Welcome back to the Happily Hormonal Podcast. In this episode, I have Dr. Heather Rhodes as my co-host, and we’re talking about our five favorite tips to nourish for a healthy, happy metabolism. When we're talking about metabolism, we’re talking about happy hormones as well. Make sure to go back and listen to the last episode if you missed that one on metabolism, why it affects your hormones, and how it's really everything in your body. How do you know what your calorie needs are to maintain or lose weight vs gain? What does it really look like to eat well & consistently? These are questions we’ll answer for you today!We’re going to give you some of our favorite steps to move towards a happy metabolism and happy hormones, mood & period as well. We’ll cover the types of foods and calories needed to fuel your body, how often to eat, and how making these changes can help you achieve a healthy metabolism over time. In this episode:[01:47] Eating enough calories and eating consistently[7:45] How to gradually increase daily calories (if needed!) to improve your metabolism[13:15] The importance of having good quality carbs and protein in every meal[17:46] Why we should avoid consuming oils with polyunsaturated fatty acids and recommendations for healthier sources of saturated fats Resources- Cronometer App - Free hormone balance guide- Nourish Your Hormones Course- Apply to work 1:1 with Leisha HEREConnect with LeishaInstagram: @leishadrewsWebsite: abundant-lifewellness.comConnect with HeatherInstagram: @drheatherrhodesWebsite: www.drheatherrhodes.com