Karen Martel: Certified Hormone Specialist

The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health

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The Hormone Solution is a top-ranked women's health podcast focused on perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), weight gain, metabolism, thyroid health, and midlife transformation. Hosted by Certified Hormone Specialist Karen Martel, this show helps women in their 40s and 50s understand what's really happening with their hormones — and what to do about it. If you're struggling with perimenopause symptoms, menopause weight gain, estrogen dominance, low progesterone, testosterone decline, brain fog, poor sleep, thyroid dysfunction, or metabolic slowdown, this podcast breaks i...

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Karen Martel: Certified Hormone Specialist

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Health

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karenmartel.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Quick Hits: Leptin: The Key to Unlocking Weight Loss and Controlling Hunger 23.07.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Listen to...

Winning the Health War: Focus on What Matters Most 20.07.2024

Today I'm discussing the balance between maintaining stringent health habits and living a stress-free lifestyle. Through my own personal experiences, I explain how obsessing over every detail of our health can sometimes be more detrimental than beneficial. Sharing my own transformation from perfectionism in diet and exercise to a more balanced approach, I emphasize the importance of prioritizing e...

Quick Hits: Find Your Super Woman with Joseph Oniwor 16.07.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Listen to...

PART 2 Q&A: DHEA, Nipple & Breast Pain, Estrogen for The Face, Progesterone Dosing, HRT After 70, Hormone Testing Frequency 13.07.2024

Today I'm getting back to answering your questions, after discovering some Instagram messages that I didn't address in the last Q&A episode. We'll uncover the pivotal role of DHEA as a hormone supplement and how it can boost your energy, improve sleep, and rekindle libido. There are also some tips to be shared regarding practical solutions for managing common HRT side effects like breast pain, and...

Quick Hits: How to Master the Art of Losing Weight with an Immune Centric Approach with Joel Greene 09.07.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Joel Gree...

The Great Estrogen Debate with Dr. Felice Gersh, Dr. Daved Rosensweet, Dr. Lindsey Berkson, Dr. Julie Taguchi & Karen Martel 06.07.2024

Dr. Felice Gersh, Dr. Daved Rosensweet, Dr. Lindsey Berkson, and Dr. Julie Taguchi join us in this episode. Today, we're going deep into the complex world of HRT for women with these four leading experts, debating the nuances of different estrogen types and their roles in the body. We discuss the pros and cons of estradiol-only treatments versus combined approaches with estriol, and the importance...

Quick Hits: How to Optimize Your Metabolic Health with Josh and Jeanne Rubin 02.07.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Josh and...

Q&A with Karen: Blood Clots & HRT, Mirena IUD, Loose Skin Post Weight Loss, Ovarian Failure, Amenorrhea, Weight Gain from HRT and MORE! 29.06.2024

It's time for another Q&A episode. I'm answering listener questions about bioidentical HRT, the risks associated with oral estrogens, and so much more. Additionally, we'll discuss the Mirena IUD's impact on hormone levels, address concerns about loose skin after weight loss, and weigh the pros and cons of different HRT methods for women experiencing premature ovarian deficiency. I'll also provide...

Transforming Metabolic Health and Detoxification with Sulforaphane and Berberine with David Roberts 25.06.2024

David Roberts holds a MPH from Johns Hopkins, a Masters in BME from the UVA, and a Bachelors in EE and BME from Duke. David has more than 20 years of public health experience on three continents. In 2014 David cofounded the gut supplement, RESTORE now Ion.   We're welcoming David on this episode to discuss midlife wellness, focusing on how managing blood sugar and detoxification can significantly...

The Women's Hormone Masterclass with Dr. Kyle Gillett: A Deep Dive Into Testosterone, Dutasteride, SHBG, & Menopause Weight Gain 22.06.2024

Dr. Kyle Gillett enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics and infertility, integrative medicine, and precision medicine including genomics. He believes that each human is a unique creation that requires attention to their body, mind, and soul. He uses shared decision-mak...

Quick Hits: The Estrogen Fix with Mache Seibel 18.06.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. When Dr....

Everything You've Ever Wondered About Women's Sexual Health: Frequency, Evolution, Societal Pressures and Midlife Drive 15.06.2024

Today's I'm getting into the often overlooked and misunderstood topic of midlife sexuality, particularly focusing on our libido and sexual function. I explore the hormonal changes that impact sex drive during menopause and perimenopause, providing advice for enhancing intimacy and connection. I'll also address common sexual challenges like decreased libido and vaginal dryness, and discuss potentia...

Quick Hits: Female Phase Training for Weight Loss with Dr. Jade Teta 11.06.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Dr. Jade...

The Ultimate Female Biohacks for Stress, Heavy Metals, Sleep, Jet Lag and More with The Biohacker Babes Lauren Sambataro & Renee Belz 08.06.2024

Lauren Sambataro and Renee Belz grew up in a health-driven family that prioritized the fundamentals of wellness and self-care (don't worry, there was lots of mac n' cheese and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches!). Their father, Gene Sambataro, The Original Biohacker and pioneer of Holistic Dentistry, taught them the importance of individualization and experimentation from a very young age.   Comin...

Quick Hits: How to Detect Possible Health Issues Through Basic Blood Work with Dr. Kylie Burton 04.06.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below. Dr. Kylie...

Metals & Menopause: The Impact of Heavy Metals on Your Sex Hormones, Thyroid, and Energy, and How to Properly Detox Them with Dr. Chris Shade 01.06.2024

Christopher Shade, PhD, founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific, continues to be the driving force of development and innovation. Dr. Shade's vast depth and breadth of knowledge, passion for healing, and intuitive understanding of chemistry and biology are reflected in Quicksilver Scientific's well-designed detoxification protocols, unique supplement delivery systems, and patented mercury specia...

Quick Hits: Hormone Imbalances That Can Cause Sugar Addiction 28.05.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past where Karen dives into the treasure trove of her podcast archives to bring you bite-sized gems from some of her best episodes. In just 15 minutes, she'll whisk you away on a nostalgic journey through the highlights of her past conversations, giving you a taste of the wisdom, insights, and laughs shared by our incredible guests. Don't worry if you find yo...

Can Hormone Replacement Therapy Make You Gain Weight? 25.05.2024

Today, let's talk about the correlation between hormone replacement therapy and weight gain, partially inspired by my own unexpected weight gain after starting testosterone therapy. We'll examine the roles of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, examining how they can lead to both weight loss and gain, influenced by genetics and metabolism. While referencing clinical experience and research,...

Quick Hits: Beyond The Pill with Dr. Jolene Brighten 21.05.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past where Karen dives into the treasure trove of her podcast archives to bring you bite-sized gems from some of her best episodes. In just 15 minutes, she'll whisk you away on a nostalgic journey through the highlights of her past conversations, giving you a taste of the wisdom, insights, and laughs shared by our incredible guests. Don't worry if you find yo...

The Testosterone Replacement for Women Conundrum: Libido Highs and Hair Loss Lows with James O'Hara 18.05.2024

James O'Hara is a family nurse practitioner who utilizes a utilizes an integrative approach to health which combines lifestyle interventions, appropriate supplementation, and medications when indicated to empower patients to feel better and live longer, healthier lives.   Today we're speaking with James about testosterone replacement for women plus the benefits and drawbacks that come along with i...

Sweat It Out: Reduce Stress, Chelate Heavy Metals, Lower Inflammation, Build Collagen and MORE Through Infrared Sauna with Vic Riffel 14.05.2024

Back in 2019, I made a startling discovery—I was filled with heavy metals. This prompted me on a relentless quest to find the safest and most effective way to detoxify my body. After extensive research, I found that one of the safest methods for heavy metal detoxification is through the use of infrared saunas. After years of trying various chelation protocols, I decided to invest in a Sunlighten I...

Navigating Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy 11.05.2024

Today I present to you a special replay of myself appearing as a guest on The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy Pelz as we chat about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. We discuss the misconceptions stemming from a Women's Health Initiative study in the 90s and talk about the unique roles of sex hormones in menopause. We then examine the various methods of administering bioidenticals, such as...

Quick Hits: Healing Through the Art of Orgasm with Betsy Blankenbaker 07.05.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past where Karen dives into the treasure trove of her podcast archives to bring you bite-sized gems from some of her best episodes. In just 15 minutes, She'll whisk you away on a nostalgic journey through the highlights of her past conversations, giving you a taste of the wisdom, insights, and laughs shared by our incredible guests. Don't worry if you find yo...

Decoding Belly Fat & Discovering the Best Diet for You with Ann Maria Tom & Anoop Asok 04.05.2024

Ann and Anoop Asok are dedicated professionals with a background in nursing and a passion for holistic health. Ann had her struggles with hormonal imbalances and emotional eating, she discovered the transformative power of the Metabolic Mastery Method. With over a decade of experience as registered nurses in the ER, ICU and Dialysis and certifications as a personal trainer and Fitness Nutritionist...

Quick Hits: How to Hack Your Blood Sugar with Dr. Molly Maloof 30.04.2024

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past where Karen dives into the treasure trove of her podcast archives to bring you bite-sized gems from some of her best episodes. In just 15 minutes, She'll whisk you away on a nostalgic journey through the highlights of her past conversations, giving you a taste of the wisdom, insights, and laughs shared by our incredible guests. Don't worry if you find yo...

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