

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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Jun 18, 2021 • 8min
How & Why We Age with David Sinclair
Understanding what causes aging, why we age, and how epigenetic structures and systems change over time. 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 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 15, 2021 • 33min
Menopause And The Brain
Understanding the changes in the brain before, during, and after menopause. Discussing the structural and metabolic changes that happen during menopause. As well as what you can do to protect your brain. Referenced Article - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90084-y.pdf Chronic Cardio - https://better-with-dr-stephanie.simplecast.com/episodes/geeky-magic-chronic-cardio-PfBmncuA 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 Episode Overview: 0:30 Introduction5:12 Discussing The Paper8:12 Structural Changes10:48 Metabolic Changes12:45 Grey Matter Volume17:14 White Matter Volume18:30 Energy Metabolism20:30 Brain Health22:36 Methods for BDNF Growth - Fasting, Sleep, Ketosis24:00 Metabolic Health and Ketogenic Diet26:17 Keto Flu28:58 What Can You Do? 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 14, 2021 • 1h 15min
Psychedelic Therapy & The Divine Feminine with Kelsey Ramsden
In the hustle of start-ups and business, Kelsey was successful, accomplished, and winning (on the outside). We discuss Kelsey’s personal difficulties and low points in business and how it all led to her first experience with clinically assisted psychedelic therapy. We discuss how the importance of medical assistance and "set and setting" using this therapy, and how this therapy can be used to heal anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. We also discuss the importance of the balance of masculine and feminine energy. Visit Mindcure 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: 1:00 Introduction12:00 Welcoming Kelsey14:14 How Kelsey Found Psychedelic Assisted Therapy22:48 First Experience with Therapy31:45 What Changed Post-Treatment40:00 The Divine Feminine46:35 Mindcure & Different Types Of Assisted Therapy52:13 Psilocybin, Ketomine and Ego1:03:50 Microdosing More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 11, 2021 • 9min
Toxic Feminine Care Products & Alternatives with Lara Adler
How to identify hidden toxins in personal care and feminine care products, understanding some of the potential effects of the use of these traditional products, and what alternatives we may consider for personal care. Catch 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=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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 9, 2021 • 33min
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Explained
Understanding the role of the pelvic floor and how to identify pelvic floor dysfunction in both sexes. We discuss having a hypertonic or hypotonic pelvic floor and the exercises to aid in recovery. My Podcast with Lauren Foxbourogh 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: :30 Introduction3:39 Pelvic Floor In Both Sexes6:43 Damage To Pelvic Floor11:45 Fitness Of Pelvic Floor - Hypertonic, Hypotonic15:42 Signs Of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction18:41 Male Pelvic Floor Dysfunction21:43 Pelvic Floor Exercises24:12 Exercises For A Hypotonic / Hypertonic Pelvic Floor28:30 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 7, 2021 • 1h 32min
Hormone Intelligence with Dr. Aviva Romm
Understanding how to advocate for yourself as a woman in allopathic medicine and explaining conventional medicalization. We explore what a normal period looks like, how to live in harmony with your cycle, and why menstrual syndromes will not be fixed with the pill. We also talk about menopause, perimenopause, PCOS, and trauma. Find Aviva’s new book: www.avivaromm.com/book 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/Understanding how to advocate for yourself as a woman in allopathic medicine and explaining conventional medicalization. We explore what a normal period looks like, how to live in harmony with your cycle, and why menstrual syndromes will not be fixed with the pill. We also talk about menopause, perimenopause, PCOS, and trauma. Episode Overview: 10:30 Introduction12:24 Aviva’s Origin Story In Medicine17:57 How We Can Empower Women In Allopathic Care33:40 Explaining Conventional Medicalization37:55 Exposome Science45:00 Does The Dose Make The Poison?49:00 What A Normal Menstrual Cycle Looks Like?58:42 Why Menstrual Syndrome Be Fixed With The Pill?1:03:39 How Women Can Live In Harmony With Their Menstrual Cycle1:10:22 You Are Not A Little Man1:12:03 Menopause1:28:00 Conclusion More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 4, 2021 • 7min
The Worst Ingredient For Your Skin with Trina Felber
Explaining the worst ingredient for your skin and how it's found in most cosmetic or skincare products. Why it leads to more dry skin and why this ingredient leads to more additives in skin care products that cause more harm than good. Access the full episode with Trina Felber HereThank 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 2, 2021 • 34min
The Toxic Truth about Personal Care Products
Understanding what we need to be thinking about when cleaning up our personal stash of care products. We discuss how to find hidden toxins, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, phthalates, and how we can replace chemical-ridden products with clean beauty. How we can make small changes in our everyday lives to reduce our toxin exposure. Find 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 Betty Beauty Sign up:https://hellobetty.club/bettybeauty Additional Episode Links: Skin Care With Trina Felber: https://hellobetty.club/episode-133/Kelly Brogan: https://better-with-dr-stephanie.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-kelly-brogan-using-your-depression-as-a-catalyst-0of9T3rg Episode Overview: 0:30 Introduction3:25 Does The Dose Makes The Poison?14:42 Why We Need To Talk About Pharmacology and Toxicology18:22 Why Beauty Products Are Toxic22:55 First Steps To Cleaning Up Stash Of Care Products26:21 Promise Of Youth28:30 Betty Beauty Program More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.