Which magnesium is best? Does collagen actually work? Why has my period stopped? In this listener Q&A, naturopath Mia Stanley answers your most-asked questions on gut health, hormones, supplements and women’s health, backed by science and real clinic experience. There’s so much conflicting health advice online, especially about which supplements to take, which foods to cut out and how to support your hormones. In this episode, I cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters for your health. I’m answering the questions I hear most in clinic, including how to tell if your supplements are working, why you can eat well and still be low in nutrients, and how stress, exercise and nutrition affect your gut and hormones. We also go deeper into hypothalamic amenorrhoea (missing periods), subclinical hypothyroidism, low energy availability and what’s happening hormonally across your menstrual cycle. If you’re dealing with bloating or other gut symptoms, hormone imbalances or irregular periods, or you’re just overwhelmed by supplement advice, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE: The 5 health foods I recommend adding to your daily diet, and why dietary diversity matters for gut healthWhich type of magnesium to take: magnesium glycinate vs magnesium citrateCollagen supplements in midlife: what the research says about skin and joint health, and how to tell if it’s workingNutrient absorption: why you can eat a nutrient-rich diet and still have deficienciesGoing gluten-free or dairy-free: when it makes sense, and when to reintroduce themAm I eating enough? Fuelling for exercise, recovery and hormone healthLow energy availability (RED-S) and its effects on your period, bone health and energyHormones explained: oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol and thyroid hormonesSubclinical hypothyroidism: what it means and which tests to ask aboutHypothalamic amenorrhoea: why your period can stop, and how nutrition, fuelling and recovery help it returnIs breakfast really the most important meal of the day? What happens when you regularly skip itThe 4 phases of the menstrual cycle and how they affect your energy, appetite, digestion, skin and moodMy path to becoming a naturopath: study, qualifications and career options in natural health A LITTLE REMINDERYour symptoms aren’t random, and your body isn’t failing you. Instead of jumping from supplement to supplement or cutting out more foods, start by understanding what’s driving your symptoms and take an individualised approach. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who’d find it helpful. Reviews help more people find the show. WORK WITH MEI’m Mia Stanley, a qualified naturopath specialising in gut health, hormones, skin and women’s health. I see clients in person in Elwood, Melbourne, and via telehealth Australia-wide. Book a consult or learn more: www.lovemianaturopathy.com.auFollow on Instagram: @lovemianaturopathy Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualised medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always speak with your healthcare provider before starting supplements or changing your diet or medication.
