BONUS: Navigating Female Hormones, Metabolism, Sleep and More with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Published: July 8, 2024, 7 a.m.

I am thrilled to welcome the extraordinary Dr. Stephanie Estima back to the show today to join me in facilitating many questions from listeners. She was with me last on Episode 272, and before that, on Episode 123.\nDr. Estima\u2019s perspective aligns very closely with mine within the health and wellness space. She is an exceptionally knowledgeable and well-informed clinician specializing in female metabolism and body composition. She authored the invaluable resource known as the Betty Body and hosts The Better! podcast, where I have had the privilege of being her guest.\xa0\xa0\nToday, we answer questions from both our communities, covering topics ranging from managing hormones during breastfeeding while coping with insufficient sleep to issues concerning preconception and methods for cycle tracking. We dive into the best contraceptives for younger women, strategies for supporting detoxification, addressing fibrocystic breasts, navigating autoimmune conditions and fibromyalgia, and determining the intensity of workout routines. There were also many questions about weight training, preferred pre-workouts, favorite supplements tailored for perimenopause and menopause, hormesis, and much more.\xa0\nDr. Estima's insights are as enlightening as ever, making today\u2019s conversation a must-listen for anyone on a journey toward optimal well-being.\n\nIN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:\n\nHow breastfeeding can delay menstrual cycles without causing infertility\n\nDr. Stephanie discusses fertility and the importance of evaluating both male and female factors\n\nContraceptive options for younger women\n\nThe importance of understanding the side effects and implications of long-term oral contraceptives\n\nThe benefits of green leafy vegetables for fibrocystic breasts\n\nSupplements for breast health\xa0\n\nThe potential drawbacks of mammograms\n\nPerimenopause and autoimmune conditions, including Hashimoto's, thyroiditis, and fibromyalgia\n\nHow trauma contributes to the dysregulation of the immune system and autoimmune conditions\n\nSupplements for middle-aged women\n\nHow cold plunges and saunas benefit physical and mental well-being\n\n\nConnect with Cynthia Thurlow\n\nFollow on Twitter\n\n\nInstagram\n\nLinkedIn\n\nCheck out Cynthia\u2019s website\n\n\nSubmit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com\n\n\n\nConnect with Dr. Stephanie Estima\n\nOn Instagram\xa0\n\nOn her weekly podcast, Better! With Dr. Stephanie, where she explores the human potential, hormones, metabolism, and a life well-lived.\n\nGet a copy of Dr. Stephanie Estima\u2019s #1 bestselling book, The Betty Body: A Geeky Goddess\u2019 Guide to Intuitive Eating, Balanced Hormones, and Transformative Sex\n\n\n\nPrevious Episodes featuring Dr. Stephanie\nEp. 123 \u2013 Menstruation, Muscle, Maternity, & Metabolism: What Every Woman Should Know with Dr. Stephanie Estima\nEp. 272 Understanding Women\u2019s Health: Answering Your FAQs featuring Dr. Stephanie Estima