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Published Apr 15, 2022

33 - Hormones, PMS, & Gut Health w/ Dr. Tabatha Barber

Dive into an insightful conversation with Dr. Tabatha Barber as she unravels her journey from conventional to functional medicine, exploring the interconnectedness of hormones, PMS, and gut health, while offering transformative strategies for balancing hormones naturally and enhancing overall well-being.
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  • Leaky Gut

    Leaky gut, or increased intestinal permeability, is a condition where the gut lining becomes compromised, allowing harmful substances to enter the bloodstream. explains that factors like chronic stress, antibiotics, and pesticides can break the gut's protective barriers, leading to inflammation and immune responses 1. This condition can cause the body to mistakenly attack healthy foods, resulting in food sensitivities and systemic inflammation. highlights how this inflammation can affect reproductive organs, causing painful periods and hormonal imbalances 2.

    Our gut has an amazing ability to heal, but if you have a continued insult, it is really hard for your body to keep up and protect you.

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    Understanding and addressing leaky gut is crucial for overall health and hormone balance.

       

    Hormone Link

    The gut plays a pivotal role in hormone regulation, with imbalances often linked to gut health issues. notes that a sluggish liver and gallbladder can lead to excess estrogen reabsorption, exacerbating hormonal imbalances 3. This cycle can be perpetuated by leaky gut, where the immune system attacks perceived threats, leading to further hormonal disruptions 4.

    Your gut has a ton to do with what's going on in your hormones.

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    Addressing gut health is essential for resolving these imbalances and improving overall well-being.

       

    Gut Testing

    Functional medicine offers various tests to assess and improve gut health, crucial for hormone balance. advocates for stool and food sensitivity testing to evaluate the gut microbiome and identify issues like yeast overgrowth or parasites 5. These tests, though not covered by insurance, can be accessed virtually, providing broader options for women seeking care 6.

    We are more bacteria than we are human. They're running the show.

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    Understanding and addressing gut health through testing can lead to significant improvements in hormone levels and overall health.

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