Welcome to Episode 113 of the You4ia Health Podcast with Nutritionist Elly Mclean.

In today’s chat we dive into the female menstrual cycle firstly providing a background into all of the physiological components involved and then highlighting all of the lifestyle factors than can impact a “normal” menstrual cycle. There is a long list of things that can alter the physiology inclining nutrient deficiencies, sleep inadequacy, physical and emotional stress… the list goes on.

This chat was extremely insightful as Elly and I spoke from both an individual perspective i.e.: how you can take control of your own health as well as from the eyes of a coach/ trainer and just how important your role is when programming for female athletes during each stage of a female’s cycle.

I’m so grateful for Elly sharing her wisdom this week on the show. It’s a topic that is somewhat taboo to talk about but extremely important to understand. Let’s change the conversation by educating and empowering people on ways to understand their own physiology.

Join in the conversation on socials by tagging in both Elly and I and letting us know what you thought of the episode. This in itself means so much and helps the podcast grow. Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend or two.

You can get in contact with Elly below:

@nutritionelly

www.nutritionelly.com is the place to review all of the articles spoken about in today’s chat.

A special mention to sponsors of the show.

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