[#115] The Truth About Endometriosis: Beyond Pain Management with Endonaturopath Kimberly Kushner

If your period pain has you canceling plans, calling out of work, or living on a heating pad for three days straight - this isn't "just how periods are." It's time we talked about endometriosis.

In this episode, I'm sitting down with naturopath Kimberly Kushner (@endonaturopath), who brings 25 years of lived experience with endo plus the clinical expertise to back it up. This conversation goes deeper than "take birth control and deal with it", we're talking about the five pillars that actually move the needle, why surgery alone isn't enough, and what your doctor probably never told you about this complex condition affecting 1 in 10 women.

We dive into the real origins of endometriosis, including why those endometrial-like cells may have been deposited in utero (before you were even born), the role of retrograde menstruation and immune dysfunction, and why this isn't a "lifestyle disease" - though lifestyle absolutely impacts how you experience it. Kimberly breaks down what conventional medicine gets wrong, from relying solely on birth control and pain management to the crucial difference between ablation vs. excision surgery, why a hysterectomy won't cure your endo unless you also have adenomyosis, and the red flags to watch for when advocating for proper care.

We get into practical tools you can use today for acute pain management beyond heat packs—somatic therapy, counter pressure, herbal support, anti-inflammatory and low-histamine nutrition approaches, and why it takes three full cycles to see real change.

This episode is not medical advice, so as always take what you learn to your health practitioners before making decisions for your own personal health journey :)

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Endometriosis and Holistic Health

07:05 Kimberly Kushner's Personal Journey with Endometriosis

14:32 Understanding Endometriosis: Symptoms and Diagnosis

20:42 The Role of Hormones and the Immune System

28:28 Managing Symptoms: Pain Relief and Lifestyle Changes

36:08 Surgical Options and Misconceptions

41:46 Advocating for Yourself: Finding the Right Care

47:45 Success Stories and Hope for Women with Endo

01:03:06 Final Thoughts and Connection with Kimberly Kushner

Connect with Kimberly

• Visit Her Website
• Watch Her Free Masterclass
• Follow Her on IG @endonaturopath

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