Vanessa Layne

Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been experiencing lots of stress and anxiety. I’ve also been experiencing lots of joy and excitement being around family and friends and enjoying life. . My stress was mainly a result of all the what ifs my brain could conjure up and then perceive as threats or problems. At times it was small things like oh my god winter is coming and I need all these socks but I don’t want to own so many socks!! And of course the big real life stress...ors and living through a pandemic to top it off. So I took a step back to cope, heal, energize and rejuvenate...for my hormones . To be continued . . . . . #hormonalhealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #blacknutritionist #torontowomen #minorityhealth #menstrualcycle #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #miamiwomen #stomachissues #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #atlantahealth #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

Bad gyal melanin, poppin on me, loca Sun tan, sugar skin Banging to de soca . .... . Missin Barbados bad bad bad, bad bad! Thank you for everyone who sent condolences and thank you to all my beautiful family and friends (new and old) that made this trip a beautiful memory . . . . . #myfavouriteplaceonearth #hormonalhealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #blacknutritionist #torontowomen #minorityhealth #menstrualcycle #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #miamiwomen #stomachissues #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #atlantahealth #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

When it comes to hormone health understanding and tracking occurrences are so important . Yes ladies unfortunately getting our hormones in check can not be done passively . We need to get involved! Downloading a tracking app can be helpful with this... . But remember we also want to understand what is going on at each point (phase) throughout our cycle so we can identify possible imbalances and concerns and also so we can feel empowered AF!!! . Swift left for a breakdown of the 4 phases of your menstrual cycle . . . . . #hormonalhealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #blacknutritionist #torontowomen #minorityhealth #menstrualcycle #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #miamiwomen #stomachissues #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #atlantahealth #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

Balancing our hormones and moving towards health means being aware of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that cause havoc in our body even long after we have been exposed to them . EDCs are man- made products that interfere with the natural function of our endocrine system . They can cause reproductive, neurological, developmental problems... . These disruptors interfere with your endocrine system in a number of ways. They mimic hormones as well as cause over-responses to stimuli, causing inappropriate timed responses, they block real hormones from attaching to receptors and can cause an overproduction or underproductions of hormones. . These disruptors are found almost everywhere nowadays; in plastic bottles, furniture, clothes, food, food cans, cosmetics, detergent, drugs, toys, water, air. You name it; it’s probably on the list! . To support our hormones and overall health we need to start reducing our toxic load. Good ways to do this is swapping household cleaning products, dish detergent, body soap, plastics, canned food. . What’s a swap you have made or want to make? Tell me below, lets chat! . . . . . #hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blackwomenshealth #atlwomen #barbadoshealth #ukwomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #246 #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #africanwomen #melaninwoman #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #blackatlanta #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen See more

What happens in your gut is directly related to your mental heath and hormone health. . The gut bacteria known as estrobolome is what metabolizes estrogen if any gut imbalances exist this process can be disrupted . 90% of serotonin (feel good hormone) is made in the gut of there’s imbalance in the gut feelings such as depression and anxiety and mood disorders... . Thus hormone health can never be addressed without looking at gut health . Poor diet, chronic stress, antibiotics, NSAIDS, and poor sleep all can lead to imbalances in the gut . Thus when healing our hormones we always start with healing gut . Start add foods to your diet which work to heal the gut include leafy greens, garlic, onions, dandelion greens, pickled vegetables, miso, kombucha, water and high fiber foods while removing foods that compromise it such as refined sugar, processed foods, fried foods and fast foods . . . . . #nutritionist #onlinenutritionist #guthealth #digestiveissues #blackgirlmagic #ibs #crohns #leakygut #lifestylechangenotadiet #blacknutritionist #loseweightnaturally #onlinenutrition #nutritionhelp #carib #islandfood #africanfood #asianfood #eatingthecarribean #healthyrecipe #islandfood #blackhealth #caribbeancanadian #blackhealthmatters #hormoneimbalances #healthymealplans #eatinghealthy #healthyeating #healthyfood #healthycooking #naturallybeautiful See more

Other teas which have shown to help with cramps include red raspberry leaf tea (not be confused with raspberry tea), lemon balm and green tea. . Choose organic when possible and loose leaf as it has has more antioxidant properties, are aromatic, flavorful and less toxin ridden (if organic will be no toxins) . Let me know below what you are currently drinking or will try next ... . . . . #teasformenstrual #teasforcramps #pmscramps #cramprelief #pmssymtoms #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blackwomenshealth #hispanicwomen #minorityhealth #caribbeanamerican #caribbeancanadian #blackfitnesswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #blackmiami #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #blackatlanta #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #womanhood

There are a variety of supplements that can play a role in helping with fibroids. I compiled a list of supplements including some which are regular mentioned for uterine fibroids and some that are not as commonly mentioned . Iron- Heavy periods caused by fibroids can lead to anemia. It is estimated 19% of African American women are anemic. Choose a liquid for of iron due to increase absorbency (bio-availability) . Vitamin A- Helps wit tissue repair, immune function and can... help with anemia when taken along with iron . Shiitake or Maitake extract- Supports overall immune health and has properties shown to inhibit tumor growth Vitamin D- Research shows that Vitamin D may work to inhibit tumor growth . Zinc (plus Copper)- Zinc promotes a healthy immune system. It works against hormonal imbalances and fibroid conditions and symptoms.it plays a role in hormone production by increasing progesterone and lowering estrogen. Cooper is needed to balance zinc; supplement with 3mg daily . . . . . #fibroidsupplements #uterinefibroids #fibroidawarenessmonth #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blacknutritionist #ukwomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #africanwomen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #periodpositive #hormonebalance #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth

Black women buy and use more beauty products than any other demographic-EWG . 1 in 8 of 82,000 ingredients used in personal care products are industrial chemicals including carcinogens, pesticides, reproductive toxins and hormone disruptors- David Suzuki . Compared with white women, women of color have higher levels of beauty productrelated environmental chemicals in their bodies, independent of socioeconomic status- the American Journal of of Obstetrics & Gynecology... . Health effects include infertility and the reproductive complications, poor immunity, allergies, gut issues, neurological conditions, organ damage, sluggish organs . Studies by EWG concluded that there are less products without toxic ingredients available to black women . Reducing toxins is something we have to start to get serious about when it comes to improving not only hormone health but our overall health . . . . . #toxinsout #bipoc #blackhairproducts #naturalproducts #veganproducts #melaninpoppin #melaninpoppin #hormonalhealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #blacknutritionist #torontowomen #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanamerican #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #atlantahealth #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomenshealth See more

When I became a pilates instructor I never felt like it was a space that was not for me. Perhaps this is from a lifetime of always being a minority in spaces I frequent. I never felt uncomfortable. I taught to rooms of predominately white women, and always felt welcomed, even as a member I still felt welcomed. But my experience is not the experience of many women of colour . As I spoke to black women outside of work about my profession I quickly learned; unlike myself, many... felt they did not belong. Many felt that they wanted to try it but felt awkward or uncomfortable as a minority and a newbie to pilates and many straight up felt that it wasn’t for black people. . For all those who feel like this I want to tell you health is for you. Holistic health is for you. Physical health is for you. Mental health is for you. Mindful eating is for you. Caring and prioritizing your wellbeing is for you. It’s always been for you . Have you, family and friends, strangers ever made you feel unwanted, uncomfortable, unsure of your wellness choices? Lets discuss share your story below...so we begin to normalize health and wellness for all women . . . . #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #periodhealth #minoritymentalhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #torontopilates #blacknutritionist #minorityhealth #torontoyoga #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairqueens #caribbeanamerican #africanwomen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #periodpositive #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

LETS DO THIS: Get out of our comfort zone . Get out of our head... . Get out of our own way . And not let the fear of the unknown stop us from achieving health . . This weekend take some time to visualize a healthy you. What does optimal health look and feel like. Tell me how healthy you feels. Zone in on that feel. Let that feel be your motivation . Forget the not so comfy zone, the unknown, the fear and go after that feel . LET ME HELP . In August Im taking on 4 new clients for 1-on-1 nutritional consultation. Using the healing power of foods we work to correct hormone imbalances that are stopping you from getting to that visualized you. . DM me your visualized you, include your goals, your hiccups, your questions and anything else you want me know! In August I will be taking on 4 new clients; helping them use food and natural methods to heal their hormones and get to that FEEL! . . . . . #hormonalhealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #blacknutritionist #torontowomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #miamiwomen #stomachissues #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #atlantahealth #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

By changing what we eat we can see drastic changes with PMS and PMDD. Nutrition makes a huge differencedon’t sleep on it! . Through nutrition we can work to balance hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and insulin which will help alleviate the symptoms of PMS and PMDD . Here are foods we can remove and add to find relief:... . Reduce/Remove: sugar, dairy, caffeine, alcohol . Add: brussel sprouts, cabbage broccoli, collard greens, cauliflower, clean water, fibrous foods (veggies, chia seeds, flaxseeds, beans and legumes, nuts and seeds, grains), eat organic as much as possible . What have you removed or added to your diet that help you see a change with PMS or PMDD? . . . . . #pms #pmdd #pmssymtoms #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #hormonebalance #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blackwomenshealth #ukwomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #blackmiami #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #blackatlanta #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen See more

2020 has been a a hell of of a weird ass year and it’s only 6 months in! For many of us this year has been a rollercoaster ride leaving us like as we try to navigate a new world and new life by creating new routines. . Through all of this our poor hormones have tried to cope as well. The change in eating, sleeping, stress levels, emotions they have endured it all. One of the best things we can do for ourselves and our hormones is create a routine. Here are some si...mple ways we can do that in the new world: . Go to bed and wake up up the same time everydayeven weekends! (Ok fine you may deviate 30minutes) . Plan meals in advance, take it a step further and meal prepthis can alleviate lots of stress especially when we are cooking for others as well . Plan your day the night before. If we can see it we are more likely to do it. Include 1 to 2 stress alleviating tasks that you like to do . See, I kept it short and sweet. Tag someone who needs helps keeping a routine and let me know what you’ve been doing to keep a routine and stay sane! . . . . . #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #hormonebalance #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blacknutritionist #ukwomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairwomen #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #indigenouswomen #africanwomen #melaninwoman #blackmiami #melaninqueen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #blackatlanta #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more

PROCESSED MEAT-depending o what country you are in hormones are found in processed meat which can alter the natural balance of hormones in our body. Animal protein; especially red meat can be particularly difficult for the body to digest and for the liver to process, which is are main organ of elimination . REFINED SUGAR AND CARBS- Foods such as white sugar, white bread, white rice, pasta, refined pastries can cause weight gain and increase estrogen levels which can lead to ...a growth in fibroid sizes . CAFFEINE- Caffeine can put stress on your liver, adrenals and pancreas, sending your hormones out of balance . ALCOHOL- Alcohol can lead to a compromised immune system as well as create inflammation in the body . DAIRY PRODUCTS-depending on what country you are in hormones and antibiotics are found in dairy products. Cows are also fed GMO crops. All can through off your hormone balance . Other foods that should be removed include soy, sodium (reduce intake), artificial sweeteners, sugary drinks, trans-fat. These foods can disrupt your endocrine system, tax your liver and create dysbiosis in your gut. All three are very important in balancing hormones; to help reduce the size of fibroids and the symptoms. . If you have fibroids; are there any foods on this list you consume regularly and will work to remove? . . . . #uterinefibroids #fibroidawarenessmonth #fibroids #hormonalhealth #hormonehealth #periodhealth #womensupportingwomen #blackhealth #menstrualhealth #menstrualcycle #blacknutritionist #ukwomen #minorityhealth #blackgirlsrock #blackfitnesswomen #blackgirlmagic #naturalhairqueens #indigenouswomen #caribbeanwomen #africanwomen #torontowomen #africanamericans #blackfitnessqueens #periodpositive #hormonebalance #hormoneimbalance #africanamericanwomen #blackwomanhood #blackwomenshealth See more