Our focus this week: the five things that matter, why the gut matters plus estrogen dominance
The JourneyShow Notes
Welcome to the weekly round up. The quick summary of some of the things we have been focusing on. This week we look at ‘the five things that really matter’ for any stage of your journey. We look at what these five fundamental cornerstones are for putting you and your baby in the best possible position and some practical ways to approach it. Next up: the organ that is getting all the focus these days: the gut. From hormones to immunity to brain development and even mood. This is where the science is exploding. We look at the latest research behind this and what you need to know in order to put you and your family in the best spot when it comes to your health. Finally: hormonal imbalance in our modern times appears to be on the rise. One hormone in particular that seems to be causing trouble. For both men and women: estrogen. We take a look at why this is happening, what the effects are and most crucially how you can put yourself in the best position.
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