This week on the podcast I'm answering several listener questions including:

Can under eating or over exercise ruin your metabolism?
What are some tips for navigating bad body image days?
How to deal with sluggish digestion and feeling full during recovery?
What's the difference between menstrual potting and a full period?

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Here are some highlights from the episode you won't want to miss:

Under Eating, Over Exercising and Metabolism [00:01:07] Explanation of how exercise and restriction or under eating can impact metabolism and thyroid hormones.

Managing Body Image Thoughts and Feelings [00:02:47] Tips for navigating difficult body image days, including choosing comfortable clothing and practicing self-care.

Sluggish Digestion and Uncomfortable Fullness in Recovery [00:07:51] Discussion on how undernourishment can affect gut function and tips for managing digestive issues during recovery, including reducing excessive fibre intake and focusing on energy-dense foods.

Menstrual Spotting vs. A Normal Period [00:11:15] Spotting vs. Normal Period Explanation of what constitutes a normal period and how spotting may indicate an issue with ovulation.

Importance of Ovulation in Getting a Period [00:12:41] Ovulation and Menstrual Cycle Discussion on the role of ovulation in a healthy menstrual cycle and the hormonal changes that occur.

Why you are experiencing spotting or a light period during hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery [00:13:59] Causes of Spotting Exploration of possible factors, such as nutrition, exercise, stress, and body weight, that may contribute to spotting instead of a healthy menstrual bleed.