In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Dr. Jolene Brighten about what constitutes a normal and healthy menstrual cycle. If you are a woman or know one, this is a must-listen episode.

How coffee can heal the brain. She shares the time she got knocked out! (4:35)
Does she get into it with any other doctors because of her extensive knowledge? (7:35)
How does the menstrual cycle work? The 4 phases explained in detail. (12:03)
What should you feel during that pre-menstrual period? (19:40)
Why women must strive to keep their environment safe: How stress/diet affects the 4 phases of your cycle. (25:11)
The significance of balancing your circadian rhythm for overall women's health and fertility. (32:09)
Why food is information. (36:45)
The truth surrounding cholesterol and how it affects the menstrual cycle. (43:17)
Is acne a common symptom before your period?? (47:40)
How exercise can affect your hormones: The importance of tracking and mapping your cycle. (53:35)
The fears surrounding birth control. The importance of a team approach when it comes to medicine. (57:20)
Why there is no one size fits all approach when it comes to your body. (1:05:30)
If you don’t move your body, then you don’t move your intestines. Why you must move on a daily basis. (1:07:21)
What are the most important nutrients women should pay attention to? (1:11:57)
Her take on the rise of the veganism movement. (1:15:30)
Dr. Brighten, the farmer. (1:22:54)
Should choline be considered an essential nutrient? (1:28:22)

Featured Guest/People Mentioned

Dr. Jolene Brighten (@drjolenebrighten) Instagram
Website
Jolene Brighten - Amazon
Dr. Carrie Jones, ND, MPH (@dr.carriejones) Instagram
Sarah Ballantyne, PhD (@thepaleomom) Instagram
Kevin Gianni (@kevin.gianni) Instagram
Sarah E. Hill (@sarahehillphd) Twitter

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