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Brain Changes in Women Over 40 (and how to navigate them)

The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy

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The Powerful Role of Estradiol in Brain Function

This chapter discusses the effects of estradiol on the brain and how it changes over time in women. It explains how estradiol stimulates powerful neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, acetylcholine, BDNF, and oxytocin, and how they affect the brain's focus, motivation, happiness, information retention, and ability to learn. The chapter also addresses the impact of estradiol on serotonin and motivation, specifically in women over 40.

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