

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.
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May 31, 2021 • 1h 11min
Breathwork For Healing With Jenn Mansell
Understanding what breathwork is and how to use it. We discuss how breathwork benefits stress and anxiety, pain management, performance, endurance, and cardiovascular health. We also touch on the science of breathwork, how it gives your the space to heal trauma and what a typical session may look like. 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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Connect With Jenn:https://www.instagram.com/jlmansell/www.jennmansell.comFree Online Recording: https://www.jennmansell.com/freebreathworkrecording Episode Overview: 10:30 Introduction11:50 How The General Population Tends To Breathe 18:30 Why Do We Hold Our Breath in Tension or Trauma?22:03 How Jennifer Found Breathwork 27:00 Give Yourself The Space To Heal 32:33 Defining Breathwork37:24 The Science Of Breathwork 42:08 Breathing and Tension 49:00 The Masculine and Feminine Of Breathing 56:00 What A Typical Breathwork Session Looks Like 1:04:45 How Often Should You Practice?1:07:00 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

May 28, 2021 • 7min
Pelvic Floor Power with Lauren Roxburgh
Understanding what the Pelvic Floor is and why we need to be focusing our attention on this part of our body. Why our Pelvic floor goes hypertonic causing fascia to tighten, resulting in loss of strength and flexibility. We also discuss, how when we work with our connective tissue and fascia we drop into a parasympathetic state. 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=Stephanie 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!

May 26, 2021 • 42min
Tap Into Desire Using Dopamine, Testosterone & Estrogen
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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview0:30 Introduction 3:00 Desire from The Neuro-chemical Perspective - Dopamine 8:00 Healthy Brain Aging11:10 Dopamine Made In The Gut or Brain? 13:03 Testosterone, Sexual Desire and The Differences Of The Sexes 19:21 Being Scared Of Desire 28:20 Pleasure For The Sake Of Pleasure31:42 You Are Responsible For Your Desires 38:45 What Are You Attracted Too? More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

May 24, 2021 • 1h 15min
Brain Health in a Post Pandemic World with Dr. David Perlmutter
Understanding why our brain is constantly hijacked in this modern world, that leads to poor decisions making. We discuss sleep, excess adipose tissue, inflammation, and the effects of covid. Why we are more disconnected from ourselves, our brain systems, and the impact of our digital experiences. Connect With David: www.Drperlmutter.com 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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 0:00 Intro10:00 Introducing David12:09 Why David Wrote “Brainwash” and the shortfall of Clinicians21:02 Treating Patients26:30 Sympathetic Dominance and Cortisol33:20 Emotional Empathy37:20 Science Is A Conversation and It’s Okay To Change Your Opinion42:42 The Effects Of Sugar On Decision Making52:00 How We Can Take Back Our Power65:20 The Importance Of Connection1:12:20 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

May 21, 2021 • 7min
Male and Female Cycles with Kate Northrup
Understanding the hormonal cycles of both sexes and how our structured lives are set up in favor of a 24-hour testosterone male-dominant cycle. We discuss how morning routines are sexiest and how being an estrogen-dominant female means you will feel different every day. Get the full show notes here. Full Episode: https://better-with-dr-stephanie.simplecast.com/episodes/kate-northrup-time-management-for-ambitious-women-qUl9S453 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=Stephanie 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!

May 19, 2021 • 50min
How To Get A Better Night's Sleep
Do you struggle with a good night's sleep? We look at what we do when we are awake that can positively or negatively impact sleep quality and the role of early morning light exposure and blue light exposure. We also discuss the effects of caffeine consumption and adenosine, exercise, the role of the liver, and how to supplement to improve sleep. 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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 0:30 Introduction6:30 How What We Do When Awake Effect’s Our Sleep9:20 Effects Of Caffeine20:46 Cortisol24:55 Early Morning Light Exposure33:18 Peripheral Oscillators and The Liver38:03 Exercise40:00 Sunset and Blue Light42:52 Supplementation47:49 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

May 17, 2021 • 1h 27min
A Radical Awakening with Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Shefali Tsabary and I discuss the lies we learn about sexuality, motherhood, marriage, and divorce. We discuss the different types of female archetypes, how to identify our archetypes, and how to become more conscious of these behaviors. As well as the sexual differences between men and women, and how to own our sexuality and sensuality. Get the full show notes 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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 0:00 Welcoming Shefali1:52 Soul Erosion4:44 How We Try To Protect The Ego9:49 The Difference Between Blame and Responsibility13:00 Taking The Power Back With Responsibility19:31 Awareness Of The Cultural Matrix and Patriarchy24:02 Overcoming Ownership and Insecurity26:20 Lies Of Marriage And Divorce40:59 Lies About Sexuality54:34 Owning Our Sensuality & Pleasure1:08:43 The Female 3 Archetypes - Giver, Controller, Taker1:14:56 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!

May 14, 2021 • 8min
Essential Oils & Natural Teeth Whitening with Nadine Artemis
Understanding how to use essential oils for oral health care, how to regenerate the gums by proper brushing, the benefits of brushing with baking soda, and how to whiten your teeth naturally. Join The Better! Community On Facebook. Get the show notes here. Full Podcast: https://bettershow.co/better/episode-73-nadine-artemis-natures-powerful-oral-skin-care/ 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=Stephanie 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!

May 12, 2021 • 33min
Luscious Hair: Solutions for Hormonal Hair Loss
Understanding the causes of hormonal hair loss, how we can improve the quality of our hair, what we can do if we notice if we have hair falling out, and natural solutions to help with regrowth, texture, and shine. We talk about how we can use natural proxies such as; diet, supplementation, stress reduction, hair masks, and essential oils to improve the health of your hair. Get the full show notes 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=Stephanie Essential Oils: Use Promo code "BETTER" for 15% offRosemary essential oil - https://ca.livinglibations.com/products/rosemary-essential-oil?_pos=1&_sid=64a4af43c&_ss=rPeppermint essential oil - https://ca.livinglibations.com/products/peppermint-essential-oil?_pos=2&_sid=f4c51fbc5&_ss=rGeranium essential oil - https://ca.livinglibations.com/products/geranium-essential-oil?_pos=1&_sid=1ae433893&_ss=r Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 0:30 Introduction1:38 Hormonal Hair Loss4:48 Other Reasons Why You May Be Losing Your Hair8:14 The Four Phases Of Hair Growth - Anagen10:28 Catagen Phase11:41 Telogen Phase12:36 Exogen Phase15:03 How You Can Improve Your Hair17:00 Stress Reduction19:00 Supplements For Hair Loss26:32 Essential Oils28:55 Hair Mask31:23 Conclusion

May 10, 2021 • 1h 20min
Bioidentical Hormones and HRT with Dr. Felice Gersh
Dr. Felice Gersh discusses bioidentical hormones and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We also redefine menopause and talk about the different symptomatic changes and sexuality that we see in menopause. As well as mood and brain changes in Perimenopause. Get the full show notes 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=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview: 7:30 Introduction9:30 Reframing Definitions 13:30 Metabolic Changes In Decade Before Ovarian Senescence23:08 Is There A Reason To Try To Extend Reproductive Years?32:45 Defining Bioidenticals and Hormone Replacement Therapy54:31 Fear Around Hormone Replacement 57:15 Human Identical Hormones or Synthetics For Most Woman1:11:18 Start With Progesterone or Estrogen? 1:16:00 Conclusion