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Her Side by Flourish Heights was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, a women’s health dietitian and journalist as she explores overlooked women’s health conversations, blending expert insight with real stories around periods, hormones, nutrition, and body awareness.
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Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
What was your first bra experience like?... Do you remember? I do!! Choosing the right bra size can be an absolute pain sometimes. Apparently, 80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size?! Super crazy. I reached out to Bra expert and Founder of Bravolution, Laura Tempesta to break it down for us and clear up all the confusion. Get the tea on bra-sizing and why it matters for 'the girls' and your overall health too.
The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women’s Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women’s nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.
About Laura Tempesta:
Laura Tempesta is a sports bra expert, apparel innovator, inventor of multiple patented products, and the only person in North America with a Master’s degree in Lingerie Design. After receiving her BA in Anthropology from Stanford University, she began her career in business strategy. Realizing her true calling was in product creation, she later pursued apparel design and development. During her tenure as Sports Bra Innovation Director at Nike, she helped guide and develop sports bra innovation.
Laura serves as a consultant to the bra industry and is the Founder of Bravolution®, a consumer advocacy group and resource providing bra reviews and education. She is a TEDx speaker and has been featured as a bra expert in Vogue, Insider, and Better Homes & Gardens
Connect with Laura:
Website: www.bravolution.com
Instagram: @bravolution
Facebook: @bravolution
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Let me help you thrive on your unique health journey! 1:1 Virtual Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling
Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at hello@flourishheights.com
Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter
Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com
Follow us on social media:
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Facebook: @flourishheights
Twitter: @flourishheights
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Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Your overall hygiene, sexual health practices, what you eat, and even certain exercises can impact the health of your vagina, but did you know your water intake can make a BIG difference too? When your body isn't properly hydrated, it can lead to vaginal dryness, itchiness, pain and so much more. I am sharing more about that, plus giving you practical tips to stay hydrated!
The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women’s Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women’s nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.
Stay Connected:
Let me help you thrive on your unique health journey! 1:1 Virtual Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling
Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at hello@flourishheights.com
Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter
Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @flourishheights
Facebook: @flourishheights
Twitter: @flourishheights
Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating + write a review! Thank you!
Friday Jun 18, 2021
Friday Jun 18, 2021
Ladies, do you know the UTI struggle?! I did some research and learned that 8.1 million people see a doctor each year about a urinary tract infection...and the majority are women! I invited Dr. Malik, a Urologist to share everything you need to know about UTI's. From the signs & symptoms, to whether or not chugging cranberry juice is the ultimate cure.
The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women’s Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women’s nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.
About Dr. Rena Malik:
Dr. Rena Malik is a urologist specializing in reconstructive urology. She is the Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She is regularly featured by media outlets such as US News & World Report and was awarded Top Doctor 2 years in a row by Baltimore Magazine.
Connect with Dr. Malik:
Website: www.renamalikMD.com
Instagram: @renamalikMD
Stay Connected:
Let me help you thrive on your unique health journey! 1:1 Virtual Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling
Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at hello@flourishheights.com
Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter
Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @flourishheights
Facebook: @flourishheights
Twitter: @flourishheights
Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating + write a review! Thank you!
Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
It's the first official episode of The Flourish Heights Podcast! A lot of women struggle with eating the appropriate amount of food their body needs. Is that you?! If you are under-eating on a regular basis it can lead to a number of mental, physical, and emotional health issues. In today's episode, I am sharing 5 signs you are not eating enough.
The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women’s Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women’s nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.
Stay Connected:
Let me help you thrive on your unique health journey! 1:1 Virtual Nutrition Counseling: www.flourishheights.com/nutrition-counseling
Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at hello@flourishheights.com
Say hello! Email us at hello@flourishheights.com
Subscribe to our quarterly newsletters: Flourish Heights Newsletter
Visit our website + nutrition blog: www.flourishheights.com
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: @flourishheights
Facebook: @flourishheights
Twitter: @flourishheights
Want to support this podcast? Leave a rating + write a review! Thank you!