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

In this behind-the-scenes live episode from the Hormones Program in Hello Betty, we look at the effects of cortisol on women. We discuss how cortisol affects belly fat and weight gain, the relationship between cortisol and our menstrual cycle, the neurological effects of stress, and how to know if you are high in cortisol. We also touch on how to reduce the effects and how to supplement for high c...

Understanding the functions and role of the pelvic floor and some of the changes a woman may find through the arc of her such as pregnancy or childbirth. We discuss how women rush to "bounce back" post-childbirth and how we ignore the necessary rehab, hormonal changes effect on the pelvic floor, as well as the uses of Kegel exercises to help restore the integrity of the pelvic floor.   Betty Hormo...

Understanding the dissonance between the brain and body and how our body fails to stay connected. We discuss how your mood. hormones, blood sugar, and mitochondria are warning signs of this disfunction.   Find the full epioside with Sara Gottfried here Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/   Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion...

How to improve your digestion by focusing on the Cephalic Phase. We discuss what happens in digestion. the role of the cranial nerve, and how the preparation of food and eating slower affects digestion.   Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/   Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 f...

Understanding how to make friends and have healthier female friendships. We discuss the common myths of female friendships, how to address conflict in a friendship, and how to deal with a loss of a friendship. As well as, the common mistakes we make in our friendships and how to navigate jealousy.    Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/   Connect with Danielle: Betterfem...

How to redefine what failure looks like, how to give yourself permission to believe, and challenge your self-beliefs.   Listen to the full episode here   Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Lumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https:...

Understanding the causes of weight loss resistance, and the effects of your metabolic health and insulin on your ability to lose weight. We also discuss the role of hormones, your menstrual cycle, liver and detoxification, as well as, your sympathetic nervous system and dysregulated circadian rhythm on weight loss resistance.    Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/ Featu...

Understanding how to gain metabolic flexibility and food peace through intuitive fasting. What are some warning signs for blood sugar and insulin dysregulation, common types of fasts such as OMAD and time-restricted eating, and how to approach fasting as a woman. We also discuss  Will’s fasting protocol to build up fasting tolerance, how to use strategic carbohydrates for cycling, and fasting with...

Understanding the role of chronic stress and cortisol on estrogen dominance. We also discuss how insulin, which has a role in many chronic diseases, is affected by deregulated cortisol from our stress response.    Listen to the full episode with Dr. Mariza Snyder here Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for...

Understanding the damaging effects of Fructose on your brain and body. We discuss Fructose's impact on hunger cues and reward centers in the brain, its effect on brain development, and metabolic dysfunction. We also touch on oxidative stress, glycation, carbohydrates, and the strategies you may explore to optimize your health.    Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/ste...

Understanding glucose and glucose metabolism for better metabolic health. We discuss what the ideal glucose response looks like, and the difference between glycemic index, variability, and glycemic load of foods. What influences the glucose response and how to use strategies like nutrient timing and carbohydrates to control your response. As well as acute and chronic low-grade stress response, res...

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/stephanie Orion 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 (a...

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   Tha...

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...

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/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for...

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/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt...

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 sp...

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 Here Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo co...

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:  Athleti...

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/stephanie Orion Red Light Th...

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/...

Thank you to our sponsors:  Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie   Social:  https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estima https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie   Membership Site: https://hellobetty.club/   Episode Overview 0:30 Introduction  3:00 Desire from The Neuro...

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 - ath...

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-man...

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 - at...