Dr. Shawn Tassone is a double board certified OB/GYN and the creator of the world's first Integrative Hormonal Mapping System. He joins JJ in today's podcast episode to talk about his holistic approach to restoring women's hormonal health. Listen as Dr. Shawn shares the most common hormonal imbalances he sees in his practice and how his innovative mapping system can help you discover your hormone type. Dr. Shawn also explains his 6-step SHINES method to balancing your hormones, including the simple shifts you can incorporate into your routine to help you optimize your hormones and feel your very best. Dr. Shawn understands that everyone’s body is different, and every woman has a hormonal narrative that deserves to be heard! Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Dr. Shawn Tassone’s free Integrative Hormonal Mapping System quiz by going to JJVirgin.com/drshawn. Plus, you can use the code JJVIRGIN to get Dr. Shawn’s 7-Day Hormone Reset plan for free. Main Points From Today’s Episode 1. Every woman has a hormonal narrative that deserves to be heard! Normal isn’t always normal, and everyone’s body is different. 2. Dr. Shawn is the creator of the world's first Integrative Hormonal Mapping System. His quiz helps you discover your hormone type and how to take back your hormonal health. 3. Dr. Shawn’s 6-Step SHINES method includes simple steps you can incorporate into your routine to optimize your hormones. 80% of your map consists of self-care strategies that can be implemented on your own. Episode Play-By-Play [1:57] Dr. Shawn Tassone’s career briefing [4:02] How Dr. Shawn became an expert in bioidentical hormones and women’s hormonal health [5:39] Every woman has a hormonal narrative that deserves to be heard. [6:37] Normal isn’t always normal: everyone is different. [7:40] Estrogen dominance is one of the most common hormonal imbalances that Dr. Shawn sees. [8:50] Dr. Shawn calls testosterone deficiency “the plague of the 21st century.” [10:16] How does Dr. Shawn’s Integrative Hormonal Mapping System work? [12:30] Once you discover your hormone type, 80% of your map consists of self-care strategies that can be implemented on your own. [15:11] The 6-Step SHINES method [16:55] For Dr. Shawn, eating right and including intermittent fasting in his routine make the biggest difference in his life. [19:32] Too much healthy food is unhealthy! [21:10] Get Dr. Shawn’s free Integrative Hormonal Mapping System quiz to help you discover your hormone type. [22:55] One of the number one reasons that people have food intolerances is due to a leaky gut. Check out JJ’s Leaky Gut Support today! [23:36] Listener’s’ question: Will CBD ever replace antidepressants? [24:26] Depression can be a symptom of low thyroid function, as well as low estrogen levels. [24:30] It’s key to optimize your vitamin D levels and take vitamin K along with vitamin D. [25:15] Be sure you’re getting at least 2 grams of quality fish oil per day. [25:45] Exercising and connecting with others can go a long way toward reducing symptoms of depression. Mentioned in this episode: Leaky Gut Support Vitamin D Plus Omega Ultra Omega Upgrade Holistic Mental Health with Dr. Kelly Brogan JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube