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Welcome to The Hormone Genius Podcast! Co-hosts Jamie Rathjen and Teresa Kenney desire to be a voice of hope for women across the world. Their mission is to inspire a new generation of women who are educated and informed about the gift and beauty of the feminine design. This is a generation of women who deserve a holistic approach to women's healthcare. Jamie and Teresa want to inspire, inform, and empower their listeners, and to make women the genius of their own hormones! Medical disclaime ...
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Cervical mucus/fluid is the sign of the main event! It is the gatekeeper of your fertility as well. It is through changes in cervical fluid that your fertility opens and closes in a 5-7 day window around the main event of ovulation. The cervical fluid that tells us that ovulation is approaching has very specific properties. Cervical fluid is a hydr…
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How do we as women dress with success with the changes of our bodies, not only through our menstrual cycle, but through life phases of being a woman? Do you feel like you where baggy clothes too often, and dress down instead of up? Do you wonder what style would look best for your particular body type? Well listen up ladies... Angela Foster is in t…
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Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we are answering these questions with a special guest interview!Why does weight loss seem to become more difficult for women after 40? Why should calories not be the main focus when trying to lose weight?Are hormones to blame for everything or is there more to it than than?Louise Digby is a registered nutritional…
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In this episode of The Hormone Genius, Teresa and Jamie explore Fiat Institutes new comprehensive "Six Steps to Ditch the Pill" program, a unique educational and coaching experience aimed at helping women reclaim their hormone health and overall well-being. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect:Week 1: Understand the TransitionLearn about the p…
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Today on The Hormone Genius Podcast we are talking about 3 popular supplements. N-Acetyl-Cysteine, DIM, and Myo-Inositol. We are diving into what Jamie & Teresa know and recommend in regards to what health benefits could be possible from considering one or more of these 3 supplements. Now it first is important to remember to talk to your trusted he…
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Screening for early detection of cancer is one of the most important health care decisions you can make. We have all had a loved one, a friend & people in our lives who have had a cancer diagnosis. Cancer is an unfortunate reality that plagues the human race & its effects are devasting on both individuals and families. It is also a disease that in …
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Have you been inspired to become the genius of your own hormones? If the answer is yes, then you likely have wondered, how do I pass this incredible information to my daughter? We are talking to Jackie Aguilar of Natural Womanhood today to discuss this very question! We know that it is important for preteen women to believe that their body is beaut…
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Our amazing interview today on The Hormone Genius Podcast is Dr. Kristina Pakiz. Dr. Pakiz is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who specializes in a women’s health science called Natural Procreative Technology (NaProTechnology). She discovered this nuanced approach while working as a research assistant for Dr. Thomas W. Hilgers at the…
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Do you spend money differently in the different phases of the menstrual cycle? It is an interesting thought and discussion that Jamie & Teresa will dive into today on the opening episode of Season Five of The Hormone Genius Podcast! Recently, Jamie was interviewed on a different podcast regarding cycle-synced finances with Amanda Teixera from The C…
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We are bringing to you on The Hormone Genius Podcast an occupational therapist who is an expert in Pelvic Floor Therapy. Lisa Whisenant believes that anyone can benefit from pelvic floor therapy. That Pelvic floor therapy is NOT about kegels and only internal work, and there is a big difference between what is “common” versus what is “normal” when …
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Dr. Malaika Woods has a great expertise in many areas. She is certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine, and she is Double Board Certified both in Obesity Medicine, and Obstetrics & Gynecology. According to Dr. Woods, “The human body is divinely designed and has a great capacity to heal itself. We just need to learn how to fuel the body wi…
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Have you lost your period? Are you very irregular and not sure what the underlying reasons for having either NO periods, or are super irregular? This episode of The Hormone Genius will no doubtedly help you get to the underlying problem. Teresa Kenney WHNP is going to give you a deep dive into two conditions, PCOS & HA. These are two of the most co…
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Fibroids affect over 26 million women in the U.S. and by the time a woman is 50, over 70% of white females, and 84% of black females will have one! More than half of these 26 million women will experience associated symptoms with having fibroids in the uterus, causing disruption in quality of life and healthcare costs as well. Today Jamie & Teresa …
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Do you feel like you are in the dark when it comes to understanding perimenopause to menopause? Like many areas of the woman's body and her health, there has been a lack of education and support to women. This is true of women going through the transition to stopping their menstrual cycles for good. The good news is more noise is being made about t…
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Bekah Yawn is no stranger to being on the Hormone Genius Podcast, and today, as a certified Fiat hormone coach she is going to help us understand a path forward for healing & answers after miscarriage. Many women will go through the difficult loss of a child; in fact rates for miscarriage are between 20 to 30% for women in the U.S. which is a sad s…
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If you have been tired of the "band-aid" approach to healthcare, particularly in women's health, then you will want to hear about Naprotechnology. Otherwise, referred to as Natural Procreative Technology, Napro is considered a more root cause approach to women's health care. It is designed to cooperate with the natural cycle and restore the underly…
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Teresa & Jamie are diving into the difficult reality for many, even most women, of loving our body. Many of us have the narrowed belief that being a certain weight will make us happy. We know that this is a lie, and that struggling and succeeding to love our own body, and knowing our worth, is one of the most important journeys we will take. Today …
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Inflammation is a big word, a big human metabolic response, that yields both positives and negatives to the human body. On one hand, acute inflammation is a survival mechanism to drive the immune system to come to the aid of our body's injuries & illnessess. Inflammation is a response that literally saves our lives & heals our wounds. But, if it be…
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Have you ever thought about how we truly prepare for health in Pregnancy? Most of us probably haven't thought much about that topic, or if we have it probably leads us to think of a prenatal vitamin, and that is about it! Shouldn't something so important, so incredibly miraculous that our bodies do as women, take some planning & preparation? Heck, …
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Today we will hear a story of perinatal depression from our guest Amanda Dailey. This story is difficult to hear and may be triggering for some who have had depression during pregnancy and also post partum. Amanda is sharing her story to "shine a light in the darkness." The good news is that is is full of hope and healing as well! So be ready to go…
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Have you ever had a hormone problem or physical condition and wondered if you could heal your body naturally? Most of us who want to live a more holistic lifestyle have, and we want to believe that their are pathways toward healing the body naturally. Today on the Hormone Genius Podcast we have an example of a woman who has learned a lot when it co…
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Finally, weightlifting is getting the attention it deserves! For years we have learned about how aerobic activity is good for our health and cardiovascular system. But in more recent years, more attention has been given to the benefits of lifting weights. It improves muscle mass, bone density, improves insulin levels, and promotes longevity and car…
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Dr. Marguerite Duane has an exciting message for us!I am so excited to be joining our Hormone Genius Podcast friends at FACTS About Fertility for their annual in-person Conference in Austin, Texas on April 19th and 20th, Authentic Women’s Health: Advancing Access Across the Lifespan and want to invite you to come join us too!This continuing medical…
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Our topic today on The Hormone Genius Podcast is PMDD or Premenstrual Dysphoric disorder. This particular form of severe PMS effects about 5% of the female population. It happens in the week before menstruation, but can range from 2-3 days before menses up to even 10 days before. It is marked with more mental and emotional changes that are moderate…
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Are you getting enough Omega 3 in your diet? Do you know where Omega 3’s come from and what the health benefits are to you and your family? Today on the hormone genius Jamie will ask Teresa questions about this topic and we will deep dive into what you need to know to understand the benefits of Omega 3 to your overall health and longevity. We will …
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S4 Ep. 19: Tripping Into Truth; A Nutritional Approach to PCOS, Epilepsy & More with Jen Winkler
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Welcome Jennifer Winkler to the Hormone Genius Podcast! Jen Winkler is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach based out of Phoenix, Arizona. She received certifications such as Master Health Coach through Primal Health Institute, Functional Blood Chemistry Specialist through Fundamenta Wellness, and Hormone Coach through Fiat Institut…
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Do you desire a better sex life? Have you struggled to enjoy sex and hope for a better understanding of how you can enhance this part your relationship? This episode is a VERY in depth discussion about sex, and how we as women can attain a healthier view of our sexuality to strengthen our relationship with our spouse. We also discuss common issues …
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Jamie & Teresa had the great pleasure of doing a LIVE version of The Hormone Genius Podcast for SEEK24, a faith based conference hosted by FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students). This event was attended by over 20,000 people, most being college students, and we were able to speak to hundreds of them about the awesomeness of their hormon…
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Here is why we are doing a Hormone Genius Podcast solely on the benefits of sleep for your health!The reasons are numerous but some of the most important are:-Improved immune system-Improved hormone regulation-Decreased stress-Improved emotional stability-Brain detoxification-Improved daytime energy, mind clarity, and daily performance-Reduced chro…
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There are some important nutrients that do not get enough attention, until finally they get enough attention! Magnesium is one of those nutrients. Once you learn about its benefits, you start to wonder, how come we haven't made such a big deal about magnesium until now. Magnesium truly has significant benefits as well as important and essential job…
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Welcome Victoria Peck-Gray to the Hormone Genius Podcast! Victoria is a an integrative and functional registered dietitian and owner of her practice Wonderfully Made Nutrition where she helps women struggling with hormone imbalances and fertility struggles, weight loss resistance, and digestive issues heal by identifying and addressing root causes …
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Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to stick to New Years resolutions?Do you struggle with knowing the right thing to do, but then actually following through and doing it? If so, then get in line because many of us know the reality of how hard it is to make healthy choices and stick to them long term.Jamie & Teresa will discuss hormones, behav…
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S4 Ep. 12: Taking Care of Your Skin & The Surprising Symptoms Of Menopause with Helen Marray-Finlay
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Do you want beautiful skin & a healthier path for your whole body in menopause? Then this episode if for you, as we dive into some surprising symptoms of menopause with our guest Helen Marray-Finlay. Helen is a Hollywood makeup artist and skincare expert with over 20 years' experience. Having worked on blockbuster movies like Pirates of the Caribbe…
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There have been many myths circulated about cycle tracking methods over the last 50 plus years, and Jamie & Teresa are going to go through the most common ones. We want you to be able to understand the truth and science to back up our abiity as women to know our bodies, and be able to fully intepret our fertility day in and day out. So buckle up, b…
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You know that grandmotherly wisdom, that when you hear it, it speaks with such deep truths, life experiences, and comforting wisdom, that you can not mistake it. All you want to do is sit and listen, to soak up years and years of listening, teaching and education and caring with a mother's compassionate heart. Well today you will hear that type of …
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Acne effects a huge amount of women up to 85% of women have experienced a form of acne in her lifetime. Up to 25% of women will still struggle with acne even in their 40's, so needless to say, acne is something most of us have experienced this condition and therefore, understanding how acne occurs and how to treat it will be a help to so many of ou…
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Welcome Dr. Kavita Desai to the Hormone Genius Podcast! Dr. Desai is a women’s health specialist and author of the newly released book, Lady Parts: Putting Women’s Health Back Into Women’s Hands. She has 13 years of clinical pharmacy experience and running her own integrated medical center. After being faced with her mother’s personal journey with …
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Have you ever been told you have an ovarian cyst? Many women have...in fact, up to 18% of women have had an abnormal ovarian cyst in their lifetime and 4% of women have visited the ER due to pain with an ovarian cyst. Did you know what type of cyst you had? was it functional, or pathological? Is it PCOS cysts? These are all questions we will dive i…
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Welcome, to The Hormone Genius Podcast, a very talented and passionate doctor in the space of women's fertility and health! Dr. Monica Minjeur is a board-certified family medicine physician who has additional certification as a NaPro Medical Consultant as well as training as a FEMM Medical Provider. She recently opened her own medical clinic in Ced…
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Jamie & Teresa interview another Hormone Genius redemption story today on our podcast. Alice will show us how through pain and suffering you can learn the genius of your own body, to heal and restore, and become whole again. She will take it to the next level by using her story to help other women to find the same restoration that she has in her ow…
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For most women, I don't think we think about losing our lives to heart disease. I think many women worry more about cancer? As a nurse practitioner, I see this every day with my patients, most of them fear breast cancer more than a heart attack, yet heart disease kills women at a rate seven times higher than breast cancer. In fact, one in all femal…
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Today we welcome Karen Barbieri, from Pietra fitness! Pietra fitness combines our spiritual health into movement, strengthening and exercise. According to their website "Many forms of exercise—some of them ancient—have provided effective ways to strengthen the body, heal illness, and promote longevity. We recognize the good and true wherever it is …
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Jamie & Teresa want to empower women to be the genius of their own hormones! Part of that mission is helping women know the side effects of synthetic hormones, and especially the lesser known side effects of hormonal birth control. We will take a dive into some of these lesser known effects and make sure you can make an informed decision around tak…
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Welcome to the season opener for The Hormone Genius Podcast! We are excited to be up and rolling out content again and hope you are ready for some awesome empowering information over the next year. Jamie and Teresa will give you some updates and fun news, while squeezing in another full run through of the hormones and flow of the menstrual cycle. W…
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Men have a hormone genius too! When it comes to fertility, it takes two to tango and we want to take a dive into the issue of male infertility today on The Hormone Genius. Male infertility affects 50% of couples who are dealing with infertility. For those who are struggling with male infertility, or for those of you just interested in learning more…
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We are celebrating episode 100 of The Hormone Genius Podcast today. Without a doubt we would not be here today without all of YOU! All of our listeners and supporters in this last 3 years have organically grown our podcast to over 450,000 podcast listens in the last 3 yrs. Women’s lives have literally been changed by listening and we feel humbled a…
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Today on The Hormone Genius we are joined by Dr. Marguerite Duane who is a guest for the 2nd time and is updating us on her organization, and now non-profit FACTS. Dr. Marguerite Duane, a board-certified family physician and Adjunct Associate Professor at Georgetown University, is co-founder and Executive Director of FACTS – a non profit organizati…
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S3 Ep. 28: To Fast or Not to Fast; Nutritional Principles of Fasting & How to Eat with Your Cycle
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Jamie & Teresa wanted to squeeze in one more nutrition with the menstrual cycle episode this season! This episode will focus on the principles of fasting and incorporating this as a tool to help our bodies and our hormones. The inspiration behind this episode came from Jamie reading the book by Dr. Mindy Pelz called 'Fast Like a Girl', and how it i…
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Have you been wishing there was a resource for young women that would give them all the information they need to know about their body, their fertility cycle, and their hormones? Do you wish young women knew that there are alternatives to using birth control to treat period problems? In a world where women are often told that their bodies need to b…
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Join the Hormone Genius gals as they discuss Jamie's new hormone coach certification program through her organization, Fiat Institute. If you are loving this podcast and you are wanting to put "feet" on your convictions, and build a business doing something you love while building a culture that will celebrate the unique attributes of womanhood, ho…
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