Root Causes Your Doctor May Have Missed

Send us a textHave you ever been told that birth control is your only option for endometriosis—and that you should just learn to live with the pain? You are NOT alone. On today’s episode of The Endo Belly Girl Podcast, I cut through the common myths and bring you the deeper conversation you deserve. If you’ve ever wondered “why is this happening to me?” or want to get to the root of your endo, this episode is for you.In today’s episode, you’ll hear:The real truth behind common endo myths, including:“Birth control fixes endo”“Endo is just a hormone problem”“If your labs are normal, you’re fine”Why hormone imbalance is almost always a symptom, not the root causeWhy the conventional approach to endo often falls short—and how functional nutrition can fill in the gapsWhy there isn’t just one root cause of endometriosis, but rather a tangled web (just like the roots of a weed!)An overview of the top 6 factors that can drive endo, including:Immune system dysfunctionChronic inflammationNutrient deficienciesBlood sugar imbalanceUnderlying infections (like SIBO, candida, or parasites)Chronic stress & nervous system dysregulationInsights from expert Dr. Lara Briden and why treating endo isn’t as simple as shutting down your hormonesHow functional testing (beyond “normal” labs) can reveal hidden causes of symptomsThe importance of tracking your patterns—meals, symptoms, stress, cycle—and asking yourself “why is this happening?” instead of “what can I take?”Actionable first steps to start addressing the roots of your endometriosis and where to find deeper supportResources Mentioned:Ep. 5: What Is Endometriosis Really?Ep. 21: Blood Sugar: The Key to Hormonal BalanceEp. 63: Top 6 Nutrients for Endo WarriorsEp. 82: Histamine and EndometriosisEp. 83: Normal Labs, No Answers?Ready to dig deeper into your endo journey and get personalized support? Book a free 30-minute consultation.Please leave a review if you enjoy the podcast—i Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | SpotifyConnect w/ Alyssa: Instagram Website Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet Guide Free Quiz: What's Your Poop Telling You? Work with me 1:1 Learn more about AlyssaDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.

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