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Hey you wonderful health enthusiast D . Here and today we're diving into a topic that's got me seriously concerned , both as a health expert and a woman and a mother Early monarchy . It's going to be a short episode and I'm going to be really to the point . And if that term sounds like medical jargon , don't worry , I'm about to break it down for you in plain English . But trust me , this isn't just about periods starting sooner . This is about our daughters , our sisters , our friends and our own long-term health . So grab a cup of tea , get comfy . It's just going to be a few minutes long , but we're going to have a real talk about what's happening to our bodies .

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How many of you remember getting your first period ? Maybe it was a surprise , maybe you were super prepared , but I'm willing to bet most of you were around 12 years old or 13 . And that used to be the norm . But lately I've been hearing and seeing more and more girls starting their periods as young as nine years old , 10 years old but that's very young and that , my friend , is not a blip on the radar . It is a massive shift with potentially huge health consequences . So I dove into the research . As usual , you know me , and here's a wake-up call . I'm going to talk to you about the science-backed information and I want us to together dive into the research . So there was a major study published in JAMA in 2020 that found that early menarche is associated with increased risk of all-cause mortality . That means that girls who start menstruating earlier may have shorter lifespans overall . But it's not just about the lifespan , it's also about the quality of life , too . There's research from the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism that was published in 2017 that linked early menarche to a laundry list of health issues , from heart disease to stroke , to high blood pressure , to type 2 diabetes and even certain cancers like breast cancer and ovarian cancer . And it doesn't stop there Girls who experience early menarche also are more likely to struggle with mental health issues like depression and anxiety . Basically , what I'm presenting to you is a domino effect that early period is getting . Your early period is setting off . It's setting off a cascade of health problems later in life . So I want to talk about what is driving the early monarchy .

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Let's get into the cause . What is causing this alarming trend ? It's not just one thing . It is the perfect storm of factors . We have the obesity crisis . We all know that we're in the midst of an obesity epidemic , right ? It's not just affecting adults , though .

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Increased body fat in girls leads to higher levels of estrogen , and that's a hormone that triggers menstruation . There was a 2013 study in pediatrics that even showed how specific body fat measurements could predict early menarche , and to me , that's a really sobering reality check . There are environmental toxins . Think about all the chemicals we are exposed to on a daily basis . Some of these , like those found in pesticides and plastics , are known to be endocrine disruptors . They mess with your hormones , potentially tricking a young girl's body into starting puberty too soon . There's sugar overload right , those sugary cereals , the sodas , the processed snacks . They're not just bad for our waistlines , they can spike insulin levels , which messes then with other hormones and can kickstart puberty way earlier than it should . There's stress and trauma . Research is revealing a big link between early stress and early monarchy , and this is heartbreaking to me to think that trauma can have such a lasting impact on a young girl's body .

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I don't want to leave you with that . I want us to take action . What can we actually do so ? I don't want to leave you feeling helpless . I want us to take action . What can we actually do so ? I don't want to leave you feeling helpless . I know that's pretty much what you're feeling right now Same here but we can actually make a difference . Here's what I want you to start doing Prioritize healthy weight .

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Let's focus on healthy eating habits and regular exercise for our girls . Not just about weight loss , but it's really about overall wellbeing . Help her choose real food . Help her ditch the processed junk and opt for nutrient dense foods . Our bodies and our hormones will thank you . Our bodies will thank us . Detox your life . Be mindful of the products you use Organic when possible .

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Okay , I'm not big on that , but I try . We want to just decrease the exposure to harmful chemicals . And then we want to manage our stress . We need to teach our kids how to cope with stress , whether it's yoga or meditation or spending time in nature . Just take your kids to nature , or meditation or spending time in nature . Just take your kids to nature . Our mental health is just as important as our physical health .

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Now , if you're looking for a supportive community and expert guidance on how to navigate all this , so of course Bodyholic is here for you . There's even a text me link where I'm going to get back to you with resources . There's a beautiful community in Bodyholic , but there is more and I can link you to them . Let me know if I can help Remember that knowledge is power , and the more we understand about early monarchy , the better equipped we are to protect our girls and ourselves . So let's keep the conversation going and let's empower each other to really make healthy choices . Thank you so much for tuning in to Bodyholic with Dee . Don't forget to subscribe . You never want to miss an episode . I get into whatever is real , whatever is serious and whatever I need you to hear . So please subscribe and share and until next time , stay strong and healthy and remember that your body is your temple , so treat it with love .