Hormones: Dr Nicky Keay

Hormones are the internal chemical messengers that have a powerful influence on our mental and physical wellbeing. When your hormone levels are balanced, you will tend to have stable moods and feel energetic, motivated, and mentally sharp. But - when hormone levels are out of whack, you may experience a range of symptoms that are also commonly associated with mental illness like depression. There may be anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, low motivation, low libido, difficulty concentrating… the list goes on. And – often people don’t realise it is the imbalance in their hormones that are causing the problems. To talk us through all this is Dr Nicky Keay – a hormone expert who has lent that expertise to the likes of the International Olympic Committee and regularly contributes to publications including the British Journal of Sports Medicine   In this episode we discuss: What causes our hormones to be disrupted The lifestyle factors we can adopt to get them in sync When we need to start paying attention to our hormonal health The key sex hormones - testosterone and estrogen Testosterone replacement therapy and HRT - pros and cons The importance of resistance training The dangers of excessive cardio Why we all should be taking vitamin D supplementation Why our sex-hormones need carbohydrates Why hormones love routine So-called 'adrenal fatigue' Avoiding processed foods Social connection and its positive impact on hormones The perimenopause and menopause - and how to mitigate its effects Being proactive rather than reactive with our health Forth's private home blood tests are here: https://www.forthwithlife.co.uk/ I hope you find this episode useful – if you do please can you share it – as that does make a big difference.  ** Follow/message me: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simonmundie/ Twitter https://twitter.com/simonmundie And for the 'Mundie on Monday' newsletter - featuring three of the best Life Lessons from three years and 200 of these conversations - head to simonmundie.com (where you can also drop me an email) Please do share this episode with anyone who may benefit, and rate and review wherever you get your podcasts. It makes a big difference and is hugely appreciated. *** Finally, a huge thanks to my sponsors, Puresport. Their range of CBD and Nootropics supplements have had a significant impact on how I sleep, manage stress, and focus throughout the day. I can’t recommend them enough. I have many friends and family who have tried their huge range of products - and now swear by them. CBD has been shown to have benefits for anxiety, inflammation, aches and pains - and it may even be good for long term brain and heart health. Puresport are paving the way in the natural wellness market with their unparalleled range of products. I am currently enjoying their Destress oil, with ashwaganda and the sunshine Vitamin D - ideal for hormonal health. Plus, their Female Balance: Hormone Health nootropic capsules are highly recommended. The good news is that Life Lessons listeners can get 20% off all full prices products with code Life20 at checkout. Head to www.puresport.co to check out their extensive range, their rebranded products... and to get your 20% discount. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices