You’ve been told your hormone blood tests are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, bloated, moody, or just plain off. So... what gives?

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down exactly why conventional blood testing often fails to give women real answers about their hormone health. If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s office with results that don’t match how you actually feel, this conversation is for you. I’ll walk you through the common gaps in standard testing, how reference ranges are outdated, and why your symptoms matter more than the numbers on a lab report.

It’s time to stop settling for confusion. You deserve better answers, and it starts with asking the right questions, and knowing what kind of testing will really support your healing.

Key Takeaways

Your symptoms speak louder than your labs – How you feel is always more important than what the paper says.

Standard blood tests miss key hormones – Many GPs only order basic panels, skipping critical markers like progesterone, T3, and thyroid antibodies.

Outdated reference ranges distort results – Most labs still use old ranges, especially for thyroid, leaving many women misdiagnosed or ignored.

You can ask for better testing – Functional ranges and cycle-aware hormone testing reveal far more than generic bloodwork.

Test timing makes or breaks results – Day 21 or 7 days post-ovulation is ideal for sex hormone testing; thyroid should be tested consistently at the same time.

Invest in the right eyes – Independent labs and expert interpretation are often the only way to get real clarity about your hormones.

Links & Resources

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Not feeling like yourself? Your hormones might be the reason! Take our Free Hormone Quiz to uncover possible imbalances and start feeling better today:
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Let’s talk about the supplement industry—and why so much of it is failing women.

In this raw, uplifting and incredibly educational conversation, I’m joined by Sheridan Joy Austin, the beautiful mind and founder behind Foraged For You, to dive into what it really takes to nourish our bodies—especially in pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. Sheridan opens up about how her own unexpected pregnancy revealed the gaps in prenatal nutrition and how that led to the creation of her now cult-favourite wholefood blend, The Mother’s Blend. We talk liver, folate, iron, vitamin A, and why isolating nutrients in synthetic supplements often creates more harm than good. Sheridan shares her journey of bringing a product to life with true integrity, the resistance she’s faced, and why she refuses to cut corners—even when the wellness industry tells her to.

This episode is for any woman who’s ever questioned her supplements, felt overwhelmed by mixed health advice, or just wants to understand how to truly fuel her body with the wisdom of nature.

Key Takeaways

Why real food always wins—how nutrient-dense ingredients like liver and kelp naturally support pregnancy, postpartum, and hormone recovery better than synthetics.

What your supplements aren’t telling you—why isolating nutrients like folic acid or iron can backfire without their critical co-factors like vitamin A, copper, and magnesium.

How to read the fine print—what hidden fillers like maltodextrin and silicon dioxide are doing to your gut, and how to choose products with real integrity.

Why iron deficiency might not be about iron—how symptoms like fatigue and poor immunity may be rooted in deeper imbalances most blood tests don’t show.

The truth about vitamin A in pregnancy—why liver-based vitamin A isn’t the enemy, and what the research really says about birth defects and deficiency risks.

Where to Find Our Guest

Follow Sheridan at https://www.instagram.com/sheridanjoyaustin

Explore Foraged For You at https://www.instagram.com/foragedforyou_

Links & Resources

📷 Connect with Me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

🌿 Join NK x The Membership – Your Wellness Sanctuary!

Created by me to help women reclaim their body wisdom with expert support, exclusive resources, and a like-minded community.

✨ What’s Inside?
✔ Early access to new Masterclasses & Challenges
✔ Unlimited access to 20+ Masterclasses & 25+ free ebooks
✔ VIP perks—events, expert Q&As & private community
✔ 20% off practitioner-grade supplements
✔ Direct access to Nat via live Q&As & Facebook chat

💖 Join today & take charge of your health!
👉 Sign Up Now: https://natkringoudis.thrivecart.com/the-membership-x-nat-kringoudis/

🔎 Take Our Free Hormone Quiz

Not feeling like yourself? Your hormones might be the reason! Take our Free Hormone Quiz to uncover possible imbalances and start feeling better today:
https://natkringoudis.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6?typeform-source=natkringoudis.lpages.co

🥗 Join the 5-Day Cleanse

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In this beautiful and deeply personal chat, I’m joined by my dear friend Melissa Ambrosini—best-selling author, mama of two, and founder of She Launch—as we unpack what it really takes to thrive as a modern woman in today’s world.

Melissa gets real about the juggle of motherhood, the emotional shift from one to two kids, and how she’s built a business that supports both her purpose and her family. We talk about redefining success, dropping the pressure to “do it all,” and getting fiercely clear on your values so you can live and lead with intention.

Mel’s commitment to living in alignment with her truth is contagious, and if you’ve ever felt torn between your ambition and your desire to be fully present with your family, this episode is for you. We also touch on why asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom—and how investing in yourself isn’t selfish, it’s essential.

Key Takeaways

Creating Space for Wealth – Understanding that financial abundance doesn’t conflict with purpose—it enhances your impact and well-being.

The Power of Support – Releasing the pressure to do it all and learning to ask for, receive, and embrace help as a form of self-respect.

Authenticity in Business – Why staying true to yourself is the most powerful strategy for building a brand that lasts.

Rethinking Self-Care – Letting go of rigid routines and embracing micro-moments of wellness that truly serve you in this season.

Connection Over Isolation – Reclaiming community and friendship as vital pieces of your wellness and motherhood experience.

The Dance of Balance – Accepting that life, business, and parenting are a dynamic rhythm, not a perfect juggle.

Embracing Seasons – Trusting the natural ebb and flow in motherhood, business, and relationships to find peace in each chapter.

Where to Find Our Guest

Melissa’s work, books, and podcast can be found at https://melissaambrosini.com

Join She Launch at https://shelaunch.com

Follow Melissa on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/melissaambrosini

Links & Resources

📷 Connect with Me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/natkringoudis

🌿 Join NK x The Membership – Your Wellness Sanctuary!

Created by me to help women reclaim their body wisdom with expert support, exclusive resources, and a like-minded community.

✨ What’s Inside?
✔ Early access to new Masterclasses & Challenges
✔ Unlimited access to 20+ Masterclasses & 25+ free ebooks
✔ VIP perks—events, expert Q&As & private community
✔ 20% off practitioner-grade supplements
✔ Direct access to Nat via live Q&As & Facebook chat

💖 Join today & take charge of your health!
👉 Sign Up Now: https://natkringoudis.thrivecart.com/the-membership-x-nat-kringoudis/

🔎 Take Our Free Hormone Quiz

Not feeling like yourself? Your hormones might be the reason! Take our Free Hormone Quiz to uncover possible imbalances and start feeling better today:
https://natkringoudis.typeform.com/to/a3wsLZF6?typeform-source=natkringoudis.lpages.co

🥗 Join the 5-Day Cleanse

Over 20,000 people have transformed their health with our Free 5-Day Cleanse—now it’s your turn! https://www.natkringoudis.com/join-the-5-day-cleanse-course/

🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes on self-care, healing, and empowerment!