DISCLAIMER: Within this blog post, I mention a few nutritional products. I mention these products because of their extreme efficacy, and the results they’ve helped myself and my clients get on their PCOS fertility journeys. I will never suggest a product or supplement I don’t wholeheartedly believe in.

Becoming fertile when you have PCOS can seem like a minefield.

I was told over and over again that becoming pregnant with PCOS would be next to impossible without invasive and incredibly expensive fertility treatments (& that even those weren’t a sure thing).

Then, on October 16, 2018 – a day that will live in my memory forever – I took a pregnancy test and it was positive.

I had fallen pregnant 100% naturally – no drugs, no doctor interventions.

My little miracle boy is due in June 2019 and I couldn’t be more excited.

I know that you are likely struggling to get your own fertility under control, and you’ve probably heard the same negative stories I did from your own doctors.

The truth is (& science proves it) that as little as 4 months of diet and lifestyle intervention can improve pregnancy outcomes in women with PCOS at a much higher rate than using either Metformin, Clomid or a combination of the two.

Incredible stuff!

If you want to learn more about this, be sure to grab my free PCOS Fertility Guide.

In order to help support natural fertility, I’ve developed a Latte recipe that’s both incredibly delicious (& comforting) and effective at supporting your body to improve fertility with PCOS.

This Latte recipe is featured in my free PCOS Fertility Guide, so if you don’t have it already – be sure to grab this crucial resource!

Let me explain why the ingredients in this Latte are so essential in the PCOS Cyster’s fertility journey.

Matcha Green Tea

If you know me, you know I love me some matcha. The aroma, the taste, the colour – everything about it gets me jazzed up. Matcha also has some incredible benefits of hormonal health and fertility, so let’s dive in:

Matcha green tea has the potential to support a more robust metabolism, which may assist moderate weight loss along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It’s no surprise that having a healthy weight is helpful for fertility and conception, so adding matcha to your healthy lifestyle routine may provide a welcome support.

Matcha green tea is FULL of antioxidants, which can help with inflammation in the body. Many women with PCOS have low-grade, chronic inflammation which impairs insulin sensitivity and ovarian function – two important aspects of fertile menstrual cycles.

Matcha contains L-theanine, a calming amino acid which boosts feel-good brain chemicals like GABA and lowers excitatory brain chemicals which may leave you feeling stressed and anxious. Many people who enjoy matcha report feeling a calm alertness. This is critical as a strongly reactive nervous system and resulting stress hormone imbalances can “steal” fertility hormones like progesterone, making cycles irregular, anovulatory and possibly preventing pregnancy.

Ovasitol

Basically my fav PCOS supplement ever – Ovasitol is incredibly easy to use (no flavour, colour, texture) AND it packs a major PCOS-fighting punch. Ovasitol helps to:

• Support insulin sensitivity,
• Normalize hormone levels,
• Regulate cycles and
• Improve egg quality.

All from a B vitamin! So cool.

I’ve teamed up with Ovasitol creator Theralogix to offer a special discount for any Cyster using my special PRC Code (L1MONT).

Here’s how to purchase:

1. Go to www.theralogix.com
2. Click “Login”
3. Click “Create an account” (if you don’t have one)
4. Create your account + make sure you’re logged in
5. Add Ovasitol to your cart (any variation of the product)
6. Go to checkout
7. At checkout, enter all relevant delivery information
8. Add PRC code where prompted: L1MONT

Turmeric

Like matcha, turmeric is highly anti inflammatory – good news for the chronic, low grade inflammation that’s often part of PCOS. Lowered inflammation means better insulin sensitivity, weight control and ovarian function – all critical contributors to fertility.

Turmeric also supports healthy liver function – enhancing the liver’s ability to flush toxins and excess hormones out of the body.

Lastly, turmeric has been shown to help with depression, and as we know from the matcha discussion, having a relaxed nervous system and adequate feel-good brain chemicals like GABA go a long way in helping your body produce (& keep) pro-fertility hormones like progesterone in balance.

Collagen Powder

Collagen is my favourite form of protein powder. It’s incredibly easy to digest, rather than some whey or plant-based protein powders that may leave us feeling bloated and gross.

Collagen helps to repair and support a healthy digestive system, which is crucial for absorbing pro-fertility nutrients, reducing inflammation and removing excess un-needed hormones from the body.

Protein itself is essential for fertility because it is used in creating many hormones and chemicals in the body, and helps the body to build and retain lean muscle mass – making weight management easier and boosting metabolism.

My favourite brands of collagen include Organika, Great Lakes and Vital Proteins – although there are many others on the market.

Omega PowerCreamer

Like protein, healthy fats are critical for fertility. In fact – a low fat diet may decrease fertility.

Why?

Because all of our steroid hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, etc) are made from fat. Without enough of the right types of fats, our hormones become imbalances and our fertility decreases.

It can sometimes be difficult to get enough healthy sources of fats in our diets when we’re trying to conceive, and I’m in love with the fact that products like Omega PowerCreamer exist to help us get enough.

The combination of ghee (clarified butter), coconut oil and MCT oil in PowerCreamer provide the variety of fats women’s bodies need to balance hormones and improve fertility.

The organic ghee is extremely rich in fat soluble vitamins like A, D and E. These vitamins are vital for hormone production (many hormonally-imbalanced women are deficient in all three), mood stability, insulin sensitivity and more. Because the ghee in Omega Power Creamer is also grass-fed, it’s going to have something called CLA or conjugated linoleic acid, a fat that’s known to help lower body fat and cholesterol.

The fats in coconut oil (medium-chain triglycerides) and MCT oil  have been shown to assist weight loss in comparison with olive oil. They also help us feel fuller longer, and coconut oil provides a small amount of saturated fat needed to create hormones.

I use the vanilla flavour in this latte, but the original/unflavoured works just as well.

Like Ovasitol, the wonderful people over at PowerCreamer have been kind enough to offer a special discount for my community.

Simply pop over to their website, add products to your cart and use code DIVA10 to save 10% off your order.

Use a tbsp or two a day in addition to your regular healthy, pro-fertility diet to support healthy hormone production.

Phew! That was a lot. Let’s get to the simple PCOS Fertility Latte recipe now.

PCOS Fertility Latte

2019-02-13 11:36:57

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Cook Time

5 min

Ingredients

1. 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice (coconut, hemp, etc)
2. 1/3 cup water
3. 1 tsp matcha
4. 1/4 tsp turmeric
5. 1 packet/serving Ovasitol
6. 1 tbsp power creamer vanilla or original
7. 1 healing tbsp collagen powder

Instructions

1. Add everything to a pot and heat until hot but not boiling.
2. Remove from heat and blend.
3. Enjoy!

Notes

1. Blending: I use a handheld immersion blender, but a milk frother or traditional blender would work just as well.

By Robyn Srigley - The Hormone Diva

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When my period is getting near, I feel like a totally different woman. Not bad per se, just a little bit less in control of how I show up in the world- you get me?

Part of that is wanting to say fuck off to my healthy food choices and instead indulge (a little too much) in some not so great choices.

As this point in my own hormone-balancing journey, most cravings (if I get any at all) don’t have the extreme power to make me binge- although they used to. I’m no stranger to downing a whole bag of chips or a whole pint of ice cream in one sitting.

Then I got fat.

Now I know to anticipate these feelings a couple days before Aunt Flo arrives and can eat in a way that satisfies my need for comforting foods without needing to put on “fat pants”.

One of the tricks I have up my sleeve is hot creamy beverages. They are incredibly comforting, can be sweet and delicious and can also be packed FULL of healthy stuff without having to eat a mountain of raw kale. #gross

Below you’ll find one of my favourites, my PMS-busting hot chocolate recipe! I’ve given a little information below as to WHY these ingredients are great for that premenstrual time (or any damn time) to keep your hormones running smoothly- whether you don’t know what’s going on or have been diagnosed with PCOS, endometriosis or another hormonal imbalance.

Full-Fat Coconut Milk

Coconut milk and coconut products in general are a boon for hormone balance and PMS. I use some form of coconut every single day in my own diet. More specifically, coconut provides good cholesterol, which is needed in steroid hormone production.

Yes- you read that right. Cholesterol can be a GOOD thing. Cholesterol is the main building block to create pregnenolone, which is the hormone that many other sex hormones are made from, especially progesterone. Having adequate levels of progesterone in the second half of your cycle (aka that PMS time) is incredibly important for warding of PMS.

Coconut milk is also high in healthy fats, and healthy fats are one of the best ways to balance blood sugar and prevent binging and cravings during that time of the month (and every day).

Many women also experience weight gain with their periods, or are carrying more weight on a daily basis than they’d like. The good news is the fats in coconut oil (medium-chain triglycerides) have been shown to assist weight loss in comparison with olive oil.

Cacao Powder

Cacao is the raw form of cocoa or chocolate. It’s got way more benefits than the regular stuff, so it might be a good idea to get your hands on some to keep in the pantry.

In that PMS (aka Pissy Mood Syndrome) time, stress can feel like the end of the world. I’ve definitely snapped at family and friends more times than I’d like to admit. The good news is cacao could help. It’s been shown to reduce the release of stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine from the adrenal glands.

Inflammation is at the root of hormonal imbalance, regardless of the type. Cacao is very high in flavonoids, antioxidant compounds which could reduce inflammation, even more than green tea or red wine!

Lastly cacao is high in minerals like magnesium, calcium, zinc and iron- all important for helping us feel more balanced during PMS time.

Omega PowerCreamer

Here’s the secret sauce to the PMS-busting hot chocolate recipe. If you’ve followed me for awhile, you know I LOVE bulletproof/butter drinks. I’ve included several versions of them in my Fat Loss Meal Plan for Moody Women with Estrogen Dominance, and they are always a big hit. The one bugger is having to measure out all those different fats in the drink.

I was super excited when the lovely Meghan of Omega Power Creamer contacted me and asked if I’d like to try their product which puts all the rights fats together in one convenient bottle. Their product combines MCT oil (those medium-chain triglycerides I already spoke about), ghee (clarified butter- better for those with sensitivities to dairy) and coconut oil. AND it’s all organic. AND there’s zero weird stuff.

I was excited to be able to just squirt some shit in the drink and be done with it! SO easy.

Not only does Omega Power Creamer have the same benefits as coconut milk, and it gets even better. The organic ghee is extremely rich in fat soluble vitamins like A, D and E. These vitamins are vital for hormone production (many hormonally-imbalanced women are deficient in all three), mood stability, insulin sensitivity and more. Because the ghee in Omega Power Creamer is also grass-fed, it’s going to have something called CLA or conjugated linoleic acid, a fat that’s known to help lower body fat and cholesterol.

The smart folks who created this product have been so gracious to extend a discount for all the Divas in my community! If you’re grabbing Power Creamer off Amazon, simply use coupon code HRMNDIVA to save 15% off your order! Hell yeah!

And P.S. you can find other recipes using this incredibly convenient source of healthy fats over here.

Tahini

Last but not least on the list here is tahini, aka sesame seed paste. Why tahini? There’s already a TON of good fats in this drink. Tahini is an incredibly high plant-based source of calcium, and time and time again, calcium has been shown to help mitigate symptoms of PMS like anxiety and depression.

Many people assume that dairy foods like milk and cheese are the only way to get calcium, but I don’t recommend dairy for hormonal imbalances and tahini is a seriously delicious and nutrient-packed alternative.
 

PMS-Busting Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1 tbsp raw cacao powder
• 1/2 – 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tsp Lakanto sweetener or a few drops liquid stevia to taste
• 1 tbsp Omega PowerCreamer (I used the unflavoured version but you could use either vanilla or chocolate as well!!)
• 1 tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste/butter)
• Few dashes cinnamon and cayenne (optional, but highly recommended)

Instructions

1. Put everything in a pot and head over medium-high. Once hot (DO NOT BOIL) either blend with a milk brother, hand held immersion blender or in a regular blender. Be careful in a regular blender- hot liquid is touchy and could burst out when you open the lid if you’re not careful. Sip + enjoy!

Between 40%-80% of women with PCOS are overweight or obese. That is a HUGE number! And no surprise, because of this, weight loss with PCOS is a hot topic in my community. 

Many women with PCOS have a hard time losing weight. I remember when I was first diagnosed, I had put on about 15lbs and was considered overweight. The usual stuff I’d done years ago like spin classes and cutting calories didn’t do a fucking thing. And it pissed me off. 

Maybe you’re pissed off like me when your doctor says “PCOS causes weight gain” and then says “lose some weight” to get rid of your PCOS. Annoying. 

Doctors may even prescribe some scary drugs to help with weight reduction and maintenance. A lot of the time, these drugs come with some hefty side effects, and many women don’t even lose weight on these drugs. 

Today I want to answer the all important question: I have PCOS, How can I lose weight without drugs?

Before you can decide if taking a drug to lose weight is right for you, it’s important to understand what they do and why your doctor may recommend them. Then we can get into the juicy stuff- how to lose weight without drugs when you have PCOS. 

And FYI- I never took a single drug to manage my PCOS or to lose weight. I used only natural methods including tweaking my diet, getting active and using targeted supplements. Now, all of my symptoms are either reversed or highly minimized. 

It’s quite amazing what good old Mother Nature can do when you know exactly HOW to harness her power. 

Now without further adieu. . .

Drugs Your Doctor May Prescribe for PCOS Weight Loss

Metformin

This is probably the most popular drug for PCOS weight loss, at least in my clinical experience. It also has some incredibly nasty side effects. 

Metformin is actually an oral diabetes drug that helps control blood sugar. Because blood sugar issues such as insulin resistance (and many times full-blown Type II Diabetes) are a BIG underlying contributor to PCOS, doctors may prescribe this drug to get blood sugar under control so you can release some weight. 

Metformin works by lessening the release of glucose (sugar) from the liver, where some sugar is stored as glycogen. Additionally, Metformin increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin (our blood sugar regulating hormone) and decreasing the amount of glucose you absorb from the foods you eat. 

Only a few of the MANY nasty side effects of this drug include:

• The Runs
• The Pukes
• The Toots
• Abdominal or stomach discomfort, cramping and pain
• Painful or difficult urination
• Lower back or side pain
• Muscle pain or cramping
• Fevers and chills

In my clinical experience I’ve never heard one women who used this drug that didn’t get some type of side effect from it. 

Want something natural that research has shown works better than Metformin? Skip to the Inositol section below. 

Orlistat aka Xenical

Different than Metformin, Orlistat is a straight-up weight loss drug. No implications for balancing blood sugar here. Simply put, Orlistat stops fat-digesting enzymes located in the stomach and intestines from working properly. This means that about 30%-40% less dietary fats will be taken up by the body, the excess simply passes through and out through your bowels. 

In a study of 90 overweight and obese women with PCOS it was shown that Orlistat did improve weight loss efforts, and side effects were lower than with Metformin (although not totally absent).

My big concern with a drug like this is the long-term effects of blocking important digestive enzymes in the body. Most of us already don’t absorb and assimilate nutrients like we should. 

Additionally, it’s important to note that the women in the above-mentioned study were also put on a special diet and exercise plan- it was not the drug alone that contributed to any weight loss in those women with PCOS.

A few of the side effects of this drug include:

• Oily or fatty stools
• Toots 
• Loose poops
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Rectal pain
• Problems with teeth or gums
• Fever, chills, flu-like symptoms
• Skin rash
• Headache 
• Back pain 

Liraglutide aka Saxenda aka Victoza

Liraglutide is another drug often prescribed for people with diabetes, and research has begun to look at its effectiveness in women with PCOS.

In a study of 30 women with PCOS , liraglutide was administered for 12 weeks. What they found was weight did decrease and many women also endured some nasty side effects to get that weight loss. 

The most common side effects included:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Bladder pain
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Fever or chills
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Raspberry Ketones + Other “Natural” Weight Loss Aids

Products for weight loss like raspberry ketones can seem really convincing- because who wouldn’t want to wake up pounds lighter?

The real truth is that although it sounds good because raspberries are healthy right… in the long-term, supplements like this can help you gain weight because (1) they aren’t actually made from raspberries, but rather in a lab; (2) they have never been tested on humans and side effects are largely unknown; and (3) many people gain weight when taking the supplement.

Other “natural” weight loss aids I would add to this list (to avoid) include:

• Green coffee bean extract
• African mango
• White kidney bean extract
• And any other carb- or fat-blocker promising weight loss results

How Women with PCOS Can Lose Weight Without Drugs

There are MANY different ways to release excess weight. There’s no one “perfect diet” and a nourishing diet and lifestyle look different for every woman. The strategies I’m outlining below have been researched to be helpful in women with PCOS, and many of my private clients and the women who use my PCOS Fat Loss Meal Plan see results using these methods. 

Inositol

An amazing nutrient for women with PCOS, inositol is a member of the B vitamin family. There are many different types of inositol, and it’s the myo- and d-chiro inositols that have shown promised for PCOS. The body has a natural ratio of these two inositols, which is 40:1, so it makes perfect sense to get both forms in this ratio for optimum results. 

Specific benefits of inositol for PCOS include reduced insulin resistance, improvement in hormonal levels and regulated menstrual cycles. Blood fat (lipid) levels are also improved with inositol, as is egg quality (for my TTC Divas!). 

Like many natural interventions, it’s important to remember that time is your friend. Typically it will take about 3 months to see much of the benefits described here. 

So why inositol for PCOS weight loss? Because inositol helps reduce insulin resistance, there will be less fat storage (insulin is a fat storage hormone) and improved blood lipids both equal a better chance at healthy and sustainable weight loss. 

Product Recommendation: Ovasitol by Theralogix, the only product on the market (at the time of writing) that combines BOTH forms of inositol in the 40:1 ratio our bodies need.

Dosage: 2 Ovasitol packets daily, or about 4000mg plain old myo-inositol. 

Theralogix has been kind enough to extend a discount on Ovasitol for my community (YAY), which shows up at checkout. You can take advantage of that and grab some Ovasitol here. 

If you’re still unsure, check out this chart comparing Ovasitol to other inositol supplements on the market.

Ovasitol Comparison Chart

High Fat, Moderate Carb

I see a lot of information out there about low-carb diets being beneficial for PCOS. The thought is by drastically reducing carbs, you can better balance blood sugar, reduce insulin resistance and then lose weight. 

As someone who has tried super low-carb diets (such as Keto) and have worked with many PCOS cysters who have tried this, I can say it’s not my favourite for PCOS weight loss.

Why?

Women with PCOS often also have issues with their adrenal (stress) glands and thyroid. Cutting carbs down to barely nothing often stresses their bodies more, and their metabolism becomes slower, making them gain more weight than ever.

My approach is a little different. Yes, reducing certain types of carbs (I’m looking at you, white bread!) is absolutely helpful and necessary in any PCOS weight loss regime, in my opinion. 

However, you can still enjoy blood-sugar balancing types of carbs (think high fibre), lose weight and not mess with your metabolism. 

It’s also important to replace the carbs that have been taken out with more fats and a bit more protein. 

You can find a One Day Meal Plan (with recipes!) of what this looks like in my free Ultimate PCOS Checklist, so don’t forget to grab that!  

High Intensity Interval Training

In addition to a yoga practice, or for those who like a challenge, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is for you. HIIT combines bodyweight resistance and cardio exercises in short bursts over a short period of time for maximum impact. No more hour-long treadmill walks. Usually between 10 to 35 minutes, these workouts pack a powerful punch.

HIIT is a FREE and fun activity that is especially good for us ladies with PCOS because it reduces insulin problems and helps to decrease excess body fat. You’ll also be building lean, strong muscle during HIIT, and we all know that muscle burns more calories even at rest than fat does.

I did mention that HIIT was FUN, right? Getting your heart pumping just enough to get some sweat-on but not enough to make you flat out exhausted is always a good choice. Plus there’s the added benefit of happy-enducing chemicals like endorphins that rise and make us feel dynamic when we exercise.

Here are some great beginner HIIT workouts:

• 3 Quick HIIT Workouts for Beginners from Daily Burn
• 18-Minute HIIT from Women’s Running
• 3 Beginner HIIT Workouts from Get Healthy U

Morning Weight Loss Tonic Recipe 

I love how deeply food can change our state. Whether we’re happy, sad, sick or healthy- what we put into our mouths has the potential to right the wrongs. 

This is especially true when we are very fatigued. It’s definitely typical among the women I work with, my chronic daily fatigue is absolutely not normal. In fact, it’s our bodies screaming at us for help. Give me what I need to function!

That’s where food comes in. As part of my 28-Day Fatigue Fighting Meal Plan for Moody Women, I designed the following smoothie recipe to be highly nutrient dense- with exactly the right things to fight fatigue, mellow moods and balance hormones.

This smoothie makes an excellent breakfast, or it can be used as a snack or small meal on the go. Smoothies are great when we’re tired because they take little effort and time to make- simply load up your blender with the ingredients and you’re good to go!

Swiss Chard + Strawberries

Not an entirely popular vegetable, Swiss chard is highly nutritious. Like other leafy greens, it ranks high on healing power for hormonal imbalances- including those that cause use to feel fatigued all the time. For example, Swiss chard contains at least 13 different types of polyphenols, potent antioxidants that can reduce inflammation. Inflammation is a major contributor to fatigue. 

Swiss chard is an excellent source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is extremely beneficial for restoring the health of our adrenal glands- two tiny glands that help regulate our stress response, and the chronic stress that leads to our fatigue. In fact, the adrenal glands are one of the organs with the highest concentrations of vitamin C in the body. Plus, the more stressed we are, the more vitamin C our adrenals need to function properly. 

Strawberries are also incredibly nutrient dense, with high concentrations of fatigue-fighting vitamin C. Be sure to purchase organic strawberries, as these berries are among the highest in pesticide residue of any other fruit or vegetable. Strawberries are also one of the lower sugar fruits, meaning that they won’t spike blood sugar in the same way an orange or melon would. Research has even shown that strawberry intake is connected to blood sugar health. Lastly, strawberries are highly concentrated with folate, a B vitamin essential for the creation of red blood cells and energy. 

Coconut Oil

Simply one of my favourite sources of healthy fat, coconut oil has huge benefits for adrenal health, fighting fatigue and balancing mood. The saturated fat in coconut oil is used to create steroid hormones- cortisol (a major stress hormone), being one of them. In fact, coconut oil has properties that help reduce the weight of our adrenal glands, which become bigger and inflamed when we are chronically fatigued. 

Fats like coconut oil are also needed in abundance to balance blood sugar. Women who are chronically fatigued and have adrenal glands fighting to work optimally most often have blood sugar imbalances because our bodies become unable to recognize the signals of insulin. And the constant up and down of cortisol sends all of this into a tail spin. 

Collagen

Collagen, which can be found in powders (like Great Lakes, Organika or Vital Proteins brands), is extremely beneficial when fighting fatigue and restoring adrenal health. Collagen can also be found in bone broth, an easy-to-make superfood if ever there was one. 

More specifically, collagen is helpful for healing the gut. When we are stressed out over years, and don’t take proper care of ourselves the lining of our gut becomes compromised. This “leaky” gut allows for inflammation and extra stress on the body, creating more fatigue. Collagen can help reinforce the lining of our gut and “seal” the lining, thereby reducing inflammatory and stressful particles from getting into our bloodstream and making us tired. 

Collagen powder is also a very easy protein to digest.

Hemp Seeds

A huge favourite of mine (I buy them in 5lb. bulk bags!), hemp seeds or hearts are rich sources of many different types of beneficial fats. For example, they contain good amounts of GLA (gamma-linoleic acid), which helps to control inflammation. Hemp are also high in omega-3 fatty-acids, a highly anti-inflammatory source of fat that has been shown in research to improve mood and balance hormones. 

Due to the high concentration of fats and protein, hemp is a natural appetite suppressant- a great thing when you’re dealing with fatigue-related cravings for sweets and carbs. Like collagen, hemp also has benefits for digestive health. They are high in fibre, and so help us to have healthy bowel movements and they feed our good gut bugs or “probiotics”. 

Salt

Highly debated, there is a strong myth circulating that salt is bad for you. I’m so excited to dispel this myth for you today! Yes, regular table (iodized) salt has been treated and bleached- leaving it without nutrition. However, good quality salt (grey sea salt or pink Himalayan salt) has huge benefits for fatigue. I often recommend to my clients that they drink a glass of warm water with salt in it first thing in the morning everyday to help fatigue (try it!!). 

Like vitamin C, salt (and the minerals it contains like sodium and potassium) is used in droves when our adrenals are struggling. The adrenals release a hormone (aldosterone) which regulates the balance of salt, potassium and water in our bodies. When overworked and fatigued, our adrenals require more salt to function properly. Some women I’ve worked with even need to add salt to every glass of drinking water while they heal. 

Adrenal Nourisher Smoothie

2017-07-07 08:39:26

Serves 1

A smoothie packed full with ingredients to support the adrenals glands for healthy stress response, to fight fatigue and balance moods.

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Ingredients

1. 1 cup swiss chard
2. 1 cup organic strawberries
3. 1/4 cup fresh italian parsley
4. 2 tbsp hemp seeds
5. 1 tbsp chia seeds
6. 1 tbsp collagen powder
7. 1 tbsp coconut oil
8. 3/4 cup water
9. 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
10. 1/2 - 1 tsp good quality grey sea salt or pink himalayan salt

Instructions

1. Put everything in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth. Drink immediately!

Notes

1. Drink this immediately because if you let it sit the chia seeds will thicken the mix.

By Robyn Srigley - The Hormone Diva

The Hormone Diva https://thehormonediva.com/