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Why Women Are Undernourished | Jodi Duval on Hormones, Nutrition & Energy | HCA Talks Health

Zena Le Roux

 

Why are so many women today feeling drained, struggling with mood swings, or finding it hard to feel their best — no matter what they try? The missing link may not be willpower, but nourishment. 

In this episode of HCA Talks Health, we’re joined by Jodi Duval, Naturopathic Physician and founder of Revital Health, who has over 15 years’ experience in women’s health. Jodi unpacks why so many women are undernourished — from hormonal imbalances and nutrient deficiencies to lifestyle pressures and emotional depletion. She also shares practical strategies to restore balance, improve energy, and create sustainable wellbeing. 

🎧 Tune in to discover: 

  • The difference between being undernourished and underfed
  • How hormonal cycles impact nutrition, cravings, and energy
  • Common deficiencies women face (iron, vitamin D, and more)
  • The role of emotional and energetic nourishment in health
  • Why women often undereat, overexercise, and feel guilt around food
  • Practical steps to reset the body’s “set point” for lasting balance
  • Plus much more

Whether you’re navigating your own health journey or supporting clients as a coach, this episode will give you powerful insights into how women can reclaim energy, nourishment, and confidence.
 
⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
1:20 Why women today are undernourished
5:00 Nutritional vs emotional nourishment
9:40 How hormonal cycles affect energy and food needs
13:00 Signs and symptoms of deficiencies
17:20 The role of lifestyle, stress, and self-care
20:00 Strategies for resetting the body’s “set point”
24:00 Jodi’s holistic approach to testing and treatment
27:00 Simple daily non-negotiables for women’s health
28:00 Final thoughts & how to connect with Jodi

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