Why do so many women feel exhausted, dismissed, or confused about their health?

Why are painful periods, chronic fatigue, and burnout so often labeled “normal”?

And how did women’s hormones go so long without being properly studied?

 

In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with integrative medicine doctor and hormone expert Dr. Amy Shah for an honest, grounding conversation about women’s hormones, stress, and the gaps in modern healthcare. Together, they explore why so many women struggle to get real answers, how stress and cortisol quietly shape our health, and what it actually means to support hormones in a sustainable way.

 

From period pain and hormone testing to gut health, nutrition, perimenopause, and burnout, this episode breaks down complex science into language that feels accessible, validating, and empowering. Dr. Shah shares why there is no single “magic fix” for hormone balance—and why listening to your body, supporting your nervous system, and nourishing your gut can make a meaningful difference over time.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why many hormone tests don’t reflect what women are actually experiencing
Which symptoms women are taught to ignore—but shouldn’t
How stress and cortisol affect women differently than men
Why gut health and nutrition play a major role in hormone balance
What actually helps support hormones without extreme diets or trends

 

This conversation isn’t about quick fixes or perfection—it’s about understanding your body, questioning what you’ve been taught to tolerate, and learning how to support your health with more awareness and compassion.

 

Follow Dr. Amy Shah:

https://amymdwellness.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@dramyshah/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshahmd/

https://www.facebook.com/amyshahmd

 

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Why do so many women feel exhausted, dismissed, or confused about their health?
Why are painful periods, chronic fatigue, and burnout so often labeled &ldquo;normal&rdquo;?
And how did women&rsquo;s hormones go so long without being properly studied?
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In this episode of A Really Good Cry, Radhi sits down with integrative medicine doctor and hormone expert Dr. Amy Shah for an honest, grounding conversation about women&rsquo;s hormones, stress, and the gaps in modern healthcare. Together, they explore why so many women struggle to get real answers, how stress and cortisol quietly shape our health, and what it actually means to support hormones in a sustainable way.
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From period pain and hormone testing to gut health, nutrition, perimenopause, and burnout, this episode breaks down complex science into language that feels accessible, validating, and empowering. Dr. Shah shares why there is no single &ldquo;magic fix&rdquo; for hormone balance&mdash;and why listening to your body, supporting your nervous system, and nourishing your gut can make a meaningful difference over time.
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In this episode, you&rsquo;ll learn:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why many hormone tests don&rsquo;t reflect what women are actually experiencing</li>
<li aria-level="1">Which symptoms women are taught to ignore&mdash;but shouldn&rsquo;t</li>
<li aria-level="1">How stress and cortisol affect women differently than men</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why gut health and nutrition play a major role in hormone balance</li>
<li aria-level="1">What actually helps support hormones without extreme diets or trends</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
This conversation isn&rsquo;t about quick fixes or perfection&mdash;it&rsquo;s about understanding your body, questioning what you&rsquo;ve been taught to tolerate, and learning how to support your health with more awareness and compassion.
&nbsp;
Follow Dr. Amy Shah:
<a href="https://amymdwellness.com/">https://amymdwellness.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@dramyshah/">https://www.youtube.com/@dramyshah/</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dramyshah/">https://www.instagram.com/dramyshah/</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshahmd/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshahmd/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/amyshahmd">https://www.facebook.com/amyshahmd</a>
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Follow Radhi:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/">https://www.instagram.com/radhidevlukia/</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWe9A4kMf9V_AHOXkGhCzQ</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/">https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/</a>
<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia">https://www.tiktok.com/@radhidevlukia</a>

This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!

There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective. 

Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more. 

This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!
There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective. 
Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more.

A Really Good Cry

This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!
There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective. 
Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more.

Dr. Amy Shah On Hormones, Cortisol & Why You’re So Tired

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/f6e6221b-d591-42d4-8d7a-b3fb006def18/transcript