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She Fought for 6 Years to Be Believed. This Is Her PMDD Story.

She Fought for 6 Years to Be Believed. This Is Her PMDD Story.

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 What does it actually feel like when your own body turns against you — and no one believes it? This week, Ellisha sits down with Celia Manuel, women's health advocate, community organiser, and founder of Understanding My Body Through Mind, for one of the most honest, raw conversations yet on PMDD.Celia opens up about her 6+ year journey to diagnosis, navigating a traumatic birth, postpartum depression she kept entirely hidden, suicidal ideation, the breakdown of her marriage, and the moment a YouTube video of a stranger crying changed everything. She also shares what actually helped — from overhauling her diet and tailoring her workouts to her cycle, to building a nonprofit that takes women to their GP appointments when no one else will.This one is for anyone who has ever been told their pain isn't real, waited years to be taken seriously, or wondered if they'll ever feel like themselves again.What we coverCelia explains what PMDD actually is — and what it isn't. It's not a hormonal imbalance. She walks through her diagnosis journey in full: the traumatic birth of her son Jaden, undiagnosed postpartum depression she silently managed alone for months, and the years of cycling through rage, suicidal thoughts, and brief windows of feeling fine - which made it almost impossible to convince anyone something was seriously wrong.Celia describes being offered chemical menopause and ovary removal before anyone suggested changing her diet — and how she rejected it all, went home, researched, and managed to reduce her symptoms by around 70% through nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle changes alone.The two also get into the economic reality of PMDD: what it means for women's careers, relationships, and sense of self when half of every month is effectively written off - and why the healthcare system, built around a healthy young Caucasian male, is simply not designed to catch this.Celia rounds things off talking about the PMDD app she's developing, the community events she runs in Newham, and why she now goes into GP appointments with other women who don't have the confidence to fight for themselves.Key takeawaysPMDD is a brain sensitivity condition, not a hormonal imbalance. Your hormones can be completely normal — it's how your brain reacts to their natural rise and fall that's the problem.Getting a PMDD diagnosis can take years, partly because symptoms like rage, suicidal ideation, and extreme low mood only show up for one or two weeks a month. Outside of that window, you look completely fine - which makes you easy to dismiss.Tracking your cycle is one of the most powerful self-advocacy tools you have. Bringing a documented pattern to a GP appointment changes the conversation.Diet and lifestyle changes can make a significant difference. Anti-inflammatory foods, cutting alcohol (especially during the luteal phase), and adapting your exercise to where you are in your cycle are worth trying before accepting more extreme medical interventions.You don't have to go to appointments alone. There are charities, advocates, and GP guides available - and if you're in London, Celia will literally come with you.Don't let your pain be in vain. Both Ellisha and Celia have turned their hardest years into something that helps other women. It does get better — and you are not alone in this.Important LinksCelia's Organisation – Understanding My Body Through MindThe PMDD Project (UK's first PMDD-dedicated charity) – thepmddproject.orgThe Advocacy People (free advocacy support) – theadvocacypeople.org.ukMind – Getting a PMDD Diagnosis – mind.org.ukEvelyn Health – evelynhealth.com (use code HOTLINE20 for 20% off)About Celia ManuelCelia Manuel is a women's health advocate and founder of Understanding My Body Through Mind, a nonprofit supporting women — particularly those from underserved communities — in navigating PMDD and hormonal health. She organises community events, provides education on the menstrual cycle and self-advocacy, and is currently developing a dedicated PMDD app. She is also a mother to her son Jaden, based in Newham, London.Find Celia at understandingmybodythroughmind.orgOur partner — Evelyn HealthEvelyn Health is dedicated to helping those struggling with PMS and PMDD through expert-led, science-backed supplements and functional foods. Having used them for over a year to manage my own hormonal health, I'm so proud to have them as a partner.Get 20% off your first order with code HOTLINE20 at evelynhealth.comA note from usThis podcast explores research and lived experience around women's health and chronic conditions. Our discussions aim to reflect current evidence while acknowledging that understanding in this field continues to evolve. The content is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners experiencing significant or distressing symptoms should seek guidance from a qualified healthcare ...
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