On today’s episode we dig into a Registered Dietician’s brain on all things Endometriosis management through DIET! Cindy, an Endo Warrior herself educates both you and I on nutrient and mineral deficiencies, the impact of endo on the body physiologically, and how to support yourself with endo through lifestyle modifications. 0:45 Cindy’s Story 2:22 Endo Affects More Than 1 in 10 4:40 Non-Invasive Diagnostic Method 9:01 Diet and Lifestyle Impact 9:20 Omega 6:3 Ratio 11:50 Inflammatory Prostaglandins 14:40 Magnesium for Blood Sugar Regulation 15:21 Iron Deficiency, Estrogen Clearance through the Liver 16:40 Zinc for Immunity, Stomach Acid, Thyroid Health 18:09 Selenium for Thyroid Health, Environmental Toxins 19:08 How to Test for Mineral Deficiency 20:28 Gut + Bowel Dysfunction in Endo 21:39 Stomach Acid Suppression from NSAIDs 22:05 Why Stomach Acid Matters, Why We Need B Vitamins 23:05 Heartburn, Reflux, Slowed Motility, Meat Aversions 23:39 Stomach Acid to Stimulate the Pancreas — Pancreatic Insufficiency 24:15 Nutrient Deficiencies Affecting Pancreatic Output 24:44 Purpose of Digestive Enzymes 25:11 Downsides of Fermentation in the Gut due to Lack of Digestive Enzymes 25:55 Higher Opportunistic Bacteria in the Gut in People with Endo 28:10 Endo Commonly Found on the Digestive Tract 28:45 How to go from Flare Up to Flare Down 30:00 Supplementation, Green Tea, Specific Foods 31:40 Emphasis on Prep Work 32:17 Vegan + Vegetarian Deficiencies, What to Focus On to Combat Deficiencies 37:23 Animal Products, Bioavailability 38:10 Nutrient Dense Beef Liver 40:15 Inositol for Endometriosis 42:30 Where to find Cindy — IG @endo.fertility.dietician, WEBSITE https://endometriosisdietitian.ca/

Find Dr. Jill Krapf, Board Certified OB/GYN at the Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders in Washington, DC. Instagram @jillkrapfmd and website http://vulvodynia.com If you are interested in participating in a research study for Lichen Sclerosis for a non-steroidal topical, sign up at http://vulvodynia.com/research To find a vulvar care specialist: https://www.isswsh.org/ To find a Lichen Sclerosis specialists, research and clinical trials:https://www.lssupport.net/searchable-lichen-sclerosus-provider-database/ To find a Pudendal Neuralgia specialist (Physicians and Physical Therapists): http://www.pudendalhope.info/ Time Markers: 3:55 Why Would Someone Work with a Vulvovaginal Specialist 5:14 Most Common Vulvovaginal Disorders; Major Complaint of Burning 6:10 Anatomy of the Vulva and Vagina, Explanation of Nerve Endings 10:28 Tests for Diagnosis 13:58 Indications for Biopsy 16:28 What to Expect with a Biopsy 22:58 Typical Symptoms of Lichen Sclerosis, Comparing LS to a Yeast Infection 25:50 Hormones and Lichen Sclerosis 28:38 Corticosteroids and Lichen Sclerosis 29:59 Lichen Sclerosis is an Autoimmune Condition 31:40 Pelvic Floor Therapy and Vulvovaginal Disorders 38:35 Dr. Jill’s Vulvar Care Recommendations 43:23 Emollients and Vulvar Care 44:36 Where to Find Dr. Jill Krapf You can find me, Dr. Sabrina Baxter, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist at http://drsabrinabaxter.com or on IG @dr.sabrinabaxter :)

The glow up is REAL! It’s been almost a year since my last podcast episode, and I feel like a whole new person and ready to bring a whole different kind of energy. In this episode I talk about why I took a break from podcasting and social media in general, what pulled me back into it (hint - you!), my pelvic health journey, and my pelvic PT school journey! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app