Podcasts about hormones

Are you constantly being told your labs are "normal" but still don't feel like yourself? In this episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast®, we sit down with award-winning journalist and author Meghan Rabbitt to discuss the critical health information women were never taught—and why so many women are falling through the cracks of today's healthcare system. We explore hormones, self-advocacy, sexual health, menopause, weight stigma, symptom tracking, and how women can become more informed and empowered when it comes to their health. If you've ever felt dismissed by a healthcare provider, struggled with symptoms that don't seem to have answers, or wondered whether what you're experiencing is truly "normal," this conversation is for you. Topics Covered Women's health myths Hormones and perimenopause How to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office Using AI and ChatGPT to prepare for appointments Sexual health and libido in midlife Weight stigma in healthcare The healthcare system's biggest blind spots for women Why symptom tracking matters The future of women's health Timestamps: 01:00 Why women aren't taught enough about their bodies 07:45 The biggest gaps in women's healthcare 12:00 Becoming your own health advocate 22:30 Hormones, perimenopause, and symptom tracking 26:20 Nutrition, food noise, and eating for nourishment 33:30 Sexual health, libido, and menopause 39:30 Understanding desire in midlife 43:40 The future of women's health 47:00 What it means to truly live well About Meghan Rabbitt Meghan Rabbitt is an award-winning journalist, editor, and author of The New Rules of Women's Health: Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age. After more than 20 years covering women's health, she has interviewed hundreds of clinicians, researchers, and experts to help women better understand and advocate for their health. Resources Learn more: newrulesofwomenshealth.com Follow Meghan: @meghanrabbitt Ready for a Reset, On Your Own Time? If you've been feeling sluggish, bloated, inflamed, foggy, or just not like yourself, our Vitality Reboot Anytime is a simple way to give your body the reset it's been craving. This is our do-it-yourself version of The Art of Living Well Podcast® community detox, designed so you can move through the program whenever it works best for you. You'll receive everything you need to support your body with nourishing foods, targeted detox support, and simple daily practices that help you feel lighter, clearer, and more energized. A fun summer night of mahjong, connection & community. Join The Art of Living Well Podcast® for a fun summer evening of mahjong, connection, community, and giveaways. Come enjoy the love of the game, meet other mahjong lovers, and spend a lighthearted night out playing, laughing, and connecting. Wednesday, July 22nd 6:30–8:30 PM $20 to play Location: Edina or Minnetonka, depending on weather Sign up here: https://l.bttr.to/t9qKg  Subscribe to our Substack for wellness tips, episode updates, and your free Midlife Travel Resilience Checklist: theartoflivingwell.substack.com Follow us: Instagram: @theartofliving_well YouTube: @theartoflivingwellpodcast LinkedIn: The Art of Living Well Podcast TikTok: @theartoflivingwel Spotify and Apple Podcasts Connect with your hosts: theartoflivingwell.us/about-us

This week we're joined by wellness educator and creator Grace Terrell (@_gracefulwellness) for a conversation about gut health, inflammation, hormones, supplements, and why so many women are doing all the "healthy" things but still don't feel their best.Grace shares the health journey that led her into holistic wellness, the symptoms women have normalized that shouldn't be considered normal, and the powerful connection between gut health, hormones, skin, mood, energy, and the nervous system.We also dive into inflammation, the habits that supported Grace's 20-pound weight loss, the supplements she actually takes, how to spot supplement industry red flags, and the wellness myths she wishes would disappear.Plus, we're answering your questions on hormone balance, gluten and dairy, cycle syncing, coffee on an empty stomach, and the best things you can do to support your gut every day.In this episode, we cover:Why healthy women can still feel tired, bloated, and inflamedSymptoms that shouldn't be ignoredThe gut-hormone-skin connectionStress, the nervous system, and healingGrace's approach to reducing inflammationHer 20-pound weight loss journeyThe supplements she actually usesWhy bioavailability and liposomal delivery matterSupplement red flags and what to look for insteadGut health myths and detox cultureAudience Q&AThis episode is brought to you in partnership with TerraHealth Essentials. We're big fans of their Liposomal Glutathione and Liposomal Curcumin, and Grace shares why these are staples in her wellness routine.Use code GUTTALKGIRLS20 for 20% off your TerraHealth Essentials orderGRACE'S BUNDLEFollow Grace: @_gracefulwellnessIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it.

Wines We're Drinking: Jessica: Ortega Family Wines Pinot Blanc, Carneros Valley, Napa Susie: Edgar Torres Wines Mourvèdre-Cab Blend, Paso Robles She's a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience, a certified wellness menopause coach, and the kind of guest every woman in her 30s, 40s, and beyond needs in her corner. Susie Cortez, LCSW joins Jessica for a candid, unfiltered conversation about perimenopause, menopause, and everything our mothers never told us about our bodies, because nobody ever told them either. From panic attacks at a football game to building a coaching practice that fills the gap doctors leave behind, Susie shares her own journey into the menopause movement and why education, community, and speaking up are the most powerful tools women have right now. Jessica opens up about her own experience after her 2024 hysterectomy, including the HRT patch shortage, the ear itching nobody warned her about, and why she finally told her mom, "I'm so sorry." This is the conversation the women in your family needed to be having for decades. It starts right here. In This Episode We Cover: [00:00] Welcome & intro, Susie shares Edgar Torres Wines from Paso Robles, Jessica pours the last glass of Ortega Family Wines Pinot Blanc [10:00] Susie's origin story, 20 years as a therapist, working with teenage girls, and recognizing the hormone-mood connection she didn't have language for yet [15:00] What is perimenopause vs. menopause? Breaking down the timeline, what "the chaos" of hormone decline actually looks like, and why symptoms can start as early as 35 [25:00] The history of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the 2002 study that scared women off it, why that research has been largely debunked, and what the menopause movement is changing [35:00] Lifestyle shifts that actually help: movement, protein, fiber, sleep hygiene, and why walking to a podcast counts as self-care [45:00] The sleep struggle is real: waking at 2 and 4 AM, the brain fog that follows, the Oura Ring, naps, and the challenge of fighting your body when you have a dog in the bed [55:00] How menopause strains relationships and what partners can actually do: initiation, communication, the libido conversation nobody wants to have, and why rage during perimenopause is more common than anyone admits [1:05:00] Finding your voice at 50, letting go of people-pleasing, reevaluating friendships and values, and what it means to protect your peace in midlife [1:12:00] Common misconceptions about menopause, the emotional symptoms doctors dismiss, why "I just don't feel like myself" is a complete sentence, and the importance of community over suffering in silence [1:20:00] Halle Berry's Respin platform, supplements, hair loss, collagen, and the bad actors trying to profit off the menopause movement [1:30:00] Documenting your symptoms before your doctor's appointment, magnesium glycinate for sleep, progesterone as a sleep aid, mocktails, Agua Bonitas, and Susie's Menopause Mingles [1:40:00] Closing thoughts: you are not alone, reach out, and why talking about it is the most important first step Connect with Susie Cortez: Instagram: @WellnessCoachSusie Website: WellnessWithSusie.com Services: Individual coaching, group coaching, digital courses, Menopause Mingles (in-home workshops), therapist CEU training Connect with Wine & Chisme: Website: thewineandchismepodcast.com Instagram: @thewineandchisme Latiné Wine Brand Directory: thewineandchismepodcast.com/directory Sin prisa. Sin vergüenza. Con vino.

Working out but not seeing results after 40? Feeling frustrated that your body seems to be changing despite eating "healthy" and exercising? In this episode, I'm breaking down the biggest reasons your workouts may not be working in midlife: from too much cardio and not enough muscle…to under-fueling, fear of carbs, shifting hormones, poor recovery, and unrealistic expectations.   In this episode: Why too much cardio may be working against you The importance of building muscle after 40 Under-eating, fear of carbs & metabolism shifts Hormone changes, sleep & recovery What actually matters for results in midlife  

Most men think erectile dysfunction is a bedroom problem and low testosterone is just a fact of getting older. This roundtable makes the case that both are early warning lights for your heart, your metabolism, and your long-term health and that ignoring them can cost you a decade.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with urologists and men's health specialists Dr. Mohit Khera, Dr. Larry Lipshultz, and Dr. Tobias Köhler to discuss:Why a 35-year-old with ED carries a ~15% risk of heart attack or stroke within 7 years, ~3.5x the risk of depression, and ~30% odds of diabetes or prediabetes and why a prescription alone misses all of itWhy "age-related" testosterone decline is largely a misnomer: a healthy man shouldn't drop significantly with age, so falling T usually signals something reversible underneathHow testosterone became the single best blood marker of a man's overall health, and the case for annual screening that almost no man getsWhat the TRAVERSE trial changed when the FDA removed testosterone's cardiovascular warning in 2025, debunking the prostate-cancer and heart-attack fearsThe 2-minute monthly self-exam every man should do to catch testicular cancer early, when it's ~99% curableIf you've been told your symptoms are "just aging" or you love a man who refuses to see a doctor. This conversation shows you how to read the signals your body gives long before a crisis hits.Thank you to our sponsors:Body Health - Use the code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://bit.ly/4efgBuMTimeline - Get 20% off your Mitopure order at https://bit.ly/49LSbYzBranch Basics - Save 15% at https://bit.ly/4uuw4x3 with code DRLYONExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Dr. Larry Lipshultz at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lipshultzmd?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Website: https://www.larrylipshultz.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrsAmyandLarryFind Dr. Tobias KohlerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobiaskohlermd?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==X: https://x.com/sexhealthmd?s=11Find Dr. Mohit KheraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmohitkhera?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3DX: https://x.com/DrMohitKheraWebsite: https://drmohitkhera.com/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: @drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction01:30 - What doctors got wrong about testosterone05:05 - The prostate cancer myth, debunked07:12 - The best marker of a man's health11:51 - Is age-related decline actually real?14:15 - How obesity crushes testosterone18:11 - Testosterone and reversing diabetes20:06 - GLP-1 versus testosterone25:20 - What "low testosterone" really means29:05 - Dosing, CAG repeats, and microdosing42:34 - The TRAVERSE trial and FDA reversal47:10 - The prostate saturation point56:49 - Peptides, explained01:03:00 - Why ED is a check engine light01:08:26 - The desert of men's health care01:11:06 - The case for annual screening01:16:45 - Varicoceles and male fertility01:20:03 - How to check for testicular cancer01:26:44 - Final advice for menIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

Could your sleepless nights, mood swings, joint pain, or "I just don't feel like myself" feelings be connected to perimenopause? Do you really need hormone testing to know what is happening? And is menopause hormone therapy actually as scary as we were once told?  Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su and Dr. Amy Voedisch, hosts of OvaryActive and co-authors of Estrogen, Interrupted, join Dr. Lora Shahine for this episode of Brave & Curious. Their conversation opens up a thoughtful, funny, and myth-busting conversation about menopause, perimenopause, hormone health, and why women deserve to understand their bodies. They also explain the difference between menopause and perimenopause, why symptoms can start years before periods stop, why hormone labs often do not tell the full story, and how symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, vaginal dryness, weight changes, itchy ears (yes, we said "itchy ears"), burning mouth, and joint pain can all fit into the bigger picture. Perimenopause is often a "story-based" diagnosis rather than a single lab result, and treatment options are available. This conversation will walk listeners through all of that and more. Listeners will feel informed, validated, and ready to ask better questions. In this episode you'll hear: [0:24] Meet The Doctors of Ovaryactive Podcast [10:45] Defining menopause and perimenopause [14:55] Common Symptoms (More than Hot Flashes) [18:37] Why labs fall short [23:07] Unusual menopause symptoms [28:05] Diagnosing perimenopause and menopause [32:17] Non-hormonal treatment options [42:18] The WHI study [50:45] Breast cancer risk and Hormone Therapy [59:51] Talking to your doctor   Resources mentioned:  perimenopausedrs.com/ovaryactive Follow the show @OvaryActive Instagram | YouTube  Estrogen, Interrupted by Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su & Dr. Amy Voedisch   More information about Dr. Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su:  Gennev:  www.gennev.com/clinician/dr-rebecca-dunsmoor-su LinkedIn @rebecca-dunsmoor-su   More information about Dr. Amy Voedisch: Stanford Medical Clinic: stanfordhealthcare.org/doctors/v/amy-voedisch.html   Dr. Shahine's Weekly Newsletter on Fertility News and Recommendations Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books Join the Learn at Pinnacle app to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!   This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.  

Summary Ali discusses postmenopause, hormone therapy, and debunks common myths about hormonal health after menopause. She emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal changes, the history of hormone replacement therapy, and holistic approaches to healthy aging. Key Topics Hormonal changes after menopause History and safety of hormone replacement therapy Holistic approaches to healthy aging Chapters 00:00 Understanding Postmenopause: A New Perspective 11:53 The Hormonal Landscape After Menopause 24:03 The Role of Lifestyle in Healthy Aging 35:57 Practical Steps for Navigating Postmenopause Resources Menopause.org - https://menopause.org The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09V4X7V7X Ali's Resources:  Beam Supplements - Use Code ALIDAMRON for a discount! Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

“Balance your hormones naturally”, “Heal your metabolism”, “Reset your hormones with food”. In this week's episode we discuss what hormone balancing means, answer the question, “Is this even a thing?”, and talk about what works in both perimenopause and menopause. If you are confused and looking for answers, this episode is for you. This week's recipe is Raspberry Chia Yogurt with Chocolate Top.

In this episode of What's Next, holistic esthetician and Hugh & Grace advocate Dawn Conder joins Kelli McVay to talk about the groundbreaking innovation behind Aura Mist — and why she believes everyone needs to know about it. Dawn shares how Aura Mist fits into everyday wellness and skincare routines, what makes it so unique, and how to confidently share this product with others. With her holistic approach to beauty and wellness, she brings both expertise and passion to this exciting conversation.Find us at hughandgrace.com  On Instagram @hughandgrace       On Facebook @HughandGrace   Email us at customercare@hughandgrace.com Music: Realize your dreams by Sergio Prosvirini

PCOS is often reduced to a conversation about weight, fertility, or hormones, but the reality is so much bigger.In this episode, Coach Lisa takes a deep dive into what PCOS really is, why insulin resistance plays such a powerful role, and how this condition can impact women through every stage of life. From teenagers navigating irregular cycles to women facing menopause, hysterectomy, or surgical menopause, this conversation explores the physical, emotional, and metabolic challenges that often go unseen.You'll learn why traditional diet culture approaches frequently fall short, how stress and inflammation affect your symptoms, and practical ways to support your body through nutrition, movement, and mindset. Coach Lisa also shares her own personal experience living with PCOS and surgical menopause, offering encouragement for anyone who feels frustrated, defeated, or misunderstood by their body.If you've ever felt like your body was working against you, this episode is a reminder that healing starts with understanding, nourishment, and self-compassion.

If you've ever struggled with heavy periods, hormonal mood changes, painful boobs, feeling swollen before your period, or have been told you have “high oestrogen” without much explanation… this episode is for you.Because contrary to Instagram wellness culture, it's usually not as simple as “your body is making too much oestrogen.” Hormones are a LOT more nuanced than that — and in this episode, we're breaking down what's really going on behind symptoms like PMS, bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, mood swings, fluid retention, and feeling like your jeans suddenly shrunk overnight.We also dive into the science of hormone detoxification in a way that's practical, understandable, and actually useful — without turning this into a biochemistry lecture from hell.GET THE OESTROGEN SUPPORT RECIPE COLLECTION HEREUse the code THHP for 25% off.GET THE PROGESTERONE BLUEPRINT RECIPE COLLECTION HEREUse the code THHP for 25% off.FIND NAT BELOW:Website - https://nataliekdouglas.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/natalie.k.douglasBook a Free Assessment Call - https://NatalieKDouglas.as.me/?appointmentType=50255874EndoNourish - Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Guide - https://nataliekdouglas.com/endonourish-holistic-endometriosis-adenomyoisis-care-guide/SacredSeeds - Preconception Care Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/preconception-care-guide/PCOS Wellness Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/pcos-holistic-guide/Thyroid Rescue - Self guided programhttps://nataliekdouglas.com/thyroid-rescue/Coming Off The Pill/IUD Holistic Guidehttps://nataliekdouglas.com/coming-off-the-pill-mini-course/PMS/PMDD Natural Solutons Masterclass https://nataliekdouglas.com/pms-pmdd-natural-solutions-masterclass/Restore and Nourish Gut Reset - https://nataliekdouglas.com/restore-nourish-gut-reset/Perimenopause Masterclass -https://nataliekdouglas.com/perimenopause-masterclass-holistic-toolkit/Become a one-to-one clienthttps://nataliekdouglas.com/1-1-naturopathic-nutrition-consultations/FIND AMIE BELOW:Book a Free Assessment Call: https://p.bttr.to/3yBdmu3   Book Yourself In: https://l.bttr.to/ZDxWOWebsite - https://whatthenaturopathsaid.com   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thatnaturopathJoin the mailing list - https://elysium-clinic-of-natural-medicine.ck.page/69663ce14a  PS: yes we are practitioners, but we're not YOUR practitioners - it should go without saying but our episodes are not medical advice.

We are excited to host Grace Blest-Hopley on this episode of the Mangu.tv podcast. Dr Grace Blest-Hopley is a neuroscientist with over a decade of research into cannabinoids and psychedelics, and the founder of Hystelica — the world's first research organisation dedicated to understanding female biology for safer, more effective psychedelic use, delivering both original research and education in the field. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience from King's College London, and now serves as Chief Scientific Officer at NWPharmaTech and Research Director at Heroic Hearts Project, where she leads work supporting military veterans living with trauma. Grace has spoken internationally as part of her advocacy for women's representation in psychedelic science.   Grace discusses her upbringing on a Staffordshire farm, her connection to horses, and how experiences in India led her to study neuroscience. She and Giancarlo explore the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids, the challenges of cannabis research, and findings from neuroimaging studies of long-term users, particularly those who started young.Their conversation also covers the rise of psychedelic-assisted therapy, the importance of preparation and integration, and Grace's work with the Heroic Hearts Project, where she witnessed the benefits of Ayahuasca ceremonies with the Shipibo people. Grace explains how psychedelics may create a window of increased neuroplasticity, offering opportunities to rewire the brain. She also discusses her research into women's health, examining how hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle can influence psychedelic experiences and their therapeutic potential.

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(00:00:00) 221: From TikTok to Doctor's Office: The Truth About 'Cortisol Moon Face' (00:00:11) Welcome to the Itchy and Bitchy Podcast (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:05) Revisiting Cortisol Face Controversy (00:04:21) The Importance of Sleep in Young Adults (00:09:02) Melatonin's Benefits for Dogs and Humans (00:12:45) Brief Intermission (00:13:01) Hormones and Growth During Sleep (00:19:17) Second Intermission (00:19:45) Melatonin's Wide-Ranging Benefits (00:21:52) Melatonin Safety and Dosage Scroll through TikTok for five minutes and you'll find thousands of teenagers diagnosing themselves with "cortisol face"  puffy cheeks, a rounded jawline, swelling they swear is proof their stress hormones are out of control. It's everywhere. It's viral.And it's terrifying parents and confusing doctors in equal measure.We reveal what cortisol actually does to a teenager's face and body, how to tell a real hormone disorder from a viral delusion, and why dismissing every kid who brings this up to their doctor could be a dangerous mistake.Buckle up. This one's controversial.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-and-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support.Itchy & Bitchy is back!  ... and the medical system is officially on notice.

I am delighted to have the privilege of reconnecting with Dr. Deb Matthew today. She joined me once before on Episode 259. She is a distinguished best-selling author, international speaker, and dedicated educator known as the Happy Hormone Doctor.  Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women in the United States, causing one of every 3.2 deaths among women annually. In our conversation today, Dr. Matthew and I delve into the realm of cardiovascular disease, exploring the benefits of hormone replacement therapy, essential laboratory testing, medications, and the neurocognitive changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause. We also focus on lifestyle, gut testing, and the all-time favorite topic: weight-loss resistance.  Stay tuned for today's engaging, enriching, and enlightening discussion with Dr. Deb Matthew. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How HRT reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease  How long-term use of estrogen can reduce the risk of heart disease over time Why you should do a hormone panel before starting HRT How cortisol levels impact cardiovascular health How the coronary calcium score helps to predict heart attack risk Cholesterol markers and their significance in cardiovascular risk assessment Managing cholesterol levels in perimenopausal women The importance of addressing underlying hormonal imbalances in women to mitigate cognitive decline and lipid disorders The connection between gut health and brain fog How women's testosterone levels impact their cognition and motivation Hormone imbalance and weight loss resistance in women  Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Deb Matthew On her ⁠website⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ Dr. Deb Matthew's book This is Not Normal on Amazon⁠  Previous Episode featuring Dr. Matthew ⁠Ep. 295: HRT's Impact on Women's Health Through Time with Dr. Deb Matthew⁠

Discover why hormones are off and what's really driving the imbalance. In this episode, we break down five root causes — from gut dysfunction and disrupted sleep to chronic stress, appetite dysregulation, and omega-3 deficiency — and walk through what you can actually do to fix it. FEATURED PRODUCT Berberine is a powerful botanical compound that acts as a natural GLP-1 supporter — the same metabolic pathway targeted by medications like Ozempic — helping regulate blood sugar, reduce insulin resistance, and restore appetite signaling from the gut. Since metabolic hormones like insulin and leptin are the first to derail your entire hormone cascade, Berberine directly addresses one of the deepest root causes discussed in this episode. It also supports gut microbiome diversity, making it a foundational tool for anyone working to reclaim hormonal balance naturally.

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Cravings can feel random.Like they come out of nowhere.Like something is wrong with you.But what I want you to understand in this episode is this:Cravings are not about willpower.They are about physiology.More specifically — they are driven by hormones responding to your stress, sleep, food patterns, and emotional state.Why Cravings Feel So ConfusingOne of the biggest frustrations with cravings is that they don't come from just one place.They are influenced by:Stress signalsBlood sugar patternsHunger hormonesSleep qualityReward pathwaysThis is why cravings feel unpredictable…but once you understand them, they are actually very patterned.Stress Is Driving More Than You ThinkYour body is constantly responding to stress.And it doesn't distinguish between:being chasedbeing overwhelmedworrying about your weightstepping on the scaleIt all registers the same.So when you're thinking:“I need to lose weight”“I shouldn't have eaten that”“I'm out of control”Your body hears: stressAnd stress creates a demand for energy.That demand shows up as cravings.Why You Crave Sugar and Quick FoodsWhen your body is in a constant “go” state:It releases energy into your bloodstreamYour brain expects that energy to be usedIf it's not used, your body pushes you to consume moreThis is why you crave:sugarsalty snacksrefined carbsNot because you lack discipline —but because your body is trying to keep up with perceived demand.The Blood Sugar LoopOnce you respond to cravings:Blood sugar risesStorage hormones kick inBlood sugar dropsAnother craving beginsThis creates a loop:Craving → spike → crash → cravingThis is where things start to feel out of control.But it's not random.It's biological.5. How Sleep Makes Cravings WorseWhen this pattern continues into the evening:Late eatingBlood sugar spikesDisrupted sleepThe next day:You feel hungrierYou feel less satisfiedCravings feel strongerSleep loss amplifies hunger and reduces fullness.6. Why You Feel Hungry Even After EatingThere's a disconnect many people feel:You eat…but you're still not satisfied.This happens when your body becomes resistant to fullness signals.So instead of:“I've had enough”Your body keeps saying:“Keep going.”This is not a mindset problem.It's a signaling problem.7. The Pattern Most People MissA very common pattern I see:Not eating much during the dayEating most of your food at nightAnd then trying to “fix” nighttime eating.But the truth is:The reset doesn't happen at night.The reset happens the next morning.8. The Shift That Changes EverythingInstead of:restrictingcontrollingfighting cravingsI want you to focus on:Supporting your body earlier in the dayEven something small:a light breakfasta simple mealconsistent nourishmentThis helps:stabilize energyregulate your rhythmreduce cravings laterStruggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you ready to stop pushing through life and start living with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this special training, Dr. Heidi and I pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood aspects of women's health: metabolism. If you've been doing all the "right" things—eating healthy, exercising, taking supplements, balancing hormones but still feel exhausted, stuck, inflamed, or unable to lose weight, this conversation is for you.You'll learn why your body isn't broken it's simply under-activated and how supporting your mitochondria, balancing blood sugar, improving metabolic flexibility, and reducing chronic inflammation can completely transform the way you feel today and protect your health for years to come.Key Highlights:➡️ Why doing "all the right things" may still leave you exhausted, inflamed, and struggling with stubborn weight.➡️ The surprising reason your body may be working against you instead of for you.➡️ Why supplements, hormones, and exercise cannot compensate for unactivated body systems.➡️ How metabolic health impacts energy, hormones, brain function, longevity, and disease prevention.➡️ The critical role mitochondria play in producing cellular energy and supporting healthy aging.➡️ How chronic stress and elevated cortisol disrupt metabolism, hormone balance, and fat burning.➡️ The four major metabolic disruptors affecting women in midlife.➡️ Why blood sugar regulation is one of the most important factors for overall health and longevity.➡️ The connection between chronic inflammation and conditions such as cardiovascular disease, dementia, and metabolic dysfunction.➡️ How metabolic flexibility helps your body efficiently burn both sugar and fat for fuel.➡️ A simple meal strategy that can reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes by up to 40%.➡️ Why a 10-minute walk after meals may be one of the most powerful habits for improving metabolic health.Key Takeaways:“Your body isn't broken. Your body isn't betraying you. Your body is under-activated.” – Kellie Lupsha“We have absolutely everything we need in the body to thrive for a very long time. We simply need to activate the systems that support it.” – Dr. Heidi Iratcabal1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Can infants, toddlers, and teenagers actually benefit from chiropractic care? Dr. Brittany Rohrer Sanders, owner of Foundation of Stone Pediatric and Perinatal Family Chiropractic, returns to the show for her third appearance to dive deep into holistic care for growing bodies and developing nervous systems.In this episode, we break down how gentle chiropractic adjustments support children through every developmental milestone. We discuss:Chiropractic for Infants & Kids: Navigating developmental stages, growing pains, and sports injuries.Nervous System & Behavior: How spinal alignment impacts kids' anxiety, trouble focusing, and behavioral challenges.Teen & Puberty Support: Managing scoliosis prevention and hormonal shifts during the teenage years.Debunking the Myths: Addressing common fears and sharing what a safe pediatric adjustment actually looks like.Whether you're a parent looking for natural solutions for your child's wellness or curious about how the nervous system dictates behavior, this episode is a must-listen!✨ SUBSCRIBE to the Health by Haven podcast so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review if you loved this conversation!Join the Health by Haven Community:Newsletter: Subscribe for Recipes & Health TipsSupport the Show: Pledge your support for less than a cup of coffee!Instagram: @healthbyhavenWebsite: healthbyhaven.comConnect with Dr. Brittany Rohrer Sanders Follow Foundation of Stone on Instagram @tnkidschiro Listen to episode 36 for an overview of chiropractic care and nervous system function Listen to episode 91 on prenatal and postpartum chiropractic careThanks to our Sponsors!Season 5 sponsor, Avodah Massage TherapyEpisode sponsor, Foundation of StoneSupport the show

If you've ever had urinary symptoms that antibiotics didn't fix — and your cultures kept coming back negative — this episode is for you.A new 2026 study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine followed 253 women with recurrent UTIs and persistent urogenital symptoms despite negative urine cultures. What researchers found reframes everything: 85% of these women had hormonally mediated vestibulodynia, 75% had pelvic floor hypertonicity, and only 15% had a classic urologic cause for their symptoms.This isn't a bladder problem. It's a hormone problem — and the vulvar vestibule, urethra, and bladder are one integrated, estrogen- and androgen-responsive system. Whether it presents as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) in a postmenopausal woman or hormonally mediated vestibulodynia in a younger one, the tissue-level pathophysiology is the same.In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers breaks down:• Why persistent urinary symptoms after negative cultures have a hormonal explanation• The shared embryologic origin of the vestibule, urethra, and bladder trigone — and why it matters• How androgen deficiency drives vestibular inflammation, pelvic floor guarding, and bladder dysfunction in a self-perpetuating cycle• Why this affects premenopausal women too — 98.9% of premenopausal patients in the study had below-range free testosterone• What the Rubin et al. 2025 data adds: vaginal prasterone (DHEA) was associated with meaningfully lower UTI rates in women with vulvovaginal atrophy — treating the hormone environment changed the urological outcome• What integrated treatment looks like — vaginal estrogen for GSM, compounded estradiol/testosterone gel for vestibulodynia, pelvic floor PT for hypertonic muscles• The honest limits of this research: selection bias, non-uniform hormonal evaluation, absence of long-term outcome data — and what prospective studies still need to answerThis episode builds directly on Episode 149 — When Sex Hurts with Dr. Jill Krapf. If you haven't listened to that one, it is linked below and is essential companion listening.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sky-womens-health/id1541657642?i=1000630939731

Many women are finding themselves facing perimenopause earlier than expected, bringing new questions and challenges. In this episode, I spoke with Dr. Benita Perch, a Hong Kong–based homeopath and naturopathic doctor, about the changing landscape of perimenopause and menopause, particularly since COVID. We discussed common symptoms, the health risks associated with early menopause, and how stress, diet, and lifestyle can influence hormonal health. Dr. Perch also shared practical insights from her holistic approach to helping women navigate this important stage of life. Episode Highlights: 03:53 - Dr. Benita's Journey to Homeopathy 05:05 - International Background and Experience 08:34 - The vision behind the Integrated Medicine Institute 12:05 - Homeopathy's Acceptance in Hong Kong 16:19 - Dr. Benita's approach to patient care and treatment 18:56 - Trends in Perimenopause Symptoms 21:29 - Understanding Early Menopause 23:10 - HRT and Its Implications 24:29 - The Role of Hormones in Aging 28:20 - The Impact of Lifestyle on Symptoms 32:29 - Homeopathy's Role in Managing Symptoms 35:04 - free strategies to help manage perimenopausal symptoms 37:48 - Dietary Recommendations for Hot Flashes 39:28 - liver health and its connection to hormonal balance About my Guests: Dr. Benita Perch is the Managing Director and Senior Partner of IMI and a highly respected Naturopathic Doctor and Homeopath. Recognized for two consecutive years as a leading “Woman of Wellness” in Hong Kong, she has spent more than fifteen years helping thousands of clients worldwide achieve optimal health and wellbeing. Dr. Perch combines expertise in conventional pathology, functional medicine, pharmacology, homeopathy, herbal medicine, and clinical nutrition to identify and address the root causes of health concerns. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition from King's College London and earned her Naturopathic Medical degree from Sonoran University (formerly SCNM), graduating at the top of her class before completing an advanced residency program. Known for her warm, compassionate approach, Dr. Perch's passion for natural healing began after naturopathy and homeopathy transformed her own health, helping her overcome chronic fatigue syndrome and reduce her reliance on asthma medication. Having lived in South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Thailand, and Hong Kong, she brings a global perspective to patient care and wellness education. Beyond clinical practice, she founded IMI Corporate, now a leading corporate wellness provider serving banks, law firms, schools, and other organizations. As a multi-award-winning wellness practitioner, speaker, and media contributor, Dr. Perch continues to empower individuals and communities to achieve lasting health through natural and integrative medicine. Find out more about Dr Benita Website: https://www.imi.com.hk If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom          

If you are waking up between 2:00 and 4:00 AM, lying there wide awake with your heart beating a little too fast and your mind solving every problem in your life, this episode is for you. Because this is not just about bad sleep. It is about what happens when the hormonal, adrenal, and nervous system shifts of midlife collide with the stress load most women are already carrying. And for a lot of women, this is the moment they stop feeling like themselves. In this episode, I do a deep dive into what is actually happening beneath the surface when women in perimenopause and menopause start feeling wired, tired, fragile, overwhelmed, anxious, and unable to recover the way they used to. We talk about the HPA axis, cortisol rhythm, DHEA, blood sugar, stress intolerance, adrenal strain, and why the advice women are getting online is often way too surface level to actually help. I also share what this has looked like in my own body, why midlife can feel like the season where your body stops tolerating the way you have been living, and why that is not a personal failure. It is physiology. This episode lays the foundation for understanding the deeper systems driving midlife sleep disruption and stress dysregulation, so you can stop blaming yourself and start getting clearer on what your body may actually need. In this episode, we cover: Why 2:00 to 4:00 AM wakeups are so common in perimenopause and menopause The difference between being tired and being hormonally and neurologically dysregulated What the HPA axis is and why it matters for stress and sleep How estrogen and progesterone affect stress resilience and recovery Why cortisol is not the enemy, but timing matters How cortisol dysregulation can affect sleep, anxiety, belly fat, and energy Why DHEA is one of the most overlooked hormones in midlife The connection between blood sugar drops and middle-of-the-night wakeups Why the old coping strategies stop working in midlife Why testing cortisol rhythm and DHEA can be so helpful Who this episode is for This episode is for women in perimenopause and menopause who are struggling with broken sleep, 3 AM wakeups, stress intolerance, fatigue, anxiety, feeling wired at night, crashing in the morning, or just feeling like they cannot handle life the way they used to. It is especially for women who want to understand the deeper physiology behind what is happening instead of being told to just relax, meditate, or take one supplement and hope for the best.     Sponsors Try Vitali Exosomes Skin Care vitaliskincare.com use coupon KM20 to get 20% off your order! Get 30% off BATCH Gummies. Go to hellobatch.com/HORMONE and use code HORMONE at checkout. Timeline is offering up to 39% off your first order of Mitopure. Gummies. Go to timeline.com/HORMONE use coupon HORMONE     Are you in perimenopause or postmenopause and struggling with symptoms—but not getting the support you deserve? At Midlife Solutions, we specialize in hormone optimization for women in midlife. Our all-female clinical team offers telehealth care across all 50 U.S. states, with the ability to prescribe bioidentical estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid medication.   Book your FREE Hormone Discovery Call Find out what's really driving your symptoms and what your next best steps are.   Visit the website: https://karenmartel.com   Shop the Midlife Solutions Store Over-the-counter bioidentical hormone creams and oils — no prescription needed. Including: • Progesterone • Estrogen Face Cream • Vaginal Moisturizer and more!   Take the Hormone Quiz Discover hidden hormone imbalances that could be driving your symptoms. Get personalized results (and yes, they may surprise you).   Women's Peptide Weight Loss Program Clinically guided, hormone-aware weight loss for midlife women.   Midlife RESET HRT Program A complete, supportive approach to hormone replacement therapy in midlife.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

Your body after a baby was never a calorie problem. It is a metabolic one. In this Her Stack episode I am walking you through exactly how to restore your metabolism so body composition follows. The goal is not weight loss. The goal is metabolic restoration. Body comp is downstream. I am breaking down the four drivers that actually run body composition (insulin, thyroid, sleep, growth hormone), the four pillars to address them (nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, peptides), and the exact peptide sequencing for women. Plus my honest take on GLP-1s including semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide, where they actually fit, and why microdosing makes more sense than chasing the scale. I also share what nobody talks about. Eating less postpartum often makes body composition worse. Breastfeeding is sequencing, not failure. Growth hormone is the layer women never hear about, so they plateau and blame their age when it was a fixable signal the whole time. Join The LongHer Life for women-specific guidance on peptides, hormones, and longevity.   I TALK ABOUT: 00:00 Welcome back to the Her Stack series 00:53 Updates: working with me one-on-one and my new peptide planner 06:15 Why body composition not weight, and why metabolism not calories 07:01 The four drivers and four pillars framework 09:00 Driver 1: Insulin resistance and why stubborn middle fat is an insulin problem, not a calorie problem 11:30 Driver 2: Thyroid, and why TSH alone misses Free T3 (the worker hormone) 14:50 Driver 3: Sleep, cortisol, and the loop back to insulin resistance 19:32 Driver 4: Growth hormone, the layer nobody talks about that's blunted postpartum and through aging 22:19 The labs to actually ask for: fasting insulin, Free T3, IGF-1, DHEA-S, plus a 2-week CGM 24:30 Pillar 1: Nutrition (protein floor of 120g, leucine at every meal, food order, fiber, and why you should NOT under-eat) 28:06 Why leucine flips the muscle-building switch 35:00 Pillar 2: Lifestyle and biohacking (lift 3x a week, walk 7-10k steps, zone 2, cold and heat, red light, and the fringe tier honestly) 45:30 Pillar 3: Supplements (creatine, magnesium glycinate, myo-inositol, omega-3, berberine, and breastfeeding sequencing) 51:01 Berberine, AMPK, and "nature's metformin" 55:30 Pillar 4: The peptide stack starts here with AOD-9604 56:00 AOD-9604, the growth hormone fragment, why I am personally taking it right now 01:02:00 MOTS-c, the "exercise in a molecule" mitochondrial peptide 01:05:00 5-Amino-1MQ and releasing the brake on fat cells 01:07:00 Sermorelin, the gentle GH entry (what a secretagogue actually is) 01:10:00 CJC-1295, Ipamorelin, and Tesamorelin for post-weaning GH restoration 01:13:00 The GLP-1 honest take: semaglutide, tirzepatide, and the retatrutide question 01:14:00 Why retatrutide is called the triple agonist and where it fits (and where it doesn't) 01:19:27 Recap and wrap-up   RESOURCES: Work with me one-on-one on your peptide stack and protocol. The Her Stack Planner, the first peptide tracking journal built around female biology. Free Peptide Masterclass for Women. Join The LongHer Life for women-specific guidance on peptides, hormones, and longevity.   LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

How does a leftist TikTokker become a servant of Christ? Allie is joined by Haley Furst, who shares her departure from a Christian upbringing to identifying as transgender while supporting feminism and abortion. However, God reached out to her in her brokenness, shaking her progressive worldview to its core. Haley discloses how she tried to hold onto her liberal beliefs while following Christ, but she gave up those worldly holdings in order to join God's kingdom. Haley gives advice for how Christians can reach out to others as well as how Christians can deal with having children who identify as LGBTQ. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠ Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Time Codes 0:00 Introduction 0:44 Haley's “Trans” Life 36:20 Return to Christianity 56:29 How Should Christians Approach LGBTQ – Today's Sponsors: Hillsdale College | Go right now to ⁠⁠hillsdale.edu/relatable⁠⁠ to enroll. There's no cost, and it's easy to get started. Patriot Mobile | Go to PatriotMobile.com/ALLIE or call 972-PATRIOT. Use promo code ALLIE for a free month of service. Good Ranchers | To support a company that honors America's past, present, and future, visit ⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠ today. When you start your plan, you'll get to pick a free meat that will be included in every order for life, and you'll get $25 off your first order using my exclusive code, ALLIE. We Heart Nutrition | Check out We Heart Nutrition at ⁠⁠⁠WeHeartNutrition.com⁠⁠⁠ and use the code ALLIE for 20% off. Episodes You May Like: Ep 1020 | Botched: The Brutality of Trans Mastectomies | Guest: Soren Aldaco https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1020-botched-the-brutality-of-trans/id1359249098?i=1000659311855 Ep 897 | A Detransitioner on the Lie of Trans ‘Joy' | Guest: Laura Perry Smalts (Part Two) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-897-a-detransitioner-on-the-lie-of-trans/id1359249098?i=1000632747460 --- ► Buy Allie's book, "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey

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Nicki shares her personal journey through unexplained fatigue, brain fog and hormonal chaos before discovering that the root cause wasn't depression but perimenopause. From there, the conversation expands into the deeper drivers of long-term health, including gut health, chronic inflammation, the microbiome, stress physiology, immune system function and metabolic resilience. Listeners will also discover the surprising relationship between chronic stress and hormone balance, how gut health influences aging, why muscle mass becomes critical after menopause, and practical strategies to reduce inflammation naturally. Whether you're navigating menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a root-cause roadmap toward better energy, stronger immunity, improved microbiome diversity and healthier aging.   TOPICS DISCUSSED: Post-menopause health and healthy aging framework Hormones and menopause physiology Stress, cortisol and nervous system regulation Sleep optimization and recovery Nutrition, protein and blood sugar management Gut health, microbiome and inflammation Exercise, strength training and mobility Mindset, connection and emotional wellbeing HRT discussion and individualized care Detoxification, environmental toxins and longevity pathways   More from Nicki Williams: Website: happyhormonesforlife.com Instagram: @happyhormonesforlife Facebook: Happy Hormones For Life Youtube: @NickiWilliamsHappyHormones X: @nickijwilliams Get Nicki's Book: It's Not You, It's Your Hormones Get Nicki's Book: Life After Menopause   Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review   Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now   Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips    FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram  Facebook  YouTube   

Timestamps : 00:00 — Intro — Welcome to the Holistic Kids Show 00:20 —  The Childhood Obesity Crisis: The Numbers 01:14 — Guest Introduction: Ashley Koff, RD 02:12 — Ashley's Personal Story & What Drove Her Mission 04:34 — Rethinking Weight: It's a Signal, Not a Sentence 05:15 — Introducing Your Best Shot & Weight Health 06:07 — Understanding Hormones: GLP-1, GIP, CCK & PYY Explained Simply 08:15 — How Gut Hormones Control Blood Sugar, Appetite & Bone Health 10:16 — The Gut-Hormone Connection: Why Your Microbiome Matters 11:05 — Can Kids Take GLP-1 Hormones? 11:25 — Ozempic, Wegovy & GLP-1 Medications Explained 13:40 — GLP-1 Medications Approved for Kids 10+ — What Parents Must Know 15:28 — 3 Daily Habits to Naturally Balance Your Hormones 17:21 — Habit #2: Eat Like a Race Car — Fueling at the Right Times 18:04 — Habit #3: Move After Every Meal — Why 7 Minutes Matters 22:03 — "Better, Not Perfect" — What That Really Means for Teens 25:00 — The One Nutrition Rule Every Kid Should Know 29:49 — Where to Find Ashley Koff & Her Resources One in five US children lives with obesity — but are we asking the right questions? In this powerful episode, the Holistic Kids crew sits down with Ashley Koff, RD, USA Today bestselling author of Your Best Shot and a leading weight health practitioner with over 25 years of experience. Ashley flips the script on how we talk about weight with kids — moving away from diets, BMI, and body shame, and toward understanding what the body is actually telling us. She explains how hormones like GLP-1, GIP, and PYY are made in the gut lining, why antibiotics and medications can disrupt them for years, and what that means for growing bodies. The conversation also tackles the rising use of GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy) in kids as young as 10 — what the research says, what parents and teens should know, and why these medications are a tool, not a solution on their own. In this episode, you'll learn: Why weight is a signal, not a sentence What GLP-1, GIP, and gut hormones actually do — explained simply How antibiotics and medications affect your hormones for years The truth about GLP-1 medications for kids and teens 3 daily habits to naturally support hormone balance Why BMI is a flawed measure — and what to look at instead The "race car" nutrition approach that keeps your body running better What "better, not perfect" really means for teenagers Guest: Ashley Koff, RD — Founder of The Better Nutrition Program, author of Your Best Shot, recognized by CNN as one of the Top 100 Health Makers.

Millions of women experience painful sex after 50, yet many never discover the real reason behind it.The answer may have less to do with aging and more to do with powerful hormone changes happening inside the body. In this episode, learn how menopause affects vaginal lubrication, sexual comfort, libido, and overall health in ways that often go unnoticed. Discover the treatment options that may help restore intimacy, confidence, and quality of life.If you want to better understand painful sex after 50 and the solutions available, tune in to this episode.--------------Key TakeawaysPainful sex after 50 is often hormone-related.Estrogen decline can cause vaginal dryness.Low testosterone may reduce libido and arousal.Menopause affects vaginal tissue and blood flow.Longer foreplay can improve natural lubrication.Topical estrogen may relieve vaginal discomfort.Hormone replacement therapy may support overall health.Vaginal dryness should not be ignored.Pain during intercourse is often treatable.Medical evaluation can rule out other conditions.Menopause symptoms can affect relationships.Early treatment can improve quality of life.--------------Resources mentioned:Modern Man CribMediterranean DietGood Morning Wood SmoothieRenew with Dr. Anne--------------Curious about how you can boost your bedroom game and build lasting confidence? Check out the course at getwoodnow.com and start your journey to feeling like yourself again!--------------If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more and get more tips, subscribe to The Modern Man newsletter for exclusive content delivered straight to your inbox! https://dranne.co/themodernman--------------Follow Me On:InstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube--------------For all links and resources mentioned on the show and where to subscribe to the podcast, please visit https://truongrehab.com/painful-sex-after-menopause-treatment--------------Want to regain control of your sex life? It's time to reverse the effects of ED on your life. Join the Modern Man Club and embark on your journey to complete recovery and community.--------------Reveal the FREE treatment most men ignore that solves thousands of erectile dysfunction cases every year, plus the 5 biggest mistakes you must avoid if you want to say goodbye to your ED. Uncover it all in my free eBook, available to download now.https://dranne.co/ebook

Brain fog is common, but not normal!  The brain is only 2% of the body's weight but uses 20% of its energy. In this episode, Dr. Hotze discusses the common symptoms and root causes of brain fog. He also discusses how hormone balance, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats all play an important role in supporting brain function and mental clarity. Dr. Hotze shares practical steps to help support brain health naturally, including eating a healthy low-sugar diet, balancing hormones, supporting thyroid function, improving sleep, exercising, maintaining oral hygiene, and getting the nutrients your brain needs to function well. Watch now and subscribe to our podcasts at www.HotzePodcast.com. To receive a FREE copy of Dr. Hotze's best-selling book, “Hormones, Health, and Happiness,” call 281-698-8698 and mention this podcast. Includes free shipping!

Navigating your hormone replacement therapy journey isn't a one-stop shop, and after treating thousands of women, I've found that 95% of you will need more than a few visits to truly find your balance. In this video, I break down the three common paths, the Titrator, the Superstar, and the Highly Sensitive, to help you identify your own experience and understand why tweaking and titrating is a normal, necessary part of the process. Whether you're dealing with perimenopause shifts, pharmacy shortages, or unexpected sensitivities, I'm here to show you that while the journey is unique for everyone, you are definitely not alone.

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode.In this episode, Coach Ken sits down with Kelly Schmidt, diabetic dietitian and longtime Type 1 diabetes advocate, to have a deep conversation about one of the biggest topics in diabetes right now:With medications like Ozempic and other GLP-1-based therapies becoming more common, there are a lot of questions:1. Are these just weight-loss medications?2. Can people with Type 1 diabetes benefit from them?3. How do you use them safely?4. What happens with food, muscle, digestion, and long-term health?Kelly shares her personal experience using GLP-1 medications since 2017 and explains why these medications are about much more than weight loss. The conversation explores how GLP-1s impact appetite, digestion, hormones, inflammation, and blood sugar management.Ken and Kelly also discuss the difference between single agonists and dual agonists, why the “strongest” medication is not always the best medication, and why having conversations with your healthcare team is critical when deciding what works for your individual needs. The episode also dives into some of the biggest concerns people with Type 1 diabetes have:Can GLP-1 medications worsen gastroparesis?Do they cause bone loss?How do you protect muscle while using these medications?What role do protein and strength training play?Kelly shares practical guardrails around using these medications, including the importance of adequate nutrition, resistance training, and building systems that support your health—not just chasing a number on the scale.This episode is an honest conversation about a rapidly evolving area of diabetes care and how people with Type 1 diabetes can ask better questions, understand their options, and make informed decisions with their healthcare team.

I've brought together some of my best conversations on menopause and perimenopause with Dr. Jessica Shepard, Dr. Vonda Wright, and my wife Sage.  Covering why your "normal" labs miss it, how a frozen shoulder can signal hormone changes, and the truth about hormone therapy. If you're navigating midlife, this video is for you. CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARY'S VIP!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Dr. Jessica Shepherd Website: https://bit.ly/3Pf6ZHG  YouTube: https://bit.ly/47La74k  Instagram: https://bit.ly/3NG17Xu  TikTok: https://bit.ly/416VYLb  Facebook: https://bit.ly/4ryjyeE  X.com: https://bit.ly/4192QaQ  LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Nhrm6x  Connect with Dr. Vonda Wright Website: https://bit.ly/439JGmN YouTube: https://bit.ly/43EDGTe Instagram: https://bit.ly/47UjwHl TikTok: https://bit.ly/3X7Mcq2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3JGqEhi X.com: https://bit.ly/4oiKJt1 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Lj4T7K Connect with Sage Workinger-Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/44sN390 Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij  AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD   AIRES: "ULTIMATE20 " FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze  BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa  BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV  COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp  CYMBIOTIKA: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP  GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk  GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9  GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC  H2TAB: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg  HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S  PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn  SNOOZE: LET'S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V  WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW  Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8foX: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Intro of Show 04:23 - Perimenopause begins in your late 30s 05:16 - Why hormone symptoms don't show on labs 06:55 - The earliest warning signs to watch for 11:38 - Why the whole picture matters more than one number 13:33 - Frozen shoulder reversing after hormone therapy 13:46 - The misquoted study and the FDA reversal 15:37 - Good, better, best: when to start 20:11 - Frozen shoulder as a midlife inflammation sign 23:35 - Dispelling the estrogen and breast cancer myth 24:14 - Why estrogen affects every tissue in the body 29:44 - What "natural" hormone therapy really means 32:37 - Vaginal and facial estrogen, and collagen loss 35:31 - New data in 120 million women 37:59 - Sage's story: brain fog and frozen shoulder 43:31 - Reading the Dutch test results 46:36  - When mold and toxins muddy the picture 48:27 - Three weeks later: everything changed 52:37 - Don't let anyone say it's in your head Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions.  Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and/or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation.  Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the latest Midlife Minute. Today, I'm taking a closer look at oral contraceptive use in perimenopause and menopause, exploring how oral contraceptives work, how they suppress or blunt perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, alter hormone signaling and testing, what women may experience when they stop taking them, and why the gut microbiome is an essential part of the conversation. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How oral contraceptives suppress certain key signaling hormones, making it difficult to assess women's menopausal status accurately What women may experience when transitioning off oral contraceptives How long-term oral contraceptive use can alter gut microbial function and inflammatory pathways The association between long-term oral contraceptive use and nutrient depletion Why the standard reproductive hormone markers used to assess menopause (especially FSH/LH) are unreliable while on the pill How the microbiome changes that occur as women age may compound the effects of previous oral contraceptive use Helpful dietary, microbiome, and lifestyle strategies to support women navigating the post-pill transition Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Resources:  Sitruk-Ware R, Nath A. Characteristics and metabolic effects of estrogen and progestins contained in oral contraceptive pills. Best Practice and Research: Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. 2013;27(1):13–24. doi:10.1016/j.beem.2012.09.004 Schaffir J, Worly BL, Gur TL. Combined hormonal contraception and its effects on mood: a critical review. European Journal of Contraception and Reproductive Health Care. 2016;21(5):347–355. doi:10.1080/13625187.2016.1217327 Panzer C, Wise S, Fantini G, Kang D, Munarriz R, Guay A, Goldstein I. Impact of oral contraceptives on sex hormone-binding globulin and androgen levels: a retrospective study in women with sexual dysfunction. Journal of Sexual Medicine. 2006;3(1):104–113. doi:10.1111/j.1743-6109.2005.00198.x Palmery M, Saraceno A, Vaiarelli A, Carlomagno G. Oral contraceptives and changes in nutritional requirements. European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences. 2013;17(13):1804–1813. PMID:23852908 Khalili H, Higuchi LM, Ananthakrishnan AN, Richter JM, Feskanich D, Fuchs CS, Chan AT. Oral contraceptives, reproductive factors and risk of inflammatory bowel disease. Gut. 2013;62(8):1153–1159. doi:10.1136/gutjnl-2012-302362 Flores R, Shi J, Fuhrman B, Xu X, Veenstra TD, Gail MH, Gajer P, Ravel J, Goedert JJ. Fecal microbial determinants of fecal and systemic estrogens and estrogen metabolites: a cross-sectional study. Journal of Translational Medicine. 2012;10:253. doi:10.1186/1479-5876-10-253 Baker JM, Al-Nakkash L, Herbst-Kralovetz MM. Estrogen-gut microbiome axis: physiological and clinical implications. Maturitas. 2017;103:45–53. doi:10.1016/j.maturitas.2017.06.025 Hua X, Cao Y, Morgan DM, Miller K, Chin SM, Bellavance D, Khalili H. Longitudinal analysis of the impact of oral contraceptive use on the gut microbiome. Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2022;71(4):001512. doi:10.1099/jmm.0.001512 Mihajlovic J, Leutner M, Hausmann B, Kohl G, Schwarz J, et al. Combined hormonal contraceptives are associated with minor changes in composition and diversity in gut microbiota of healthy women. Environmental Microbiology. 2021;23(6):3037–3047. doi:10.1111/1462-2920.15461 Seelig MS. Increased magnesium need with use of combined oestrogen and calcium supplementation. Magnesium Research. 1990;3(3):197–215. PMID:2133742 Donders GGG, Bellen G, Mendling W. Management of recurrent vulvo-vaginal candidosis as a chronic illness. Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation. 2010;70(4):306–321. doi:10.1159/000314022 Krog MC, Hugerth LW, Fransson E, et al. The healthy female microbiome across body sites: effect of hormonal contraceptives and the menstrual cycle. Human Reproduction. 2022;37(7):1525–1543. doi:10.1093/humrep/deac094

Gabby Bernstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author and spiritual teacher, spent years in perimenopause without ever naming it, until menopause hit at 44 and she came out the other side in what she calls a kind of resurrection. In this episode, she and Jeff trace that path: the unraveling, the hormones, the strength training, and the spiritual reckoning underneath all of it. They get specific about the physical and the spiritual at once: hormones, muscle, and the inner work that made the rest possible. Perimenopause symptoms that often go unrecognized in your 30s and 40s Hormone optimization, HRT, and microdosing testosterone for women Strength training, protein, and protecting muscle as you age Internal Family Systems and healing core wounds through transition This episode is for anyone navigating menopause, rethinking women's hormone health, or looking for a grounded spiritual practice to move through a hard season. This episode was made possible by: LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/commune.
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Everyone talks about the baby. Nobody talks enough about what happens to you. This week, Sonia and Jessica are diving into the messy, emotional, hormonal, occasionally unhinged reality of postpartum life—the part that doesn't fit into the cute Instagram squares. From postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts to rage, identity shifts, relationship changes, and wondering if you'll ever feel like yourself again, they're sharing the conversations more women need to hear. They also discuss the absolute chaos of planning children's birthday parties while trying to function as an adult, homemade cake disasters, why toddlers seem determined to test every emotional boundary known to mankind, and the surprising reality that kids usually handle life's chaos better than we do. Along the way, they unpack the myth that postpartum magically ends after six weeks, how infertility and fertility treatments can impact the postpartum experience, why "bouncing back" is one of the most ridiculous expectations placed on women, and the reality of rebuilding your confidence, marriage, friendships, and identity after becoming a mother. Topics include: ✨ Postpartum anxiety, rage, intrusive thoughts, and mental health ✨ The truth about postpartum recovery after birth ✨ Hormones, fertility treatments, and emotional healing ✨ Identity shifts and learning who you are after motherhood ✨ Relationship changes, intimacy, and feeling like yourself again ✨ Birthday party planning, homemade cake fails, and mom expectations ✨ Toddler overstimulation, meltdowns, and surviving family events ✨ Kristen Doute, The Valley, and why postpartum deserves more honest conversations ✨ Breastfeeding, pumping, maternity leave, and motherhood realities ✨ Building community and finding support during the hardest seasons

In this special episode of What's Next, we're taking you inside the innovation behind Aura Mist with the two experts who helped bring it to life. Join Dr. Kimberly Capone, PhD, microbiologist and leader in translating cutting-edge microbiome research into consumer health solutions, alongside Scott Allen, experienced pharmaceutical, biotech, and consumer health executive and formulator of Aura Mist. Together, they share the science, vision, and breakthrough technology behind this exciting launch — explaining what makes Aura Mist so unique and why it has the potential to change the future of wellness and skincare.Find us at hughandgrace.com  On Instagram @hughandgrace       On Facebook @HughandGrace   Email us at customercare@hughandgrace.com Music: Realize your dreams by Sergio Prosvirini

Ben Hartman is back for his third visit to the PricePlow Podcast in Episode #221, and Morphogen Nutrition has never been in a stronger position. Ben walks through everything: the second rebrand’s full backstory, a never-before-told story about a failed acquisition that nearly sold the company, the financial reckoning that followed, and how selling the building and moving to a 3PL model finally cleared the slate. He calls this the best formula work Morphogen has ever done, at the healthiest margins in company history. The conversation covers AlphaGEN’s return to 10g L-Tyrosine, why PRIME is the anchor of the entire health line, details like how he navigates AstraGin® and BioPerine® across a multi-product stack, and the surprising origin of CALM. Then comes the main event: the Nick Walker equity partnership, explained in full, including some of the financial structure the internet has been speculating about. The episode closes with a frank look at the longevity wave ahead, the natural-vs.-enhanced debate, and a nostalgic look back at the golden age of stimulants. Subscribe to the PricePlow Podcast on your favorite platform and sign up for Morphogen Nutrition news alerts before diving in. https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/ben-hartman-morphogen-nutrition-221 Video: Morphogen’s Second Rebrand, Nick Walker Equity, and the 10g Tyrosine Return https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1avyjD3spOk Detailed Show Notes: Ben Hartman on Morphogen’s Rebrand, the Nick Walker Deal, and Where Supplements Are Heading (0:00) – Introductions (0:45) – The Second Rebrand: What Triggered It (3:00) – The Failed Acquisition: First Public Account (5:00) – David DeMesquita: The Missing Third Partner (8:45) – Business Lessons: Termites at the Foundation (12:30) – Best Formulas Ever, Healthiest Margins Ever (13:15) – Hero vs. Backup Ingredients: Supply Chain and Formula Thinking (18:30) – Diminishing Returns: “Racing to the Bottom” (20:30) – Breaking the Debt Cycle: PO Discipline and the Move to 3PL (27:45) – ALPHAGEN Reborn: The 10g L-Tyrosine Decision (30:15) – Eria Jarensis, Manufacturing Partners, and Label Honesty (35:15) – PRIME: Origin Story and the Anchor Health Product (40:30) – AstraGin® and BioPerine®: Choosing Absorption Enhancers Wisely (46:30) – CALM: From Bodybuilding Contest Prep to Gen Pop (51:15) – “I Don’t Listen to My Customers” (54:45) – Blood Work, Hormones, and Realistic Self-Assessment (1:01:30) – The Nick Walker Partnership: How It Actually Happened (1:04:30) – Equity, Not a Paycheck: “We Gave It to Him” (1:11:30) – Nick’s Feedback, Carb Fuel, and PROTEGEN on the Way (1:16:45) – From Bodybuilding Brand to Health and Wellness (1:21:30) – The Longevity Wave: NMN, Urolithin A, and Mitochondrial Health (1:27:00) – Natural vs. Enhanced: An Honest Reassessment (1:35:00) – The Supplements That Actually Moved the Needle (1:38:00) – Stimulant Nostalgia: DMAA, Ephedrine, and What’s Still Available (1:40:45) – Dedra Hartman (CFO) and Closing Thoughts Where to Follow and Learn … Read more on the PricePlow Blog

This special Creatine Compilation brings together expert insights from Rachel DeVaux, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, and Andrew Koutnik on one of the most researched supplements in health and fitness. Through highlights from these conversations, we explore how creatine supports muscle growth, recovery, brain health, metabolic health, performance, and healthy aging. We also discuss dosing, common misconceptions, who can benefit most from creatine supplementation, and why it's becoming an increasingly important tool for women, athletes, and anyone looking to optimize their long-term health. → Leave Us A Voice Message! Topics Discussed: → Why is creatine one of the most researched supplements available? → How does creatine support muscle, strength, and recovery? → What role does creatine play in brain health and cognition? → Why are more women being encouraged to take creatine? → How much creatine do you actually need? → Is creatine safe for long-term use? → Can creatine support metabolic health and healthy aging? → What are the biggest misconceptions about creatine? → How can creatine fit into a whole-foods lifestyle? → Who stands to benefit most from creatine supplementation? Sponsored By:  → Function | Check your health the way I do. Function provides 160+ lab tests for $1/day and member pricing on MRI and CT scans. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit. → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com. → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. → Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY → Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:15 - Rachel DeVaux: Why Creatine Is More Than A Muscle Supplement → 00:05:20 - Creatine For Strength, Recovery + Performance → 00:09:18 - The Benefits Of Creatine For Women → 00:15:58 - Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan: How Creatine Supports Brain Health → 00:20:32 - Creatine, Aging + Longevity → 00:29:08 - How Much Creatine Do You Actually Need? → 00:34:15 - Common Creatine Myths Explained → 00:42:35 - Creatine, Cognition + Alzheimer's Research → 00:47:52 - Creatine For Perimenopause + Women's Health → 00:52:40 - Is Creatine Safe For Long-Term Use? → 00:59:05 - Andrew Koutnik: Who Benefits Most From Creatine Supplementation? → 01:01:19 - Best Practices For Taking Creatine → 01:06:10 - Creatine, Mood + Mental Health → 01:10:49 - Choosing A High-Quality Creatine Supplement → 01:13:47 - Creatine, Metabolic Health + Performance → 01:19:03 - Metabolic Flexibility + Ketosis → 01:22:42 - Final Thoughts Further Listening:  → Building Muscle, Protecting Metabolism, + Simplifying Dinner | Rachael DeVaux → The Truth About Creatine for Women: Strength, Hormones, + Brain Health | Abbie Smith → Why You're Stuck: Hunger, Hormones + Metabolic Fixes | Dr. Andrew Koutnik Check Out: → Abbie Smith Ryan  → Website  → Rachel DeVaux   → Website  → Andrew Koutnik  → Website  Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook

In Part 2 of our June series with Nick Koumalatsos, we dive into a topic affecting millions of men but rarely discussed openly: testosterone.Nick shares his personal experience navigating hormone health, why testosterone levels are declining across the population, and the ripple effect it has on energy, confidence, relationships, and society as a whole. The conversation expands beyond hormones into parenting, trauma, fitness, recovery, and what it means to become the kind of man your family can depend on.Whether you're curious about TRT, peptides, men's health, or simply trying to become a better father and leader, this episode offers a candid look at the factors shaping modern masculinity.00:00 – Understanding Testosterone and Its Importance05:47 – The Role of Hormones in Men's Health12:01 – The Testosterone Epidemic and Its Causes15:30 – The Ripple Effect of Men's Health on Society18:26 – The Science of Recovery and Health Supplements19:48 – The Future of Peptides and Health Protocols22:23 – Regulatory Changes in the Peptide Industry23:55 – The Cost of Health: TRT vs. Pharmaceuticals26:30 – Parenting and Life Lessons Through Fitness30:00 – The Importance of Validation in Parenting32:19 – Unpacking Trauma and Its Long-Term Effects36:23 – Communicating with the Next Generation39:44 – The ROI of Sports and Jiu-Jitsu Training45:20 – Looking Ahead in the SeriesListen now and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the rest of this month's conversations with Nick.Thanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast!

Acne is often treated like a surface problem, but what if your skin is actually signaling deeper imbalances inside the body? On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared breaks down acne from a functional medicine perspective, exploring how hormones, liver function, gut health, stress, blood sugar, and the microbiome may all play a role in breakouts at every age. He discusses the connection between insulin, androgen balance, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and inflammation, while also diving into the gut-skin axis and the importance of liver detoxification pathways. Jared also shares natural strategies he has used successfully for years, including targeted nutrition, probiotic support, endocrine detoxification support, and topical approaches that work with the skin rather than against it. Plus, he offers an honest discussion about Accutane, antibiotics, and why addressing root causes matters for long-term skin health.Products:LiverVitalityEndoCleanseBack On TractPrecision Probiotic Vital SporesTriple Action Nano-Silver Skin GelVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

A lot of women hit their 40s and feel like the rules suddenly changed. The diet that used to work stops working. Weight becomes harder to lose. Energy drops. Sleep gets disrupted. Hormones shift. And most of the advice they're given is either incomplete or misses the root cause entirely. In this Podcast, I sit down with functional nutrition practitioner Dani Conaway to discuss what's really happening beneath the surface. We cover hormone health, metabolism, thyroid function, gut health, fasting, peptide use, and why focusing on symptoms often keeps people stuck. This isn't about chasing shortcuts. It's about understanding the systems that drive health, performance, and body composition so you can make decisions that actually move the needle. https://chrisduffin.com/ Coaching, Peptides, Supplements, eBooks & Merch, Education, and my Free Community! A deeper dive into coaching, peptides, and regenerative amplification method at https://www.enhancedexecutive.com/

Are your hormones running your life, and not in a good way? If you are struggling with fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, or sleepless nights, this episode is the missing piece you have been looking for. Understanding hormone balance is not just about estrogen and progesterone. It starts much earlier in the hormonal chain, and getting to the root cause changes everything.In this episode of Salad with a Side of Fries, host Jenn Trepeck sits down with Dr. Andrea Colon, a naturopathic doctor and founder of Reclaim Integrative in Newport Beach, California, who specializes in women's hormone health and metabolic medicine. Together, they walk through the steps for lifestyle, nutrition, supplementation, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to restore balance, energy, and vitality. From understanding why cortisol imbalance is the upstream driver of so many symptoms women dismiss as inevitable aging, to exploring how to balance hormones naturally for women before ever adding HRT, this conversation is both practical and empowering.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ Why cortisol imbalance is the overlooked driver behind perimenopause symptoms, disrupted sleep, and stubborn menopause weight gain, and how chronic stress depletes your hormone production over time✅ How to use foundational nutrition strategies, including adequate protein intake, quality carbohydrates, and consistent meals, to begin restoring hormone balance before reaching for supplements or medications✅ Which key micronutrients, including vitamin D, iron, and B vitamins, are commonly depleted in women and how those deficiencies directly suppress healthy hormone function✅ How practitioners assess when lifestyle and herbs are enough versus when bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is the appropriate next step, including the role of pregnenolone, DHEA, and testosterone in womenThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Dr. Andrea Colon shares why restrictive diets backfire and how skipping meals worsens cortisol imbalance and hormone balance in women03:54 Dr. Colon shares her personal journey to naturopathic medicine after battling cystic acne 06:48 How stress and hormones connect and why women in their early 40s are entering perimenopause earlier due to cortisol09:16 Nutrition foundations for hormone balance, including protein, complex carbs, and avoiding coffee on an empty stomach 12:04 The truth about exercise and cortisol, why over-training causes menopause, weight gain and disrupts hormone function 14:39 Why sleep is the most underrated tool for hormone health and why catching up on sleep is a myth 18:53 Supplement strategies including vitamin D, iron, B vitamins, ashwagandha, and rhodiola for adrenal support 23:29 When to consider bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, including pellets, patches, creams, and pregnenolone29:05 Using a GLP-1 properly and when it is neededKEY TAKEAWAYS:

Having trouble getting pregnant and can't figure out why? Struggling to lose weight even if you're a gym rat? The answer to both problems may be that your nervous system doesn't feel safe. And if so your body will block fertility, weight loss, and hormone balance every single time.  In this special live episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Doctor Chris Motley, along with Dr. Anis Khalaf, interviewed Dr. Kela Smith, a hormone + fertility specialist, and creator of the Hormone Puzzle and the Hormone Puzzle Podcast, and Terry Barga a restorative fitness expert and producer of Nashville Fit Magazine for a mastermind on nutrition, fitness, and how to get your body to rest, relax, repair and reproduce. Hint: over-working out and calorie deficits can leave your system feeling unsafe, leading to hormonal disruption. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your body won't conceive, lose weight, or balance hormones while it's in fight-or-flight, and the simple daily practice that shifts you out of survival mode How overexercising tanked Dr. Kayla's own fertility as a personal trainer, and how she pregnant twice, with her second child born at 40 The truth about intermittent fasting for women: it may be wreaking havoc on your hormones How joy, stress-relief, whole food and a 20 minute walk can do more than you would have thought possible. Expert opinions on the carnivore diet, seed-cycling and more ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Follow Dr. Anis Khalaf https://www.tiktok.com/@acupuncturefit https://www.youtube.com/@AcupunctureFit Find Dr. Kela Smith! https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ Listen to the Hormone Puzzle Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1p2NNHi3UtCDtLvoNg4Bvg?si=451d110f6ecf4e22 Buy Dr. Kela's Book: https://a.co/d/07dJLgNB Follow Terry Barga https://nashvillefitmagazine.com/ Music City Fit Expo — https://www.musiccityfitexpo.com/ ------  *You can get cell support in gummy form: Mitopure now starts at $79, when you go to timeline.com/drmotley *Join Doctor Motley's newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates https://www.doctormotley.com/ *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Check out his course on emotions and the body in his membership. You'll find other courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! To try risk-free for 15 days click here https://www.doctormotley.com/15

In this episode, science broadcaster Dr Güneş Taylor speaks with endocrinologist Dr Saira Hameed about her new book Signals: The Inside Story of Our Hormones. From exhaustion and infertility to appetite, mood and libido, Hameed explores the vast and often misunderstood hormonal system that regulates almost every aspect of human life. Drawing on patient stories and recent medical research, Hameed explains how hormones act as the body's internal signalling network — and what happens when those signals misfire. The conversation examines new approaches to diagnosis and care, the discovery of previously unknown hormones linked to fat and metabolism, and the realities behind the growing wellness market around testosterone and male health. Dr Saira Hameed is a Consultant Endocrinologist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and a Senior Tutor and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. She is the author of Signals: The Inside Story of Our Hormones. Dr Güneş Taylor is a science broadcaster and Fellow at the Centre for Reproductive Health. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events  ...  Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Quick Hits — where we bring you the most impactful moments from past episodes in under 15 minutes. Today's clip comes from one of our most replayed conversations. If you want the full episode, check the link in the description below. Listen to the full episode Listen to the full episode on iTunes If you have been told menopause is just hot flashes, aging, and something you have to "push through," this episode will challenge that entire narrative. In this episode, I sit down with Maria Claps and Kristin Johnson, the founders of Wise and Well and authors of The Great Menopause Myth. Maria is an FDN practitioner, and Kristin is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner board-certified in holistic nutrition. They are plainspoken friends, practitioners, and menopausal women themselves who are deeply passionate about helping women thrive in midlife. Maria and Kristin combine clinical experience, personal experience, nutrition, lifestyle strategies, lab testing, mindset coaching, and hormone replacement therapy education to help women understand what is really happening during perimenopause and menopause. In this conversation, we talk about why hormone health matters far beyond symptom relief. We discuss estrogen receptors, hormone replacement therapy, estradiol, estriol, cyclical progesterone dosing, hormone cycling, senescent cells, aging, brain health, vascular health, hair, joints, and the myths that continue to keep women confused and under-supported. This episode is for any woman who wants a more nuanced, educated, and honest conversation about menopause, HRT, bioidentical hormones, and what it means to truly age well. In The Full Episode, We Cover: Why hormone replacement therapy may impact overall health beyond hot flashes How estrogen receptors are found throughout the body, including areas like the eyes and ears Why optimal hormone levels may support hair, joints, brain health, vascular health, and quality of life How hormone cycling may better mimic the body's natural rhythms Why Maria and Kristin prefer cyclical progesterone dosing over static hormone dosing How static hormone dosing may contribute to breakthrough bleeding, water retention, or other unwanted symptoms Why estradiol is often misunderstood and feared despite its potential benefits How high doses of estriol may cause unwanted effects in some women Why topical progesterone may be helpful for women who do not tolerate oral progesterone well Why hormone health matters beyond symptom management How The Great Menopause Myth offers a different perspective on menopause and aging Why many women still receive inadequate medical support during menopause How misconceptions about hormone therapy can leave women isolated and misinformed Why more research is needed using bioidentical hormones How upcoming studies may compare traditional HRT to physiologic hormone restoration Why achieving hormone levels closer to a healthy younger woman may be beneficial for some women How proper hormone cycling may support lighter periods and fewer PMS symptoms Why the current narrative around menopause can hurt women     Sponsors Head to cozyearth.com and use my code HORMONES for 20% off sitewide! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here!     Are you in perimenopause or postmenopause and struggling with symptoms—but not getting the support you deserve? At Midlife Solutions, we specialize in hormone optimization for women in midlife. Our all-female clinical team offers telehealth care across all 50 U.S. states, with the ability to prescribe bioidentical estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid medication.   Book your FREE Hormone Discovery Call Find out what's really driving your symptoms and what your next best steps are.   Visit the website: https://karenmartel.com   Shop the Midlife Solutions Store Over-the-counter bioidentical hormone creams and oils — no prescription needed. Including: • Progesterone • Estrogen Face Cream • Vaginal Moisturizer and more!   Take the Hormone Quiz Discover hidden hormone imbalances that could be driving your symptoms. Get personalized results (and yes, they may surprise you).   Women's Peptide Weight Loss Program Clinically guided, hormone-aware weight loss for midlife women.   Midlife RESET HRT Program A complete, supportive approach to hormone replacement therapy in midlife.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram