From bloating, constipation, and diarrhea to stress-related digestive issues, they explain how hormone fluctuations can influence gut motility, stomach acid production, nutrient absorption, inflammation, and even the gut microbiome. You'll learn why period bloating isn't just water retention, how chronic stress impacts digestion through the cortisol response, why thyroid dysfunction can cause constipation or diarrhea, and how insulin resistance may contribute to digestive symptoms long before blood sugar levels become abnormal. The team also explores digestive hormones like gastrin, secretin, CCK, ghrelin, leptin, GLP-1, and motilin, plus the emerging role of the estrobolome, the collection of gut microbes involved in estrogen metabolism. Most importantly, you'll walk away with practical tools to better understand your body, including symptom tracking, cycle awareness, stress management strategies, and questions to ask your healthcare provider. In this episode, you'll learn: • How hormones influence bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and gut motility • Why stress and cortisol can disrupt digestion and increase gut permeability • The connection between thyroid health and digestive symptoms • How insulin resistance may affect gut function and metabolism • What the estrobolome is and why it matters for hormone health • Why period bloating is more than just water retention • The role of GLP-1 medications in digestion and fullness signals • Which lab tests may help uncover hormone-related digestive issues • How to track gut symptoms alongside your menstrual cycle • Foundational habits that support both hormone balance and gut health If you've ever wondered whether your hormones are contributing to your digestive symptoms, this episode will help connect the dots and give you practical next steps. Because Better Gut Health Changes Everything.