Stressed out? Ladies, let’s talk!In Ep. 32 of Season 2, we sit down with Zermina Akbary from Living Wholelistic to talk about the mind, body & spiritual connection, the benefits of seed cycling and ways to reduce & manage our stress. In a very raw and vulnerable conversation, Zermina opens up about her life journey and the moments she felt at her lowest. She explains that during tough and ultra-stressful times it isn’t just our physical wellness that takes a hit, but also our spiritual and mental health as well. It is a web that is truly intertwined. The toll stress can have on our bodies goes beyond your monthly acne breakout or migraine. Zermina says stress is one of the many factors driving infertility and cancer cases up in our community - as well as what we consume. So, how do we handle all the stress-filled situations life throws at us? We highlight some practices to help, like acupuncture, journaling and guided mediation. Now let’s talk hormones. Hormones are the silent factor that truly impact our behavior, growth and metabolism, no matter what time of the month it is. Zermina walks us through something called “seed cycling” and how it can help to promote a healthy balance of estrogen, increase fertility and even ease PMS symptoms! Leading a healthy lifestyle is more than just sweating it out at the gym or cooking up a balanced meal in the kitchen, it also means checking up on your mental and spiritual well being, too!Enjoy and remember to follow us on Instagram: @unsweetenedandunfilteredFollow Zermina on Instagram: @living_wholelistic