69: MASTERCLASS: Fitness and Hormonal Harmony with Lacey Dunn

"A majority of people are overfed but undernourished - eating a lot of calories but not consuming essential nutrients." - Lacey Dunn When it comes to hormones, diet, and lifestyle are huge contributing factors that are often downplayed in conventional medicine. The chronic stress and inadequate nutrition many of us experience create signals in our bodies that can wreak havoc on hormone production. That's why it's crucial to drill down to the root causes rather than simply treating the symptoms. Today, I'm joined by functional medicine dietitian Lacey Dunn (https://upliftfitnutrition.com/)to talk about how fitness and nutrition can help you feel and look your best. Enjoy the episode!   Highlights Chronic stress as the key factor for most women with hormone issues Figuring out your target protein intake Lacey's advice for women who feel intimidated or overwhelmed about starting the gym What you'll learn in The Women's Guide to Hormonal Harmony Navigating food guilting, especially around the holidays Understanding macros and their impact on body composition The struggle to get enough fiber and the right carbs What to consider about different types of carbs The challenges Lacey experienced with her supplement company Lacey's resources and how you can work with Lacey Balancing cardio and muscle-building exercises The role of muscle in longevity and the benefits of walking   This episode is sponsored by: Femmenessence It's a rare occurrence to find a non-prescription supplement that becomes a go-to for hormone health and Femmenessence is just that. Whether you're pre-menopausal, menopausal, or struggling with PMS, irregular periods, or other hormone imbalances, I highly recommend giving Femmenessence a try. Visit Femmenessence.com (https://femmenessence.com/) and use my code SHAWN20 for exclusive savings.   Violet Violet is a unique, patented breast health supplement that gives you relief from monthly breast discomfort and tenderness. Violet doesn't just mask the discomfort temporarily; it actually promotes better breast health over time. Visit VioletDaily.com (https://violetdaily.com/) and use my code DrT to get 10% off today.   Needed Few things are as important in a woman's life as that journey to and through motherhood. There's so much that you can't control, but nutrition is a big one you can. Needed is a perinatal and women's health brand that I recommend to all my clients, whether they're in that perinatal stage or navigating perimenopause. Needed offers radically better nutrition products and education, backed by over 4000 practitioners. Visit ThisIsNeeded.com (https://thisisneeded.com/) and use my code DrT for 20% off your first month.   Resources Dr. Tassone's Practice https://www.drshawntassone.com/ The Hormone Balance Bible https://tassonemd.com/hormone-balance-bible/ Hormone Archetype Quiz https://tassonemd.lpages.co/hormonearchetypequiz/   Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.

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