In This Episode:
Are you struggling with energy, mood swings, or inflammation? It might be time to take a closer look at your hormones.
In this episode of the Functional Nutrition Podcast, I have a great conversation with hormone expert Dr. Michelle Sands and the best strategies for optimizing female hormones to reduce inflammation and help you thrive in life.
How Hormonal Imbalances Affect Your Health
Dr. Sands reveals how hormone imbalances—especially as we age—can affect everything from your mental clarity to your physical health. She shares powerful strategies, including the benefits of bioidentical hormones, and how these can be a game-changer for women in their 40s and beyond.
If you’ve been feeling off, this episode will offer the guidance you need to start feeling like yourself again.
Simple Changes for Maximum Impact
Tune in to learn how small changes in diet, lifestyle, and hormone optimization can make a massive difference in your well-being. Don’t let hormone imbalances hold you back any longer—discover the tools to take control of your health today!
- 00:00 Overcoming Medical Challenges: A Personal Journey
- 00:26 Introduction to Dr. Michelle Sands
- 00:40 Optimizing Female Hormones: An Overview
- 01:13 The Importance of Bioidentical Hormones
- 01:35 Modern Medicine’s Shortcomings for Women
- 01:41 Natural Health Strategies for Women
- 02:05 Promoting Natural Health Resources
- 02:42 Introduction to the Interview with Dr. Michelle Sands
- 05:02 Interview with Dr. Michelle Sands Begins
- 05:25 The Failure of Conventional Medicine for Women
- 14:59 The Impact of Birth Control Pills
- 18:23 The Risks of Long-Term Medication Use
- 20:09 The Importance of Proper Stomach Acid
- 22:02 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause
- 22:36 Symptoms and Misconceptions of Hormone Decline
- 24:17 The Importance of Hormone Replacement Therapy
- 25:53 Balancing Hormones Naturally
- 31:03 Testing and Diagnosing Hormone Levels
- 33:21 Bioidentical vs Synthetic Hormones
- 37:48 Conclusion and Resources
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