Hormone Happy Hour with Dr. Heather Rhodes

56. Creating a Healing Environment & How to Set the Stage for Your Body’s Innate Wisdom

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, we’re talking about something that often gets overlooked in health conversations: environment.
Many women feel stuck because they’re trying to reach a health goal while the environment around them (mentally, physically, emotionally, or spiritually) isn’t actually supportive of healing. In this episode, I walk through why the body needs safety and clarity before real change can happen, and how creating the right environment can shift the entire healing process.
We also talk about how belief, nervous system regulation, and supportive relationships all influence the body’s ability to move forward. Healing isn’t just about protocols or information, it’s about building the kind of environment where your body can actually respond.
In this episode, we cover:
Why people can feel stuck even when they’re “doing all the right things”
The importance of creating a supportive healing environment
How belief and mindset influence the healing process
Why safety in the nervous system allows the body to repair
The role of co-regulation with others and with God
How words, inputs, and daily influences shape your internal environment
An introduction to muscle testing and how it can help prioritize what the body needs first
This conversation is about stepping back and asking a bigger question: not just what you’re doing for your health, but the environment in which you’re doing it. When the body feels supported and safe, healing becomes much more accessible.
 
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55. Is His Testosterone Low? Signs, Root Causes & What Actually Helps

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, we’re talking about something that doesn’t get discussed enough: low testosterone in men. This conversation applies whether fertility is part of your story right now or not. Testosterone affects far more than sex drive. It influences motivation, mood, energy, confidence, and overall vitality. And while low T is becoming more common, the conversation around it is often overly simplified.
We walk through what low testosterone actually looks like, how it’s properly diagnosed, and why standard lab work can miss important pieces. I also explain why symptoms matter just as much as numbers and how patterns like high SHBG or elevated estrogen can affect free testosterone even when total testosterone looks “normal.”
Inside the episode, we cover:
Common symptoms of low testosterone (libido, performance, fatigue, low motivation, brain fog, mood changes)
How testosterone is diagnosed and why two morning labs are typically required
The three main physical patterns I see: low production, high SHBG, and estrogen dominance
Contributors like oxidative stress, gut dysfunction, iron/copper imbalance, liver overload, inflammation, visceral fat, chronic undereating, and long-term keto
Why jumping straight to testosterone replacement therapy can suppress fertility
Foundational root-cause strategies: sleep, circadian rhythm, light exposure, meal timing, minerals, gut support, and iron/copper regulation
Emotional and spiritual drivers tied to masculine identity, provision, protection, and pursuit
How relationship polarity and masculine/feminine dynamics influence libido and hormone health
Before replacing hormones, we have to ask:Is the body supported enough to produce them? If you’re navigating male factor fertility or noticing shifts in energy and drive, this episode will give you clarity on where to look first.
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54. Unexplained or Delayed Fertility | Here’s Where to Actually Begin Building the Right Environment First

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m sharing a little spring life update (hello strawberry festivals 🍓) and a final call for my 90-Day Hormone Reset before we dive into today’s real conversation: where I actually start when someone comes to me when experiencing unexplained or delayed fertility. We’re talking about building a truly supportive environment for hormones, not chasing symptoms.
In this episode, we cover:
What suboptimal fertility really means
How AMH is not fixed and why birth control recovery matters
The first tests I recommend in what order
Why iron, copper, and hair mineral testing matter for both partners
Copper’s role in implantation, egg quality, and hormone production
The three fertility “environment” pillars: alignment, abundance, and accuracy
Why fear can quietly block fertility physically and spiritually
This episode is about understanding and getting back to order by correcting foundations, restoring safety in the body, and creating the kind of environment where hormones can function the way they were designed to. 
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53. Things I Have (Shockingly) Changed My Mind About…Labs, GLP-1s, Vitamins, Detoxes/Parasite Cleanses, & More

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m sipping a fun little mocktail and taking you behind the scenes of how my views on health have evolved over the years. If you’ve been in the wellness space for a while, you’ve probably tried a few of these things too. I have. And today I’m sharing what I’ve learned, what I’ve shifted, and what I would approach differently now.
This episode isn’t about bashing trends. It’s about maturity in health. It’s about understanding the difference between chasing solutions and actually building a foundation.
Here’s what we get into:
Why I’ve refined how I use labs (and why more data isn’t always better)
The hierarchy of healing and why minerals and metabolism matter more than trendy detoxes
Parasite cleanses: when they’re supportive and when they’re unnecessary
Why bio-individuality is non-negotiable in real healing
A nuanced conversation about GLP-1s and where they fit (and don’t fit) in personalized care
The role of macros, workouts, and abundance in long-term hormone balance
At the end of the day, this episode is about discernment. It’s about knowing your body well enough to stop jumping from one shiny solution to the next and instead asking, “What is my foundation actually missing?” Because when you understand your minerals, your metabolism, and your nervous system, you stop chasing and start building.
As always, if you’re ready for personalized support, consult calls are open and I’d love to help you identify what your body actually needs next.
 
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52. Postpartum Rebuilding, Not Just Recovery: What Your Body Actually Needs After Pregnancy (Even Years Later)

In today’s episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m talking directly to the women who are past the newborn phase. If you’re one, two, or even five years postpartum and wondering why your energy, mood, cycles, or fertility feel off — this conversation is for you.
We dive into what actually happens to your hormones after pregnancy (hint: it doesn’t magically resolve after the first year) and why mineral depletion plays such a huge role in lingering symptoms. I explain how iron and copper can become dysregulated during pregnancy and birth, why that matters for metabolism and hormone production, and how mineral work can completely change the postpartum experience when it’s done intentionally.
In this episode, we cover:
Why postpartum hormone challenges often last years — not months
The mineral shifts pregnancy creates (and why they matter for fertility and energy)
Iron and copper dysregulation and how it affects your hormones and metabolism
How hair mineral testing helps guide personalized healing
Rebuilding your body without burning yourself out
Balancing masculine and feminine energy in motherhood
What true postpartum support should look like
If you’ve been feeling depleted, disconnected from your body, or frustrated that you’re still not where you expected to be, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next.
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51. Understanding Blood Sugar Regulation: A Whole-Body Look at Energy, Hormones, and Metabolic Support

In this episode, we’re talking about something that impacts energy, hormones, mood, and cravings more than most people realize: blood sugar. We walk through how blood sugar works, the role insulin plays, and why consistent nourishment matters far more than perfection. I also share what I’m seeing in client work, things like how macronutrients, minerals, and total intake all work together to support steady energy and calmer cravings.
This episode isn’t about rigid rules or micromanaging food. It’s about learning how to support your body in a way that feels sustainable, grounded, and responsive to what it’s asking for physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
In this episode, we cover:
Why blood sugar regulation matters for hormones and daily energy
How skipping meals and under-eating quietly disrupt stability
The role of insulin and consistent eating patterns
Why protein, carbs, and fats all matter and why none of them work alone
How mineral status influences cravings and blood sugar swings
What cravings often signal about nutrient needs
The connection between stress, emotions, and blood sugar balance
If you’ve ever felt tired, shaky, moody, or stuck in cycles of cravings and crashes, this episode will help you understand what’s happening and where to start supporting your body more intentionally.
 
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50. Following the Rhythms of the Seasons & How to Live in Alignment with the Earth to Support Your Body

In this episode of the Hormone Happy Hour podcast, I’m talking about something that quietly influences everything in our health: seasonal rhythms. This conversation about what it actually looks like to live in sync with the natural rhythms God designed our bodies to follow. From light exposure and sleep to food, minerals, and daily routines, so much of hormone balance comes back to alignment, not force.
We talk about circadian rhythms and why light matters more than we’ve been taught, how modern life pulls us out of sync with the earth, and what that means for hormone production, energy, and mood. This episode isn’t about doing life “perfectly” or moving off the grid. It’s about becoming more aware of the signals your body is giving you and making small, realistic shifts that bring more steadiness, safety, and support.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why your body thrives on rhythm, not constant stimulation
How light exposure influences hormones and circadian health
Simple ways to support your rhythm in the morning and evening
What eating seasonally and locally actually supports in the body
Why minerals matter more than we realize in modern life
The connection between iron, copper, and overall vitality
How honoring natural rhythms can be both practical and spiritual
If you’ve been feeling a little off, disconnected, or tired in ways that don’t make sense, this episode is an invitation to slow down and reconnect not by adding more, but by aligning more closely with what your body was designed to need.
 
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49. Truth Bomb: You’re Not Eating Enough… Even If You Think You Are

Here’s the thing: many women are not eating enough to support their hormones, even when they’re eating “clean,” prioritizing protein, and taking all the right supplements. I see this constantly in client work, and I’ve lived it myself. If your body doesn’t have enough fuel, it can’t make hormones well, especially progesterone, no matter how hard you’re trying to do everything “right.”
This episode of The Hormone Happy Hour,  is all about understanding what enough actually means for your body, why under-eating is so common (and often unintentional), and how strategic, intentional increases in food can be one of the most supportive things you do for hormone balance. We also talk about reverse dieting, metabolic individuality, and why blanket calorie advice almost always misses the mark.
In this episode, I cover:
Why eating “clean” doesn’t always mean eating enough
How under-fueling quietly impacts progesterone, energy, mood, and libido
What reverse dieting really is and who it’s actually for
Why calorie needs are deeply individual (and not something to guess at)
How hair mineral testing and metabolic type guide smarter nutrition decisions
What I’m seeing in client results when nourishment becomes the priority
I also share details about an upcoming Full Reset program designed to help women rebuild hormone balance from the ground up with personalized nutrition strategies based on real data, not trends or restrictions. If this episode makes you pause and wonder whether your body has been running on less than it needs, let that curiosity stay with you. 
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48. Exercise, Hormones, and Healing: How to Know If Your Workouts Are Helping or Hurting

In this episode of The Hormone Happy Hour, I’m sharing how my relationship with exercise has completely shifted and why I think a lot of women are unintentionally working against their hormones in the name of “being healthy.” This conversation is especially for the woman who loves movement, wants to feel strong, and also wants her body to actually respond well instead of feeling more depleted, inflamed, or stuck.
We’re talking honestly about seasons of movement and how exercise needs to look different depending on where your hormones, nervous system, and metabolism actually are right now. I also walk through the connection between control, overtraining, under-fueling, and why so many women don’t realize how quickly that spiral can impact libido, mood, and overall hormone balance. This episode is about finding a rhythm that supports your body instead of constantly asking it to push harder.
In this episode, we cover:
Why I’m rethinking how exercise fits into hormone health in 2026
The difference between training from stress vs. training from support
How intense workouts can quietly work against healing (even when you “love the gym”)
The role of rest, nourishment, and minerals in sustainable fitness
How under-fueling and over-control often show up together
What it looks like to move through different fitness seasons without guilt
Why balancing masculine and feminine energy matters in how you train
Practical ways to assess whether your workouts are helping or hurting right now
If you’ve ever felt like exercise used to feel good, now just leaves you more tired, more rigid, or more disconnected from your body. This episode will help you reframe what support actually looks like. Healing doesn’t mean giving up movement. It means learning how to move with your body again.
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47. 2026 Health Trends: AI, Peptides, GLP-1 Influencers, Lymphatic Drainage, and the Return to Whole-Body Healing with Leisha Drews

In this episode of Hormone Happy Hour, I’m back in conversation with Leisha Drews, and we’re doing something we both love which is zooming out and looking ahead.
As we wrap up another year of deep client work, personal experimentation, and real-life learning, we wanted to talk openly about the health trends we’re seeing emerge for 2026 — not from a hype or fear-based place, but from experience, discernment, and stewardship of the body.
We cover the growing role of AI in wellness, the increasing curiosity around peptides and microdosing, and why we’re seeing a strong return to simplicity, foundational health, and identity-based healing.
✨ In this episode, we talk about:
Why 2026 feels like a pivot year in health and wellness
How AI is being used (helpfully and unhelpfully) in health spaces
Where AI can support decision-making and where it can disconnect us from intuition
The rise of peptides and microdosing, and why discernment matters
Common misconceptions we’re seeing around “quick fixes”
Why minerals, metabolism, and nervous system regulation still matter most
The shift from goal-based healing to identity-based healing
How to approach new tools without abandoning the body’s wisdom
If you’ve been wondering how to approach the next wave of health trends without feeling overwhelmed or pulled in every direction, this episode will help you feel more grounded and confident in how to choose what’s right for you. As always, if you want personalized guidance, we share how to join upcoming workshops and consult sessions so you can apply these ideas in a way that actually fits your body and season.
Grab a cozy drink and listen in — this one feels like sitting in on a thoughtful end-of-year conversation you didn’t know you needed. 💛
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