The Longevity Link

This episode introduces Christine, the Hormone Queen, who shares her expertise as a compounding pharmacist specializing in healthy aging, perimenopause, and menopause. Providing accurate information and empowering women to make informed decisions about their hormonal health is the goal of this podcast. Christine aims to dispel the misinformation surrounding hormonal changes and offers scientific-based advice backed by her own experiences. She encourages women to join the community at notyourmothershormone.com to connect with others and find support. The importance of replacing and balancing hormones to prevent negative long-term effects and maintain optimal health is emphasized. Perimenopause symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, insomnia, depression, and anxiety are discussed alongside the role of hormones in addressing these issues. The connection between hormonal health and conditions like UTIs, vaginal dryness, painful sex, and uterine fibroids is explored. The podcast promises to address these topics and more, providing expert insights and answering listener questions to help women regain vitality and improve their quality of life.

This podcast episode discusses the common issue of fatigue in women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. The host, Christine Gavant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, shares her expertise as a compounding pharmacist specialized in healthy aging. She highlights the various symptoms of fatigue in menopause and its impact on daily life, from difficulty sleeping to anxiety and low sex drive. Christine emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying causes of fatigue, particularly hormonal imbalances. She suggests options for managing this fatigue, including exercise, avoiding stimulants and alcohol, establishing a consistent sleep routine, and practicing complementary therapies like yoga and meditation. Furthermore, Christine explores the potential benefits of natural supplements and hormone replacement therapy in relieving fatigue and restoring vitality. The episode concludes with the reminder that women are not alone in their struggles and that relief is possible with the right approach and guidance.

Weight gain is an all too common concern among women during perimenopause and menopause. This episode of Not Your Mother's Hormones delves into the reasons behind this phenomenon and offers practical solutions to address it. Christine Givant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, is a healthy aging pharmacist who's an expert in perimenopause and menopause. Christine emphasizes the importance of nutrition in reducing inflammation and supporting hormonal balance. She outlines specific dietary recommendations, such as incorporating omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C-rich foods, and gut-healthy options. Alongside nutrition, Hormone balancing, exercise and resistance training are highlighted as vital for increasing muscle mass and managing weight. The episode also explores the effects of stress levels and sleep quality on weight gain during this life stage. Strategies for stress management and sleep improvement are discussed, emphasizing the benefits of mindfulness practices and seeking support. By adopting a multifaceted approach that includes proper nutrition, exercise, hormone balancing, stress management, and quality sleep, women can go a long way towards eliminating weight gain and enhance their overall health during perimenopause and menopause.

Summary 1: In this podcast episode, Christine Givant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, delves into the topic of low libido and offers solutions for women experiencing this issue. In short, she's on a mission to help you get your mojo back. Christine discusses the prevalence of low desire among women and the various causes, including medications, mental health, relationship issues, childbirth, medical conditions, hormone imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, and lack of sleep. She emphasizes the importance of addressing these underlying factors and provides tips and strategies for dealing with medication-induced low libido, mental health-related issues, relationship challenges, childbirth-related concerns, medical conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, and hormonal imbalances. She also highlights the impact of nutrition and lifestyle choices on libido and suggests getting hormone levels checked and considering hormone replacement therapy if necessary. Christine encourages open communication with healthcare providers and emphasizes the importance of self-care and overall wellness to reclaim vitality and intimacy. The podcast aims to provide support, education, and practical advice for women navigating the ups and downs of menopause and perimenopause. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551068265520  https://www.instagram.com/notyourmothershormones/  https://nymhormones.com/  Christine@nymhormones.com 

Osteoporosis, also known as the Silent Disease, affects millions of Americans, with women being four times more likely to develop it than men. This condition, characterized by the thinning of bones, can lead to serious consequences, including an increased risk of fractures. In this podcast episode, Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen, explores the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for osteoporosis. She emphasizes the importance of taking control of bone health by eliminating bone-dissolving factors such as excessive alcohol, sugar, salt, and processed foods, and incorporating bone-building practices like resistance training and proper nutrition. Christine also highlights the role of hormones, especially estrogen and testosterone, in maintaining bone density and discusses the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy. With proactive measures and lifestyle changes, individuals can improve their bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis-related complications.

Heal your gut, heal your life! Discover the transformative power of healing your gut for optimal health. Join Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen, and Dr. Brooke Leverone, a functional medicine expert, as they delve into the importance of the microbiome and its impact on your well-being. Learn how stress, diet, and medications can disrupt the delicate balance of your gut, leading to a host of health issues. Explore practical solutions for healing and revitalizing your gut, including removing the culprits causing the disruption and adding in the options that can truly heal your gut. Gain insights into how gut health affects mental health, hormone balance, and overall vitality. Take charge of your health and embrace the power of a healthy gut.Info for Dr. Brooke Leverone ND:Follow Dr Leverone via her website, drbrookeleverone.comYou can follow her online OASIS_Hormonetherapy for more great information. Initial visits with Dr Leverone are an assessment to determine what your goals are and if you are ready to start making changes to your health and your life. Timing is everything and she wants to make sure this is the right fit for both of you and that now is the right time

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen, discusses common skin changes women experience during perimenopause and menopause. As estrogen levels drop, issues like thinning skin, sagging, and wrinkles emerge. Chris, a compounding pharmacist specializing in healthy aging and skincare formulation shares insights into effective skincare routines and lets you in on the ingredients that aren't just hype but actually work and have a been deemed safe as well. She also highlights the importance of a healthy microbiome and which sunscreens to use. Tune in for practical tips to regain glowing, healthy skin during and after menopause.

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' Christine the Hormone Queen addresses some of the many amazing questions she receives regarding hormones. Experience shows that if one person wants to know or needs clarification than others can benefit from the same good question! She's asked about when to start hormones, how do you know if you need hormones, what tests should be run at a minimum, how to find a functional medicine practitioner and much more.Christine delves into questions on hormone safety and presents data from the recent and extremely large study done on over 10 million Medicare recipients over the age of 65. This data is extremely illuminating and in most instances shows how hormones are protective from a variety of disease states. Chris is joined by good friend and hormone client Becky Bartling who asks Chris the questions and gives some good insights from the patient perspective. You don't want to miss this one!

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' Christine Givant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, dives into the critical role the thyroid plays in our overall health. Christine explains common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction such as fatigue, weight gain, and hair thinning, and how they are often mistaken for menopause or aging. She discusses the importance of proper testing and diagnosis, highlighting the shortcomings of conventional medical practices. Listeners will learn about the intricate feedback loop involving T3 and T4 hormones and the impact of low thyroid on various bodily functions.

Chronic low-level inflammation, or 'inflammaging,' can accelerate aging and increase the risk of chronic diseases, as explained by Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen. From low sex drive and weight gain to cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's, inflammation impacts numerous facets of health in a major way. Fortunately, lifestyle changes such as improving diet, reducing stress, increasing physical activity, and balancing hormones can help control inflammation and enhance overall well-being.

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother’s Hormones', Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen, delves into the significant issue of depression and anxiety during perimenopause and menopause. She explains the common symptoms including sadness, irritability, and physical manifestations like fatigue and weight changes. Christine stresses the importance of early detection and treatment to prevent recurring depressive episodes, highlighting the impact of personality traits, social factors, and hormone fluctuations on mental health. She also emphasizes the need for adequate social support and a positive attitude towards aging to mitigate risks. As always, Chris presents various many options to potentially "stave-off" perimenopausal and menopausal depression. A must listen! If you email www.nymhormones.com by 8/22/24 and leave your email and the key word "Vitality" in the chat section, Christine will send you a list of "anti-inflammatory" foods discussed in episode 10.

In this episode of Not Your Mother's Hormones, host Christine Givant discusses the alarming rates of obesity and being overweight in America with Pharmacist and Chief Clinical Officer Matthew Montes de Oca. They delve into metabolic dysfunction, a major culprit behind these statistics, and explore the concept of meta inflammation. The conversation highlights the importance of managing diet, hormones, and physical activity to combat this issue and involving pharmaceutical interventions as well. The episode also delves into the widely popular GLP-1 agonists to assist with weight loss. Drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) have been in the news and on social media almost daily and they dive into the facts and determine if they are hype or rather significant tools for someone to use who is doing "everything right" but can't get the needle to move on the scale. Christine@nymhormones.comwww.strivepharmacy.comMatthew Montes de Oca-Chief Clinical Officer-Strive PharmacyNYMhormones.com

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' host Christine Givant dives into men’s health and wellness with special guest expert Dr. Adam Silberman. They discuss basic and advanced labs and screenings every man should have their doctor run. Dr. Silberman shares insights on cardiovascular & prostate health along with strategies to optimize muscle mass and weight. Listeners will learn about testosterone replacement therapy, Alzheimer's prevention, and how to keep and maybe even grow more hair! It's the perfect roadmap to help you and the significant men in your life to navigate aging and maintain vitality. Don’t miss this comprehensive guide to boosting men's health and wellness! dradamsilberman@gmail.com The How Clinic Hormone Doctor, Pain Management Specialist Encinitas | The How Clinic

Christine Givant, aka Christine the Hormone Queen, addresses the issues women face due to low testosterone levels, contrasting the disparity in FDA-approved hormone treatments available for men versus women. She debunks myths surrounding testosterone replacement therapy for women, explaining its benefits for libido, cognition, cardiovascular health, and overall well-being. Chris emphasizes the need for balanced hormone therapies and criticizes the inefficiencies and risks associated with testosterone pellets, advocating instead for topical applications and highlighting the importance of seeking quality compounding pharmacies and knowledgeable functional medicine practitioners.www.nymhormones.comchristine@nymhormones

In the latest episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' Christine Givant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, tackles the prevalent misconceptions surrounding menopause and hormone therapy. She emphasizes that while menopause is inevitable, its symptoms and health risks like cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and weight gain are not. By employing strategies such as stress reduction, improved sleep, hormone balancing, and resistance training, women can mitigate these effects. Christine challenges common myths, particularly the unfounded fear that hormone therapy causes cancer, and urges women to explore safe, evidence-based options for maintaining vitality and health during menopause.

Christine talks heart health in this episode and explains why it should be a woman's main health concern...even over cancer. It's an eye opening episode and is part of a movement to educate women on Heart Health. Christine shares information from preventive cardiologist, Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum who states 80% of heart disease can be prevented but the vast majority of women don't know they have it. This episode could save your life or the life of a woman you love!

This is must know information! The episode begins by examining the potential link between menopause and Alzheimer's disease. Pharmacist Christine Givant, also known as Christine the Hormone Queen, discusses how menopause, and specifically low estrogen, impacts the brain, not just the ovaries, and may increase one's vulnerability to Alzheimer's Disease.The research done by Dr. Lisa Mosconi, a leading neuroscientist and leading expert on women's brain health, is referenced extensively to provide scientifically backed insights. You will learn the difference between a genetic mutation and a genetic risk factor and what you may be doing to increase your risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease. This episode. as always, provides known strategies to employ that will likely decrease your risk of developing this dreaded disease.

In the first episode of season 2 of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones' we tackle the question: Is drinking alcohol really all that bad for you? This conversation revolves around alcohol and its implications on health and wellness. It provides insights into the meaning of a standard unit of alcohol in the U.S. and defining what constitutes a light, moderate, or heavy drinker. Christine the Hormone Queen delves into the latest studies and helps to break down the often confusing evidence regarding alcohol and it's effects on your brain, your cardiovascular system, and on the risk for cancer. Sometimes the latest studies seem to contradict themselves, so Christine dives in and ferrets out the differentiating factors and helps you to truly understand alcohol and it's effects, good and bad, on the body.You won't want to miss this episode!

In this episode of Not Your Mother's Hormones, Compounding Pharmacist Christine Givant exposes the Food Industry and how they incorporate salt, fat and sugar to engineer the "Bliss Point". The Bliss Point is het combination of these ingredients that make the food the most craveable and difficult to resist. Christine explains the brain chemistry involved and why this addiction to sugar is creating a sick society full of chronic diseases such as diabetes. She also presents some "hacks" to both decrease cravings and decrease the glycemic jump post high sugar or carb foods. Several supplements are presented to assist in these tasks as well. Pharmacist Givant also goes into detail regarding doing a sugar detox. She explains the concept and what foods to eat and not eat during the 10 to 21 day sugar detox.You don't want to miss this episode! Now is the time to get ahold of your sugar craving and get back on a healthy path forward! Christine@nymhormones.comwww.nymhormones.com

Christine Givant, a compounding pharmacist, specializing in healthy aging, wellness and hormones, introduces the Centenarian Decathlon in the second season of her podcast. This episode delves into the importance of preparing for longevity through targeted physical training and maintaining health span. You will be introduced to the concept the Centenarian Decathlon coined by physician Dr Peter Attia MD. Key insights from Dr. Attia are shared, highlighting that longevity is less about fighting diseases once they appear and more about preventing them from happening through targeted and directed exercises and lifestyle choices. Pushing back the time of onset of diseases such as Cancer and Atherosclerosis will help your Final Decade of life be vibrant. Listeners learn about the four horsemen of chronic diseases and the necessity of balancing emotional, cognitive, and physical wellbeing to sustain longevity and quality of life.This episode encourages you to pick 10 physical activities you still want to be able to do in your Marginal Decade (last decade of life). We discuss what you need to do now to be able to achieve these activities in your 80's. 90's and beyond! www.peterattiamd.comwww.nymhormones.com Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity