11 // Menstrual health, cyclical living, social change & more with Maria Carmen Punzi

In this episode: >> Why understanding your menstrual cycle matters >> Changing our way of work, the 9-5 and the current structure for a brighter more sustainable future >> Balancing women's rights and physiological differences in our world >> Cyclical living: what it means and why it matters >> Questions answered: - What is the best way to track your cycle? - Can stress change your period? Can it decrease to fewer days and significantly lower the amount of the blood you lose? - How to make your cycle regular for those with PCOS? - How can we plan our month for work around our cycle because we have different energy levels during different phases? >> Optimizing your nutrition and food intake for healthy and regular cycles >> Trustworthy resources and experts mentioned: Lara Briden, Naturopathic Doctor on PCOS (her book Period Repair Manual is a must have) Alisa Vitti functional nutrition and women's hormone expert, on Cycle Syncing and Productivity (her book In the Flo is also all about cycle syncing) Anna Buzzoni, Menstrual Consultant on cyclical living and the rhythm of nature Clara Bailey, Naturopath and Fertility Awareness Educator on Going to the Root of Menstrual Health Problems >> Maria Carmen's non negotiable for flow Enjoy! xx About Maria Carmen: she is a Menstrual Health researcher and activist. After having worked in non-profit organizations, building evidence on the connections between menstrual health and sexual and reproductive health and rights, in 2019 she won a five year grant for her academic research on menstrual health and social change. When she is not busy writing and teaching, she curates her Instagram page, where she shares tips and info to live your best life through menstrual cycle awareness. Connect with Maria Carmen: Instagram LinkedIn Join the Flow Collective: https://francescapaschetta.com/the-flow-collective/  This is where I teach women how to understand, optimize and harness their menstrual cycle for more flow, balance, vibrant energy and holistic productivity.  Connect with me: Instagram Facebook community Empowered Women In Flow Website