

Better! with Dr. Stephanie
Dr. Stephanie Estima
Dr. Stephanie shares insights on women's health & menopause, featuring expert discussions on nutrition, fitness, hormones, stress management, performance, recovery, longevity, health span, mental resilience, and energy production. We discuss complex science and then alchemize it into actionable items for every day living. The ultimate goal with this podcast is to assist you in making informed decisions about your health, whether you're seeking relief from menopausal symptoms, struggling with weight management, or aiming to boost overall health, this podcast equips you with the tools to take charge of your well-being.
It isn't about being perfect, it's about being better.
Embark on a transformative health journey with Dr. Stephanie, tailored specifically for women approaching (or navigating) menopause, struggling with weight, and facing health challenges. With a focus on exercise physiology, brain science, and performance nutrition, Dr. Stephanie draws from her 19 years of experience in private practice, bestselling authorship, and motherhood to empower you on your journey to becoming the hero of your own health story.
Topics covered in the podcast include: Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone imbalance, Weight management, Health challenges, Fitness for women, Nutrition for women, Aging gracefully, Mental resilience, Stress management, Longevity, Energy levels, Wellness journey, Self-care, and Well-being after 40.
It isn't about being perfect, it's about being better.
Embark on a transformative health journey with Dr. Stephanie, tailored specifically for women approaching (or navigating) menopause, struggling with weight, and facing health challenges. With a focus on exercise physiology, brain science, and performance nutrition, Dr. Stephanie draws from her 19 years of experience in private practice, bestselling authorship, and motherhood to empower you on your journey to becoming the hero of your own health story.
Topics covered in the podcast include: Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone imbalance, Weight management, Health challenges, Fitness for women, Nutrition for women, Aging gracefully, Mental resilience, Stress management, Longevity, Energy levels, Wellness journey, Self-care, and Well-being after 40.
Episodes
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Sep 1, 2021 • 33min
Female Growth Hormone Optimization
Understanding the benefits and the role of Growth Hormone. We discuss the connection to Cardiovascular Disease, signs of low growth hormone, and how to improve your levels through fasting, sauna use, and exercise. 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: 3:37 Introduction To Growth Hormone6:45 Cardiovascular Disease Connection9:54 Why Cardiovascular Disease Affects Men And Women Differently13:07 Signs Of Low Growth Hormone20:00 Improving Growth Hormone28:55 Fasting and GH30:20 Sauna31:21 Growth Hormone 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!

Aug 30, 2021 • 1h 13min
Eradicating Fear and Living Your Dream Life with Monica Berg
How we can eradicate fears and build a dream life by getting closer to our desires. We discuss the different types of fear, how things happen to you or through you, and shame. As well as, how to set better boundaries and why waiting three days in conflict allows you to respond with reason. 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/ Connect With Monica: KabbalahMonica's WebsiteSpiritually Hungry Podcast Episode Overview: 1:30 Introduction12:00 Welcoming Monica15:17 How We Can Eradicate Fears17:17 How Monica Was Forced To Face Her Fears24:22 Things Happen To You Or Through You25:24 Different Types Of Fear30:22 Guilt & Shame45:37 Waiting Three Days In Conflict50:48 Setting Boundaries56:00 Getting Closer To Our Desires1:02:09 Tikun1:07:07 Soulmates1:14:18 How To Connect With Monica More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/

Aug 25, 2021 • 44min
Thyroid Optimization & Metabolism
We take a deep dive into understanding the role of the Thyroid and how to optimize it. We discuss thyroid metabolism, signs of poor thyroid function, hypo vs hypothyroidism, differences between T3 and T4, and how to properly support your thyroid. 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: 4:30 Introduction5:33 Hypo and Hyper Thyroid Function8:10 Metabolism10:50 What Does The Thyroid Do?12:23 Signs Of Poor Thyroid Function21:33 Depression24:17 Irregular Menstrual Cycle25:19 How To Treat Thyroid Issues29:20 T3, T430:00 Leaky Gut & Gluten33:46 How To Support Thyroid38:48 Nutrition44:30 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/

Aug 23, 2021 • 1h 7min
Energy Metabolism, Fatigue, and The Gut with Dr. Steven Gundry
Understanding why we have no energy. We discuss how inflammation steals from your energy, the problem with lectins, the truth on fiber, and energy metabolism. As well as, the microbiome, metabolic flexibility, insulin resistance, and the biggest energy disrupters. 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: 12:56 Dr. Gundry’s Origin Story23:05 Why We Have No Energy26:49 Inflammation Is An Energy Vampire31:45 The Problem With Lectins34:36 Lipopolysaccharides37:31 The Truth On Fiber43:27 Gas and Microbiome48:14 Mitochondria53:24 Metabolic Flexibility56:54 Insulin Resistance1:04:53 Some Of The Biggest Energy Disruptors 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!

Aug 20, 2021 • 14min
How To Make Fasting Easy With Dave Asprey
How to make fasting easier by using one of Dave's three fasting hacks, such as coffee, and prebiotic fiber. We also discuss how to use fasting intuitively and use it in a way that compliments your life. Listen to the full episode with Dave 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=5900205.652074 Some 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/ More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

Aug 18, 2021 • 1h 7min
Male Optimization with Dr. Tracy Gapin, MD
How to optimize the health of the men in our lives. We discuss why testosterone has dramatically changed in the last 50 years and how to know if they have low testosterone. As well as, the profound effects of high cortisol, stress, and poor sleep quality, and how to supplement and approaching fasting as a male. 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/DrEstimaPRIMEADINE - 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 Tracy:Website: https://drtracygapin.com/Tracy's BookTracy's Instagram Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 10:55 Tracy’s Origin Story19:30 Why Do Men Not Ask For Health?24:12 How Testosterone Has Changed In Men29:52 How To Know You Have Low Testosterone36:26 Cortisol43:15 Effects Of Sleep46:24 Genetics51:43 Exercise Effects on Testosterone55:04 Supplementation1:00:17 Fasting For Men1:04:56 What Men Need To Be Advocates For1:07:43 Conclusion Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty Challenge Join the Hello Betty Community here!

Aug 16, 2021 • 1h 11min
Discover Your Gifts, Money Beliefs, and How To Forgive Yourself with Ashley Stahl
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 Ashley: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahlWebsite: https://ashleystahl.com/U-Turn Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-turn-podcast-w-ashley-stahl/id1382321276?mt=2U-Turn Book: https://ashleystahl.com/you-turn/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 1:30 Introduction9:55 Ashley Origin Story24:28 Burnout and Purpose26:43 How To Get Clear On Who We Are41:31 How Being A Realist Isn’t Serving You47:52 Challenging Our Limited Beliefs56:20 Understanding Your Core Skill Sets1:06:21 Why Being at Rock Bottom Is Powerful More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

Aug 13, 2021 • 10min
The Toxic Truth About Personal Care Products With Lara Adler
Understanding how traditional feminine care products are toxic, the potential health effects of using these products, and some of the alternatives we may consider for feminine care. Find the full episode with Lara Adler 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 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaSome 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/ More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

Aug 11, 2021 • 29min
Menstrual Cycle Masterclass: Week 4
Understanding what happens in the fourth week of your menstrual cycle. We discuss how this week is focused on rest, recovery, and reflection. As well as, nutrition and the need for additional calories, how to approach fasting, and how to modify movement. Betty 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/DrEstimaSome 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: 4:03 Introduction5:41 Initial Changes in Week 49:00 Perimenopause11:00 Nutrition 17:50 Fasting 18:17 Movement 24:00 Emotional Wellbeing28:30 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

Aug 9, 2021 • 59min
Healing Trauma Through Breathwork with Samantha Skelly
How to use breathwork to heal past traumas, connect with your body, and calm your nervous system. Samantha discusses what breathwork is, what breathwork style is best for you, how to change your relationship with pain by increasing pain tolerance, how to identify sensations in the body, and give yourself space to separate yourself from symptoms. Betty 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/DrEstimaSome 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/ Connect With Samantha:https://www.samanthaskelly.com/ Samantha's Youtube Pause BreathworkInstagram Episode Overview: 2:16 Introduction12:10 Samantha’s Origin Story20:40 How To Know If You Are A Emotional Eater26:46 How To Change Your Relationship To Pain34:35 Identifying Bodily Sensations & Separating Yourself From Symptoms37:34 What is Breathwork?45:29 What Type Of Breathwork Is Best For You?50:52 Emotional Relationship With Your Body54:19 How Samantha Used Breathwork For Eating Disorder More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!