Understanding Stimulatory Hormones: LH, FSH, TSH In this episode, we break down the role of key stimulatory hormones—LH, FSH, and TSH—and how they influence ovulation, thyroid function, and overall hormonal function. You’ll learn how to interpret LH:FSH ratios (including patterns seen in PCOS), what low vs. high levels really indicate, and why timing your labs […]

Hormonal Migraines: Why They Happen & How to Fix the Root Cause Have you ever noticed headaches or migraines showing up at the same time every month, especially around ovulation or right before your period? And have you been told the only solution is something like Botox injections? There’s actually a hormonal reason this pattern […]

Prolactin: Understanding High Levels & Prolactinomas with Romana Prolactin is most commonly known as the hormone responsible for breast milk production during pregnancy and postpartum. However, elevated prolactin levels outside of pregnancy or breastfeeding—known as hyperprolactinemia—are far more common than many people realize and can significantly impact cycles, fertility, and thyroid function. Together Romana and […]

Functional Nutrition for Endometriosis: Case Studies on What Actually Reduces Pain, Bloating, and Inflammation Patient 1: “Mary” 2 years post-excision surgery, wanted to try to manage bloating and pre-menstrual pain without another surgery if she could. Conditions: Endometriosis Symptoms: Severe abdominal pain(endometriosis) not just during period but throughout the month, fatigue, abdominal pain, brain fog, […]