In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life Paperback – February 16, 2021

Alisa Vitti's book "In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life" is a groundbreaking guide that empowers women to harness the power of their hormones for optimal health and well-being. As someone who has struggled with hormonal imbalances and their effects, I found this book to be a game-changer.What sets "In the FLO" apart is its holistic approach to women's health, focusing on syncing daily activities with the body's natural hormonal cycles. Vitti introduces the concept of "FLO Living," a lifestyle framework designed to support each phase of the menstrual cycle—Menstrual, Follicular, Ovulatory, and Luteal—through tailored nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices.One of the book's strengths lies in its accessibility and practicality. Vitti breaks down complex hormonal science into digestible insights, making it easy for readers to understand how their hormones influence everything from energy levels to mood and productivity. She offers actionable steps and customizable plans that empower women to take control of their hormonal health.Personally, I found Vitti's insights into nutrition particularly enlightening. Her emphasis on nourishing foods that support hormonal balance, coupled with recipes and meal plans, has helped me make informed choices about what I eat to support my overall well-being."In the FLO" also addresses common health challenges such as PMS, irregular periods, and hormonal acne, providing natural strategies to alleviate symptoms and restore hormonal harmony. This holistic approach resonated with me as it encourages a deeper connection with my body and its natural rhythms.Moreover, Vitti's writing is engaging and compassionate, weaving personal anecdotes with scientific research to create a narrative that feels both relatable and informative. Her advocacy for women's health empowerment is evident throughout the book, fostering a sense of empowerment and understanding about our bodies' innate wisdom.In conclusion, "In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life" is a must-read for any woman seeking to optimize her health through a deeper understanding of her hormonal cycles. It's a comprehensive guide that not only educates but also inspires positive changes in lifestyle and mindset. Whether you're looking to alleviate hormonal symptoms or simply enhance your overall well-being, this book offers invaluable insights and practical tools to support your journey.

I immediately purchased this book after hearing Alisa on That’s So Retrograde. I was familiar with charting and had read Taking Charge of Your Fertility, so I had at least an understanding of the various phases and their emotional impact. Even though this book is science-based, the way Alisa structures it and adds anecdotes along the way makes the information very approachable and conversational. I adore how she clearly nerds out about this topic.I already had switched to a fairly clean diet (organic, mostly plant-based) and did my best to minimize stress (I mean, c’mon, easier said than done) after having some GI issues. I also have been using a menstrual cup for about 2.5 years and noticed my flow seemed a little lighter. These changes at least got my cycle to be somewhat predictable (I was previously diagnosed with PCOS and my cycles could be up to 50 days; now I’m down to 35 at the most). However, I have ALWAYS struggled with cramps the day before I got my period, the first day, and leading into the second. I would also pass several sizable clots the first couple days. There have been times that I would have to stay home from school or work because I couldn’t function with the pain and heavy flow. It never crossed my mind that this isn’t “normal.” I always thought these things were normal for me and that was just the luck of the draw. I mean, tons of women/trans men suffer from cramping.I was at the tail-end of my luteal phase when I read this book and implemented a few of the supplements suggested and switched to decaf right before my period was supposed to start. I didn’t have any expectations since I was already doing a lot of the things the book suggested (so my transition was really minimal), but then my period came and I had. no. cramps. NONE! The “pain” was sort of like a dull headache just on day one. I was in such bliss and felt absolutely amazing for the first time EVER with my period. Let me tell you, it is a crazy empowering feeling! I am still in shock and could cry at the thought of a painless period. Additionally, the color was just as the book explained. No old blood (which I would typically start and end with).While I’m certainly hopeful that when my period comes next cycle I will have the same experience, I’m so thankful to Alisa and her research to give me at least one good period in 25 years! It IS possible! I feel obligated to share this book with every woman I know! I will update next cycle to note any changes.UPDATE:Happy to report that I had another period with minimal pain. This time I had a little more discomfort just the first day, but it was NOTHING compared to what I experienced in the past. Just a twinge periodically. I wasn’t consistent with the supplements, so this cycle I’ll be sure to be more diligent about taking them. I’ll update this review periodically if I note something additional about my experience that may be beneficial or interesting for others.

I highly, highly recommend this book. Every time I open this book I learn something new. I got this book on kindle and then immediately ordered a physical copy because I was highlighting so much. I also got it to share with friends and family. I think this is a must read for any female. There is so much that we aren't taught about who we are and I wish I would've learned these things much earlier in life. GREAT book!

I’ve just started reading In the Flo, and it’s already packed with insightful and empowering information about syncing with your hormonal cycle. The content is so engaging and helpful—but I do wish the font were larger. My eyes get tired quickly, and bigger text would make the reading experience much more comfortable.

Every woman should read this book. So many helpful topics and information. I still use a lot of the principles today for my life (food, work, workouts, etc)I hope the more this gets talked about, the more we help woman heal and better understand how to work with their body, not against it!

I am truly amazed and so excited that I found this book! It answered so many of my questions about my hormones and well being in general! I cannot stop reading it and discover more and more valuable information that I feel was under my nose the whole time but I couldn’t connect the dots! Now everything makes absolute sense to me and I’m sure it will get me the balance I always needed! This book should be put in schools for every girl (why not for the boys as well…for better understanding women’s nature) so they have the right understanding and to be well prepared in the future. Everything sounds so simple, yet so neglected by so many people! Million thanks to the writer for sharing this information with us!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️