Healing PCOS with Lauren Papanos | #279

Join Dr. Christian Gonzalez as he dives into the often overlooked root causes of hormonal conditions like PCOS, hypothyroidism, and amenorrhea with expert guest Lauren Papanos, a registered dietitian nutritionist, and hormone specialist. Discover how factors like chronic inflammation, endocrine disruptors, and gut health play a crucial role in balancing hormones. Lauren shares insightful tips on optimizing nutrition, managing stress, and supporting detoxification for overall hormonal harmony. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that empowers you to take control of your hormonal well-being. Show Notes: -The hidden root causes of PCOS beyond blood sugar dysregulation -Understanding the key hormonal imbalances in PCOS - high LH, low progesterone, high androgens -Why insulin resistance testing is often missed in PCOS diagnosis -The role of testosterone in women's health and optimal ranges -How environmental toxins like plastics disrupt both estrogen and androgen hormones -The link between over-exercise, undereating and amenorrhea/loss of period -Balancing exercise stress with proper nutrition for menstrual cycle health -The importance of resistance training for women's hormone, bone and muscle health -Uncovering the root causes of hypothyroidism - mineral deficiencies, gut issues, liver burden -Best foods and strategies for optimizing gut health in Hashimoto's -Top environmental toxin to eliminate for hormonal health -Connecting hair loss to gut issues, nutrient deficiencies and hormone imbalances -The vital role of regular bowel movements for detoxifying excess hormones -Best soluble and insoluble fiber sources for improving elimination Optimizing liver detoxification with glutathione-boosting foods and bitter herbs === Thank you to our Sponsors! AirDoctor  https://airdoctorpro.com and use code DRG for 20% off Echo Water https://theswellscore.com and use code DRGWATER for 20% off.  Nuzest https://nuzest-usa.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off all products. Puori https://puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off the already discounted subscription prices.  === Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices