{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F69fdea6d-4ecf-408a-8225-9c397fcd347a","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Hormones & Whole-Body Health: Stress, Liver Function, and Herbal Balance with Dr. Faith Nelson","description":"On Healing Horizons, host Saima sits down with Dr. Faith Nelson to demystify hormones beyond puberty and menopause. We cover why estrogen dominance shows up in both women and men, how stress raises estrogen and suppresses progesterone and thyroid, and why a sluggish liver (500+ functions) can derail sleep, mood, skin, and metabolism. She outlines a practical, non-hype approach: clean up the liver, balance estrogen\u2013progesterone, support adrenals/thyroid, then address the kidneys\u2014paired with nutrition, grounding, breathwork, and clear health affirmations. If you want an actionable path that respects the body\u2019s intelligence and fits real life, this is it.\n\u00a0\nAbout the guest:\u00a0\u00a0\nDr. Faith Nelson is a naturopathic practitioner and herbalist who co-runs a mother\u2013daughter practice with Amoree Wilde ND focused on integrative hormonal health and education. She blends Chinese medicine principles with targeted herbal formulations and teaches accessible classes on hormone cycles for women and men.\n\u00a0\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nHormones affect more than life stages: stress can elevate estrogen, lower progesterone and thyroid, and drive fatigue, cravings, cycle and sleep disruption.\n\n\nLook at the body as a system: adrenals, thyroid, liver, and kidneys interact; treating one axis in isolation misses the root patterns.\n\n\nEstrogen dominance is common\u2014in women and men; aim for balance, not \u201cspiking\u201d any single hormone.\n\n\nLiver first: all hormones pass through the liver; sluggish detox can show up as acne, poor sleep, mood swings, and metabolic drag.\n\n\nPractical sequence: 1) support liver, 2) balance estrogen\u2013progesterone, 3) stabilize adrenals/thyroid, 4) clean up kidneys (fight-or-flight by-products).\n\n\nHerbs should work with the body: targeted formulas plus nutrition often reduce symptoms without overriding physiology.\n\n\nNutrition matters: minimize ultra-processed foods; emphasize whole foods for hormonal stability and better herbal efficacy.\n\n\nDaily practices: grounding (barefoot time or alternatives), breathwork, and affirmations (define what \u201chealthy\u201d looks like and reinforce it).\n\n\nEducation empowers: understanding the full hormone cycle accelerates choices that improve mood, energy, skin, and sleep.\n\n\nNot either/or: natural strategies can complement conventional care; personalize and monitor changes.\n\n\n\u00a0\nConnect with the guest\u00a0\u00a0\n\n\nWebsite & consultations: Fiducia Apothecary\u00a0\n\n\nShop at https://livefiducia.com/shop\n\n\n\u00a0\n\u00a0\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\n\u00a0\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\u00a0\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborat","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/ea739b07-c0de-4eec-805f-6e266f2967bc/mzhhzs5qcgc.jpg"}