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57 - Heather Allmendinger - Body Literacy: Reclaiming Health Insight
March 27, 2025 · 21 min

In this eye-opening episode of Embracing Flow, host Heather Allmendinger tackles the marginalized subject of fertility awareness and body literacy. Heather discusses the shortcomings of traditional health education, which often reduces the menstrual cycle to simply a tool for reproduction and birth control. She shares personal stories and insights about the importance of understanding the menstrual cycle beyond fertilization, highlighting how it serves as a vital health marker. Heather emphasizes the need for broader education and systemic change, encouraging listeners to embrace cyclical living as a means to better advocate for their overall health. Tune in to explore how fertility awareness can transform your relationship with your body and optimize your well-being.

00:00 Introduction to Embracing Flow

00:38 The Gap in Body Literacy Education

03:23 Redefining Fertility Awareness

05:02 The Importance of Ovulation Beyond Reproduction

07:46 Personal Journey and Discoveries

10:51 The Cultural and Systemic Blind Spot

14:24 Empowering Through Knowledge

19:02 Conclusion and Call to Action

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