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In this episode, we’re talking about something that impacts energy, hormones, mood, and cravings more than most people realize: blood sugar. We walk through how blood sugar works, the role insulin plays, and why consistent nourishment matters far more than perfection. I also share what I’m seeing in client work, things like how macronutrients, minerals, and total intake all work together to support steady energy and calmer cravings. This episode isn’t about rigid rules or micromanaging food. It’s about learning how to support your body in a way that feels sustainable, grounded, and responsive to what it’s asking for physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In this episode, we cover: Why blood sugar regulation matters for hormones and daily energy How skipping meals and under-eating quietly disrupt stability The role of insulin and consistent eating patterns Why protein, carbs, and fats all matter and why none of them work alone How mineral status influences cravings and blood sugar swings What cravings often signal about nutrient needs The connection between stress, emotions, and blood sugar balance If you’ve ever felt tired, shaky, moody, or stuck in cycles of cravings and crashes, this episode will help you understand what’s happening and where to start supporting your body more intentionally.   Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, I’m talking about something that quietly influences everything in our health: seasonal rhythms. This conversation about what it actually looks like to live in sync with the natural rhythms God designed our bodies to follow. From light exposure and sleep to food, minerals, and daily routines, so much of hormone balance comes back to alignment, not force. We talk about circadian rhythms and why light matters more than we’ve been taught, how modern life pulls us out of sync with the earth, and what that means for hormone production, energy, and mood. This episode isn’t about doing life “perfectly” or moving off the grid. It’s about becoming more aware of the signals your body is giving you and making small, realistic shifts that bring more steadiness, safety, and support. In this episode, we talk about: Why your body thrives on rhythm, not constant stimulation How light exposure influences hormones and circadian health Simple ways to support your rhythm in the morning and evening What eating seasonally and locally actually supports in the body Why minerals matter more than we realize in modern life The connection between iron, copper, and overall vitality How honoring natural rhythms can be both practical and spiritual If you’ve been feeling a little off, disconnected, or tired in ways that don’t make sense, this episode is an invitation to slow down and reconnect not by adding more, but by aligning more closely with what your body was designed to need.   Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.   

Here’s the thing: many women are not eating enough to support their hormones, even when they’re eating “clean,” prioritizing protein, and taking all the right supplements. I see this constantly in client work, and I’ve lived it myself. If your body doesn’t have enough fuel, it can’t make hormones well, especially progesterone, no matter how hard you’re trying to do everything “right.” This episode of The Hormone Happy Hour,  is all about understanding what enough actually means for your body, why under-eating is so common (and often unintentional), and how strategic, intentional increases in food can be one of the most supportive things you do for hormone balance. We also talk about reverse dieting, metabolic individuality, and why blanket calorie advice almost always misses the mark. In this episode, I cover: Why eating “clean” doesn’t always mean eating enough How under-fueling quietly impacts progesterone, energy, mood, and libido What reverse dieting really is and who it’s actually for Why calorie needs are deeply individual (and not something to guess at) How hair mineral testing and metabolic type guide smarter nutrition decisions What I’m seeing in client results when nourishment becomes the priority I also share details about an upcoming Full Reset program designed to help women rebuild hormone balance from the ground up with personalized nutrition strategies based on real data, not trends or restrictions. If this episode makes you pause and wonder whether your body has been running on less than it needs, let that curiosity stay with you.  Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!

In this episode of The Hormone Happy Hour, I’m sharing how my relationship with exercise has completely shifted and why I think a lot of women are unintentionally working against their hormones in the name of “being healthy.” This conversation is especially for the woman who loves movement, wants to feel strong, and also wants her body to actually respond well instead of feeling more depleted, inflamed, or stuck. We’re talking honestly about seasons of movement and how exercise needs to look different depending on where your hormones, nervous system, and metabolism actually are right now. I also walk through the connection between control, overtraining, under-fueling, and why so many women don’t realize how quickly that spiral can impact libido, mood, and overall hormone balance. This episode is about finding a rhythm that supports your body instead of constantly asking it to push harder. In this episode, we cover: Why I’m rethinking how exercise fits into hormone health in 2026 The difference between training from stress vs. training from support How intense workouts can quietly work against healing (even when you “love the gym”) The role of rest, nourishment, and minerals in sustainable fitness How under-fueling and over-control often show up together What it looks like to move through different fitness seasons without guilt Why balancing masculine and feminine energy matters in how you train Practical ways to assess whether your workouts are helping or hurting right now If you’ve ever felt like exercise used to feel good, now just leaves you more tired, more rigid, or more disconnected from your body. This episode will help you reframe what support actually looks like. Healing doesn’t mean giving up movement. It means learning how to move with your body again. Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m back in conversation with Leisha Drews, and we’re doing something we both love which is zooming out and looking ahead. As we wrap up another year of deep client work, personal experimentation, and real-life learning, we wanted to talk openly about the health trends we’re seeing emerge for 2026 — not from a hype or fear-based place, but from experience, discernment, and stewardship of the body. We cover the growing role of AI in wellness, the increasing curiosity around peptides and microdosing, and why we’re seeing a strong return to simplicity, foundational health, and identity-based healing. ✨ In this episode, we talk about: Why 2026 feels like a pivot year in health and wellness How AI is being used (helpfully and unhelpfully) in health spaces Where AI can support decision-making and where it can disconnect us from intuition The rise of peptides and microdosing, and why discernment matters Common misconceptions we’re seeing around “quick fixes” Why minerals, metabolism, and nervous system regulation still matter most The shift from goal-based healing to identity-based healing How to approach new tools without abandoning the body’s wisdom If you’ve been wondering how to approach the next wave of health trends without feeling overwhelmed or pulled in every direction, this episode will help you feel more grounded and confident in how to choose what’s right for you. As always, if you want personalized guidance, we share how to join upcoming workshops and consult sessions so you can apply these ideas in a way that actually fits your body and season. Grab a cozy drink and listen in — this one feels like sitting in on a thoughtful end-of-year conversation you didn’t know you needed. 💛 Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] January Intimacy Workshop - use code FAM50 for an exclusive discount Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Connect with Leisha:  Follow on Instagram Happily Hormonal Podcast https://leishadrews.com/   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m connecting some dots that don’t get talked about nearly enough especially during the busy, overstimulating holiday season. We’re talking about nervous system regulation… not just in you, but in your entire household. Because the truth is, your kids don’t regulate in isolation. They’re responding to the emotional, energetic, and relational environment around them and that includes you, your partner, and the level of safety and connection in your home. I also share details about an upcoming January intimacy and nervous system–focused workshop, where we’ll go deeper into these themes with practical tools and support. Use code FAM50 for an exclusive discount! I introduce what I call the “nervous system web” which is the idea that everyone in a family system is wired together. When one piece is dysregulated, it ripples outward. And when safety, connection, and regulation are restored at the adult level, kids often follow without needing to be “fixed.”  ✨ In this episode, we talk about: Why kids’ behavior is often a mirror of adult nervous system states What the “nervous system web” is and how it shows up in family life How chronic stress and survival mode affect the entire household The link between libido, safety, and regulation in women Why intimacy is a nervous system issue — not just a relationship one Masculine and feminine energy balance and how it impacts family dynamics How restoring connection at the adult level can calm the home overall Gentle, practical ways to support regulation in your body and your family This isn’t about blame. It’s about awareness, compassion, and leadership, especially for women who carry so much of the emotional load in their homes. If your home feels tense… if your kids seem dysregulated… or if intimacy feels hard right now this episode will help you understand why and what actually supports lasting change. Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] January Intimacy Workshop - use code FAM50 for an exclusive discount Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

This week on Hormone Happy Hour, Leisha Drews (host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast) and I are sitting down for a real, reflective conversation — not as interviewer and guest, but as two women looking back on the year and sharing what truly made a difference for our health in 2025. This episode is part reflection, part encouragement, and part “behind the scenes” of what it really looks like to tend to your health over a full year — especially when you’re leading, serving others, and navigating full lives. ✨ In this conversation, we reflect on: The practices we kept coming back to that supported our health the most How consistent prayer and spiritual grounding shaped our year Why the words we speak (and believe) matter more than we realized The ways our relationships with sex and money impacted our bodies Community, support, and not doing health alone Consistency over intensity when it comes to physical health Self-image, subconscious patterns, and what we’re modeling for our kids Gratitude for what the year taught us and what we’re carrying forward This episode is for the woman who wants to pause before rushing into the next year… to reflect, take inventory, and move forward with more intention and alignment. We hope this conversation helps you look back on your own year with honesty, grace, and clarity. And maybe even name a few things you want to keep, release, or deepen as you step into what’s next. Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Call Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Follow Leisha on Instagram Listen to the Happily Hormonal Podcast https://leishadrews.com/   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!

This week on Hormone Happy Hour, we start with a little real-life catch-up filling you in on upcoming workshops, new programs launching in January, and a few fun personal updates, but then we settle into what this episode is really about. If your health journey has felt frustrating, confusing, or like you’ve tried everything without getting lasting results… I want this conversation to feel like a deep exhale. In this episode, I break down the four most common mistakes I see in health coaching and hormone programs. I share why so many well-meaning programs miss the mark, what I now do differently with clients, and what you should be looking for so your next investment actually moves the needle. ✨ Here’s what we talk through together: Why more labs don’t always equal better answers The problem with trying to “fix the gut” before the body feels safe How supplement overload creates more stress, not healing Why mineral replenishment and foundational support matter first The role progesterone plays in true, sustainable healing How to spot programs that are built on simplicity instead of chaos What I’ve learned after working with clients all year and what I’d do differently now This episode is for the woman who’s tired of feeling like she’s doing something wrong… when really, she’s just been given the wrong framework. My hope is that you leave this conversation feeling clearer, more confident, and better equipped to choose support that actually aligns with your body and your season. Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter    Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their hormone health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!

This week’s episode of Hormone Happy Hour is definitely a spicy one, we’re talking libido, intimacy, connection, and what’s actually going on when your sex drive feels low, inconsistent, or completely missing. I walk through the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual pieces that make up a healthy libido. Everything from low progesterone and estrogen dominance to nervous system overload, mineral depletion, and the patterns that quietly shut down desire. We also explore how intimacy itself can play a healing role in your hormones and your nervous system (yes, God really designed this whole thing with purpose). This is one of those episodes that will help you understand your body on a deeper level, breathe easier, and feel less alone in what you’re experiencing. ✨ Here’s what we unpack together: Why low progesterone, estrogen activity, and adrenal patterns can change your desire How your minerals and nervous system shape libido (more than you think) Why stress + resentment quietly kill desire The emotional and mental roots behind low libido How intimacy can support hormone healing The connection between gut health, energy, and desire What Scripture reveals about fertility, intimacy, and connection Masculine + feminine dynamics that affect desire Practical steps for rebuilding libido in a way that feels supportive, not pressured Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter  Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their hormone health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

This week on Hormone Happy Hour, I’m sharing a little post–Black Friday debrief (because whew… the online chaos was a lot), and why I’m more committed than ever to keeping this space peaceful, intentional, and supportive for you.  Then we dive into something I’ve been thinking about deeply: how to actually prepare your body, mind, and spirit for the goals you want to pursue in the new year. We talk about why clarity matters, what a “failure mindset” really means (not what you think!), and how imagination plays a very real role in your ability to follow through. I also share why capacity — emotional, physical, mineral, and spiritual — matters more than motivation when it comes to sustainable change. ✨ Inside this episode: Why your goals need clarity, not pressure How imagination and mindset shape your ability to follow through The connection between minerals, energy, and sustainable habits Simple ways to rebuild capacity so your goals don’t feel heavy How to prepare your rhythms and routines before the new year hits Whether your focus is weight loss, hormone support, fertility, or simply feeling more like yourself, this episode will help you enter the new year with more peace, more grounding, and way more alignment. Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter  Why You’re Not in Perimenopause Episode Follow Jammie Baker and Check Out Her Style Society   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

This week’s Hormone Happy Hour feels a little extra special, because this episode is to truly just encourage you. If you’ve been praying for something — healing, fertility, clarity, peace — and it feels like it’s taking forever to show up… this episode is for you. Let’s talk about what it looks like to truly surrender, hold onto God’s promises, and break agreement with the belief that “delay” means “denied.” ✨ Here’s what we talk about in this episode: Faith when things don’t go as planned (and how to stay anchored in hope) How to surrender control while still stewarding your health and body well The spiritual connection between money, fertility, and trust Breaking agreements with delay and fear Learning to wait with God, not just for what you’re praying for This one’s filled with encouragement for your heart. Whether you’re in a waiting season, navigating disappointment, or just trying to find peace in what’s next? I hope you leave this conversation feeling seen, reminded of His promises, and ready to rest in His timing. 💛 Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.  Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!

In this week’s episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m answering a common question that so many of you have probably wondered: “How do I know how much I should be eating?” I share what I call your “metabolic bank account” (and why trying to withdraw before you’ve deposited enough always backfires), plus how a hair mineral test can help you identify what your body’s truly asking for right now. ✨ Here’s what we cover in this episode: Understanding the season your body is in and what it needs to thrive How to eat differently for fertility, postpartum, and hormone support Why “less” isn’t always better when it comes to food or exercise How to build your metabolic bank account before focusing on fat loss or muscle gain The role of minerals in supporting metabolism and energy Encouraging client stories of hormone balance, pregnancy, and restoration Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Victorious Emotions by Wendy Backlund  It’s NOT Perimenopause Episode   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

This week on Hormone Happy Hour, I’m joined by my friend and fellow practitioner Leisha Drews, and we’re sitting down for the kind of conversation we always end up having behind the scenes. We cover what we’re seeing most often in women’s health right now - things like rough periods, low energy, mood swings, histamine flares, and mineral depletion and how they’re all connected beneath the surface.  ✨Here’s what we’re chatting about: The “hot health trends” showing up in clients and in ourselves Why low potassium + magnesium are at the root of so many hormone symptoms The role of rest in supporting mineral balance and true healing What you need to know before jumping into a parasite cleanse The emotional and spiritual layers that can show up alongside physical symptoms This is one of those cozy, candid conversations that’ll make you feel like you’re sitting at the table with us — coffee in hand, nodding along, learning a ton. 💛 Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Connect with Leisha:  Follow on Instagram Happily Hormonal Podcast   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

Hey friends! I’m recording this episode from the chilly Georgia mountains this week (yay for fuzzy socks, cozy drinks, and mountain air 🏔️☕️), and I’m diving into a topic that’s been a cornerstone of my business & client support through the years: PCOS. In this episode, I’m breaking down what PCOS actually is, how metabolic dysfunction plays a huge role, and why balancing your insulin, inflammation, and stress levels can change everything. I’m also sharing my personal experiences and what I’ve learned from walking through this with my clients, because when you understand how your body works, you can finally stop fighting it and start partnering with it. ✨ Here’s what I’m sharing in this episode: What PCOS is and metabolic dysfunction How insulin resistance and inflammation throw off your hormones Why supporting progesterone and blood sugar is key to long-term balance The role your mindset (and abundance!) plays in your healing How your body communicates what it needs  Practical steps you can take right now  Why I believe functional, faith-led healing creates lasting results 💛 This episode is here to remind you that PCOS is just your body asking for support. You were designed for balance, and I’ll show you how to start finding it again.   Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!  

Fresh from a trip to New York, we’re diving into one of the most foundational topics in hormone health which is the Iron-Copper Recycling System. If you’ve ever struggled with fatigue, hormone imbalance, fertility challenges, endometriosis, PCOS, or autoimmune issues, this episode is going to connect some major dots. We’re talking about how your body uses (and reuses) iron and copper, what happens when this process breaks down, and why restoring mineral balance can change everything — from your energy and mood to your stress response and fertility. ✨ Here’s what we explore together: How your environment and energetic atmosphere affect your physical health The Iron-Copper Recycling Center — and why it’s foundational for hormone balance How mineral dysregulation can lead to symptoms like fatigue, PMS, and low progesterone The connection between iron/copper imbalance and autoimmune conditions, PCOS, and endometriosis The emotional + spiritual “stuckness” that can mirror iron overload or copper depletion Practical steps to start supporting your mineral balance naturally Follow Me on Instagram  [email protected] https://www.drheatherrhodes.com/ Book A Free Consult Sign Up for My Weekly Newsletter Ep. 29 with Hannah’s Experience   Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode! If you enjoyed this and found it helpful, I’d love for you to leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps other women on their health and fertility journeys find this podcast too.    Don’t forget to hit that follow button so you never miss an episode filled with support, encouragement, and insights just for you. Until next time, take care and keep moving toward the vibrant, healthy life you deserve!