Maca Can Help With Fatigue, Burnout and Hormonal Imbalances - But Is It Okay For Endo?

So, for those of us who feel social pressure or simply enjoy having a drink with friends or family, I wanted to share some tips that can help lessen the impact of alcohol. Remember, these are just tips and tricks and if you just want to have a drink and not worry about it, you absolutely can – that’s totally your choice! Show Notes https://www.fixyourperiod.com/castor-oil-packs/ Need more help or want to learn how to work with me? Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

In this penultimate instalment on our dairy series, I’m going to cover the effects of dairy on pain, and what to be aware of when managing endo. And yes - it’s not straight forward! In our first episode on dairy and endo, we discussed A1 casein, but for those who haven’t listened to that episode, let’s cover it again. A1 casein is a type of milk protein which research suggests some people find triggers intestinal inflammation and gut issues. The data on humans is emerging, and whilst it’s true for a number of people, not everyone will have this inflammatory reaction to A1 casein. However, if you do experience inflammatory reactions to A1 casein, this can trigger a systemic full body inflammatory response with regular exposure, in a few ways. Read more. Shownotes A1 casein https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5593102/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JirAKjC_Kh0 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2024.1501596/full https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7033038/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2024.1363455/full https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5593102/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.3109/09513590.2011.588753 https://www.clinsurggroup.us/articles/JGRO-10-226.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6790261/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3488529 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1130862119303158 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0021925818953226 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0015028206014373 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9396281 Lactose https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endo-belly-dairy https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2835780/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9101724/ https://academic.oup.com/rheumatology/article-abstract/47/8/1223/1785625 https://www.jacionline.org/article/0091-6749(91)90180-V/pdf https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/apt.12306 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9101724/ Histamines https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0021925818953226 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0015028206014373 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9396281 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24854-histamine https://integrativewomenshealthinstitute.com/histamine-intolerance-autoimmunity-and-endometriosis/ Arachidonic acid https://lipidworld.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12944-019-1039-y https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29610056/ https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/13/3/654 https://www.clinsurggroup.us/articles/JGRO-10-226.pdf Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

Today I want to shine a spotlight on maca, a herb you’ve probably heard lots about in the wellness space, but for those of us with endo, it can be confusing to know if it’s helpful or whether we should avoid it. Because maca can help us handle stress and burnout, I thought this busy time of year is a perfect opportunity to talk about it! Maca is an adaptogen herb, which means it helps our bodies to adapt to physical and emotional stressors. Maca does this by acting on the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis (HPA axis) to promote a more normalised stress response. The HPA axis is a system between our brain and adrenal glands that controls our stress response and our cortisol and adrenaline output. If you want to learn more about the HPA axis, I’ve linked to an episode in the show notes. Read more. Show Notes Maca adaptogenic properties https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10910417/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3991026/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614567/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614644/ Maca and energy/fatigue https://www.ffhdj.com/index.php/ffhd/article/view/912 https://ffhdj.com/index.php/ffhd/article/view/912/1603 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212429222003364 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1155/2017/2904951 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0141813017351681 https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pharmacology/articles/10.3389/fphar.2024.1360422/full Maca and hormones https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405654524001483 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09513590.2024.2360085 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614604/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6419242/#bibr89-2515690X19829380 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614596/#R5 https://vuir.vu.edu.au/33971/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1155/2015/949036 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/236909766_Hormone-Balancing_Effect_of_Pre-Gelatinized_Organic_Maca_Lepidium_peruvianum_Chacon_III_Clinical_Responses_of_Early-Postmenopausal_Women_to_Maca_in_Double_Blind_Randomized_Placebo-controlled_crossover https://journals.ekb.eg/article_79449_fda1706194d865cd287c03d88ef02905.pdf http://eplant.njau.edu.cn/maca/publication/47.pdf https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1002/rmb2.12357 Maca isn’t a phytoestrogen https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614604/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3614596/#R5 https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/is-flax-bad-for-endo?rq=flax Endo and cortisol https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10253890701840610 https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/tired-all-the-time-hpa-axis-dysfunction-and-endo?rq=HPA%20axis Maca brands (not sponsored/affiliated) https://supplementhub.com/en-gb/products/maca-powder-gelatinized-227g-gaia-herbs Recipe https://www.theendobellycoach.com/burnout-busting-luteal-phase-malted-milk I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

Today is a quick episode but hopefully a helpful one. Today I want to talk about the glycemic index and the glycemic load of foods, and how you can use these tools to help you manage endo. The glycemic index and glycemic load are two tools to help you understand how food can affect your blood sugar levels and how quickly they can do so. Read more. Shownotes Glycemic index and load resources https://glycemic-index.net/glycemic-index-chart/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916522004944?via%3Dihub https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/the-lowdown-on-glycemic-index-and-glycemic-load https://glycemic-index.net/bran-wheat-oat/ https://glycemic-index.net/glycemic-load/ Endo and blood sugar https://endometriosis.net/living/diet-sugar https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/pcos-blood-sugar-endometriosis-megan-hallett?rq=megan https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5625949/ https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/19E868FB1BE3A08DCFC0D00D7489ACAF/S0954422410000272a.pdf/dietary-therapy-a-new-strategy-for-management-of-chronic-pelvic-pain.pdf https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0140673621003895 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3322018/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24168441/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0891584922001228 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12379575/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/385491981_Salivary_Prostaglandin_E2_Levels_and_HbA1c_Levels_in_Periodontal_Inflammation_A_Comparative_Analysis_of_Diabetic_and_Non-Diabetic_Patients I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

Okay so today we’re continuing with our series on dairy and endo, and today we’re taking about hormones. And I’m going to warn you up front - the research is mixed, and it really comes down to your personal response to dairy. That being said, non-organic dairy can be treated with extra hormones, which may influence our own, so it goes without saying that organic is preferable when possible. Of course, don’t worry about the one offs like an ice cream out or some cream on your dessert in a restaurant, but if you’re regularly eating dairy at home, organic would be a better choice. I currently having one more space available for one to one coaching. If this is of interest to you, you can reach out on [email protected] Read more. Show notes Organic dairy https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/Dairy - Guidelines.pdf - regulations for organic dairy Insulin/blood sugar/IGF-1 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4524299/ https://www.levels.com/blog/what-we-know-about-dairy-and-blood-sugar] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4325471/ PCOS https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7696580/#:~:text=Yoghurt appears to be a,of hepatic gluconeogenesis [54]. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4085920/#:~:text=Conclusions:,consumption and risk of PCOS. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5265695/ Hormones and dairy https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4119548/#:~:text=(Table 1).-,The prevalence of anovulatory cycles varied from 3.4% to 18.6,%, data not shown). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5265695/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17329264/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19496976/ Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

This week we’re taking a pause from the dairy series to give those who don’t want to learn about diary or who feel distressed by the topic for ethical reasons, a bit of a break, as I appreciate it might be a bit much to go back to back with this topic. So today, I want to answer a question that was asked of me on a call the other day. And that’s when you’re starting to manage endo, and you put in place various protocols to get your symptoms under control, do you then have to do those strategies forever? And the answer is no. Let’s think of it as endo management and endo maintenance. Read more. Show notes Blood sugar resources https://endometriosis.net/living/how-to-balance-your-blood-sugar-levels-to-reduce-endo-symptoms https://endometriosis.net/living/diet-sugar I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

If you’ve been considering eating for endo, or you have been, you may be thinking about or may have already, cut out dairy. But is it necessary to remove dairy entirely for people with endo? The answer is, it’s complicated and really depends on your body and of course, your personal values, because some people may choose to lower or omit their dairy intake for ethical or environmental reasons. So in this series, we’re going to explore all the factors to consider around dairy and endo - because there is a lot to discuss! Read more. Show notes Lactose https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28690131/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20132150/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26138365/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9660426/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0958694618300608 https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Lactose-content-of-dairy-products_tbl1_268035497 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534631/ A1 casein https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28916574/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24166511/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5593102/ Histamines https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10346277/ https://www.monashfodmap.com/blog/histamines-and-ibs/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26976734/ https://drbeckycampbell.com/courses/ Probiotic dairy https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/cellular-and-infection-microbiology/articles/10.3389/fcimb.2024.1373004/full https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endo-fermented-foods https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8579104/ https://zoe.com/learn/best-probiotic-foods I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

Recently I shared an episode on pycnogenol and the research behind its use for chronic UTIs and interstitial cystitis - and the evidence is pretty impressive. I mentioned in the show that pycnogenol is one of my favourite supplements for us endo peeps, and I thought I should elaborate on some of the key benefits, for those of you who are curious. Read more. I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching Show Notes Endo research https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17879831/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4512562/ https://ri.conicet.gov.ar/bitstream/handle/11336/130924/CONICET_Digital_Nro.f5b315e1-bd81-4dcb-83f0-4e4a751927ce_A.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/11/3/978 Mentstrual pain https://www.pycnogenol.com/fileadmin/pdf/Application_brochures/pycno_menstrual_discomfort_16012016_WEB.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6790261 Histamine intolerance https://www.pycnogenol.com/fileadmin/pdf/Application_brochures/pycno_respiratory_health_18012016_WEB.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22332753/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31998139/ https://www.emjreviews.com/reproductive-health/article/targeting-mast-cells-as-a-viable-therapeutic-option-in-endometriosis/ Histamine Intolerance 101 Dr. Becky Campbell https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/strategies-for-lowering-histamine-reducing-allergies-endometriosis https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/association-between-endometriosis-allergies Endometriosis, SIBO, Interstitial Cystitis and Allergies: The Histamine Connection Dysautonomia https://www.pycnogenol.com/fileadmin/pdf/Application_brochures/pycno_healthy_veins_18012016_WEB.pdf https://www.pycnogenol.com/applications/circulatory-heart/ https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/pots-dysautonomia-with-endo https://drive.google.com/file/d/18q4ZAbC7Ism7OcJu39vw_GwPnl-0_5Lz/view https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endo-and-dysautonomia https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endometriosis-and-ehlers-danlos-syndrome https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endo-ic-sibo https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/jessica-drummond-endometriosis-mcas-hypermobility-dysautonomia Perimenopause https://www.pycnogenol.com/fileadmin/pdf/Application_brochures/Pycnogenol_Menopause_EN_211.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507826/ https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2788287 Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson

Now of course, this is a huge topic and there are so many different probiotics out there, which can often just get confusing and overwhelming, so with this podcast my intention is for it to be succinct and easy to digest, with a smaller array of probiotics to start exploring on your initial steps to gut healing.  Read more. Show Notes SIBO The SIBO, Endometriosis and Interstitial Cystitis Connection wth Dr. Allison Siebecker How To Treat SIBO with Dr Allison Siebecker Understanding The Endometriosis Belly, Part 3: SIBO Symptoms How Do You Know When to Test for SIBO? How to Test for SIBO at Home Histamine intolerance Histamine Intolerance 101 Dr. Becky Campbell https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/strategies-for-lowering-histamine-reducing-allergies-endometriosis https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/association-between-endometriosis-allergies Endometriosis, SIBO, Interstitial Cystitis and Allergies: The Histamine Connection  L.Plantarum 299v research https://meridian.allenpress.com/jfp/article-abstract/80/10/1682/199965/Degradation-of-Histamine-by-Lactobacillus?redirectedFrom=fulltext https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21381407/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3316997/  L.Plantarum 299v brands Jarrow Ideal Bowel Support 299V, at one caps twice a day (Dr. Jacobi) Metagenics Ultra Flora Intensive Care, at one caps twice a day (Dr. Jacobi) Leaky Gut https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/endometriosis-leaky-gut https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/-the-endometriosis-belly https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/understanding-the-endometriosis-belly-part-2 https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/root-causes-of-bloating-endometriosis LPS https://www.thisendolife.com/this-endolife-podcast-episodes/endometriosis-leaky-gut https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4519769/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2327198/ https://www.cell.com/cell-host-microbe/pdf/S1931-3128(16)30161-5.pdf S.Boulardi research https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6375115/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26316791/ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/immunoglobulin-a-deficiency https://www.optibacprobiotics.com/professionals/latest-research/gut-health/probiotics-best-for-candida S.Boulardi brands and doses Klaire Labs Saccharomyces boulardi, at two caps taken twice a day (Dr. Jacobi) Invivo Bio.Me S. boulardii, at two caps daily Bioceuticals SB Floractiv, at two caps taken twice a day (Dr. Jacobi) L.rhamnosus GG research https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18813028/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21390145/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30040527/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4239510/ L.rhamnosus GG brands and doses Nutrigold L. Rhamnosus GG, label dose (caution: contains brown rice flour) Metagenics, Ultra Flora LGG® 60, at one cap twice a day (Dr. Jacobi) CAUTION: If looking for your own brands to buy, avoid probiotics containing probiotics, as these may worsen SIBO symptoms. For a list of ingredients to be mindful of when choosing probiotics, see Dr Allison Siebecker’s handout here. Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works

Recently I’ve talked a lot about the gut microbiome and endo, but today, I want to do a very short episode on the bladder microbiome, but specifically, a supplement or plant extract that could help us. For those of you who deal with bladder pain or recurrent UTIs, I’m hoping this episode is helpful. Interstitial cystitis has been dubbed as the ‘evil twin’ of endometriosis by researchers, and is characterised by bladder pain, increased frequency, pressure, and trouble emptying the bladder to name a few of the key symptoms. Interstitial cystitis doesn’t have just one cause; often there are multiple layers ranging from pelvic floor dysfunction, histamine issues, nerve hypersensitivity, chronic embedded UTIs, inflammation and more. Read more. Show notes I am now taking applications for my final one to one coaching cohort of 2024 Apply here: https://www.theendobellycoach.com/coaching IC endo research and podcasts https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3043443/ https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endo-ic-sibo https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/chronic-uni-treatment-semaine https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/root-causes-of-bladder-pain-with-endometriosis https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/nutrition-bladder-pain-brianne-thornton https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/diet-and-natural-treatment-options-for-interstitial-cystitis-and-bladder-pain https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/how-your-nervous-system-affects-interstitial-cystitis-and-endo-pain https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/equal-treatment-for-black-endometriosis-patients-and-plevic-floor-physiotherapy https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/supplements-for-interstitial-cystitis https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/new-ic-subtypes https://www.theendobellycoach.com/podcast/endometriosis-sibo-ic-and-allergies-the-histamine-connection IC, biofilms, chronic UTIs, microbiome alterations https://liveutifree.com/interstitial-cystitis-treatment/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9865985/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9962481/ Bladder test https://regeneruslabs.com/products/microgendx-mens-uti Aloe vera https://www.pelvicsanity.com/2017/06/01/the-best-supplements-for-interstitial-cystitis Pycnogenol research https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8249140/#tab2 https://www.pycnogenol.com/applications/menstrual-discomfort https://www.pycnogenol.com/applications/respiratory-health https://www.pycnogenol.com/applications/circulatory-heart https://www.pycnogenol.com/applications/venous-disorders Brands https://www.lifeextension.com/vitamins-supplements/item01637/pycnogenol https://www.nowfoods.com/products/supplements/pycnogenol-100-mg-veg-capsules https://pure-encapsulations-pro.co.uk/product/pycnogenol-100-mg/ Free resources: This podcast!  Endometriosis Net Column Endometriosis News Column Newsletter Instagram Email me: [email protected] Ways to work with me: This EndoLife, It Starts with Breakfast digital cookbook Masterclasses in endo nutrition, surgery prep and recovery and pain relief Live and Thrive with Endo: The Foundations DIY course One to one coaching info and application This episode is sponsored by BeYou Cramp Relief Patches. Soothe period cramps the natural way with these 100% natural and discreet menthol and eucalyptus oil stick on patches. Click here to find out more and to shop: https://beyouonline.co.uk/pages/how-it-works Produced by Chris Robson