Dr. Christine Maren, a medical doctor and certified functional medicine practitioner specializing in women’s health, shares her expertise on gut health, hormones, and the complex interplay between digestion and the menopausal transition. In this episode, she explains the differences in gut diversity between men and women, explores how shifts in estrogen and progesterone affect the gut, and discusses why sensitivity to alcohol, caffeine, and certain foods often increases during perimenopause. Dr. Maren also delves into the benefits of strength training, detoxification, dietary fibre, and critically examines the use of birth control pills for perimenopausal symptoms, advocating for more holistic approaches.

Episode Overview:
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) Gut Health and Perimenopause Transition
(14:00) Histamine, Detoxification, and Midlife Changes
(19:00) Estrogen Detoxification and Gut Health
(32:00) Resilience and Fibre in Midlife
(40:00) Carbohydrates, Gut Health, and Thyroid
(50:00) Resilience and Hormone Balance in Women
(53:00) The Importance of Good Carbohydrates
(57:00) Strength Training, Confidence, and Birth Control
(1:04:00) Birth Control Risks in Perimenopause
(1:15:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

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Ariel Garten explores the transformative potential of neurofeedback for stress reduction, sleep improvement, and brain health. Ariel, a neuroscientist, fashion designer turned entrepreneur, and co-founder of Muse, discusses how meditation and the Muse brain-sensing headband can be game-changers for women navigating midlife challenges such as stress, anxiety, and sleep issues. Learn about the aging brain, the ruminating inner voice, sleep stages, and the benefits of both short and longer meditation practices.

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Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) The Benefits of Regular Meditation
(16:00) Exploring Meditation and Self-Discovery
(25:00) Real-Time Brain Health Meditation Technology
(38:00) Embracing Sleep, Overcoming Anxiety
(45:00) Understanding Brain Waves and Meditation
(48:00) Enhancing Brain Health Through Neurofeedback
(52:00) Understanding Sleep Cycles and Timing
(1:04:00) Optimal Meditation Duration and Benefits
(1:08:00) Meditation's Impact on Brain Health
(1:15:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

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Dr. Kelly Casperson is back to dig into the world of hormones, hormone replacement therapy, and how to make informed decisions for optimal health. Dr. Casperson, a board-certified urologist and women’s sexual health specialist, discusses common misconceptions about menopause, the importance of timing in hormone therapy, and the benefits of vaginal estrogen and DHEA. They also touch on cardiovascular health, skin health, and the challenges of aging well in today's world. If you're a woman interested in understanding how hormones impact your overall well-being, this episode is a must-watch! As Dr. Casperson aptly puts it, 'I want you to make a decision based on facts, not fear.'

Episode Overview:
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(4:00) Educating on Menopause and Hormones
(12:00) Estrogen and Cardiovascular Health
(16:00) Redefining Menopause and Hormone Therapy
(23:00) Navigating Hormone Therapy Conversations With Providers
(32:00) Hormones, Skin, and Longevity
(39:00) The Fallacy of Naturalistic Health
(48:00) Menopause, Hormones, and Genital Health
(51:00) Hormones and Female Sexual Health
(1:03:00) Informed Consent and Women's Health
(1:08:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

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