BETTER! with Dr. Stephanie Estima | Strength, Body Composition & Perimenopause

A continuation of our Geeky Magic fasting series, today we’re diving into water fasting and how best to use this modality of hormetic stress. Get insights on teas to drink, if coffee is good or bad, hormones, and Dr. Stephanie's guidelines to get the most out of your fast.  Have your own diet or health questions? Make sure to join our Facebook Group . Get the show notes here . ********************...

Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS, is a functional clinical nutritionist who is committed to helping people with never-ending “stomach problems”, chronic skin rashes, brain fog, chronic fatigue, and autoimmunity find a way back to their best health. We discuss the 16 root causes of skin problems, the connection between liver and skin health, and “leaky skin” — and we learn healthy skin diet principles t...

A continuation of our Geeky Magic fasting series, today we’re diving into a mini master class on our menstrual cycle and how we can pair it with specific types of fasts. Have your own diet or health questions? Have your own diet or health questions? Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr...

Ben Greenfield, a biohacker, human body and brain performance coach, speaker, New York Times bestselling author, and podcaster, is on a mission to provide the world with practical advice on fat loss, nutrition, human performance, and holistic health. We discuss how to burn fat effectively, reduce inflammation, and provide our body with the best nutrients — and we learn the truth about oils, sugar,...

Seasonal stress, parties, and comfort foods. With the Holidays approaching rapidly, this time of year can seem to be an uphill battle with the diet. In this episode, we’re talking fasting and how to do that around the holidays. Have your own diet or health questions? Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, he...

Dr. Joan Rosenberg, a highly-regarded expert psychologist, master clinician, trainer, consultant, and the creator of Emotional Mastery™ and Emotional Mastery Training™, is passionate about helping people create a life they love. We discuss the eight unpleasant feelings, the science behind them, and their purpose — and we learn how to work through feelings, “ride the wave”, and cultivate unwavering...

Is all that cardio actually doing something? Learn how to make every workout count without running yourself into the ground in today’s episode. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable...

Trina Felber, a dental health and natural skincare expert and founder of Primal Life Organics, is dedicated to sharing the truth about the products we use in our mouths and on our bodies. We discuss the link between our oral microbiome and our overall health — and we learn what ingredients to avoid in order to keep our mouths clean, bodies healthy, and teeth pearly white. Trina has a way to make h...

There is a difference between fat loss and weight loss. Learn how to become a fat-burning machine in a way that is healthy, sustainable, and effective. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most ac...

Dr. Elisa Song, a holistic pediatrician and founder of Whole Family Wellness and Healthy Kids Happy Kids, is passionate about helping kids thrive and reach their fullest potential. We discuss her experience with COVID-19, the things she did to help her child heal in the hospital, and what she recommends families do to increase their cellular resilience — and we learn some tips from Dr. Elisa’s Pan...

There is a connection between health and beauty—and beauty and symmetry. Learn why symmetry is important for your health and how to assess and improve it with exercises, stretches, diet, and a healthy skincare routine. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subsc...

Major and I are back for AMA #8 where we dedicate an entire episode to answering your juiciest questions. We dive into managing triggers, maintaining healthy melatonin levels, moon cycle tracking, muscle gains, and cultivating powerful female friendships.  If you’d like to have me highlight your question, make sure to join the Facebook Group . It's where we source all the listener questions! As al...

Are gluten and dairy the culprits behind your chronic suffering? Learn how the inflammation from gluten and dairy impacts your body and mind, and do an experiment to see if it’s time to eliminate them from your diet for good. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you...

Dr. Carrie Jones, a functional medicine women's health and hormone doctor and the Medical Director for Precision Analytical Inc, is dedicated to helping people understand their bodies and take control of their health. We discuss the relationship between our hormones, immune system, and gut health— and we learn practical ways to balance our hormones for better overall health. Carrie has a great fre...

Is intermittent fasting still a thing? Learn what a recent study by Dr. Ethan Weiss found, and think critically to determine how you want to proceed with your own eating habits.  Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newslet...

Dr. Maya Shetreat, a neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, founder of the Terrain Institute, and author of The Dirt Cure, is a transformational healer who is passionate about our reconnection to the sacred natural world. We discuss spirituality and reconnecting to ourselves as women— and we explore the benefits of plant medicine, expanded consciousness, and an intimate understanding of our univers...

Did you know that your posture and brain health are connected? Understand how bad posture affects your body, and, in turn, your brain, and stand tall with some easy posture-boosting tips to live by.  Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Paus...

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Motivating the Masses, Lisa Nichols, inspires us to pick up the pen and write our own story. We discuss self-love, balancing masculine and feminine energy, and the journey back to the self so we can embrace every beautiful side of ourselves and thrive. Lisa also has an exciting opportunity for those who want to make an impact through speaking, so keep an ear...

In this Geeky Magic, I’m going to explain why as women we need to focus on creating our own morning routines separate from our male counterparts. I’ll go over the common pitfalls to avoid and outline the core building blocks that make a morning routine (in my opinion) one of the best parts of your day. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . *******************...

Living Libations founder Nadine Artemis gives us a deep dive into natural care. We discuss the common problems and natural solutions for your oral microbiome, dental health, and skincare. Nadine also gave us a special gift, listen for that easter egg! Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways...

Cortisol left unchecked can be a silent killer! Understand its function in the body, how to identify unhealthy levels, and how to mitigate chronic cortisol levels with some actionable protocols. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — M...

The podcast turns a year old on this episode! Stephanie Major and I sit down and talk about all the powerful and magical moments that have happened over this past year. We also give you a sneak peek at potential upcoming guests and topics that I’m super excited to bring to the pod. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When y...

Androgens are apart of the most common hormonal derangements in women between 18-44 years old. I’m going to uncover some of the signs, symptoms, and strategies that you can start today to get this hormone under control. Join the Better! Community on Facebook and get the episode show notes here . **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subs...

In this episode, get mentored in mindset by one of the top performance coaches in our lifetime. Dr. Jeff Spencer is here to discuss the practical steps to revolutionizing your mindset and setting you on a path to championing your goals. The same methods he's used on Tiger Woods, Richard Branson, and many other high performers. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways...

Take the dive with me to understand clues to healthy and unhealthy estrogen levels and a geeky estrogen metabolism 101 class with me! I cover how our bodies go through three distinct phases of metabolism and some dietary recommendations for those that need to boost healthy estrogen metabolism levels. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:...