Why Omega-3s, Regenerative Farming & the Gut–Skin–Hormone Axis Matter

In this episode, Andrew Hebard takes us beyond the typical nutrition talk and opens up a wider conversation: how omega-3 fats, regenerative agriculture, and gut health intersect—and how that impacts hormones, skin, digestion, and whole-body wellbeing.

This isn’t just “take fish oil”—it’s a systems view of food, soil, microbiome and hormone signaling.

Omega-3s and Gut Health: A Deep Link

A major thread of this conversation is how the right types of omega-3 fats do more than support heart or brain health—they help gut integrity, microbial diversity, and hormone balance.

• Omega-3s help modulate inflammation, which in turn supports gut barrier function and hormone signaling.

• If your gut is compromised (poor digestion, low fiber, dysbiosis), then even optimal nutrient intake might not fully translate into hormonal stability or skin resilience.

• Hebard emphasizes that source matters: sustainable/clean omega-3s provide better bio-availability and fewer contaminants, which matters for hormone system load.

Regenerative Agriculture: Why Soil & Food Quality Matter for You

Andrew sheds light on how the place and process of farming influence the nutrient quality of foods—and how that connects to your gut and hormones.

• Soil health = nutrient-rich produce = better microbiome support.

• Poor farming practices lead to depleted soils, lower micronutrient density, higher inflammatory load when consumed.

• For women especially, whose hormone systems are delicate and responsive, eating “okay” food isn’t enough—eating nutrient-dense, low-inflammation food becomes a foundational habit.

Skin, Hormones & Whole-Body Signaling

Another key insight: what shows up in your skin (acne, dullness, inflammation) often reflects gut/hormone behavior.

• When you have good omega-3 status + supportive food environment + low inflammation → skin tends to show it.

• Hormones like estrogen, progesterone and adrenal hormones are tightly linked to gut health (which influences clearance/metabolism of hormones).

• The episode underlines: working on skin or hormone symptoms in isolation often misses the root system.

Practical Strategies You Can Use Today

• Choose an omega-3 source this week that is high quality, sustainably produced, minimal contaminants (consider algae-based, pasture-fed fish, clean plant-based).

• Boost your intake of anti-inflammatory foods: leafy greens, berries, walnuts, flax/ chia alongside your omega-3.

• Reflect on your food sourcing: can you shift one staple this week to something grown or produced with higher standards (soil, processing, additives)?

• Monitor one symptom tied to gut/hormones: digestion (bloating, gas, stool consistency), skin (breakouts, dryness), cycle/energy. Notice how it shifts as you upgrade food/omega-3 quality.

• Prioritize sleep and recovery—the benefits of nutrient upgrades multiply when your body is rested and not under chronic stress.

Why This Episode Really Matters

Even if you’re not focused on fertility, acne, major hormone shifts or “gut healing,” these ideas apply broadly:

• As we age, hormone systems become more sensitive to nutrient quality and inflammation.

• If your diet is technically “healthy” but you still feel off (fog, fatigue, skin issues, irregular cycles), the source and context of your food might be the missing piece.

• A systems mindset (soil → food → gut → hormones) helps you move from chasing symptoms to building resilience for decades.

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