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2120: Signs Your Hormones are Out of Balance With Dr. Jolene Brighten

Jul 17, 2023

Dr. Jolene Brighten, a Naturopathic endocrinologist and author specializing in women's health, dives into the complexities of hormonal balance. She discusses how modern lifestyles contribute to hormonal issues and shares insights from her new book on recognizing normal versus abnormal hormonal states. The conversation covers the effects of muscle on hormonal health, the dangers of endocrine disruptors, and practical detox strategies. Dr. Brighten emphasizes the importance of patients advocating for their health, especially regarding conditions like PCOS and perimenopause.

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The Importance of Muscle Training for Women's Health

01:19

The misconception that common hormone issues in women are normal

01:29

Nutrients and Detox Pathways: A Guide for Healthy Eating

01:17

Intro

2min

Understanding Hormonal Health

26min

Hormones and Women's Fertility

29min

Mindful Living: Reducing Chemical Exposure and Parenting for Health

12min

Muscle, Hormones, and Health

11min

Empowering Patients to Question Their Healthcare

3min

Appreciation and Fitness Enhancement Offers

2min

What motivated her to write her new book? (3:07)
Do your hormones have anything to do with your libido? (8:25)
All drugs do NOT affect women and men the same. (11:02)
The difference between common and normal. (14:45)
Why are hormone issues more common today? (19:01)
Does the dose make the poison? (23:01)
Describing what healthy hormones SHOULD look like in women. (28:39)
What is happening on a hormonal level with make-up sex? (40:06)
Biohacking the menstrual cycle. (45:34)
What can we do to detox and balance out these endocrine disruptors? (50:15)
The top five offenders of our hormones. (57:01)
The perspective she is taking with her own kid's education on hormones. (1:02:05)
The effect of muscle on hormones. (1:09:40)
Be a troublemaker in your doctor's office! (1:20:21)

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