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Period Recovery and Fertility Podcast

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★★★★★
4.9
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106 episodes
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English
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Date created
2022/01/19
Latest episode
2026/01/12
Average duration
33 min.
Release period
16 days

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Welcome to the Period Recovery and Fertility Podcast! Here we discuss the challenging, rewarding, and life changing process of recovering your period and finding freedom with food and exercise. Whether you’re hoping to regain your cycle and get your health on track or you're ready to become a momma- this podcast is for you. While the recovery process isn't always rainbows and butterflies, it’s my hope to bring you both information and inspiration during your own recovery journey. I’m your host, Registered Dietitian and fellow HA woman Lindsey Lusson.

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Episode 100: What I’d Do If I Lost My Period Again Today (With Everything I Know Now)
2026/01/12
In this milestone 100th episode of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast, Lindsey shares a deeply practical, no-fluff conversation about what she would actually do if she woke up tomorrow without a period armed with everything she knows now after helping 400+ women restore their cycles. Instead of a highlight reel or celebration episode, Lindsey walks you through how she would think, prioritize, and sequence recovery not as a checklist, but as a strategic approach rooted in physiology, pattern recognition, and support. If you’ve been “doing all the right things” but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why your period hasn’t returned, this episode will help you zoom out, stop chasing the wrong problem, and reframe what recovery truly requires. In this episode, we cover: Why the first step is zooming out and looking at the last 6–12 months instead of the last week The HA spectrum and how hormonal red flags often appear long before your period disappears Why quick fixes and tweaks fail when the foundation itself needs rebuilding How food becomes both a physical and psychological stressor in period loss Why low energy availability shuts down ovulation regardless of BMI or diagnosis The double impact of under-fueling + fear of food and weight gain Why reducing training is essential to signaling safety, not “giving up” How chronic fight-or-flight keeps reproduction turned off Why objective progress tracking matters and how labs can guide recovery The blind spots of DIY period recovery and when support becomes essential Ready to Measure Progress and Stop Guessing? Download my free Lab Guide to understand: Which hormone labs to request What optimal ranges look like for health and fertility How to use labs to track real progress (not just effort)
Episode 99: Getting Honest About Your Relationship With Exercise — You Can’t Heal What You Don’t Acknowledge
2025/12/29
In this episode of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast, Lindsey has an honest, grounding conversation about exercise, identity, and why so many women stay stuck in recovery without realizing their training habits are part of the problem. If you’re trying to get your period back or hoping to get pregnant in 2026, this episode is a must-listen. Lindsey breaks down why movement that once felt empowering (especially for former athletes or women with a history of restriction) — can quietly work against ovulation and hormone balance when your goals change. Drawing from physiology, lived experience, and years of working with women inside the Food Freedom & Fertility Society, this episode explores how old identities, fear-based movement, and unintentional underfueling can keep your body in survival mode — even when you believe you’re “doing everything right.” If you’ve ever thought: “I eat pretty well and exercise responsibly — why hasn’t my period come back?” this conversation will help you see what might actually need to shift. In this episode, we cover: How athletic identity, discipline, and “pushing through” can quietly work against ovulationThe difference between training for performance vs. training for fertilityHow underfueling happens even when you’re not dieting or intentionally restrictingWhy low energy availability is one of the most common (and overlooked) reasons ovulation doesn’t returnThe physiology behind why your body is saying “not yet” — and why that doesn’t mean it’s brokenWhat training for fertility actually looks like (and why it often feels uncomfortable at first)The mindset shift required to move from fear-based movement to body trust and safetyThe honest questions that reveal whether your current habits are truly aligned with your fertility goals Resources Mentioned: Research on Low Energy Availability (LEA) and ovulatory suppressionSports medicine guidelines on menstrual dysfunction in active womenEpisode 1 of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast (Lindsey’s personal recovery story)Ready to Restore Your Period Without Letting Old Food and Fitness Rules Run Your Life? Watch my free training: How To Recover Your Period and Get Pregnant With the Food Freedom Fertility Society You’ll learn exactly what’s keeping you stuck — and the proven path to recovery inside the Food Freedom Fertility Society.
Episode 98: 5 Things That Helped Me Overcome My Fear of Weight Gain
2025/12/16
Episode 98: 5 Things That Helped Me Overcome My Fear of Weight Gain In this episode of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast, Lindsey opens up about one of the biggest fears women face in hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery: the fear of weight gain. After years of disordered eating, compulsive exercise, and living in a body that was far below her natural set point, Lindsey shares the mindset shifts, science, faith, and lived experiences that helped her finally let go of control — and ultimately restore her period, heal her relationship with food, and get pregnant naturally. If you’ve ever thought: “I know I need to gain weight… but I’m terrified,” this episode is a must-listen. These are the exact tools Lindsey used to overcome 15+ years of body image struggles and build the freedom-based relationship with her body she has today. In this episode: How curating your social media feed can rewire body image beliefs and stop reinforcing the “smaller is better” narrativeThe science behind HAES, set point theory, and weight bias — and how education dismantles fearGetting radically honest about under-eating, over-exercising, and long-term weight suppressionWhy weight gain is often the missing link for ovulation and pregnancy (even when your BMI is “normal”)How faith, surrender, and true exposure to weight gain helped Lindsey break free from quasi-recoveryWhy avoiding full weight restoration keeps you stuck — and the identity shift that happens when you finally let goWhat real freedom feels like when you stop fighting your body’s natural sizeResources Mentioned: Health at Every Size (HAES) frameworkIntuitive Eating principlesEpisode 1 of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast (Lindsey’s personal story) Ready to Restore Your Period Without Obsessing Over Every Bite? Watch my free training: How To Recover Your Period and Get Pregnant With the Food Freedom Fertility Society You’ll learn exactly what’s keeping you stuck — and the proven path to recovery inside the Food Freedom Fertility Society.
Episode 97: From HA to Healthy Pregnancy: How a Touring Musician Got Her Period Back Naturally
2025/12/03
In this episode of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast, Lindsey sits down with former client Taylor, a full-time touring musician and songwriter who went from years of restrictive eating, industry pressure, and a completely missing period… to restoring her cycle naturally and getting pregnant on the very first month she and her husband tried. If you've ever felt like your lifestyle is “too busy,” “too demanding,” or “too public” for recovery — or you fear what will happen if you stop controlling food and movement — Taylor’s story will remind you what’s possible when your body finally feels safe again.In this episode: How childhood body comments and teasing can shape your body image as adult The hidden pressure of the music industry — and how praise for extreme leanness can reinforce disordered habitsWhen your wedding diet spirals into panic attacks, IBS, and insomniaWhy Taylor chose to join the Food Freedom Fertility Society (even though she was terrified to change)Getting your first natural period in just 5 weeks — after years of suppression on birth controlHow to protect progress while performing, traveling, and touring across multiple statesThe shocking way Taylor found out she was pregnant on her first “try” Advice for the high-achieving woman who keeps waiting for the “right time” to start recoveryReady to Understand What’s Keeping You Stuck?Take my free quiz: Fertility Fix for the Fit GirlGet your personalized report and the next steps your body needs to restore ovulation naturally.
Episode 96: She Got Pregnant on Her 1st Ovulation… After Thinking Recovery “Would Never Work”
2025/11/20
In this episode of the Period Recovery & Fertility Podcast, Lindsey sits down with former client Tori, who went from years of missing periods, two rounds of amenorrhea, and “DIY recovery”… to restoring ovulation and getting pregnant on her very first ovulation inside the Food Freedom Fertility Society. She’s now 27 weeks along and thriving. If you've ever thought “Why isn’t this working for me?”, “I should be able to fix this myself,” or “I’m scared to ask for help,” this episode will speak straight to your heart.
Ep 95: Stress, Missing Periods & Your Long-Term Health: Understanding HA with Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt of Mayo Clinic
2025/11/05
If you’ve ever been told to “just go back on the pill” when you lost your period, or you’ve been dismissed with a misdiagnosis like “PCOS type D,” this episode is a must-listen. Today, Lindsey sits down with Dr. Chrisandra Shufelt, Chair of General Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville and a leading researcher in Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (FHA). Dr. Shufelt has spent decades studying how hormones, stress, metabolism, and lifestyle interact to influence women’s health—especially heart health. Together, they break down: What FHA actually is (spoiler: it’s not just “no period”). Why high-functioning, health-conscious women often miss the diagnosis. How low estrogen + chronic stress impacts bone density, cardiovascular function, inflammation, and brain signaling—even when you feel “fine.” Why one in every three women with FHA may already be showing early cardiovascular changes, even in their 20s. How ongoing research is working to improve diagnosis, treatment, and awareness—including two major new studies that need participant voices. This is a supportive, science-backed, empowering conversation that every active woman needs to hear. About Our GuestDr. Chrisandra Shufelt, MD, MS Chair, Division of General Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic Jacksonville International researcher in women’s hormonal health, cardiovascular risk, and menopause Principal investigator on multiple studies examining FHA and long-term health outcomes Resources & Research Participation Dr. Shufelt and her team are actively recruiting for two important research studies: 1. REVEAL Registry (Virtual / Worldwide)For women with missing or irregular cycles, with or without a formal diagnosis.No clinic visit required. → Join the REVEAL Registry: https://noperiod.info/reveal 2. ARCH FHA Study – Mayo Clinic Jacksonville (Travel Stipend Provided)A 3-month research study evaluating cardiovascular + bone health in women with FHA.Travel expenses are covered. → Apply for the ARCH Study: https://noperiod.info/arch Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: @‌food.freedom.fertility Website: www.foodfreedomandfertility.com/ Twitter:@lindseylusson Tiktok: @‌food.freedom.fertility
Ep 94: From Olympic Trials to Missing Periods: Taylor’s Fertility Wake-Up Call
2025/10/21
Lindsey sits down with Taylor, a former elite marathoner who qualified for the Olympic Trials twice—but spent 15 years without a period. After years of overtraining, under-fueling, and convincing herself she could “fix it” on her own, Taylor finally surrendered control, restored her cycle, and went from no period to pregnancy within months. This is a raw, faith-filled conversation about what it really takes to let go of perfectionism, heal your relationship with exercise, and rebuild trust with your body. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why partial recovery never works when control is still in the driver’s seat The mindset shift that helped Taylor surrender her addiction to running How faith and community helped her rebuild a healthy relationship with food What recovery looked like week by week—and how she got her period back after 15 years Understanding when fertility treatment is okay after recovery  The unexpected lessons she’s learned now navigating pregnancy after HA Connect With UsIf you’ve been “trying to do it on your own” and still don’t have your period, let Taylor’s story be your nudge that it’s time for real support. 👉 Learn more about the Food Freedom Fertility Society:https://www.foodfreedomandfertility.com/  Take the free quiz to uncover what’s keeping your cycle stuck:Fertility Fix for the Fit Girl Quiz  Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Ep 93: The Top Functional Tests for your Fertility Part 3: the DUTCH Test
2025/09/21
We’re back with the final episode of our 3-part series on functional testing for fertility! 🎉 Lindsey is joined again by our functional fertility dietitian, Anabelle, to unpack one of the most popular (and misunderstood) advanced hormone tests: the DUTCH test. If you’ve ever wondered whether the DUTCH test could be the missing piece in your fertility journey, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What the DUTCH test actually is (and why it’s different from standard bloodwork). The hormones and metabolites it measures—estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, cortisol, and more. Why the timing of the test matters (and why it’s not useful if you’re not currently ovulating). Who benefits most from running a DUTCH test—and who doesn’t. How results can uncover hidden hormone imbalances contributing to symptoms like: Short luteal phases Heavy or painful periods PMS or estrogen dominance PCOS-like patterns How a practitioner interprets results and creates an actionable, individualized plan (and why running the test on your own can feel like reading another language). Next Steps:👉 Curious if advanced testing like the DUTCH is right for you?Take our free quiz to uncover what’s blocking your fertility and what your next personalized step should be. Take the Quiz Here Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠⁠⁠
Ep 92: 🎙️ The Top Functional Tests for your Fertility Part 2: GI MAP
2025/09/07
Welcome to part two of our mini-series on the top functional tests for your fertility. Today we’ll discuss GI-MAP stool testing—a powerful way to uncover what’s really going on in your gut and how it’s impacting your gut symptoms, your hormones, periods, and fertility. I’m joined again by our functional fertility dietitian, Annabelle, to break down everything you need to know. In this episode: What the GI-MAP test is and what it measures (microbiome balance, pathogens, inflammation, digestion, immune markers, and more). Why gut health and hormones are inseparable—from estrogen detox to nutrient absorption. How digestive symptoms like bloating, constipation, and reflux can be early red flags of hormone imbalance. Client stories where uncovering gut issues (like H. pylori) helped restore fertility and support natural pregnancy. The surprising way gut imbalances may contribute to acne, skin flares, and unexplained infertility. Why only 10% of our clients need advanced gut testing to fix their digestive issues Links & Resources: What’s blocking your fertility? Take our 2 minute quiz: ⁠The Fertility Fix for the Fit Girl ⁠Interested in learning more about how to work with our team? Apply here  Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠⁠
Ep 91: The Top Functional Tests for your Fertility Part 1: HTMA
2025/08/24
This is part one of a three-part series on functional lab testing with our Functional Fertility Dietitian, Anabelle. Over the next few episodes, we’ll dive into the three main labs we use to help clients get to the root of: Hormone imbalances Fatigue and burnout Missing or irregular cycles Fertility struggles and unexplained infertility In today’s episode, we’re starting with one of our favorite tests: the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA). What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why HTMA is often the first test we run for clients who feel stuck in their fertility journey. How mineral patterns reveal your body’s ability to handle stress, produce energy, and support hormone balance. The three stages of stress (alarm, acute, and burnout) and how HTMA shows where your body is on that spectrum. Why even women who “eat really clean” may still be mineral deficient due to soil depletion, stress, or under-fueling. Real-life client stories where HTMA uncovered hidden burnout and helped guide targeted support—leading to restored fertility and pregnancy. How this simple, low-lift test offers insight into thyroid health, adrenal function, hydration, and overall resiliency. Why This Matters: Many women are told their labs look normal—yet they still feel exhausted, anxious, or struggle to get pregnant. HTMA helps uncover what’s going on beneath the surface by showing us the mineral imbalances that drive hormone and energy dysfunction. This can be both validating and empowering, giving you the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. Next Steps:We run HTMAs inside our Food Freedom Fertility Society as an add-on, and they’re included in our new Functional Fertility Package with Annabelle, which offers private coaching and personalized lab interpretation. 👉 Curious if minerals are the missing link in your fertility journey? Take our free quiz:  What’s Blocking Your Fertility (and What to Do About It) It only takes a few minutes and will point you toward the best next steps. Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠⁠
Ep 90: 5 Red Flags That Your Cycle Isn’t Actually Healthy (Even If You’re Bleeding)
2025/08/10
Just because you’re bleeding doesn’t mean your cycle is healthy—or that your body is ready for pregnancy. In this episode, I’m walking you through the five most common red flags I see in women who have gotten their period back but are still struggling to get pregnant. This is especially relevant for the 40% of our clients who come to us already cycling but still facing hidden hormone imbalances, cycle irregularities, or subclinical signs of under-fueling and stress. If you've worked hard to restore your period but are still facing frustrating fertility setbacks, this episode is going to help you understand what your body is trying to tell you. We’ll cover: What an irregular cycle really means (and why it may be anovulatory) The most overlooked signs of weak ovulation Why a short luteal phase matters (and how it's connected to under-fueling and stress) What your bleed quality can reveal about hormone balance Why periods sometimes disappear again—and what to do about it You'll also learn how we help clients inside the Food Freedom Fertility Society move from “just cycling” to thriving hormonally with regular ovulation, balanced hormones, and cycles that are truly ready to support pregnancy. Whether your period just came back or you’re still dealing with short cycles, no ovulation, or low progesterone—this episode will help you connect the dots. 🔍 Related Resources & Links: 👉 Apply for the Food Freedom Fertility Society 🎧 Episode 79: Low Blood Sugar, High Cortisol & No Period: A Fertility Red Flag Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠⁠
Ep 89: Unexplained Infertility: What Your Doctor’s Missing
2025/07/27
If your doctor told you “everything looks normal” but you still can’t get pregnant… this episode will blow your mind (and validate your gut instinct). I’m joined by Dr. Aumatma Simmons, board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and the powerhouse behind @‌holisticfertilitydoctor, to talk about why unexplained infertility isn’t actually unexplained—and how to uncover what your body’s been trying to tell you all along. We dive into the root causes missed in traditional fertility care, how to tell if your labs are actually optimal (not just “normal”), and what high-achieving women need to understand about stress, estrogen, and their nervous systems if they want to get pregnant naturally. Dr. Simmons also shares the real deal on the age and fertility myth (spoiler: it’s based on data from the 1800s) and gives us a first look at her AI-powered root cause analysis tool, Madre Fertility. Why “unexplained infertility” is a lazy diagnosis—and what’s actually going on The 5 most common root causes most doctors miss Why normal labs ≠ optimal fertility How high-achieving women accidentally block ovulation Easy ways to regulate your nervous system and boost hormones What it actually takes to increase estrogen and restore ovulation Take the Root Cause Quiz → www.madrefertility.com Work with Dr. Simmons → www.holisticfertilityinstitute.com Follow her on Instagram → @‌holisticfertilitydoctor Episode Highlights: [03:10] The personal fertility journey that led Dr. Simmons to this work [09:30] Where the “fertility cliff at 35” myth actually comes from [14:45] Toxins, gut health, stress & the real root causes of infertility [25:40] Why your estrogen is low (and what to do about it) [33:10] Why normal labs can be misleading [41:00] How perfectionism and high cortisol block your cycle [50:00] 3 free tools to regulate your nervous system and boost hormones [58:00] What to do if you feel like you’ve tried everything Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠
Ep 88: 10 Mistakes that are Keeping you Stuck in Period Recovery
2025/07/13
Are you eating more, gaining weight, and still not getting your period back? Or maybe you’ve gotten one bleed and assumed you were fully recovered—but still can’t get pregnant? In this episode, Lindsey breaks down the 10 most common mistakes she sees women make when trying to restore their cycle and support natural fertility. Spoiler alert: it’s not always about the calories, and it’s definitely not just about weight. Whether you’re tracking macros, still overtraining, or waiting for a doctor to “diagnose” you before taking action, this episode will help you identify what might be holding you back—and what to do instead. In this Episode: Why tracking calories might actually be slowing your recovery The hidden harm of “clean eating” when it comes to hormones Why fiber isn’t always your friend if you have low estrogen The role of your nervous system in ovulation Why one period ≠ full recovery or full fertility Why fertility treatments don’t always work (and what to do first) Why it’s never too early to care about getting your period back 📚 Referenced Episodes: Ep. 14 –Disordered Eating and Digestive Issues Ep. 39 – What Happens if you don’t Recover your Period Ep. 76 – You don’t have to be Underweight to Lose your Period  Ep. 86 – What Every Woman Needs to Know About Carbs & Fertility 📥 Links & Resources: 💻 Free Training: How to Get Pregnant with a Missing Period Submit a listener question for the podcast 🧪 Grab our Lab Guide: Understand Labs with HA Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠⁠
Ep 87: From “Early Menopause” to Pregnant: The Power of Slowing Down
2025/06/29
If the idea of “slowing down” makes you panic… this episode is a must-listen. Jennifer is a Yoga, Pilates, Meditation & Breathwork teacher who specialises in fertility & women’s health. During a long & difficult fertility journey of her own, Jennifer eventually found the practice of Fertility Yoga. This practice was able to ease her anxiety while TTC, relieve chronic insomnia, re-balance a thyroid condition…and eventually it helped her to fall pregnant naturally. She now runs an online business, Element Pilates & Yoga, helping women all over the world to overcome fertility challenges & find their way to motherhood.  In this Episode Why giving up high-intensity workouts felt impossible—and why she finally did it How fertility yoga helped regulate her cycle, balance hormones, and heal insomnia What most doctors miss when diagnosing cycle issues or "early menopause" The real science behind blood flow, nervous system regulation, and fertility Practical tips to shift out of fight-or-flight and reconnect with your body If you're stuck in the "all or nothing" mindset around exercise, think fertility yoga sounds boring, or feel like rest equals failure—this episode is here to change your mind (and maybe your cycle). Want to try fertility yoga with Jen?Jen is hosting a free 3-day Fertility Yoga Workshop! You’ll get daily practices, breathwork, and calming tools to help regulate your hormones and reconnect with your body. Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠
Ep 86: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Carbs and Fertility
2025/06/15
I’m tackling one of the most common and misunderstood topics in the world of hormone health and fertility: carbohydrates. Specifically, how well-intentioned choices—like following a low-carb or "clean" eating plan—might be silently disrupting your cycle, impairing ovulation, and delaying your chances of getting pregnant. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why eating “clean” or low-carb might backfire when it comes to hormonal healthThe science behind how carbs fuel ovulation, thyroid function, and estrogen balance How low energy availability—even if you're eating a lot—can shut down your reproductive system What happens to LH pulses, T3, and gut health on a low-carb or high-stress lifestyle Why mindset matters as much as macros when it comes to recovery from hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) I’m breaking down the exact physiological reasons why your cycle may still be MIA—even if your labs look “normal” and you’ve already increased calories. This isn’t just about how much you eat… it’s about what you’re eating (and what signals you’re sending your brain). You’ll also hear: Why we see so many Type A women, athletes, and “wellness girlies” struggling to ovulate Real stats from our program (91% get their period back in 90 days!) Why your gut health and hormone health are more connected than you think Resources mentioned: Free Quiz: Are You Too Healthy to Get Pregnant? Episode 14: Disordered Eating and Digestive Issues with Dr. Heather Finley Episode 85: Why Healthy, Type A Women Might Be Struggling to Get Pregnant   💛 Ready to stop second-guessing and start ovulating again—without going low-carb, burning out at the gym, or dropping $1,000s on supplements? Take the quiz linked above and find out what’s keeping your period and fertility stuck. Your body wants to heal—you just have to give it the right tools. Connect with Lindsey: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@food.freedom.fertility⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠foodfreedomandfertility.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lindseylusson⁠

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4.9 out of 5
77 reviews
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Hil446 2025/12/04
Engaging and enlightening!
I absolutely love listening to this podcast as a tool for education, motivation and joy during the harder times of period recovery. I found this provi...
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ILikeSleeping 2024/10/17
Helpful and encouraging!
This podcast has been life changing for me - really! Lindsey shares practical, accessible information and suggestions for period and fertility recover...
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nikuyyy 2024/07/11
HA Recovery
Love this podcast-it led me to Lindsey’s program and getting my cycle back to continue on my (now restored) fertility journey!
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dbhealthwellness 2024/05/20
So helpful and relatable
Lindsey and every one of her guests has been so helpful in my journey with HA, fertility, and exercise addiction. I look forward to every episode airi...
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cgulmy 2024/05/20
Invaluable resource for period recovery!
My best friend suggested this podcast (and Lindsey’s accompanying Instagram page) after my RE suggested I may be struggling with HA. The personal stor...
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mrl0825 2024/05/14
A perfect HA resource!!
I have been loving this podcast so much! There have been so many amazing guests and topics covered. Lindsay is well-spoken, super knowledgable and eas...
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!kmlm 2024/05/11
A dietitian who is changing womens’ lives and offering hope
A dedicated and knowledgeable dietitian who has greatly inspired me to stay focused and trust the process. This podcast and the food freedom fertility...
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misspiggyrieke 2024/04/01
A great help
As someone who is learning a lot of HA on their own, I have been greatly helped by Lindsey’s Q&As, general HA information, and recovery stories. It ha...
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Dunkin1234567 2024/03/05
Pressing Pause
Pressing Pause on IVF and getting pregnant was SUCH an inspiring episode!! You are doing amazing work! Really helps those who are afraid of choosing r...
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HumidityRN4FN 2024/01/29
Found freedom!!
This podcast and Lindsey have been the reasons I discovered I have HA. Lindsey is an amazing host! She is so well informed and back all of data with s...
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