THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Nig

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  Eps 449: How Long Does HRT Take to Work? 5 Factors That May Affect Your Results 14.09.2026 22min

  How long does hormone replacement therapy take to work, and what does it mean when you still do not feel like yourself after starting it?HRT can be life-changing for an appropriately screened woman. It may improve hot flashes, night sweats, sleep, mood, and overall quality of life while supporting bone health through midlife. But two women can receive the same hormone dose and have very different experiences.In this episode, I explain why HRT does not work in isolation and what may deserve attention before starting treatment or when the transformation you expected has not happened.We explore how estrogen and testosterone can be absorbed and processed differently, why symptoms such as bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, hair changes, acne, and stubborn weight deserve follow-up, and how thyroid function, sleep, stress, medications, and other health concerns can influence how you feel.HRT may take several weeks to begin improving certain symptoms and up to three months to reach its fuller effect. But waiting longer is not always the answer. Your follow-up is part of the treatment.In This Episode00:00 Why HRT does not work in isolation02:47 The potential benefits of beginning HRT during the hormonally shifting years04:37 What happens after you take estrogen05:17 Why the same estradiol dose can affect two women differently07:51 Testosterone, DHT, and unwanted androgenic symptoms09:08 How the gut and liver may influence hormone processing12:25 A client story about bloating, inflammation, and weight changes after starting HRT13:34 Thyroid function and symptoms commonly blamed on menopause15:35 Cortisol, sleep, energy, and the stress response17:07 Why adding hormones does not erase existing health concerns18:04 Using HRT intelligently, comprehensively, and with relevant dataConnect with BriaInstagram: @bria_period_whispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comLooking for more support as you navigate hormones, stubborn weight, and your changing body?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll find practical education, tools, and a community of women navigating perimenopause and menopause with you.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength-training courses💛 Lab-testing education💛 HRT, GLP-1, and peptide resources💛 Recipes, meal-planning tools, guided meditations, and moreStop trying to piece everything together alone. Join us inside Midlife Mojo and start building a plan that supports your changing body.✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 448: Gaining Weight Despite Diet and Exercise? Your Thyroid May Be the Missing Piece with Dr. Amie Hornaman 10.09.2026 52min

  Have you been eating well, exercising consistently, and still gaining weight, only to be told that your thyroid labs are “normal”?For many women in their 40s and 50s, stubborn weight, exhaustion, brain fog, constipation, thinning hair, low mood, and feeling unusually cold are quickly blamed on perimenopause or aging. But because these symptoms can overlap with thyroid dysfunction, it may be worth asking what was actually evaluated.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Amie Hornaman, also known as The Thyroid-Fixer, to explore the connection between thyroid health, metabolism, and perimenopause. Dr. Amie breaks down the language of thyroid health, including TSH, free T4, free T3, reverse T3, T2, and thyroid antibodies. She also shares why she believes symptoms and medical history should be considered alongside laboratory results.We also discuss why women should not automatically respond to unexplained weight gain by eating less or exercising harder, which thyroid questions they can bring to their healthcare provider, and why sleep, nutrition, stress, gut health, and foundational habits still matter.In This Episode00:00 Introduction02:54 Dr. Amie’s experience with unexplained weight gain06:02 Being dismissed by six doctors before receiving a thyroid diagnosis09:50 Why thyroid dysfunction can begin before midlife11:06 “Thyropause” and the overlap between thyroid symptoms and perimenopause12:51 Hashimoto’s disease and autoimmune thyroid dysfunction16:21 How the body converts T4 into active T318:00 TSH, free T4, free T3, and reverse T3 explained24:07 What T2 is and Dr. Amie’s perspective on supplementation26:04 TPO and thyroglobulin antibodies30:16 Questions to ask when requesting thyroid testing32:29 Connecting thyroid symptoms with laboratory results35:40 Why thyroid treatment should be individualized and medically supervised40:43 T2 supplements, metabolism, and body composition44:04 Nutrition, sleep, stress, and foundational thyroid support48:30 Dr. Amie’s book, The Thyroid Fixer51:17 Where to learn more from Dr. AmieConnect with Dr. Amie HornamanWebsite: https://dramie.comPodcast: The Thyroid FixerBook: The Thyroid FixerConnect with BriaInstagram: @bria_period_whispererReady to stop second-guessing what your changing body is trying to tell you?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll find practical education and support for navigating stubborn weight, hormones, metabolism, thyroid health, nutrition, strength training, peptides, HRT, lab testing, sleep, and recovery in midlife.You’ll also have access to courses, symptom-specific trainings, live coaching, recipes, guided meditations, and a community of women going through perimenopause and menopause with you.Comment MOJO on Instagram, or start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow 
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  Eps 447: Why Your Body Holds Onto Weight: The Physiology of Feeling Safe 07.09.2026 34min

  What if we have been approaching weight loss in the wrong order?For years, women have been told that losing weight is how we become healthy. But when you are eating well, exercising, and doing all the “right” things without seeing results, pushing harder may place even more demand on a body that is already struggling to keep up.In this episode, I explain what I call survival mode or health debt, a state in which the energy available to your body is no longer keeping up with everything being asked of it.I also share my own experience of eating less, exercising more, gaining weight, and feeling progressively worse at 37. What I initially blamed on perimenopause was part of a much bigger picture involving my energy demands, recovery, nutrition, stress, and underlying health.This is the paradigm shift: you do not simply lose weight to become healthy. Supporting your mental, biological, and physiological health may be the first step toward helping your body respond differently.In This Episode00:00 Introduction01:02 What watching Outlast taught me about women’s health02:01 Why the strongest shelter changed the survival game04:29 How the survival-show analogy applies to women in midlife05:13 How I realized my body had entered survival mode at 3707:22 What “survival mode” means inside the body08:17 Why fat loss and muscle building require energy09:00 Stress, libido, reproductive function, and energy conservation11:22 Why we may have the relationship between health and weight loss backwards13:17 Why perimenopause may expose a deeper problem13:25 The three reasons your energy supply may not meet its demand17:47 Signs that your body may be struggling with health debt19:00 Why normal conventional labs do not always explain how you feel21:57 What functional lab testing may help investigate23:18 Building your health foundation before reaching for another quick fix25:34 GLP-1s, HRT, and why foundational health still matters26:41 The three steps I use to begin rebuilding the body30:20 Symptoms worth noticing and choosing your next stepConnect with BriaInstagram: @bria_period_whispererReady to stop exhausting yourself and start with the foundations?Inside Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days, we focus on the nutrition, movement, sleep, recovery, and daily practices that can support your body before you reach for another extreme workout or restrictive diet.Start here: https://bit.ly/mojowins
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  Eps 446: GLP-1s for Women Over 40: Benefits, Risks and Mistakes to Avoid with Jay Campbell 03.09.2026 57min

  GLP-1 medications and peptides are everywhere right now. But how do you separate thoughtful, medically supervised use from another weight-loss trend?In this episode, I sit down with Jay Campbell, six-time international bestselling author, co-founder of BioLongevity Labs, and author of **Metabolic Awakening. Jay has been researching and personally exploring hormone optimization and therapeutic peptides for more than two decades, long before peptides became a mainstream social media conversation.Together, we explore what peptides actually are, why GLP-1 medications should be treated as tools rather than magic solutions, and what women in perimenopause and menopause should understand before considering them.We also discuss the risks of unverified products, inappropriate dosing, poor medical supervision, and using appetite suppression without a plan to support nutrition, muscle, metabolic health, and long-term results. Jay shares his perspective on testosterone therapy for women, hormone testing, choosing an experienced prescriber, and why stacking several peptides at once can create more confusion than clarity.This conversation is essential because it is about becoming an informed woman who understands the questions to ask before using a powerful intervention.In This Episode00:00 Introduction02:14 Jay’s 20-year journey with hormones and therapeutic peptides08:55 What peptides are and how they work in the body11:30 Why GLP-1 education, dosing, and supervision matter16:28 Supporting the body versus overriding its biology17:07 The health foundations Jay recommends before using peptides21:50 Labs, metabolic health, and the bigger hormone picture28:16 What women should understand about testosterone levels30:20 Testosterone delivery methods and individualized treatment35:19 Creams, dosing, side effects, and monitoring40:15 Why testosterone requires a qualified prescriber41:15 Questions to ask a potential hormone provider44:42 The different categories and purposes of peptides46:00 GLP-1 medications and fat-loss goals in midlife48:27 Jay’s perspective on other therapeutic peptides52:32 Why you should avoid peptide “shiny object syndrome”53:58 Jay’s books, resources, and where to learn moreConnect with Jay CampbellInstagram: @jaycampbell1971Connect with BriaInstagram: @bria_period_whispererWant to lose weight without relying on weight-loss drugs? Start with the foundations.Whether you eventually choose to use a GLP-1 or not, your body still needs enough protein, nourishing meals, daily movement, quality sleep, recovery, and habits you can sustain. Medication cannot build those foundations for you.Inside Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days, I’ll help you begin putting these pieces into place through seven simple daily actions. No extreme workouts, restrictive diets, or expensive wellness trends. Just a practical starting point designed for women in midlife, with support and accountability along the way.Join Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days for free:https://bit.ly/mojowins
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  Eps 445: Working Out, Spending More, and Still Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause? Here’s Why 31.08.2026 41min

  How much time, money, and energy have you spent trying to lose weight in perimenopause, only to feel like your body still is not responding?Maybe you are working out harder, eating less, buying supplements, considering a GLP-1, or paying for lab tests that still leave you without clear answers.Let’s get clear.Weight-loss medications can be valuable when they are appropriately prescribed, medically monitored, and supported with enough nutrition, protein, and a plan to preserve muscle.Exercise is essential when your body has enough energy to perform, recover, and become stronger from it.Lab testing is useful when the right markers are ordered and interpreted alongside your symptoms, health history, and current lifestyle.The problem is not necessarily the medication, workout, supplement, or lab test. The problem is believing that one of them will solve everything on its own.In this solo episode, I break down four midlife health myths that can keep health-conscious women spending more money, putting more time into their routines, and using energy they do not have without getting the results they expected.Your time, money, and energy are precious. Stop investing them in strategies that are not working.In This Episode00:00 Why perimenopause health and weight-loss advice feels so overwhelming02:42 Four midlife health myths and four practical action steps05:05 Why “normal” labs do not always explain how you feel09:01 Why every midlife symptom is not necessarily caused by your sex hormones14:50 The problem with relying on “eat less and move more”19:15 GLP-1s, overtraining, undereating, and Bria’s health-debt framework20:11 Why working out can feel like spending energy you do not have21:22 Why another supplement may not fix the underlying problem25:38 Step 1: Complete your conventional health screening and keep your results26:35 Step 2: When functional lab testing may be worth considering29:48 Step 3: Return to the foundational habits supporting midlife health34:56 Step 4: Use supplements for an identified reason37:17 How to choose your next step instead of remaining stuckConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comBefore you spend more money on supplements, add another intense workout, or jump into another weight-loss plan, let’s get the foundations in place first.Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days is my free sprint for women in midlife who want to begin supporting sustainable weight loss without extreme dieting or heavy workouts.Over seven days, we’ll focus on the basics that your changing body needs, including protein-rich meals, simple movement, walking, morning and sleep habits, recovery, and nervous system support.You’ll receive one simple action each day, plus the accountability of doing it alongside other women who are ready to stop guessing and finally get started.✨ Join Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days here:https://bit.ly/mojowins
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  Eps 444: Build Muscle After 40 Without Heavy Weights or Painful Workouts with Ashley Selman 27.08.2026 50min

  Could blood flow restriction training be one of the most powerful longevity tools for women over 40?In this episode, I sit down with Ashley Selman, a strength coach with more than 30 years of experience and creator of Seli Strength, to explore blood flow restriction training, or BFR. This low-impact technique creates a muscle-building stimulus using much lighter weights.In This Episode00:00 Introduction01:55 How Ashley became a strength coach after competing as a national-level athlete03:27 Why proper form and muscle recruitment matter for results and injury prevention05:27 How pregnancy, childbirth, and everyday movement patterns can leave muscles underactive06:13 Ashley’s journey through early menopause and hip replacement at 4308:06 Losing muscle and experiencing repeated injuries despite doing everything “right”09:41 Why women need strength training in midlife, and why “just lift heavy” can be incomplete advice11:26 The science-backed alternative to heavy lifting that changed Ashley’s training12:02 What blood flow restriction training is and why the name can sound intimidating14:04 Why muscle supports longevity, metabolism, blood sugar, bones, and brain health15:29 How BFR uses lighter weights to recruit muscle fibers that become harder to activate with age18:22 Lactate, muscle fatigue, and the hormonal response to BFR training19:24 How long BFR workouts need to be21:34 How frequently Ashley recommends BFR training23:39 Why women need brief intensity alongside walking, mobility, and lighter movement25:35 Where BFR bands are placed and how they affect the body26:27 BFR training and human growth hormone29:03 Why workouts and protein remain the foundation before supplements30:39 How Ashley adjusts BFR for women with lower recovery capacity33:22 Why soreness and exhaustion are not required for an effective workout35:05 Why proper instruction and coaching matter when beginning BFR37:59 Protein and workout nutrition for supporting muscle growth39:57 Creatine for muscle, recovery, and healthy aging41:40 How Ashley incorporates BFR alongside other forms of strength trainingConnect with Ashley SelmanFREE Workout Plan for Women over 45 - 4-page PDF -  https://www.selistrength.com/free-workout-plan-signupSeli Strength Instagram: @selistrengthWebsite: https://www.selistrength.comUse BRIA50 for $50 off of BFR bands and $100 off of BFR Bands and Workouts togetherYouTube: Seli StrengthConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to lose weight without punishing your changing body?Let’s start with the foundations. Join me for Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days, a free challenge for midlife women who want to begin building the foundations for sustainable weight loss without heavy workouts or extreme dieting.Join Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UM4d2bFxPo_1gJcjmPYnjOyHzGLgcgKUtDDQHlN9fgQ/edit?usp=sharing Blood flow restriction training is not appropriate for everyone. Consult a qualified healthcare or fitness professional before beginning, particularly if you have cardiovascular or vascular conditions, clotting concerns, uncontrolled blood pressure, recent surgery, pregnancy, or another relevant medical condition.
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  Eps 443: Eating More and Exercising Less Helped Me Lose Weight in Perimenopause 24.08.2026 32min

  Are you eating well, exercising consistently, and still gaining weight or feeling worse in your body?For years, I believed the answer was to tighten up my nutrition, burn more calories, and become more disciplined. I was a personal trainer and nutrition coach, working out six days a week, eating around 1,400 calories, and still watching my body change.In this episode, I share the personal experiences tat contributed to what I now call “health debt,” including a life-threatening postpartum hemorrhage, years of low energy, sleepless nights supporting my daughter through anxiety, repeated illness, grief, divorce, solo parenting, and the pressure to keep showing up as though I was fine.I also explain why perimenopause may expose the strain your body has been carrying for years, why eating less and exercising more can stop producing results, and what changed when I finally began eating more, exercising less, prioritizing protein, and allowing my body to recover.Weight gain may be the symptom that gets your attention, but it may not be the first problem your body needs you to address. In This Episode00:00 Why health-conscious women can do everything right and still gain weight01:20 Working out six days a week, eating 1,400 calories, and getting worse results02:20 How I entered the fitness and nutrition industry03:08 What I now understand about the “eat less, move more” approach04:32 Childbirth, low iron, motherhood, sleeplessness, and the experiences that accumulated in my body07:20 What I mean by health debt and why perimenopause can expose it08:51 The symptoms I began experiencing at 3711:20 Waking at 4 a.m., doubling my pre-workout, and cutting more calories12:52 Why pushing harder made my exhaustion and weight gain worse15:52 Why normal lab results did not mean my symptoms were imaginary17:25 What happened when I began eating more and exercising less18:30 Navigating grief, divorce, solo parenting, and another period of overwhelming stress20:30 Becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner21:32 What functional testing helped me understand about my digestion, gut health, hormones, and recovery25:36 Why weight loss was not the first problem my body needed to solve27:12 How intense workouts can add more pressure when your body is already struggling29:59 The first step toward working with your body instead of fighting itConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to start losing weight differently in midlife?Join me for  Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days, a FREE  challenge for midlife women who want to begin moving toward sustainable weight loss without heavy workouts or extreme dieting.During our seven days together, you’ll learn how to:• Make simple shifts around food and protein• Use walking and supportive movement instead of punishing cardio• Build morning and sleep habits that support your recovery• Understand how stress and your nervous system affect your body• Take one realistic action every day with support and accountabilityThis is not a promise of a dramatic seven-day transformation. It is an opportunity to stop overhauling everything at once, begin working with your changing body, and notice how it responds to a different kind of support.The free challenge begins August 22 inside our Skool community. Enrollment closes August 21 at 11:59 PM.Join Lose Weight Smarter in 7 Days here:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UM4d2bFxPo_1gJcjmPYnjOyHzGLgcgKUtDDQHlN9fgQ/edit?usp=sharing 
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  Eps 442: Can You Reverse Insulin Resistance in Midlife? What Women Need to Know with Dr Jason Shumard 20.08.2026 53min

  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jason Shumard, D.C., to discuss what people have not been taught about insulin resistance, blood sugar, and type 2 diabetes, including how changing hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition, and muscle can shape the conversation for women in midlife.In This Episode00:00 What women have not been taught about blood sugar and insulin resistance01:31 Dr. Jason’s journey into metabolic health and functional medicine03:58 Why his mother believed her type 2 diabetes was under control05:31 How diabetes can progress before someone feels seriously unwell05:46 Kidney failure, dialysis, stroke, and the loss that changed his mission08:49 How glucose, insulin, and insulin receptors work inside the body12:27 Why prediabetes should be taken seriously12:44 The additional factors Dr. Jason considers when investigating insulin resistance15:20 Questioning whether conventional diabetes management addresses the complete picture16:25 Why insulin resistance may develop years before a diabetes diagnosis17:03 Perimenopause, menopause, stress hormones, and blood sugar regulation21:08 The limitations of looking at one blood result in isolation21:31 Blood testing versus DUTCH hormone and cortisol testing25:22 Why insulin resistance may become more noticeable during midlife26:11 Comprehensive blood testing and looking beyond disease ranges29:08 Treating your health like an investment in your future30:39 The environmental and toxicity testing Dr. Jason uses in his practice32:38 Nutrition, movement, and the foundations of metabolic health34:08 Why foundational work is not glamorous but still matters37:21 Simple nutrition, movement, and strength-training shifts38:54 Hormone support, HRT, and supplements discussed in the episode41:42 Common patterns Dr. Jason reports seeing in women’s lab work43:35 Inflammation markers, including CRP, ApoB, Lp(a), homocysteine, and uric acid48:44 Why investing in health now may protect your quality of life later51:17 Triglycerides, HDL, and questions to ask about metabolic health52:20 Dr. Jason’s free diabetes webinar and where to learn moreConnect with Dr. Jason ShumardWebsite: https://drshumard.comInstagram: @drjasonshumarddcConnect with MeInstagram: @bria_period_whispererWebsite: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.comDoing all the “right” things but still struggling with stubborn weight in midlife?Inside Midlife Mojo, I help women over 35 understand why their bodies may no longer respond to the same diets and workouts that once worked. You’ll learn how sleep, stress, hormones, nutrition, muscle, blood sugar, and accumulated health debt may all influence your weight-loss results.Your membership also includes:💛 Sustainable workout and midlife weight-loss strategies💛 Strength-training plans designed for women over 35💛 Protein guides, recipes, meal-planning support, and trackers💛 Education on hormones, metabolism, functional labs, HRT, and peptides💛 Monthly live coaching and a community of women navigating these changes together✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonowThis episode is for educational purposes and includes the guest’s clinical perspectives and opinions. It does not replace individualized medical care. Do not stop or change diabetes medication without working with a qualified healthcare professional
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  Eps 441: 6 Perimenopause Supplements You May Be Wasting Money On 17.08.2026 27min

  Are you spending hundreds of dollars on supplements for perimenopause, menopause, stubborn weight, cortisol, sleep, and hormone balance but still not feeling better?In this episode, I’m breaking down which midlife supplements may be worth your money, which ones are commonly misused, and why taking more supplements is rarely the complete solution for fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, or menopause weight gain.I discuss green powders, fat burners, menopause gummies, cortisol supplements, over-the-counter hormone creams, and collagen. I also share my foundational supplement shortlist, including magnesium glycinate, omega-3s, vitamin D3 with K2, creatine, trace minerals, and protein powder.Supplements should fill specific gaps in your health routine. They should never replace protein, strength training, complete meals, sleep, movement, recovery, or personalized guidance.In This Episode00:00 Why women spend hundreds on supplements without seeing results01:20 Taking the wrong supplements at the wrong time for the wrong reason02:15 Why supplements cannot repair a missing health foundation03:00 Greens powders and why they do not replace vegetables or complete meals04:49 Fat burners, stimulants, and menopause weight loss06:13 What to check before buying menopause-support gummies07:14 Cortisol supplements and why cortisol is not automatically the enemy08:20 Over-the-counter progesterone, estrogen, and DHEA creams09:28 Collagen versus complete protein for women in midlife10:35 How I would spend $300 on midlife health support11:10 Step one: Build your hormone and metabolic foundations13:47 Step two: Test instead of guessing15:45 Functional lab testing for hormones, cortisol, thyroid, gut health, inflammation, nutrients, and blood sugar16:36 Step three: Take the right supplement in the right dose and order18:09 My foundational supplement shortlist for perimenopause and menopause18:15 Magnesium glycinate for sleep, stress, muscle recovery, and regularity18:55 Omega-3s for heart health, brain health, mood, and inflammatory balance19:35 Why I recommend testing before taking vitamin D3 and K220:12 Creatine for muscle, strength, recovery, and healthy aging20:47 Trace minerals for hydration, energy, and muscle function21:36 When a high-quality protein powder may be worth the money22:30 Why the healthiest women do not have the largest supplement cabinetsConnect with MeInstagram: @bria_period_whispererWebsite: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.comDoing all the “right” things but still struggling with stubborn weight in midlife?Inside Midlife Mojo, I help women over 35 understand why their bodies may no longer respond to the same diets, workouts, and supplements that once worked.Every new member begins with my 90-Day Hormone Revival, a foundational roadmap for supporting hormones, metabolism, energy, sleep, strength, and sustainable weight loss through my S3 Method: Stabilize, Support, Strengthen.Inside the community, you’ll also find:💛 Sustainable workout and midlife weight-loss strategies💛 Strength-training plans designed for women over 35💛 Protein guides, recipes, meal-planning support, and trackers💛 Perimenopause, menopause, hormone, metabolism, HRT, and peptide education💛 Live coaching and a community of women navigating these changes together✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 440: What’s Really in Your Dog’s Food? Pet Nutrition, Vaccines & Longevity with Dr. Judy Morgan 13.08.2026 56min

  Have you ever wondered whether the food, vaccines, flea treatments, and everyday products you choose could be affecting your pet’s long-term health?This episode is a little different because we are not talking about our bodies. We are talking about the animals we love like family.I sit down with Dr. Judy Morgan, an integrative veterinarian, author, and host of the Naturally Healthy Pets podcast, to explore a more informed and individualized approach to caring for dogs and cats.Dr. Judy shares her perspective on pet nutrition, vaccines, flea and tick products, spaying and neutering, supplements, lab work, and why pet parents should feel empowered to ask better questions.In This Episode00:00 Introduction01:48 Dr. Judy’s journey from conventional to integrative veterinary medicine07:56 Why health span matters as much as lifespan for pets10:00 How to become a more informed advocate for your pet12:39 Why veterinary care should reflect your pet’s individual lifestyle13:39 Vaccines, rabies requirements, and antibody titers15:05 Pet food, highly processed ingredients, and whole-food alternatives23:31 Dr. Judy’s concerns about conventional flea and tick products27:37 Alternative approaches to flea and tick prevention31:13 How household products and pet treatments may affect the whole family33:07 Hormones, spaying, neutering, and questions to discuss with your veterinarian39:08 Supplements Dr. Judy uses with her own pets41:36 Minerals, testing, and the risks of supplementing without guidance45:35 Simple whole-food toppers to add to your pet’s meals47:40 Where overwhelmed pet parents can begin48:16 Reviewing veterinary records and advocating during appointments51:56 Letting go of guilt when you learn something new52:02 Special book offer and where to connect with Dr. JudyConnect with Dr. Judy MorganInstagram: @drjudymorganConnect with MeInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comDoing all the “right” things but still struggling with stubborn weight in midlife?Inside Midlife Mojo, I help women over 35 understand why their bodies may no longer respond to the same diets and workouts that once worked. You’ll learn how hormones, sleep, stress, nutrition, muscle, and accumulated health debt may all affect your weight-loss results.Every new member begins with the 90-Day Hormone Revival, my foundational roadmap for supporting your metabolism, energy, sleep, hormones, and strength through the S3 Method: Stabilize, Support, Strengthen.You’ll also find sustainable workout and weight-loss strategies, strength-training plans, protein guides, recipes, practical trackers, live coaching, and a community of women navigating these changes with you.✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonowThis episode is for educational purposes and does not replace individualized veterinary care. Speak with a qualified veterinarian before changing your pet’s diet, medication, supplements, vaccines, or parasite-prevention plan.
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  Eps 439: The Invisible Mental Load: Why Perimenopause Feels So Overwhelming 10.08.2026 19min

  Are perimenopause symptoms making it harder to keep being the strong woman everyone depends on?This episode is for the high-achieving woman carrying the invisible mental load. She manages the family calendar, supports her partner and children, checks on aging parents, leads at work, and still feels guilty when she takes five minutes to rest.In this episode, I explore why high-functioning women struggle to ask for or receive support during perimenopause, how chronic stress and the invisible mental load can intensify the experience of menopause symptoms, and why constantly pushing through may leave you feeling even more depleted.Being strong does not mean carrying everything alone. Sometimes the healthiest and strongest thing you can do in midlife is allow yourself to receive support.In This Episode00:00 Introduction00:35 The woman everyone depends on01:46 Looking capable on the outside while struggling underneath02:24 Why perimenopause asks high-achieving women to slow down03:27 Why your next level of strength may involve receiving support03:52 The difference between training like an Olympian and being supported like one05:29 When being needed becomes part of your identity06:20 The hidden cost of always being the strong one07:27 How your support system can quietly become smaller07:55 The connection between social support and menopause symptoms08:49 Why feeling overwhelmed can make it harder to ask for help09:32 Challenging the belief that your worth comes from what you carry10:12 Why support is a health resource11:04 How support can change the weight of your symptoms11:41 The advice you would give your child during perimenopause12:34 Symptoms, stress, responsibilities, and the invisible mental load13:05 Why strength does not mean doing everything yourself14:08 The power of being understood by women who have lived it15:02 How Midlife Mojo supports women through midlife16:12 Giving yourself permission to set some of the weight downConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to feel supported through this changing season?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll join a community that understands and fully supports women through perimenopause and menopause. You’ll receive expert education, practical tools, and guidance to help you understand your changing body and navigate midlife with greater confidence.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 438: The Menopause Brain: How Estrogen Affects Memory, Mood & Focus 06.08.2026 20min

  Have you ever wondered why perimenopause can make you feel like a different person or affect the way you connect with the people you love?My sister and I often laugh about having less patience and needing more space during perimenopause. But underneath the jokes is a real neurological transition that can affect memory, mood, sleep, focus, and stress tolerance.The key to navigating this season is understanding that there is a scientific reason behind what you are experiencing and learning what to do with that information.In this episode, I explain what is happening inside the menopause brain, how to communicate those changes, how to ask specifically for the support you need, and how to manage your symptoms with greater understanding and less guilt.Your brain is changing, but you are not becoming a different person. Understanding the context can help you move through this transition with more compassion for yourself and the people you love.In This Episode00:00 Introduction00:48 How perimenopause can affect partners, families, friendships, and work relationships02:28 Why menopause does not only happen to women, it also happens to relationships03:41 Why you are not becoming a different person04:37 Why perimenopause is also a neurological transition05:18 How estrogen affects communication inside the brain06:17 Brain fog, emotional changes, stress sensitivity, and disrupted sleep07:08 Why the menopause brain is adapting, not breaking07:45 How invisible symptoms can create relationship strain09:18 Why women may not recognize their own symptoms10:31 Replacing blame with biology and creating room for compassion11:36 How to talk about perimenopause with the people you love12:09 Describing what is happening without apologizing for being hormonal12:48 How to ask specifically for the support you need13:28 Inviting your partner into the learning process14:10 Becoming a team instead of turning against each other14:39 Protecting your relationships during the menopause transition15:54 The 90-Day Hormone Revival and Whisper Room inside Midlife Mojo17:21 Why your body is asking to be understoodConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to feel supported through this changing season?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll join a community that understands and fully supports women through perimenopause and menopause. You’ll receive expert education, practical tools, and guidance to help you understand your changing body and navigate midlife with greater confidence.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonowCredits to the following for the clips:Dr. Daniel Amen, American psychiatrist, author, and public speaker on Lisa Bilyeu’s podcastThe Jay Shetty Podcast with Tamsen Fadal
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  Eps 437: Why Rest Is Essential for Women’s Weight Loss 03.08.2026 26min

  Have you ever returned from vacation feeling better in your body, even though you exercised less, ate differently, and let your normal routine go?In this episode, Bria shares the realization she had after returning from two weeks in Greece, where she stopped working out, ate incredible food, slowed down, and gave herself permission to be fully present.She explores why so many women treat rest as something they must earn and how the pressure to remain productive can affect the nervous system, energy, recovery, digestion, hormones, and weight loss during perimenopause.Bria also explains why the body may need more protection rather than more pressure in midlife. She shares three practices for supporting your body through rest, choosing what feels nourishing, and celebrating recovery as an essential part of hormone health.Your body may not be asking you to do more. It may be asking you to slow down long enough to finally hear what it needs.In This Episode00:00 Why Bria almost did not record this episode00:48 What two weeks in Greece taught Bria about her body02:13 Why vacations can reveal what your body has been missing03:08 How women learn to connect their worth with productivity04:38 Why slowing down, mobility work, and nervous system support can feel uncomfortable05:44 How perimenopause changes the body’s resilience to stress07:14 Why your body may need more protection instead of more discipline08:03 The order of healing and why the foundational work takes time09:21 Why Bria jokes that Costa Rica could help her clients lose weight faster10:27 Why vacation did not magically heal Bria’s hormones10:55 What happened when Bria’s nervous system finally felt safe12:15 Three ways to begin changing your relationship with rest12:43 Why you need to stop earning your rest13:30 What nature can teach us about recovery and productivity15:22 Asking what feels supportive instead of what burns the most calories16:40 How rest creates a stronger foundation for HRT and peptide therapy17:26 Why recovery deserves to be celebrated18:13 The connection between modern life, overwhelm, and perimenopause symptoms18:52 Why your body may be refusing to carry a life that no longer fits20:34 Changing your relationship with yourself during perimenopause21:08 Why information is not always the missing piece22:48 How Midlife Mojo helps women build resilience without perfectionConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to stop second-guessing your symptoms?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll learn how to understand what your body is trying to tell you with expert education, practical tools, and a community of women navigating the same season of life.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 436: The Most Unsexy Thing You Can Do for Perimenopause Digestion with Dr. Meg Mill 30.07.2026 46min

  Have you ever wondered whether the way you speak to yourself could affect your digestion, hormones, and weight loss?In this episode, Bria sits down with Dr. Meg Mill, a doctor of clinical pharmacy and certified functional medicine practitioner, to explore the connection between thoughts, the nervous system, and physical symptoms.Dr. Meg explains why stress can affect digestion, sleep, cravings, and energy, and shares her Seven Second Switch for interrupting unhelpful thoughts in real time.They also discuss the Solara Method, a root-cause approach that starts with calming the nervous system before supporting digestion, nutrition, metabolism, hormones, and detoxification.Your body is not failing you. It may be responding to signals you have not been taught to notice.In This Episode00:00 Introduction01:42 Dr. Meg’s personal health journey and discovery of functional medicine07:00 How thoughts affect digestion and the nervous system11:06 Why perimenopause can make the stress response feel more intense15:05 Neuroplasticity and changing long-held thought patterns19:58 The Seven Second Switch explained24:00 Why repetition helps create new neural pathways25:55 How to begin noticing your negative thought patterns27:49 Why women often carry so much pressure and self-criticism29:43 A client story and why mindset work can change physical symptoms33:48 The steps of the Seven Second Switch36:16 Body image, cortisol, and the impact of negative self-talk37:07 The Solara Method and why healing needs to happen in the right order41:27 Why nervous system regulation is the foundation of Dr. Meg’s method45:33 Dr. Meg’s upcoming book and where to learn moreConnect with Dr. Meg MillInstagram: @drmegmillWebsite: https://megmill.comBook: https://sevensecondswitch.comPodcast: A Little Bit HealthierConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to stop second-guessing your symptoms?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll learn how to understand what your body is trying to tell you with expert education, practical tools, and a community of women navigating the same season of life.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 435: Why Willpower Doesn’t Work for Weight Loss (Especially in Perimenopause)| Dr. Glenn Livingston 27.07.2026 55min

  Have you ever wondered why cravings seem so much harder to manage than they used to be?For many women in perimenopause, it’s easy to assume it’s simply a lack of discipline. But what if your cravings aren’t a character flaw at all? What if they’re the result of biology meeting a modern food environment that was never designed for your health?In this episode, Bria sits down with Dr. Glenn Livingston, psychologist, bestselling author of Never Binge Again, and expert on the psychology of overeating, to unpack why cravings exist, why willpower eventually runs out, and how women can build healthier habits without relying on constant self-control.Together, they explore how hormonal changes in perimenopause can amplify cravings, why today’s ultra-processed food environment makes healthy eating more challenging than ever, and practical strategies for working with your brain instead of fighting against it.In This Episode00:00 Introduction03:48 Why women often blame themselves instead of their changing biology07:36 The difference between emotional eating and habitual eating12:11 Why breaking food habits is different from breaking other habits17:45 How perimenopause changes your relationship with food20:12 Why the coping strategies that worked in your 20s may stop working in perimenopause21:22 Why “just eat mindfully” isn’t enough in today’s food environment23:25 Why willpower eventually runs out (and what to rely on instead)30:42 How simple food rules reduce decision fatigue36:18 Why cravings aren’t a sign of weakness44:46 The surprising reason cravings are actually a sign of healthy human biology49:15 How to work with your brain instead of constantly fighting it54:27 Practical strategies to create an environment that supports healthier eating58:40 Final advice for women navigating perimenopause and food cravingsConnect with Dr. Glenn LivingstonInstagram: @livingstonglennWebsite: https://neverbingeagain.comConnect with BriaInstagram: @theperiodwhispererWebsite: https://theperiodwhisperer.comReady to stop second-guessing your symptoms?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll learn how to understand what your body is trying to tell you with expert education, practical tools, and a community of women navigating the same season of life.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 434: How to Explain Your Perimenopause Symptoms So People Finally Understand 23.07.2026 15min

  Why You Feel Dismissed in Perimenopause (And How to Finally Advocate for Yourself)One of the hardest parts of perimenopause isn’t always the symptoms.Sometimes, it’s not feeling believed.Whether you’ve been told your labs are “normal,” your symptoms are “just stress,” or that this is simply part of getting older, it’s easy to start questioning yourself.But what if your body has been communicating with you all along?In this episode, Bria explores why so many women feel dismissed during perimenopause and menopause, how invisible symptoms like brain fog, anxiety, fatigue, poor sleep, mood changes, weight gain, and hormonal shifts often go misunderstood, and why learning the language of your body can completely change the way you advocate for your health.She also shares practical ways to recognize symptom patterns, communicate more effectively with your healthcare provider, and stop second-guessing yourself when something doesn’t feel right. You’ll learn why understanding your hormones, metabolism, nervous system, and overall health can help you move from confusion to confidence during one of the biggest transitions in a woman’s life.If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe it’s just me,” this conversation is for you.  Episode Timeline00:00 – Why Feeling Dismissed Can Be One of the Hardest Parts of Midlife02:20 – The Invisible Symptoms of Perimenopause04:35 – Why So Many Women Feel Unsupported06:40 – Knowledge Replaces Fear With Confidence08:00 – How to Describe Your Symptoms So Doctors Can Better Help You09:50 – Why Understanding Your Body Changes Everything10:45 – The Power of Community During Perimenopause11:45 – Why I Created Midlife Mojo13:00 – Learning to Trust Your Body AgainReady to stop second-guessing your symptoms?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll learn how to understand what your body is trying to tell you with expert education, practical tools, and a community of women navigating the same season of life.Your membership includes:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Hormone, metabolism, nutrition, and strength training courses💛 Lab testing education💛 Peptides and HRT resources💛 Recipes, meal planning, guided meditations, and more✨ Start your 7-day free trial here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow
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  Eps 433: “Maybe It’s Not Just You” | Why So Many Women Feel Dismissed in Perimenopause 20.07.2026 14min

  Why Women Feel So Stuck in Perimenopause (And the Community I Wish Every Woman Had)If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still not feeling like yourself…You’re not alone.Maybe you’re eating well, exercising consistently, trying every supplement, listening to every podcast, and still waking up exhausted, gaining weight, struggling with brain fog, or wondering why your body suddenly feels so different.In this solo episode, I share why I believe more women than ever are feeling overwhelmed during perimenopause and menopause, and why the answer isn’t another quick fix.Instead, it’s having the right roadmap, the right education, and the right community to help you understand what your body is actually asking for.I also take you behind the scenes of Midlife Mojo, the membership I’ve dreamed of creating for years. A place where women can stop piecing together advice from Google, social media, and endless podcasts, and finally have one trusted home for learning, support, and real transformation.  Episode Timeline00:00 – Why More Women Than Ever Feel Stuck in Midlife07:20 – Understanding Health Debt and Why Your Body Feels Different13:45 – Why Foundations Always Come Before Optimization15:40 – Why Another Podcast or Instagram Post Isn’t Enough17:15 – Why I Created Midlife Mojo18:20 – Inside the 90-Day Hormone Revival19:30 – The Whisper Room: Understanding Your Body’s Unique Symptoms20:50 – Live Coaching, Community, and Weekly Support22:15 – Workouts, Nutrition, Peptides, Recipes & Meditations23:30 – Why I Wanted Midlife Mojo to Be Accessible for Every WomanReady to stop guessing and start understanding your body?Inside Midlife Mojo, you’ll get access to:💛 The 90-Day Hormone Revival💛 The Whisper Room with symptom-specific trainings💛 Weekly live coaching and Q&A sessions💛 Bria’s home workout program💛 Nutrition courses, recipes, and meal planning💛 The Ultimate Guide to Peptides for Women in Perimenopause💛 Guided meditations and practical wellness tools💛 A community of women navigating the same season alongside youPlus, you can explore everything with a 7-day free trial.✨ Learn more here:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonowConnect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 
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  Eps 432: Recurring UTIs After Menopause? It Might Not Be a UTI | Interstitial Cystitis Explained with Heather Florio 16.07.2026 46min

  Recurring UTI Symptoms? It Might Not Actually Be a UTI.If you’ve been dealing with recurring UTI symptoms, bladder pain, burning, urgency, or frequent urination, only to have your urine cultures come back normal, this episode is for you.I’m joined by Heather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest and a leading advocate for women’s pelvic and sexual health, to unpack the difference between recurrent UTIs, interstitial cystitis, and bladder pain syndrome.Tune in to discover why recurring UTI symptoms aren’t always caused by infection and how to better advocate for yourself when you know something isn’t right.Episode Timeline00:00 – Why So Many Women Are Misdiagnosed With Chronic UTIs02:35 – Heather’s Personal Journey With Interstitial Cystitis06:40 – When Recurring UTI Symptoms Aren’t Actually A UTI10:58 – Interstitial Cystitis vs. Bladder Pain Syndrome: What’s The Difference?14:08 – How Perimenopause & Menopause Affect Recurrent UTI Symptoms16:54 – Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Why Physical Therapy Matters18:30 – Nutrition, Aloe Vera & Supporting Bladder Health24:47 – How Stress & Certain Foods Can Trigger Bladder Flares26:45 – The Hidden Impact On Intimacy & Quality Of Life31:00 – Allergies, Mast Cells & Unexpected Bladder Triggers35:20 – Why A Cystoscopy Can Help Diagnose Interstitial Cystitis42:15 – How To Advocate For Yourself At The Doctor44:20 – Recurrent UTIs, Antibiotics & Protecting Your MicrobiomeLinksLearn more about Heather Florio and Desert Harvest:🌿 Website: https://www.desertharvest.com📱 Instagram: @desertharvestaloe📱 Heather’s Instagram: @hmflorioCurious about the tools, strategies, and lessons I share with women navigating hormones, symptoms, labs, and midlife health?Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, metabolism, gut health, pelvic health, nutrition, fitness, recovery, and so much more.Inside, you’ll learn how to understand your symptoms, interpret your labs, ask better questions, and feel more confident advocating for your health.Get free access for the next 7 days:https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
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  Eps 431: Prediabetes in Your 20s: Why Healthy Women Are Being Missed with Jenny Pena 13.07.2026 49min

  Feeling tired all the time isn’t something women should simply accept.The afternoon energy crash. Constant cravings. Brain fog. Needing coffee just to function. Feeling exhausted after meals. These have become so normalized that many women assume they’re just part of getting older.In this episode, I’m joined by Jenny Pena, National Board Certified Health Coach and host of The Path to Better A1c podcast. After navigating PCOS and prediabetes herself, Jenny now helps women understand one of the most overlooked drivers of their health: blood sugar.Together, we unpack why blood sugar affects so much more than diabetes. From cravings and energy to hormones, metabolism, focus, and mood, Jenny explains how learning to read your body’s signals can completely change the way you feel. We also cover the lab markers every woman should understand, why “normal” labs don’t always tell the whole story, and the small lifestyle shifts that can make a surprisingly big difference.Tune in to learn why feeling tired, foggy, and constantly hungry may not be something you have to live with.Episode Timeline00:00 - Why Blood Sugar Matters Beyond Diabetes01:55 - Jenny’s Journey From PCOS & Prediabetes06:30 - Why Cravings Aren’t A Willpower Problem09:00 - The Blood Sugar Roller Coaster Explained13:30 - Understanding A1c & What It Really Measures18:20 - Why You Should Ask For A Fasting Insulin Test22:30 - The Hidden Impact Of Sleep & Stress On Blood Sugar27:45 - Why Walking After Meals Works32:20 - Building A Blood Sugar Friendly Plate35:40 - The Protein Habit That Changed Everything38:50 - How Much Fiber Do You Actually Need?45:00 - The Biggest Blood Sugar Mistakes Women Make47:45 - Where To Learn More From JennyLinksLearn more from Jenny Pena:Website: https://jennypena.comInstagram: @coachjennpPodcast: The Path to Better A1cCurious about the tools, strategies, and lessons I share with women navigating hormones, metabolism, blood sugar, and midlife health?Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, symptoms, labs, nutrition, fitness, recovery, peptides, and so much more.I’m opening it up for free for the next 7 days so you can explore everything inside.https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:
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  Eps 430: POTS Symptoms Every Woman Should Know | Dr. Diana Driscoll Explains the Root Cause 09.07.2026 49min

  What if your dizziness, racing heart, brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, or digestive issues weren’t separate problems at all?What if they were all connected by one underlying dysfunction that most people have never heard of?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Driscoll, researcher, optometrist, founder of Genetic Disease Investigators, and one of the leading voices in POTS research.Episode Timeline00:00 - Why So Many Women With POTS Are Dismissed02:05 - What POTS Actually Is04:12 - “It’s All In Your Head”: The Reality Many Patients Face06:08 - Why 90% of POTS Patients Are Women08:32 - Living With An Overreactive Nervous System10:04 - Is There A Genetic Link To POTS?11:20 - Why Diana Started Genetic Disease Investigators13:10 - The Inflammation Cycle That Keeps Patients Stuck15:35 - Why Treating Symptoms Isn’t Enough18:40 - Hormones, Stress & Why Symptoms Often Worsen21:25 - Why Lifestyle Alone Isn’t Always The Answer24:50 - Looking Beyond Diet & Exercise26:00 - When Doctors Told Her To “Just Meditate”28:30 - How Curiosity Changed The Future Of POTS Research31:15 - Hope For Patients Looking For AnswersLinksLearn more about Dr. Diana Driscoll’s work: https://drdianadriscoll.com/Discover Genetic Disease Investigators: https://geneticdiseaseinvestigators.com/Join Midlife Mojo, my educational community where we connect the dots between hormones, symptoms, labs, nutrition, fitness, recovery, peptides, and so much more.I’m opening it up for free for the next 7 days so you can explore everything inside.https://bit.ly/midlifemojonow🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: Join Midlife Mojo📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer