How to Manage Endometriosis

Show summary:

Leading clinician and reproductive expert, Leah Hechtman, discusses endometriosis and how it can be managed naturopathically through diet, lifestyle and key nutrients. She explains what endometriosis is, the signs and symptoms to look out for and the common causes and triggers. Leah also gives insight into how the gut and the immune system play a role in endometriosis.

What you’ll learn:

A clear understanding of what endometriosis is, the body systems involved and how and when it can present in a woman’s life.
Up-to-date research on endometriosis and what is thought to cause it.
Dietary and lifestyle factors that contribute to endometriosis and exacerbate symptoms.
How stress and genetics play a part in endometriosis.
The impact of gut health and the immune system in relation to endometriosis.
What the endometrial microbiome is and its role in relation to endometriosis.
A comprehensive overview of the recommended tests for endometriosis.
The key steps in managing endometriosis naturopathically including diet, nutrition, lifestyle practices and herbal medicine.
Natural therapies that can help with symptom relief.

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Guest Bio:

Leah is an experienced and respected clinician and has been in private practice for over 20 years. She specialises in fertility, pregnancy and reproductive medicine and holds fellowships and memberships with many international organisations. Leah sits on multiple Scientific Advisory boards and is a Past President of the NHAA. She has completed extensive advanced training and is currently completing her PhD through the School of Women’s and Children’s Health at the University of New South Wales in Australia. Her research is exploring ovarian biomarkers in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome and Premature Ovarian Failure.

Leah is the Director of The Natural Health and Fertility Centre in Sydney Australia. Over the years she has helped thousands of couples conceive healthy, vibrant children often in situations where they were told there was no hope left.

She is a keynote speaker at conferences locally and internationally and is the author of multiple seminal naturopathic textbooks and a contributor to journals and other texts within the Naturopathic and Functional Medicine areas as well as general gynaecology, fertility and infertility. Leah is also a CNM Patron and a regular media spokesperson for her profession.

Most importantly, she is a mother to two gorgeous boys who keep her grounded, humbled and consciously aware.