163. Q&A: Castor Oil Packs, Bloating, Heavy Periods & Missing Period Post Pill
Episode Highlights:Castor oil packs:Supports natural liver detoxification (acne, skin issues)Decreases cramps and painDecreases scar tissue (endo)Prevents constipation Decreases bloating and digestive issuesWhat you'll need: castor oil, a cloth, heating pad, towelsStart with 5 mins if you have a lot to detox, work up to 45 minsGet rid of bloating:why you might be bloated: SIBO, celiac, food sensitivities, hormones, fizzy drinks, straws, etc.to do:slow downcooked mealsfiltered warm watercut pop/fizzy drinkslower stresssupplements: magnesium, enzymes, bitters, probiotics, gingertesting: GI Map testheavy periods:aka menorrhagiafibroid, polyps, cysts, endo, adeno, PCOS, hormone imbalancesto do: whole foods, chaste tree, shepherd's purse, ginger, yarrow, white peony, lady's mantle, Sabinaacupuncture, reiki, EFTpost-pill missing period:aka amenorrheareplenish nutrients depleted by the BCPget testing for PCOS & thyroidtake a pregnancy test if neededbe gentle with yourself/bodyhealthy fats, protein, fibre, warm foodsmagnesium, zinc, chaste tree, ashwagandha, oemga-3acupunctureServices you wish you had access to -I want to hear from you! Suggest new guests/topics for the podcasthereConnect with Alex:For podcast inquiries email:
[email protected] accepting clients worldwide - work with me hereHave period cramps? Check out my online courseDUTCH test (hormone test)GI Map test (gut test) Free resourcesIG: @nutritionmoderationTikTok: @nutritionmoderationnutritionmoderation.com
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