Ask Dr. Hazel Wallace: Period Myths, Cravings & Period Recovery Tips | Honest Answers to Real Questions

May 21, 2025
21 mins

Episode Description

In this solo episode of The Food Medic Podcast, Dr. Hazel Wallace, a renowned women's health nutritionist and former NHS doctor, speaks directly to the camera, delving into period myths, cravings and recovery tips. Alongside sharing expert advice, Dr. Wallace answers listener questions, grounding the discussion in real-life concerns and offering practical, accessible guidance.

In this episode, Dr. Wallace answers:

  1. What are your thoughts on seed cycling—can it actually help regulate periods and support fertility, or is it just a myth?

  2. Do you have any advice for managing body composition changes while recovering from low energy availability and under-fuelling?

  3. What can I do to better manage strong premenstrual cravings, especially when they feel overwhelming?

Dr. Wallace provides evidence-based insights and practical advice, emphasising the importance of understanding one's body and hormones. She also promotes her new book, ‘Not Just a Period,’ which offers a comprehensive guide to menstrual health.In the show notes can we add how to submit a question in?


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