The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets with Louise Digby is the podcast where nutrition, education, science, metabolism, and hormones meet. Weight loss is so much more than the mere calculation of calories in V calories out. What's always ignored are the internal factors that influence an individual's capacity to burn calories. Join BANT registered nutritional therapist and weight loss expert Louise Digby as we explore the nuances around metabolic health, hormones, gut health, and more in the context of weight loss.
The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
Could Your Gut Be the Key to Better Vaginal Health?
The world of women's health is rife with concerns, from vaginal issues like thrush and yeast infection to conditions such as IBS, acid reflux, and abdominal pain.
But what if these seemingly separate problems share a surprising link?
Science has uncovered a fascinating connection between gut health and vaginal well-being, particularly related to pH levels. In this episode, we explore the gut microbiota, its impact on vaginal health, and the importance of maintaining optimal pH.
We'll also discuss practical steps you can take to support both your gut and vagina, empowering you to feel your best inside and out.
Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?
Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet here:https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1
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00:00 - Episode start
02:53 - Introduction to the gut microbiota and its role in digestive and overall health
03:36 - The importance of vaginal pH and the vaginal microbiome
04:26 - How gut health impacts the vaginal microbiome and pH
06:51 - Scientific evidence of the gut-vagina axis
08:23 - Signs and symptoms of gut imbalance and potential vaginal issues
10:22 - The need for a holistic approach to address gut and vaginal health
11:11 - Lifestyle factors affecting gut and vaginal health
12:56 - How gut dysbiosis impacts vaginal pH and creates an environment for infections
13:45 - The limitations of supplements and the importance of a comprehensive approach
15:24 - Practical strategies for improving gut health to support vaginal health
17:52 - Stress management techniques for better gut and vaginal health
19:01 - A word of caution about misinformation and advice without scientific backing
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Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?
Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet, here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1