Her Discussions with Dr Faye Bate

Women’s Health Physio: The Health Advice Women Are Getting Wrong

Her Discussions with Dr Faye Bate

Show Notes

How many symptoms have women been told are normal when they actually aren't? In today's episode, we're joined by Chloe Stevens, a leading women's health physiotherapist and PhD researcher, to unpack the health myths women have been taught to accept for far too long. What you’ll learn: 🍽️ how 300 extra calories/day can help women regain regular periods 🩺 why women’s health physio isn’t just for pregnancy & menopause 💸 the wellness products a women’s health physio would NEVER buy 🚽 why always needing the loo could be a warning sign 😣 how pelvic physio can help women with endometriosis pain

Resources & links mentioned: -Chloe’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chloelewisphysio/ This episode is sponsored by @CeraVe and their cleanser range, including the CeraVe Foaming Cleanser, formulated with 3 essential ceramides to support the skin barrier.

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