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Topic: Nutrition - May 02 2025
Hormone Harmony: Four Essential Nutrition Tips to Balance Hormones and Combat RED-S

Eating enough calories isn’t the only fueling behavior that’s crucial for restoring hormone balance during RED-S recovery. We spoke with VIS Expert Lindsay Cortes, MS, RD, CSSD, who explained how consistency and balance are vital, while VIS Expert Morgan Smith, PhD, CSCS, emphasized the crucial role hormones play in supporting bone health, energy levels, recovery, and overall athletic performance.

By Kate Wiser

VIS Creator

& Lindsey Cortes, MS, RD, CSSD

VIS Expert

& Morgan Smith

VIS Expert

Topic: Nutrition

May 02 2025

Hormones Feed
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) is a common issue faced by women athletes, often leading to the loss of their menstrual cycle. RED-S can result in a range of negative consequences, including fatigue, brain fog, increased risk of injuries, and poor mental health. While the most crucial factor in restoring your menstrual cycle is ensuring adequate calorie intake, other factors also play a key role in supporting hormone health. We spoke with VIS Expert, Lindsay Cortes, MS, RD, CSS...
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