In today's episode, discover invaluable insights into the journey of regaining your menstrual cycle and the often-overlooked factors affecting women's health. Join us in a candid conversation with Cynthia Donovan, a renowned nutritionist specializing in period recovery, as we delve into the timelines, challenges, and empowering stories surrounding Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) and its connection to overall well-being. Episode Highlights: What is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA): (Causes and symptoms)Dysfunction in the hypothalamus and its role in regulating the menstrual cycleRelationship between low energy availability and HAConnection between Heart Rate Variability (HRA) and HAThe general timeline for regaining the menstrual cycleFactors affecting recovery timeChallenges in overcoming fears related to weight gain and identityWhat to know about RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency Syndrome)Comparison with RED-S and HAImportance of changing perspectives (food, bodies, and exercise)About CYNTHIA DONOVAN, MS RDC CDN: Cynthia is a registered dietitian nutritionist that supports women in getting their period back. She helps them reverse hypothalamic amenorrhea, restore their health, and regain fertility. Cynthia’s life purpose is to help women find balance with food, body and exercise. She has over 10 years of experience and founded the Eat to Regain Your Period Program in 2020. She’s helped 100’s of women across the world get their periods and life back. When she’s not serving women with period recovery you can find her in nature, travelling and having fun with the two loves of her life, her sons, Brian and Brayden. Stay Connected with Cynthia: Instagram: @period.nutritionist Website:: https://www.periodnutritionist.com/ This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD. Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/ Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts: Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/ Join Norah's group program for personalized support on your hormonal health journey: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/harmonize Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne Want to connect with other like minded wellness girlies? Join the FLOW STATE CLUB, a digital group chat connecting people like you.