The Truth About Birth Control and Your Hormones (Ft. Dr. Jolene Brighten)

Published: April 21, 2021, 8 a.m.

b'Did you know that out of the millions of women who are on the pill, roughly 60 percent take it for non-contraceptive reasons like painful periods, endometriosis, and acne?\\n\\nIn today\\u2019s episode, Jordan talks with award-winning naturopathic physician, and pioneer in women\\u2019s medicine, Dr. Jolene Brighten, to talk about women\\u2019s health, patient advocacy, and the effects of the pill.\\xa0\\n\\nWhether you\\u2019re on the pill, about to go off it, or just want to understand your hormones better, this episode has something for you.\\n\\nGo ahead, grab yourself a comfy seat, and tune in to learn:\\nWhy prescribing the pill can mask underlying health conditions\\nHow the pill affects the body and fertility\\nHow to prepare your body if you\\u2019re going off the pill\\nWays you can advocate for your health and handle medical gaslighting\\nDiet and lifestyle changes you can make to balance your hormones\\n\\nHear more from Dr. Brighten at drbrighten.com.'