Hormones With Sam

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, the host Sam Beau Patrick explores 10 hormonal reasons why weight loss might be challenging despite a healthy diet and exercise routine. Sam emphasizes the importance of understanding hormone balance for successful weight management. She suggests considering a saliva hormone test for more personalized insights into hormonal health. Join Sam as she demystifies...

This episode of "Hormones with Sam" delves into the intricate relationship between gut health and hormones. Host Sam Beau Patrick explains the vital role of the gut in detoxification and nutrient absorption, emphasizing the impact of food choices on overall well-being. By exploring how gut health influences hormone balance and vice versa, the episode sheds light on the importance of maintaining a...

On this episode of "Hormones with Sam," host Sam Beau Patrick dives into the topic of sex drives during menopause. She discusses reasons why women may experience a decrease in libido, including relationship dynamics and changes over time. Sam offers insights on re-establishing intimacy and shares cheeky tips for managing weight through orgasms. Tune in to demystify hormone health and explore ways...

On this episode of "Hormones with Sam," host Sam Beau Patrick delves into the impact of hormones on mental health. She emphasizes the importance of considering hormone imbalances before jumping to mental health diagnoses and encourages listeners to prioritize measuring hormones through saliva testing. Sam discusses how hormones can affect moods, sleep, anxiety, depression, and behaviors, offering...

In this episode of "Hormones with Sam," host Sam Beau Patrick delves into the four stages of a woman's journey through life and the hormone changes that accompany each stage. She discusses the impact of hormones on the body and offers advice on managing any negative effects. Sam emphasizes the importance of understanding the roles of hormones in differentiating between males and females, highlight...

On this episode of "Hormones with Sam," host Sam Beau Patrick delves into the impact of fitness and exercise on hormones. She emphasizes the importance of exercise in balancing hormones by reducing stress hormones and promoting overall well-being. Sam discusses how exercise helps regulate blood sugar levels and manage hormones like insulin, glucagon, adrenaline, noradrenaline, testosterone, and co...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam dives into the topic of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Contrary to its name, not all women with PCOS have cysts on their ovaries. Sam explains that PCOS is a metabolic issue that affects all hormones in the body. She discusses how insulin spikes can lead to lipogenesis, the process of fat production, which often results in belly fat for women with...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam Beau Patrick dives into the topic of stress hormones. She explains that stress is a natural response in the body, designed to protect us from potential threats. Our unconscious mind constantly absorbs information from our environment, determining whether it is safe or dangerous. When the body perceives a threat, it triggers a stress response known as...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam Beau Patrick discusses the importance of saliva testing in measuring hormones. She explains that while there are various body fluids that can be used for testing, saliva is the most accurate for measuring sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Sam also explains the concept of serum hormone binding globulin (SHBG) and why blood tests may not prov...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam Beau Patrick explores the connection between hormones and sleep. She shares her personal experience of discovering how many people struggle with sleep problems and dives into the impact hormones have on sleep quality. Whether you're someone who struggles with sleep or know someone who does, this episode is packed with valuable insights and information...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam Beau Patrick dives into the topic of menopause with passion and excitement. She emphasizes that menopause is a natural and beautiful time in a woman's life, where she can find herself, balance her hormones, and embark on the next chapter. Sam explains the process of menopause, from the depletion of eggs to the transition period, and clarifies the mean...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, host Sam Beau Patrick takes us on a journey to demystify hormones and their impact on our lives. Sam shares how a dinner party changed her perspective on hormones, revealing the immense influence they have on our health, moods, fertility, and overall happiness. Sam explains that hormones are chemical messengers carried by the body, comparing them to a courier...

In this episode of Hormones with Sam, your host, Sam Beau Patrick, a seasoned health professional and mother, introduces her podcast which is dedicated to demystifying hormone health. Born in Tasmania and raised amidst nature, Sam's early life was marked by personal tragedy and a growing interest in health and the human body. Her journey took her from nursing in oncology to pharmaceuticals, and ev...