How Jasmine Rebuilt Her Relationship with Food and Hormones

In this episode of the PCOS Repair Podcast, I’m excited to share Jasmine’s story, a former patient whose struggles with PCOS, body image, and burnout may sound all too familiar. Jasmine’s experience reflects the pressure many women feel to constantly push harder, dieting, overtraining, and trying to force their bodies into submission, only to feel like they’re getting nowhere. If you've ever felt like your efforts weren’t enough or your body was working against you, this episode offers a powerful shift in perspective and practical encouragement. When Your Body Says "Enough": The Turning Point At just 26, Jasmine felt completely burned out. Her periods had stopped, her energy was gone, and her hair was thinning. Despite years of eating “good” and intense workouts, her body felt like it was shutting down. Lab results revealed exactly that, low estrogen and progesterone, nutrient deficiencies, and sky-high stress hormones. But instead of labeling her body as broken, Jasmine began to understand that her symptoms were signals. Her body wasn’t failing, it was crying out for help. Rebuilding from the Inside Out: Food, Movement, and Mindset In this episode, you’ll discover what Jasmine did differently that finally helped her make lasting progress. How she stopped eliminating things from her diet and began nourishing her body instead. How her exercise routine shifted from punishment to partnership with her body. Along the way, she dismantled the shame and perfectionism that had fueled her yo-yo cycles for years. She didn’t do it perfectly, but she kept showing up for herself in a new, more supportive way. The Power of Listening to Your Body One of the most inspiring parts of Jasmine’s story is how her emotional transformation mirrored her physical healing. As her cycle returned, her energy lifted, and her hair thickened, she also began to feel like herself again—confident, calm, and empowered. She stopped measuring her worth by her weight or workouts and started tuning in to what actually made her feel strong, alive, and aligned with her body. That’s the magic of healing from PCOS, not just fixing symptoms, but building a relationship with your body that’s rooted in trust and care. If you’ve been stuck in patterns of restriction, shame, or frustration, this episode is your reminder that you are not broken. You don’t need to try harder, instead listen, support, and nourish. Jasmine’s story shows what’s possible when you stop fighting your body and begin to work with it. Healing may not be fast, but it is possible, and it starts with intention, not perfection. You’ll walk away from this episode with a renewed sense of hope and clarity for your own PCOS journey. You can take the quiz to discover your root cause here Let’s continue the conversation on Instagram! What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have? The full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at: https://nourishedtohealthy.com/ep-166