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Shear Wellness offers personalized 1:1 nutrition support for women, focusing on hormone and gut health.

Using a root-cause approach, we help you restore hormonal balance and heal your gut naturally through sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes.

01/27/2026

Blood, saliva, or urine — which hormone testing method is right for you?

➡️ Swipe through for a breakdown of the 3 main testing types and what they can reveal about your hormone health.

🙋🏻‍♀️ Questions? DM me “TEST” to learn more about which one is right for you!

01/21/2026

It’s not a matter of willpower.

You’re not failing when popular diets or wellness trends don’t work. What works for one body may not work for another.

For example, if you have:

⚡️Insulin resistance (root cause of PCOS) → HIIT, lower carb, supplements like inositol

⚡️Chronic stress / high cortisol → gentle stress-reducing movement, carbs 3-5 hours before sleep, adaptogens like ashwagandha, reduce caffeine

⚡️Impaired detox / estrogen dominance → eliminate dairy, green tea over coffee, ground flaxseeds, healthy carbs + fats + protein at each meal

⚡️Gut issues

Dysbiosis → high fiber diet, specific strains of probiotics (based on underlying cause), focus on reducing stress

IBS → possibly low fructose and lactose-free diet, cooked veggies over raw

Leaky gut → possibly gluten-free diet or tailored elimination diet, butyrate (found in ghee), increase zinc-rich foods (red meat, oysters, pumpkin seeds), limit foods high in phytates b/c can inhibit zinc absorption, avoid certain spices (cayenne pepper, paprika)

A root-cause approach looks at your symptoms, labs, lifestyle, and goals to build a plan that actually supports your body—rather than chasing random trends.

✨ Doing everything “right” and still stuck?

➡️ Click on the links in my bio to learn more about 1:1 personalized holistic nutrition support or book a free 15-minute intro call.

01/15/2026

Your hormone and gut health start with what’s on your plate 🥗

Swipe for some of the top foods to eat for balanced hormones, better digestion, and detox support.

01/08/2026

Your hormones feel off… now what?

Here’s a breakdown of what to eat and where to focus for different hormone patterns — like low estrogen, high androgens, low progesterone, and high cortisol — so you can take action and start feeling more like yourself.

You don’t have to do it all at once. Pick one small change this week, start there, and save this post for reference.

Need 1:1 guidance? Just reach out 🤍

12/18/2025

Hormone imbalances don’t happen randomly.

If your hormones feel “off,” your body is usually responding to something. ⤵️

Stress, blood sugar swings, nutrient gaps, sleep disruption, inflammation, gut dysfunction, or environmental exposures can all play a role.

Hormone balance isn’t about doing more or being stricter. It’s about supporting the foundations your body needs to produce, regulate, and use hormones properly. 🫶🏼

🔎 Swipe through to learn some of the most common and often overlooked drivers of hormone imbalance, and why addressing the root cause matters more than chasing symptoms.

Save this for later and share with someone who’s been told their labs are “normal” but still doesn’t feel like themselves. 💗

12/16/2025

🥣 Hormone-friendly breakfast, made simple

Breakfast is one of the most important meals for hormone health.

It helps stabilize blood sugar, keeps cortisol in check, and sets the tone for your energy all morning.

This bowl is packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and phytonutrients to support hormones naturally:

✨ Cocojune yogurt – dairy-free, probiotic-rich base for digestion
✨ Plant protein powder – supports stable energy and blood sugar
✨ Ground flaxseeds – rich in lignans to support healthy estrogen metabolism
✨ Pomegranate seeds – full of phytonutrients that help reduce inflammation
✨ Chopped walnuts & almond butter – healthy fats to keep you satisfied

Full recipe:

1. Scoop 1/2 cup plain Cocojune yogurt into a bowl.
2. Stir in 1/2 serving Truvani vanilla protein powder.
3. Mix in 1–2 tbsp ground flaxseeds.
4. Top with pomegranate seeds, chopped walnuts, and a drizzle of unsweetened almond butter.

Enjoy!

10/09/2025

Inflammation and hormone imbalances can have many different root causes, and sometimes the standard labs your doctor orders don’t tell the full story.

If your results come back “normal” but you’re still dealing with symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, weight changes, or irregular/painful periods, it may be worth asking for additional testing.

And remember: labs are only one piece of the puzzle. You’re so much more than a set of numbers on a page.

If something feels off, it isn’t “just in your head.” Trust your gut, ask questions, and don’t be afraid to advocate for yourself.

You know your body better than anyone else 💛

10/07/2025

Ok, I know I’ve said it before, but I’m gonna say it again…

Stress has a VERY real physical impact on our health and hormones!

You can be doing all the right things…

Eating “clean”, walking 10k steps daily, strength training 2x a week, getting 25-30g of protein at every meal, hitting the sauna…

And still feel off if your stress response is in overdrive.

Here are just a few of the ways chronic stress can sabotage all your efforts:

1️⃣ lowers melatonin (say goodbye to quality sleep)
2️⃣ increases inflammation
3️⃣ blocks ovulation and disrupts menstrual cycle
4️⃣ slows thyroid function
5️⃣ disrupts microbiome (can lead to dysbiosis and leaky gut)
6️⃣ raises DHEA and DHEAS levels (which contribute to PCOS and its symptoms)
7️⃣ increases ghrelin (which makes you hungrier)

What can you do about it?

🧘🏻‍♀️practice deep breathing or mediation daily
🏃🏻‍♀️move your body in a way that feels good
💤get 7-9 hours or sleep each night
⏳take short breaks during the day to reset
🌿get outside
📵take a break from checking emails or scrolling before bed
💛spend time with supportive people (or pets 🐶)

09/30/2025

Glow from the inside out with this simple, refreshing salad ✨

Why it’s a fave:

🥕 Carrots = beta-carotene → Vitamin A → supports gut lining + protects and hydrates skin

🌱 Fennel = prebiotic fiber → fuels good gut bacteria, reduces bloating, keeps digestion smooth

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Shaved Carrot and Fennel Salad

Ingredients:

1 bunch rainbow carrots, shaved
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced

Dressing: whisk together
 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp maple syrup ~2 tbsp Dijon mustard Juice of 1 lemon Pinch of sea salt

Enjoy!

08/18/2025

Feeling like your hormones might be off but not quite sure? ⤵️

It can be tricky to recognize hormone imbalances if you’re not sure what to even look for.

Swipe to see a breakdown of common hormone imbalances, their symptoms, and root causes.

Ready to feel like yourself again? DM me to learn more about how I can help. 💛

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