Welcome to a new episode of the Nourished with PCOS Podcast, where we’re diving deep into the often-misunderstood world of missing periods.

This episode is all about differences between the two biggest causes of missing periods, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA).

Joining us today is Lindsey Lusson, a registered dietitian with personal experience in overcoming amenorrhea, or a loss of period. In this episode, we'll unravel the confusion surrounding PCOS and HA, the barriers to an accurate diagnosis between the two, and the subtle nuances that differentiate the two conditions.

Lindsey shares her compelling journey from a decade-long battle with a missing period to her self-healing process that led to pregnancy. We'll discuss the implications of lifestyle habits on hormonal health, the misconceptions regarding exercise and diet in relation to PCOS and HA, and the crucial role of thorough medical evaluations.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What hypothalamic amenorrhea is
• Signs and symptoms of HA
• How HA is different from PCOS
• Weight stigma and diagnosing PCOS vs. HA

Whether you're dealing with irregular cycles, facing fertility challenges, or just eager to understand your hormonal health better, this conversation with Lindsey Lusson is an invaluable one.

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Have you ever been told that you have fatty liver? Receiving a new diagnosis can be scary, but this episode is going to break down fatty liver in a super simple way so that you can feel informed and empowered.

Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) is a condition where excess fat builds up on the liver. It affects about 25% of the population and PCOS increases the risk of developing it. While we don’t know exactly what causes NAFLD, it’s believed that the insulin resistance and metabolic factors are associated with why it’s seen more in PCOS.

In this episode, Sam discusses:

• What fatty liver is
• How fatty liver impacts long-term health
• Testing for fatty liver
• Nutrition recommendations to help!

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Welcome to the Nourished with PCOS Podcast, the place where we find strength, empowerment, and soothing conversations for our PCOS journey. Today, we're welcoming a very special guest, Amanda Mittman, a passionate advocate for a positive body image, a registered dietitian, and an intuitive eating counselor.

In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that often gets overlooked in nutrition counseling — body image. Amanda brings her personal experiences and professional expertise to share why addressing body image should be a priority and how it can influence our relationship with food and self-care practices.

We'll unfold the nuances of body image work, discuss how our thoughts and feelings can impact our behaviors, and explore the resilience needed to cope with distressing body thoughts. Amanda emphasizes the shift from 'shoulds' to purposeful decisions that enhance our well-being, offering an empathetic perspective on navigating the delicate terrain of body acceptance, particularly for those of us living with PCOS.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What exactly body image is
• The role external factors and your support system plays in body image
• How you can feel better in your body

Expect to hear about the importance of advocacy in healthcare, the challenges within the field of dietetics regarding body image, and the emotional side of dealing with PCOS that's often neglected. As we dissect the complexities of our relationships with our bodies, Amanda imparts wisdom on fostering kindness towards ourselves and preparing for the vulnerable moments that PCOS can bring.

So, stay tuned, and let's learn how to nourish not just our bodies but also our perceptions and attitudes — because understanding and honoring our body image is a vital step in our journey to health and body kindness.

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