As a young mother of four, Jennifer Woodward experienced mood swings, panic attacks, insomnia and weight gain after the birth of her third child. Unable to find relief in traditional western medicine, she stumbled upon functional diagnostic nutrition and its ability to analyze real data to understand hormonal and digestive issues. As a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Jennifer now supports women in the journey from their reproductive years to perimenopause and beyond. With her expertise and passion, Jennifer is committed to helping women enjoy optimal health and well-being through balanced nutrition. 

Inside this episode:

[00:03:20] Jennifer’s story of hormonal imbalance after her third child.

[00:09:13] Adverse effects of synthetic birth control hormones.

[00:12:19] Common age of perimenopause in women.

[00:17:06] Redefining productivity to suit ourselves.

[00:20:46] Stress and its impact on perimenopause.

[00:27:04] Weight gain and balanced nutrition during perimenopause is common.

[00:31:04] Functional lab work reveals hormonal imbalance. 

[00:35:58] The evolution of hormone therapy.

[00:41:03] The power of protein for maintaining health.

[00:43:53] Nourishing food choices for perimenopause goals.

Listeners can get the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition D.R.E.S.S. for Health Success© Guidebook for free!

Connect with Jennifer Woodward through her website: jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com

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