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SHANNON Leparski

Hi! I'm Shannon, a Certified Hormone Specialist and plant based blogger living in Chicago. I help women heal their bodies bodies from the inside out and balance their hormones naturally through a plant based diet and lifestyle. Let me guide you through it, so you can glow from within and feel the best you've ever felt!

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I think the unknown is the real stressor right now

I think the unknown is the real stressor right now. I can imagine this will impact many of our cycles in some way. stressful situations trigger an adrenaline rush which signals the pituitary gland to produce ACTH. this triggers your adrenals to push out #cortisol. we know of cortisol as the fight or flight hormone (& the “pro-aging” hormone). we need cortisol in small amounts but not in the chronically high amounts at this time. I know you don’t want to hear this but its important to recognize when we are in this fight or flight state and how we choose to handle it because as long as your brain continues to perceive something as dangerous or stressful, your adrenals will push out cortisol. this can lead to HPA-axis dysregulation (a communication break down between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland and adrenals as they become desensitized to the constant release of stress hormones) which can lead to total burnout, irregular cycles, anovulation, PMS symptoms, etc. it pushes non-essential tasks like ovulation to the side. this majorly impacts hormone balance as ovulation is THE most important part of the cycle. this is your body’s way of protecting you in the hopes that you will slow down (which we all need). the tips I include below will switch your body into the parasympathetic “healing” mode.
ALTER YOUR STRESS RESPONSE:
• balance blood sugar with every meal (include a healthy fat, protein, complex carb and lots of greens)
• you may feel drawn to eating more at this time which is normal! honor your body and do your best. try to avoid sugar or make some of my sugar-free recipes on the blog
• move your body in some way (I’m LOVING @melissawoodhealth workouts right now, daily walking with my pup and yoga
• read to escape
• practice gratitude every single day
• laugh more! watch funny dog videos, funny shows, etc.
• reduce caffeine. I’m only drinking decaf coffee at this time but I am enjoying some tequila and red wine
• epsom salt baths
• regular orgasms to flush cortisol!
• actually relaxing when you are tired instead of pushing through
• organize and clean your home
• have a good therapeutic cry

#quarantined donut holes 🍩 these cuties are NEW

#quarantined donut holes 🍩 these cuties are NEW on the blog! idk about you, but being in the kitchen is a nice therapeutic distraction for me right now. these ‘quick cinnamon sugar donut holes’ are vegan, gluten free and sugar free thanks to @lakanto! they’re one-bowl and no bake too. little chewy bites of heaven! we all need some yummy treats, am I right?! And how fun to make with little ones! recipe on >> theglowingfridge.com #vegandonuts

it feels kind of weird to be posting recipes right

it feels kind of weird to be posting recipes right now... but we still need healthy snacks, right?! 😅 when I’m feeling anxious, cooking and being in the kitchen is my therapy. this ‘vegan cashew beet snack dip’ is tangy, creamy, luscious and BEAUTIFUL 💗 and no, it’s not hummus! it’s better. most of all, it’s easy and only 7 ingredients. I like to serve with jicama, cucumber and rice crackers! new recipe can be found on theglowingfridge.com ⭐️ staycalm #eathealthysnacks

just a reminder 🌙 what you eat, drink or do tod

just a reminder 🌙 what you eat, drink or do today will have an effect on your cycle 3 months from now. This is due to the hundred-day journey that I talk about often. It means being consistent with your healthy eating, healthy mindset, healthy sleep patterns, etc is important because you are putting coins in the bank for your hormones 3 months from now. this is also why you want to give your body at least 3 months to see changes or improvements from a new supplement, lifestyle change or from getting off birth control, medications, etc.
why is this?
it takes 100 days for a follicle to mature from its inactive state to being mature enough for ovulation. A healthy period and menstrual cycle requires healthy follicles. so let’s say you’re having a really difficult period this month… think back to 3 months ago. were you super stressed? did you move or change jobs? did you go through a break-up? were you drinking more or eating more junk than usual? this affects the health of your follicles! I LOVE shining some light on this topic because we often don’t think or connect the dots in this way. just a little monday inspiration for healthy, happy hormones and periods! #happyhormones #menstrualcycle

what tahini dreams are made of.. ☁️🦄 I’m

what tahini dreams are made of.. ☁️🦄 I’m always craving these scrumptious and EASY cookies from the blog >> tahini chocolate chunk cookies << and they sound especially good on fridayssss 🍪🍪🍪 theglowingfridge.com 💗 #cookiemonster #vegancookies

I’m giving away TWO of my books! One for you and

I’m giving away TWO of my books! One for you and your bestie, coworker, sister or whoever! To read and implement TOGETHER 🙏🏻💕 it’s so much more fun when you do it with someone else, and you can be accountable for each other. Comment below with who you want to win a copy of The Happy Hormone Guide with!! I’m trying to do more giveaways because I know buying a book is not in everyone’s budget, too. U.S. only! I will pick the winners tomorrow. 😘💗! #giveawaycontest

Shannon is a health enthusiast and plant based nutrition advocate, living in Chicago. She studied Health and Fitness at Purdue University and loves everything about the plant based vegan lifestyle, especially creating colorful, nourishing, happy hormone recipes in her kitchen. Read More…

MENSTRUAL PHASE RECIPES

Quick Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Vegan Veggie Fritters

1-Minute Vegan Nutella

Watermelon Peach Popsicles

Watermelon Peach Popsicles

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