Balancing Hormones Naturally

If you’re exhausted, relying on caffeine, and still not feeling like yourself, this episode is for you.Because if you’re eating well but still struggling with low energy, it’s likely not about what you’re eating, it’s about what your body is actually absorbing and producing.In this episode, I’m breaking down how your gut microbiome impacts your energy, metabolism, and overall resilience.In this episode, I cover:Why your gut microbiome plays a major role in your energy levelsHow your gut bacteria turn food into usable energy for your bodyWhat short-chain fatty acids are and why they’re essential for energy productionThe key roles of butyrate, acetate, and propionate in metabolism and blood sugar balanceWhy symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and crashes may point to gut dysfunctionHow your oral microbiome impacts energy through nitric oxide productionThe top foods that support your gut (like resistant starch, fiber, and polyphenols)Why feeding your gut bacteria is more important than just “eating healthy”How minerals like magnesium and potassium support digestion and energyWhy building resilience in your body is the key to long-term, stable energyIf you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start supporting your energy at the root, this episode will completely change how you think about your gut and your health.Leah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🎥: Watch episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leahbrueggemann🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: [email protected]

In this episode, I am joined by Sarah Thompson, and we’re diving into homeopathy—what it is, how it works, and how you can actually start using it in your home with confidence.This is one of the most requested topics, and for good reason. Homeopathy can be one of the most powerful tools to have in your medicine cabinet, especially for families.In this episode, we cover:What homeopathy actually is (and how it’s completely different from supplements, herbs, or conventional medicine)How homeopathy works with your body’s natural healing ability instead of suppressing symptomsWhy symptoms are actually communication from your body, not something to immediately shut downThe concept of the “vital force” and how it guides true healing on a deeper levelHow to start using homeopathy at home, even if you’re a complete beginnerThe first remedies to keep on hand and when to use themWhy your kids may all need different remedies for the same illness and how to start recognizing those differencesA simple breakdown of potency (30C vs 200C) so you actually understand what you’re usingHow homeopathy can support emotional health, including anxiety and mood shiftsThe difference between acute vs. chronic healing and when to work with a practitionerWhile homeopathy is an incredibly powerful tool, it’s not a replacement for the basics like nutrition, sleep, and stress management. Instead, it’s something that works with those foundations to help your body respond better.At the end of the day, homeopathy isn’t just about remedies, it’s about learning how to listen to your body, trust what it’s telling you, and respond in a way that actually supports long-term healing.If you’re ready to feel more calm, confident, and equipped when it comes to your family’s health, this episode is going to completely change the way you think about healing.Sarah’s free download: https://nodrughealth.com/?l/leahLeah’s Favorite Things: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/favorites🙏Thank you to Eversio Wellness for sponsoring this episode!👉 Go to https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/LEAH or enter code LEAH at checkout for 15% off.—I’m Leah Brueggemann, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional® Practitioner and Hormone Health Coach, helping you balance your hormones in effective and realistic ways so you can live a healthier, happier life.Through the Balance Hormones Naturally podcast, you’ll discover why your cycle is so important to your everyday health and how you can use nutrition to help support the rise and fall of your hormones and finally feel truly amazing. We dig deep to understand and heal the root causes of your symptoms so you can achieve lasting results through manageable and realistic lifestyle changes, allowing you to live a healthy and balanced life without a life-long pharmaceutical prescription.Let’s connect:📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/balancinghormonesnaturally/🙋🏻‍♀️ Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leah_brueg/🎥: Watch episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leahbrueggemann🌐 Website: https://www.leahbrueggemann.com/📧 Email: [email protected]