Hormone Balance FAQ

With which conditions do you work?

I am experienced in working with patients who have endometriosis, PCOS and perimenopause. I am suffering from endometriosis myself, so I am fully aware of the condition and how distressing it can be. Tailored nutrition and lifestyle plans can help ease the symptoms associated with these conditions.

I want to address endometriosis – which is the best service for me?

Endometriosis is a painful chronic condition that affects not only the hormonal system but the whole body. Due to its complexity, I advise a 1:1 service such as the 4-week plan or the Hormone Balance plan.

A 1-hour Diet Review won’t be sufficient to understand the root cause of the problem and provide a plan that can help; follow-ups are essential to monitor progress and work on further action points to restore health.

How is the Hormone balance plan structured?

The Hormone balance plan consists of one 1-hour initial consultation and four follow-ups, each lasting 30-45 minutes.

During our initial consultation, we will go through the DUTCH test results and a comprehensive assessment of all your body systems’ health, with the aim of joining the dots and finding the root cause of your symptoms based on the test findings and questionnaire information.

After the initial consultation, a personalised plan, along with current and future action points, will be published on Practice Better.

During our follow-up consultations, we will discuss what worked and what didn’t, and progress to the following action points.

Which hormone test are you using?

I am using the renowned DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones). It is a groundbreaking methodology that sets a new standard in hormone metabolite testing, surpassing traditional saliva and blood tests.

The DUTCH tests for both sex and adrenal hormones and their metabolites to help identify the root cause of symptoms and create a highly personalised, efficient plan.

What is the difference between the DNA Hormones and the DUTCH tests?

The DUTCH test will provide an accurate picture of your sex and adrenal hormone levels during your luteal phase, highlight imbalances and provide answers on the possible symptoms you might be experiencing.

The DNA Hormones Test will evaluate your genetic predisposition to hormonal imbalances, helping you understand the best interventions to prevent future imbalances and preserve your hormonal health.

Combining the two will provide the ultimate tools to address your current and future health.

How long would it take for my gut symptoms to disappear once I start the program with Food Power Nutrition?

While I have been able to support hundreds of patients suffering from hormonal imbalances, timings are very individual.

The complexity of your case, the overlap of different conditions, and your body’s response to dietary and supplemental plans influence the plan’s progress.

Attending regular sessions to fine-tune the plan and understand potential challenges is vital for progress, as well as complying with the plan suggestions to the best of your capacity.