7 Tiny Habits That Transformed My Hormones, Skin, and Sanity

No apps. No supplements. Just free + affordable things that can make all the difference in your health.

Let’s talk about the little things.
Not the $300 protocols or the biohacking gadgets or the 10-step supplement regimens. I’m talking the small, affordable shifts that made a noticeable difference in my hormones, energy, skin, and sanity.

I spent years over-obsessing, over-supplementing, and second-guessing everything—from what I ate to how I exercised to wondering if I’d be back at square one if I ate at a restaurant with seed oils... oy vey. Eventually, I realized my body didn’t need more complexity. She needed rhythm, warmth, minerals, and a sense of safety.

So here are the things that actually moved the needle for me—things I wish I had realized sooner!! These are my personal hormone “cheat codes,” and I promise, even one of them might surprise you in how good it makes you feel.

(Not medical advice—just sharing what helped me after years of trial, error, and feeling totally dismissed by conventional approaches.)

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What’s up, doc? You don’t have to spend time making the viral shaved raw carrot salad if you don’t want to. You can literally just eat a whole carrot…

I used to laugh at the idea that a raw carrot could change my hormones. But here’s what I didn’t realize: carrots contain special fibers that bind to excess estrogen in the gut so it doesn’t get reabsorbed. AKA: real detox.

Whether you shred it into a salad or eat it plain with sea salt, it’s one of the cheapest, simplest tools for hormonal acne, bloating, and estrogen dominance symptoms. It’s funny to me, sometimes, that we overcomplicate health with so many gadgets and supplements when Mother Nature has provided pretty much everything we need. And thank you, Dr. Ray Peat, the originator of the raw carrot salad!).

Tip: When you bring your bag of carrots home, don’t just throw them in that drawer in your fridge to be forgotten! Wash and peel them (the outside layer), store them in a mason jar filled with filtered water, and place them in the fridge. This way, it makes it easy for you to grab and go throughout the week, and it keeps them crisp and fresh for longer. Just remember to change the water every 4-5 days.

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This brand has the perfect ratio of minerals + added creatine!!

Waking up and reaching straight for coffee (or matcha) can feel like a power move, sure. But what you may not realize is that you’re hijacking your adrenals and asking your body to perform on stress hormones alone.

I choose to start my mornings with warm water with minerals or just a pinch of Vera Salt. Sometimes I choose to drink organic coconut water. I’ll usually do another cup of water with chlorophyll. It hydrates my cells, regulates cortisol, and will make your coffee hit better without the 11 AM crash.

Try it for a week. It’s subtle but profound. I like Seeking Health’s Optimal Electrolyte and Kaizen for those who don’t want stevia or weird flavors.

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I can’t believe you’re getting this feet pic for free??

This is one of my favorite end-of-day rituals, especially when I’m feeling puffy, inflamed, or overstimulated. It’s simple: lie flat on your back, scoot your hips as close to the wall as feels comfortable, and rest your legs vertically against it for 5–10 minutes. That’s it. No equipment. No pressure. Just you and gravity.

Here’s why it matters:
This position is called Viparita Karani in yoga, and it does a few incredibly helpful things for your body and nervous system:

• It encourages lymphatic drainage by allowing fluids that have pooled in your lower body throughout the day to recirculate, supporting detox and reducing swelling or heaviness in the legs.

• It increases venous return (aka blood flowing back to the heart), which can help regulate blood pressure and support circulation. This is especially helpful for anyone dealing with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), where blood tends to pool in the lower extremities and cause dizziness or fatigue upon standing.

• It gently stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is your body’s rest-and-repair mode. For anyone with MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) or chronic fight-or-flight activation, this practice is a gentle way to signal to your body: “You’re safe.”

I like to pair this with diaphragmatic breathing (slow inhales through the nose, long exhales through the mouth) or soft instrumental music. You’ll feel your whole system begin to calm. I sometimes do this in the morning, too—before getting up—especially if I wake up dizzy, puffy, or off-balance.

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