much protein?  Does caffeine matter?  Should you be exercising when trying to conceive/ get pregnant? What is defined as vigorous exercise?

    11 min

  3. 06/28/2023

    Nutrition to Enhance FERTILITY | Obstacles to Natural Conception in Men & Women (Part 1)

    Today’s episode answers the following questions around obstacles to fertility: Is age a serious factor? What physical issues in men and women can be a factor? Does physical activity matter? Does diet matter? Is your weight a factor? Does BMI really matter? When should you make changes? Is sugar a factor in fertility? What’s the connection between increased sugar intake and fertility outcomes? What is the recommended sugar intake for optimal health and fertility? How is insulin connected to fertility? How is dysglycemia related to fertility or infertility? Does fat intake matter for fertility?  How does oxidative stress impact male fertility?

    20 min

  4. 06/28/2023

    Cycle & Symptom Tracking | Why & How

    In this episode, I'm covering the benefits of cycle & symptom tracking with endometriosis, PCOS, infertility, or any other women's health related concerns.  You’ll learn: - Why you should track your period - Benefits of tracking your period - How to determine when you're ovulating - How to identify your baseline symptoms - Using that knowledge to observe findings - Noticing personal flare ups with food & lifestyle changes  - What to use to track your cycle & symptoms

    14 min

  5. 06/22/2023

    Estrogen Dominance | Symptoms & Recommendations

    In today's episode, you can expect to hear lots about: - the two scenarios where estrogen dominance occurs - the MANY sources of excess estrogens - symptoms to look out for - How unopposed estrogens can lead to a lot of pathological conditions like ovarian cysts, fibrocystic breasts, breast cancer & endometriosis. - Recommendations to support yourself through diet, supplements & lifestyle changes Instagram: naturallysal

    14 min
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The #1 podcast supporting women with reproductive health related symptoms & diagnoses. This podcast is an educational tool providing you with answers around your most important health, wellness, nutrition and fitness questions. As a certified holistic women’s health nutrition consultant & yoga instructor, I’ve created this space to guide you with insightful conversations and tools to better your health and thrive. I take a plant-based vegan approach and holistic health model to support my clients. Reach out!

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