Better! with Dr. Stephanie

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Stephanie reveals how to eat more without gaining weight through "reverse dieting." Mind-blowing? Tune in to discover the scientific data behind this concept. She dives into the problem of undereating and how to identify if you're doing it, the correct balance between energy and metabolism, and the factors that control "calories-in-calories-out." She discusses the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and metabolic adaptation. Finally, Dr. Stephanie gives you a roadmap for applying the "reverse dieting" framework, what to consider, and how to track your progress.  We’d like to thank our sponsors, Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here: athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE10” https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - get $25 off your order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE25” https://www.lumen.me/?fid=1799Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo Code “ASA10” for 10% off any purchase https://shop.ancestralsupplements.com/discount/Tribe10?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMEADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Some of the links above are affiliate which means that making a purchase through them won’t cost you anything - in fact, you get a discount for being a valued listener to the Better! Podcast. We do receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast and we thank you for that! And follow me on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Join the Hello Betty Community here - https://hellobetty.club/membership/ Episode Overview: 3:42 Introduction5:30 The Problem Of Under-Eating6:30 Energy Balance And Metabolism8:10 Factories That Control Calories In & Out13:30 Basal Metabolic Rate16:35 Metabolic Adaptation22:11 Considerations For Reverse Dieting & Calorie Input30:36 How To Gauge Your Progress Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body - https://bettybodybook.comJoin the Hello Betty Community here - https://hellobetty.club/membership/

Your breath is a powerful force of nature. Tune in to this episode with James Nestor, accomplished author, and breathwork expert to find out how to master your breath and unlock countless benefits. In the episode, we discuss James’ experience in his clinical trial of mouth breathing for 10 days and the findings that followed. He explains the problems that arise from long-term mouth breathing and how breathing through your nose is an absolute game-changer. We talk about the development of the mouth, oral posture, and how it can hinder efficient breathing. We give advice on the correct breathing habits to adopt, ways to improve sleep with mouth tape, breathwork techniques, and breathing for your parasympathetic.  We’d like to thank our sponsors, Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here: athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE10” https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - get $25 off your order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE25” https://www.lumen.me/?fid=1799Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo Code “ASA10” for 10% off any purchase https://shop.ancestralsupplements.com/discount/Tribe10?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074 Some of the links above are affiliate which means that making a purchase through them won’t cost you anything - in fact, you get a discount for being a valued listener to the Better! Podcast. We do receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast and we thank you for that! Connect with James: https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/breath Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjamesnestor  And follow me on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie  Join the Hello Betty Community here - https://hellobetty.club/membership/ Episode Overview: 6:30 Introduction9:30 James’s First Breath Experience14:40 Observations Of Free Diving19:31 James’s Clinical Trial of Mouth Breathing25:45 Changes From Mouth Breathing Experiment28:24 Problems Long Term Mouth Breathing30:48 Soft Foods and Development Of Mouth35:00 Dentistry and Orthodontics39:26 What You Can Do To Expand Your Airways44:43 Oral Posture & Diaphragmatic Breathing49:53 How Your Body Has The Power To Adapt52:36 How We Can Correct Your Breathing Habits55:19 Fixing Breathing During Sleep with Sleep Tape1:04:28 Breathwork Techniques1:07:54 Panic Attacks & Anxiety With Over Breathing1:11:18 The Perfect Breath1:15:37 Breathing For Parasympathetic1:17:54 Connecting With James Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body - https://bettybodybook.comJoin the Hello Betty Community here - https://hellobetty.club/membership/

What are the symptoms and causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and how does excess testosterone in women affect PCOS. We discuss the causes of excess testosterone, the role of genetics, stress, insulin, and how to test properly and potentially reverse PCOS.  Join Betty Yoga Today!  Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code Tribe10  takes 10% off any purchase - https://shop.ancestralsupplements.com/discount/Tribe10?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 4:30 Introduction6:20 Luteinizing Hormone6:50 PCOS and Ovulation 8:50 Cysts 10:02 Symptoms of PCOS15:31 Testosterone In Women 17:39 What Causes Extra Testosterone19:30 Testing and Sexual Binding Globulin 29:12 Teenagers with PCOS 32:53 Genetics33:56 How To Reverse PCOS36:45 Muscle Mass & Resistance Training39:30 Stress  More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Hello Betty Community here! 

Understanding how to fix your period and optimize your menstrual cycle. We discuss the four phases of the menstrual cycle, typical menstruation blood flow, and ovulation. We talk about the hormonal hierarchy, cervical fluid, how stress affects your cycle, and indicators of these stressors. Join BettyYoga Here Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase - https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Connect With Nicole: https://nicolejardim.com/https://www.fixyourperiod.com/https://www.instagram.com/nicolemjardim Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 6:18 Introduction9:40 Welcoming Nicole & Origin Story18:16 Four Phases Of The Menstrual Cycle29:44 Menstruation Blood Flow35:36 The Pill and Pregnancy39:39 Ovulation47:53 How Can Stress Affect Menstrual cycle56:51 Indicators of Stress1:02:01 Role Of Boundaries1:1:26 Pregnenolone1:15:03 DHEA1:17:30 Secondary Dysmenorrhea1:25:20 Nicole’s Favourite Ways To Optimize Cycle1:30:40 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

What is considered optimal body fat percentage and why you do not need to be in Ketosis forever. We also discuss, the benefits of a cyclical approach to Keto, the issues with chronic caloric deficits, and how taking a break from your diet is optimal for your health and long-term goals.  Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase - https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 5:15 Introduction7:57 Estima Diet - Do You Have To Do Keto Forever?10:39 Cyclical Approach To Keto16:10 Caloric Deficit19:10 Diet Breaks20:48 Optimal Body Fat Percentage27:48 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

How the ketogenic diet is different for women. understanding women's hormones and signs of hormone imbalance. We discuss Growth Hormone, the importance of testosterone in women,  detoxification pathways, stress, fasting, and what happens after ketosis.  Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchasehttps://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! First Episode With Sara Gottfried  Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 9:04 Introduction14:03 Welcoming Sara16:17 Women’s Hormones23:05 Clinical Signs Of Hormone Imbalance30:00 Growth Hormones33:42 How Growth Hormone Is Different For Women41:36 Detoxification and Sauna44:34 Testosterone In Women50:00 Nutrition For Testosterone52:55 How The Ketogenic Diet Is Different For Women59:10 Stress and Ketogenic Diet1:05:04 Sara’s Protocol1:12:32 Fasting1:25:24 What Happens After Ketosis1:30:11 How To Connect With Sara   More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

How nutritional ketosis affects immunity. We discuss Covid-19 and metabolic function and the relationship between inflammation and immune function. As well as, the role of insulin dysfunction and excess adipose tissue and immune function.  Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off -https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase- https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 5:53 Introduction7:43 Inflammation and Immune Function9:20 Covid-1913:20 Therapeutic Ketosis18:08 Ketosis and Metabolic Function24:02 Insulin26:20 Adipose Tissue34:46 Fiber and Carb Timing38:26 Estima Diet42:49 Conclusion Episodes Referenced: David Sinclair EpisodeDom D'agostino Episode  Studies Referenced: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/advance-article/doi/10.1093/ajcn/nqab270/6369073https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.07.08.21260210v1.full.pdf  More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

Understanding the vast benefits of the ketogenic diet, including satiety, hunger, and ease of calorie restriction. We discuss keto and the microbiome, how to measure ketones, and the use and benefits of exogenous ketones. As well as, ketones and cancer, salt vs. ester, ideal ketone levels, fasting, PCOS, and supplement stacking.  Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off -https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase - https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 8:09 Introduction12:10 Benefits Of The Ketogenic Diet20:16 Ease Of Calorie Restriction and Carnivore23:50 Evolution Of Dom’s Ketogenic Diet28:12 Keto And The Microbiome37:30 Measuring Ketones43:17 Ketone Tolerance Test46:55 Exogenous Ketones59:19 Indulgence1:01:02 Benefits Of Exogenous Ketones1:05:01 Exogenous Ketones On Cancer1:07:10 Ketone Salt Vs. Ester1:17:09 Ideal Ketone Levels. Enantiomers & Supplementation1:24:35 Dom’s Favourite Supplements & Supplement Stacking1:30:20 Ketogenic Diet With Women1:38:15 Fasting & Hormonal Changes1:47:20 Ketogenic Diet and PCOS  Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

Understanding how the ketogenic diet when applied cyclically women's phases in her cycle, can dramatically improve fertility and pregnancy outcomes. We also discuss hormonal issues in women and postpartum.  Thyroid Geeky MagicBetty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/ Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off -https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase - https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 2:30 Introduction4:10 Hormonal Issues In Women9:30 Week Two Of Your Cycle12:00 Cyclical Ketogenic Diet20:56 Postpartum26:51 Conclusion  More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! 

How it is possible to recover from Alzheimer's? We discuss the physiology of Alzheimer's, why Dale's approach has had so much success, risk factors, and the different categories of Alzheimer's. We also break down real-life case studies of Alzheimer's recovery, what causes Alzheimer's, the importance of insulin control and brain health. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaPRIMADINE - Code DRSTEPHANIE10 for 10% off -https://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/DRSTEPHANIE10Ancestral Supplements - Use Promo code ASA10 takes 10% off any purchase - https://ancestral-supplements.myshopify.com/?rfsn=5900205.652074&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5900205.652074Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Connect With Dale: Dr. Bredesen Facebook PageWebsiteEpisode 1 With Dr. BredesenEpisode 2 With Dr. Bredesen  Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 5:00 Introduction10:28 Introducing Dale12:18 Is It Possible To Recover From Alzheimer’s?17:42 Mild Cognitive Impairment19:42 Why Dale’s Approach Has Had Success34:10 Physiology Of Alzheimer's40:52 Covid-19 And Alzheimer's42:30 Inflammation45:35 Different Categories Of Alzheimer’s And Risk Factors49:28 What Causes Alzheimer’s58:15 Insulin And Brain Health1:00:30 Exogenous Ketones As A Therapeutic1:04:44 Case Studies Of Alzheimer's Recovery1:17:58 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!