In this episode, my guest Alisa Vitti, and I are discussing the signs of hormonal imbalances, side effects of birth control on our body and hormones, how birth control disrupts dating, the stress-hormone connection, hormone-anxiety connection, why diets don't work for women, how to balance your hormones, what are the benefits of orgasm for women's health, what women should know about caffeine, etc. My Guest  Alisa Vitti  @alisa.vitti  HHC, AADP, is a functional nutrition and women's hormone expert, the founder of modern hormone health care company FLO Living, bestselling author of WomanCode , and creator of MyFLO, the #1 paid period app on iTunes and the first and only period tracking and cycle syncing app. Vitti holds degrees from Johns Hopkins University and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. "I’m a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I have a web series on Lifetime, and have been a regular contributor to CBS, Fox, Shape, Women’s Health, MindBodyGreen, and The Huffington Post. I also write Yahoo Health’s Hormone Whisperer column. I made history on the Dr. Oz Show by discussing one of the last taboo topics (menstruation) on national TV. I showed them how to ‘read’ your menstrual blood (using mashed fruit as props) to determine if you have hormonal imbalances. You can see the video here. I also speak to large groups about the intersection of hormones, neurochemistry, feminine energy, entrepreneurship, and success at TEDx, Talks@Google, Summit Series Outside, Hay House, WIE Symposium, and SHE Summit." https://www.floliving.com/about/ FloLiving @floliving FLO Living has helped thousands of women over 14 years in more than 152 countries heal their underlying hormone issues with our signature online program, the WomanCode System. This is where women learn a new ‘normal’, where easy periods, a juicy sex drive, a halted aging process, and tons of energy are par for the course. The WomanCode System helps put you in the driver’s seat of your health. Instead of suffering until menopause – and then suffering more throughout it – imagine a new reality, where…  You feel great all month long – no more getting knocked out with painful, heavy, or unpredictable periods.  You improve your fertility naturally, whether you decide to use IVF or not, so that you have a greater chance of having children when you choose.  Your libido is hot, and you feel sexy and energized.  Your hormones are no longer a source of grief, but your greatest source of power. Your Host Olyasha Novozhylova - NotBasicBlonde @notbasicblonde_ NotBasicBlonde Podcast @nbbpodcast Olyasha Novozhylova is the founder and creator of Not Basic Blonde, a fashion, and lifestyle blog dedicated to inspiring young women to create an extraordinary style. The Russian model led an impressive 10-year career in fashion and runway in Atlanta and overseas, as well as enjoying several acting roles. Now a leading influencer, Olyasha shares her beauty, wellness, and fashion tips with an audience of over half a million.     Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/notbasicblonde-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy