In this powerful episode, Cody Sanders hosts Heather Florio, a dedicated educator and advocate for chronic pelvic health conditions. Together, they bring awareness to often-ignored areas in women’s health, such as interstitial cystitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and the critical need for safe feminine care products. Heather shares her passion for supporting women who are underserved and struggling in silence, offering solutions and insights that promote better health and self-care.

Episode Highlights

•Heather Florio’s Background and Mission in Pelvic Health: Heather’s journey into the world of pelvic health advocacy and the urgent need to educate on chronic pelvic pain and related conditions.

•Understanding Interstitial Cystitis (IC): What is interstitial cystitis? Heather breaks down the symptoms, treatments, and coping strategies for IC, which is often misunderstood in the medical field. Discover how IC impacts urinary health and quality of life and learn what women with IC can do to manage their symptoms.

•The Importance of Pelvic Floor Therapy: Explore how pelvic floor therapy can relieve pain, discomfort, and other symptoms associated with pelvic floor dysfunction. Heather and Cody discuss signs of pelvic floor issues and why pelvic floor health is essential for overall women’s health.

•Choosing Safe and Non-Toxic Feminine Care Products: Heather explains the importance of safe, non-toxic products, such as organic period products and hypoallergenic menstrual care items, especially for women with sensitive conditions. Find out what ingredients to avoid and how to make choices that support better health.

•Empowering Women with Pelvic Health Knowledge: Heather’s mission to uplift women by providing resources, tools, and support for those dealing with chronic pelvic health challenges, including interstitial cystitis and other under-recognized conditions.

Tune in to gain practical knowledge, learn effective self-care tips, and redefine what it means to support women’s health holistically.

About Today's Guest:

Heather Florio, second-generation owner and CEO of Desert Harvest, leads the company in innovating sustainable solutions in pelvic and sexual health. She is recognized as one of the Top 50 Women in Wellness by Authority Magazine and featured in Forbes as a top woman in business.

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