Episode 69: Irregular Periods, PCOS, and Insulin Resistance — The Hormone Connection

Irregular periods, painful cycles, fertility struggles, and symptoms like fatigue or brain fog are more common than many women realize. But what many people don’t know is that these symptoms are often connected to hormone balance, blood sugar regulation, and metabolic health.

In this episode of the Path to Better A1C Podcast, Jenny Pena welcomes Vanda Aubrey, RN functional medicine nurse and founder of Wellness with Vanda, to discuss the connection between irregular periods, PCOS, insulin resistance, and mineral balance.

Together, they explore how metabolic health and hormone health are closely linked — and why addressing nutrition, minerals, hydration, and lifestyle habits can play a powerful role in improving symptoms.

This episode is especially helpful for women in their 30s and 40s experiencing irregular cycles, PMS symptoms, fertility challenges, or early signs of insulin resistance.

• Why PCOS is often connected to metabolic health and insulin resistance
• The link between blood sugar balance and hormone regulation
• How irregular periods and fertility challenges may be related to metabolic health
• Why many women may be undereating and unintentionally impacting hormones
• The surprising role of minerals and electrolytes in hormone balance
• Practical ways to improve hydration and support your body with mineral-rich foods
• How balanced meals help prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes
• Simple lifestyle strategies that support hormone health and energy levels

Jenny and Vanda also discuss why many women experience symptoms even when lab work appears “normal,” and why learning to understand your own menstrual cycle patterns can provide powerful insights into your overall health.

✔ Supporting your body with minerals and electrolytes
✔ Eating balanced meals with protein, fiber, and healthy fats
✔ Monitoring your menstrual cycle patterns
✔ Understanding how blood sugar affects hormones

If you are dealing with irregular periods, PCOS symptoms, fertility challenges, or blood sugar issues, this conversation will help you better understand what may be happening in your body and where to start.

How to connect with Vanda:

Email: vanda@wellnesswithvanda.com

Website: https://www.wellnesswithvanda.com/

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