In this episode, Sonya sits down with Pauline Cox MSC who is a woman´s health specialist, functional nutritionist, author, and co-founder of low-carb specialists Sow & Arrow. Pauline explains how anyone can use food to heal and rebalance their body. Including how to mitigate the potential damage of hormonal contraceptives.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Food impacts at a cellular and mitochondrial level. It can heal.
It is never too late to start eating properly.
See food as a healing source. It is medicine as well as fuel.
A healthy liver is vital for controlling cholesterol.
Learn to manage your blood sugar. It impacts cravings, mood, and hunger.
Bread and other non-sweet foods can spike blood sugar.
A healthy gut microbiome improves mental health.
Many people lack omega 3. There is a plant-based form available.
Eat gut-friendly foods - Pauline explains how.
Hormonal changes put women at a higher risk of neurodegenerative conditions. The right nutrition can reduce that risk.
Optimising detox pathways plays a vital role in reducing the risk of female cancers.
Small positive changes add up to quickly improve your health.

BEST MOMENTS:

“When you choose foods, think ... This isn't just fuel; this is adding to my health.”
“Our bodies are incredibly intelligent and very forgiving.”
“It´s actually the carbs and the sugar that´s doing you harm.”

VALUABLE RESOURCES:

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Website: https://sowandarrow.com/ 
Book: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Pauline-C...

Pauline Cox MSc

A functional nutritionist, award-winning author, and co-founder of low-carb specialists Sow & Arrow.
With a passion for integrating ancient wisdom with modern medicine, Pauline has extensive knowledge of human science and alternative medicine. Having studied for her first Bachelor of Science in Anatomical Science at the University of Bristol, Pauline went on to study Physiotherapy at the University of West of England. Following a career in Physiotherapy, specialising in musculoskeletal pain and women’s health, Pauline went on to study for a Master’s at the University of Bristol in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health.

ABOUT THE HOST:

Sonya Morton-Firth has a history of reinventing herself and is known as the Queen of Transformation. She is living proof that whatever your age, with the right mindset, you can live your dreams. 

For 17 years, she was a high-flying international sales executive working out of the City of London. She was highly successful but NOT fulfilled, so decided to pursue her passion for health and fitness. Transforming herself into a physique athlete, personal trainer, and fitness fashion brand owner. At the age of 44, Sonya was able to compete against 20-year-olds in bodybuilding competitions.  

Realising that her true passion was helping others to fulfil their potential, Sonya turned to the world´s best personal growth experts for advice and once more transformed herself. Today, she is one of the UK´s leading self-development coaches, as well as the host of The Sonya Morton-Firth Show podcast and YouTube channel. With the help of her hundreds of expert guests, she equips her audience with the knowledge they need to transform their health, mindset and lives. 

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