THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Libido, Your Guide To Thriving In MidLife

Ever feel like your skin woke up one day and decided to do its own thing?There’s a real shift happening in midlife, and for most women, it shows up right on the surface first. Skin starts to feel drier, duller, more reactive… and suddenly you’re stuck trying to decode a world of products, advice, and conflicting information that just makes everything more overwhelming. What actually moves the needle isn’t more steps or more products, it’s understanding what your skin needs now, how it’s changed, and how to support it in a way that’s simple, realistic, and effective.I’m joined by Jess Iturzaeta, esthetician and founder of Simply Just Skincare, who has over 20 years of experience helping women cut through the noise and focus on what actually works from hydration and exfoliation to non-toxic products, Botox alternatives, and building a routine that fits real life.If you’ve been feeling confused, overwhelmed, or like your skin has a mind of its own lately, this is the episode that will finally help it make sense. Listen Now!Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode overview00:35 – Podcast intro02:35 – Skincare philosophy04:56 – Skin reflects internal health06:15 – Exfoliation + hydration basics07:35 – Simple skincare routine tips10:38 – Minimal products that work13:26 – Core routine breakdown16:25 – Morning vs night routine17:08 – Best exfoliation methods19:51 – Clean skincare ingredients guide26:59 – Expensive skincare truth30:17 – SPF + sun exposure tips36:45 – Botox alternatives explained38:28 – Facial tape + hydration fixes40:35 – Start simple before advanced42:45 – Simply Jess skincare overviewConnect with Jess Iturzaeta:You can use code PODCAST for 20% off the entire line: www.simplyjessskincare.com  Website: www.simplyjessskincare.com  Instagram and TikTok: @simplyjessskincare  Podcast: https://simplyjessskincare.com/blogs/podcast🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

If your body feels different lately and you can’t explain it, this will make sense.You’re eating well, working out, trying harder than ever. Yet somehow your weight is still going up, your energy is dropping, and nothing is responding the way it used to. There’s a reason for that, and it’s not because you’re doing anything wrong. The real issue isn’t discipline… it’s that your body needs a different kind of support than it did before.Once you understand these life-changing shifts that women go through in midlife, everything starts to make a lot more sense.Tune in and I’ll walk you through a few simple shifts you can start making right away to support your body the way it actually needs now.Episode Timeline: 00:00 - Episode Preview00:39 - Midlife Series Introduction01:30 - Why Body Feels Different03:45 - Weight Gain Frustration Explained06:30 - Health Debt Concept Explained08:51 - Muscle Loss Slows Metabolism09:30 - Cortisol Belly Trap12:30 - Stress Makes Weight Worse13:30 - Gut Microbiome Changes15:00 - Gut Issues And Weight17:47 - Mineral Depletion Effects19:30 - Stop Punishing Your Body22:22 - Take A Workout Break23:30 - Rebuild Minerals And Hydration24:59 - Why Testing Matters26:30 - What’s Next In Series🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthroughConnect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 

Most women don't realize their bones have been changing long before anyone thinks to look.While hormones, metabolism, and muscle are all affected by midlife shifts, bone is already responding to stress, nutrition, and estrogen in real time. What we've been told about bone loss starting "later" isn't just incomplete. It delays the very actions that could change the trajectory.I'm joined by Dr. Ben Weitz, a functional medicine practitioner and sports chiropractor who rebuilt his own bone after a traumatic fracture using advanced nutrition, testing, and anabolic strategies. His clinical depth and personal experience make this one worth your time.If you've ever thought bone health was something to worry about later, this will change that. Listen now.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview00:27 – Episode Introduction02:32 – Guest Injury Story06:45 – Bone Healing Protocol10:00 – Calcium and Vitamin K13:03 – Bone Drugs Explained18:04 – Rehab and Recovery20:20 – Bone Healing Success22:17 – Key Bone Lab Tests24:05 – DEXA Scan Explained27:06 – When to Start Testing27:34 – Best Bone Exercises30:53 – Bone Building Myth33:11 – Ballistic Training Explained34:33 – Maintenance Strategy Basics37:15 – Vitamin D Importance39:23 – Minerals for Bone Health42:02 – When to Retest42:55 – Prevention Over Treatment44:27 – Final TakeawaysConnect with Dr. Ben Weitz:Clinic Phone Number: 310-395-3111Website https://drweitz.com/Rational Wellness Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rational-wellness-podcast/id1191232372SocialsFacebook  https://www.facebook.com/ben.weitz.12/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drbenweitz/   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@weitzchiroLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/weitzchiro/🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

Why does your progress suddenly go backwards in midlife… even when you’re doing everything right?If you’ve ever felt like things were finally working; your sleep, your energy, your routines and then suddenly it all slides backwards, you’re not alone. I’m unpacking why setbacks happen in this phase of life, especially during perimenopause, and why they’re actually a normal part of the process. We’ll look at what’s really driving these shifts from stress and hormone fluctuations to changes in your environment and nervous system, so you can stop questioning yourself every time things feel off. And I’ll walk you through how to navigate these moments without overdoing it, giving up, or falling into that “nothing works” spiral. This is one of those episodes you’re going to want to come back to especially on the weeks where it feels like nothing is working. Tune in now! Episode Timeline: 00:00 - Episode Preview00:44 - Podcast Intro01:30 - Real Life Setbacks Example03:30 - Progress Is Not Linear05:50 - Regression Is Normal06:34 - Stress Disrupts Progress08:20 - Hormone Rollercoaster Explained11:30 - Environment Impacts Your Body14:00 - Body Needs Recovery Phases16:00 - Mindset Can Sabotage Progress18:00 - Healing Happens In Phases19:30 - Zoom Out And Assess20:30 - Return To Foundations21:30 - Reduce Pressure On Body22:30 - Identify Hidden Stressors23:30 - Stay Consistent Imperfectly24:30 - Progress Requires Perspective🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

No one tells you that the real shift in midlife isn’t just physical… It's personal.In this conversation, we’re unpacking something that doesn’t get talked about enough,  how so many of us have been taught to override our needs, push through, and take care of everyone else… until our body finally says “I can’t keep doing this.” We talk about why your symptoms aren’t just physical, how self-abandonment quietly builds over time, and why it starts showing up in your energy, your health, your relationships, and even your weight. This is about recognizing the small, everyday ways you’ve been leaving yourself behind and what begins to change when you stop. Because your body isn’t failing you… it’s responding to everything you’ve been carrying.I’m joined by Crystal Andrus Morissette, six-time international bestselling author and creator of the Emotional Edge framework, who has been leading this conversation and helping women reconnect to themselves in a deeper way.Tune in, this might shift how you understand what your body’s been trying to tell youEpisode Timeline: 00:00 - Midlife Wake Up Moment00:37 - Why Women Self-Abandon05:34 - Body Is The Messenger05:34 - Crystal’s Turning Point Story11:14 - Midlife Second Act Begins12:09 - How To Recognize It12:27 - Signs Of Self-Abandonment14:38 - Small Choices Add Up16:09 - Health Not Built For Women16:45 - Women Are Not Small Men18:15 - Happiness Affects Your Body18:28 - Mother And Daughter Energy19:19 - Finding Your True Self22:37 - Parts Of You Explained26:02 - Journaling To Reconnect29:18 - First Step Is Awareness31:41 - How To Start Healing31:41 - You Are Not Broken34:12 - What Would Courage Do36:47 - Menopause As Turning Point40:51 - Asking For The Right Help43:27 - Final Thoughts And TakeawaysConnect with Crystal Andrus Morisette:FB: https://www.facebook.com/CrystalAndrusMorissetteInsta: https://www.instagram.com/crystalandrusmorissette/ WEB: https://www.swatinstitute.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/crystalandrusYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/crystalandrusQUIZ: SWATinstitute.com/quiz 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

If sleep hygiene and all the “sleep tips” aren’t working for you… this is why.This is the final episode in our sleep miniseries, and I really wanted to bring everything together in a way that actually makes sense for your body. Because so many women are stuck thinking they just need more discipline, a better routine, or one more supplement. And the truth is… sleep hygiene can support your sleep, but it doesn’t always fix what’s actually driving the issue underneath. We talk about what’s really going on when your body won’t stay asleep, things like cortisol rhythm, gut health, histamine, minerals, and why your nervous system might not feel safe enough to fully rest. I also walk you through the difference between doing all the “right things” and actually having a body that’s ready for sleep… because those are not the same thing. And this is where testing, not guessing, starts to change everything for women who feel stuck.If you’ve been lying awake wondering what’s wrong with you… come listen to this final episode, and we’re going to help you understand what it’s saying.Episode Timeline: 00:05 - Sleep Hygiene Not Enough02:00 - What Sleep Hygiene Really Does04:30 - When Sleep Hygiene Works06:30 - Discipline vs Body Readiness08:08 - Gut Issues Disrupt Sleep10:30 - Histamine And Night Waking12:30 - Why Testing Matters14:30 - Minerals And Sleep Support16:06 - Sleep Supplement Stack18:30 - Stop Guessing Start Testing19:45 - Fix Sleep And Digestion First20:30 - Your Body Is Communicating21:30 - Final Thoughts And Next Steps 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

So many women are told their labs are “normal” while their bodies are clearly saying something else.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kela Smith, a PhD, holistic doctor, researcher, educator, and founder of the Hormone Puzzle Society, to unpack one of the biggest gaps in women’s health today.We talk about why so many women in perimenopause and midlife are told their labs are “normal” while they are still dealing with fatigue, weight gain, poor sleep, and hormone chaos.Episode Timeline: 01:42 – Her Infertility Healing Story02:50 – What Is Hypothalamic Amenorrhea04:27 – Limits Of Conventional Lab Testing06:20 – Why Normal Labs Mislead06:31 – The Hormone Puzzle Framework07:44 – PUZZLE Acronym Explained09:14 – Most Common Missing Foundations09:48 – Why Sleep Matters For Hormones13:04 – Why Routine Helps Hormone Health14:30 – Why Daily Pooping Matters15:29 – Functional Labs Vs Blood Work17:17 – Testing Across Hormone Life Stages18:28 – What The Dutch Test Reveals21:04 – Thyroid Testing Women Actually Need23:06 – Gut Liver And Nervous System25:06 – What Methylation Means For Health27:11 – Lab Patterns Behind Common Symptoms29:54 – Key Functional Tests She Runs32:33 – Why Lab Data Empowers Women33:40 – Her Book On Hormone Healing36:07 – Where To Learn From Dr Smith  Connect with Dr. Kela Smith:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kela_healthcoach/?kuid=dce3546a-722b-4263-a1e1-342ebf64cb68-1773731347&kref=BosvGtaq4PoQ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT907FBq9X7frbCPpxlrJ2wWebsite - https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/about/dr-kela-smith/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kela.robinson?kuid=dce3546a-722b-4263-a1e1-342ebf64cb68-1773731347&kref=BosvGtaq4PoQ 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

Feeling more overwhelmed, more emotional, or struggling with energy lately? Let me ask you this… how has your sleep been?As we continue our Get Some Sleep mini-series, I want to unpack something most women never realize: sleep deprivation doesn’t just make you tired, it quietly spills into your hormones, metabolism, mood, and even your relationships.In this conversation, we zoom out and explore how midlife hormone shifts and nervous system stress can amplify the impact of poor sleep in ways many women don’t expect. I also share why your body naturally becomes more sensitive in your 40s and 50s and why that sensitivity isn’t a weakness, but an important signal. Most importantly, we start unpacking how to listen to what your body may be saying through sleep deprivation.Press play and let’s decode what your body has been trying to tell you.Episode Timeline: 00:06 — Sleep As Canary In Coal Mine02:00 — Midlife Sensitivity And Stress Bandwidth04:30 — How Sleep Drives Weight Gain06:30 — Survival Mode And Metabolism08:30 — Brain Fog And Emotional Reactivity10:30 — Sleep, Libido, And Relationships12:30 — Anxiety, Depression, And Poor Sleep14:30 — Why This Isn’t Personal Failure16:30 — When Sleep Hygiene Isn’t Enough18:30 — Power Of Functional Hormone Testing20:30 — Gut Health, Histamine, And Sleep22:00 — Nervous System First, Then Weight Loss23:12 — Three-Week Nervous System Reset24:30 — Invitation To Clarity Call25:10 — Next Episode In Sleep Series🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

A lot of women hit their 40s and suddenly wonder: where did my drive go?In this episode, I’m joined by executive coach and leadership trainer Amina AlTai, author of The Ambition Trap, to talk about the powerful shift many women experience in perimenopause when their relationship with success, work, and purpose starts to change.We dive into why so many ambitious women suddenly feel a loss of “spark,” how nervous system capacity and life demands impact our drive, and why midlife often becomes the moment when women stop chasing expectations and start reconnecting with what truly matters. Amina also shares how core emotional patterns can influence our ambition and how women can begin to move from painful ambition to purposeful ambition.If you’ve been wondering why your energy, motivation, or career desires feel different lately, this episode will give you a whole new framework for understanding it.Episode Timeline: 00:29 – Episode Overview01:44 – Amina’s Ambition Journey03:34 – Redefining Ambition04:22 – Ambition vs Motivation07:58 – The Five Core Wounds11:02 – Midlife Loss of Spark11:46 – Rethinking Success in Midlife13:57 – Painful vs Purposeful Ambition14:09 – Health Changes and Energy17:21 – Listening to Body Signals19:09 – Finding Joy Again20:53 – Resources vs Demands24:18 – Gender Bias in Ambition27:36 – Fixing Systems for Women29:38 – Permission to Want More31:01 – Embracing Ambition Cycles31:39 – Ambition Changes in Midlife33:02 – Letting Go of People Pleasing35:19 – The Underground Phase35:49 – Where to Connect with Amina AlTaiConnect with Amina AlTai:Website: aminaaltai.com  Instagram (@aminaaltai): instagram.com/aminaaltai/  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aminaaltai  Check out Amina’s bestselling book, The Ambition Trap: aminaaltai.com/book 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

If you wake up tired, foggy, and already disoriented early in the morning… this might explain it.So many high-performing women in midlife tell me, “I’m sleeping… but I don’t feel refreshed.” You’re in bed. You’re not scrolling. You’re doing the “right” things. And yet you wake up foggy, wired at 2am, reaching for caffeine like it’s oxygen. What we unpack here is the difference between sleep and recovery — because they are not the same thing. I bring up the two (2) cortisol patterns I constantly see on functional lab testing and how hormonal shifts impact your nervous system’s ability to downshift, especially at perimenopause.If you’re tired of “trying harder” and ready to understand what your body is actually communicating, this episode will give you the clarity and next steps you’ve been missing.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Sleep Isn’t Always Recovery03:45 – Two Cortisol Patterns07:58 – Hormones Or Stress?10:45 – Gut And Sleep13:40 – Minerals And Midlife16:46 – Blood Sugar Clues18:30 – Exercise And Energy Debt21:45 – Action Steps To Start24:30 – Eat Like A Grown Woman26:36 – Build A Real Bedtime Routine29:00 – Foundations Before Blaming Hormones30:00 – Test Don’t Guess30:45 – Protect Your Energy🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

What if the water you drink could change your brain, your energy, and even how you age?In this episode, I sit down with Mario Brainovic, researcher and founder of Analemma Water, to explore the concept of “coherent water” and how modern environmental stressors like EMFs may be disrupting the structure of the water in and around us. We dive into the science behind water coherence, brainwave changes, mitochondrial energy (ATP), NAD levels, and what this could mean for brain fog, fatigue, sleep, and long-term cellular health in midlife women. Mario shares the results of double-blind human studies, plant research, and emerging data on how structured water may impact heart rate variability, microbiome diversity, and overall resilience. This conversation stretches from hard science to big-picture thinking about energy, biology, and our connection to the natural world.This episode might change how you think about the most basic input your body receives every single day. Tune in now!Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Overview04:06 – We Are Mostly Water06:17 – Chaotic vs Coherent Water08:17 – Why Water Structure Matters10:30 – What Is Coherent Water?11:46 – Twin Brainwave Study14:29 – Water and Brain Fog14:56 – ATP and Energy Production17:19 – Mitochondria and Aging19:47 – EMFs and Brain Impact21:07 – 5G Plant Experiment23:34 – Soil and Microbiome Study26:49 – How the Water Technology Works29:20 – Bathing and Heart Rate33:27 – NAD and Longevity35:36 – Water and Circadian Rhythm38:19 – Filtering vs Frequency42:21 – How to Get Started45:53 – Mission for Coherent PlanetConnect with Mario Brainovic:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mariobrainovic/?hl=en Company Website - https://www.analemma-water.com/ 🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

Can’t sleep through the night anymore? Trust me, that’s not just aging.Sleep changes in perimenopause and menopause are often blamed on “getting older,” but that’s a misconception. I’m here to tell you what’s really going on and why your sleep issues might be your body’s way of communicating something deeper. From stress and hormone shifts to blood sugar crashes and gut issues, your body isn’t just “falling apart”, it’s giving you clues. In this episode, I’ll help you understand the patterns that are keeping you awake, so you can stop guessing and finally get the restful sleep you deserve.If you’ve been struggling with sleepless nights, this is the episode that’ll give you the clarity and answers you need. Tune in now!Episode Timeline: 00:04 - Introduction to Sleep Struggles01:59 - Sleep Is Not Just Aging04:22 - The Real Causes of Sleep Issues07:13 - The Impact of Stress on Sleep09:00 - Cortisol Dysregulation and Night Waking10:41 - Blood Sugar Crashes and Sleep12:41 - Mineral Depletion and Sleep Quality15:03 - Why Generic Advice Doesn’t Work16:48 - The Importance of Functional Testing18:06 - The Costs of Poor Sleep19:32 - How to Start Improving Sleep🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 

Perimenopause doesn’t have to feel like a mystery you’re meant to “just push through.”This conversation explores what’s really happening in midlife and why so many women feel stuck between symptoms and real solutions. I’m joined by integrative health practitioner Marnee Dejong as we unpack mold toxicity, gut dysfunction, mineral depletion, and why it’s almost never “just one thing” during this phase.We talk about functional testing (GI-MAP, DUTCH, mineral analysis), the role of hormone replacement therapy, and the growing conversation around peptide therapy; what’s helpful, what’s hype, and what should make you pause. Most importantly, we break down why foundations come first, how to think strategically about advanced tools, and how to advocate for your health without getting swept up in trends.If midlife feels louder than it used to, this conversation will steady you. Listen now. Episode Timeline: 00:34 – Guest Introduction02:17 – Mold Toxicity Journey04:22 – Early Perimenopause Wake-Up04:48 – It’s Never One Thing05:38 – Healing Takes Time08:00 – Six-Month Healing Reality08:47 – Top Functional Tests12:56 – Test, Don’t Guess14:10 – HRT Access Challenges18:01 – Optimizing HRT Dosing20:30 – Foundations Before Prescriptions21:25 – Peptide Therapy Awareness24:06 – Safe Peptide Education25:39 – Peptide Safety Considerations28:50 – Ozempic Misconceptions30:03 – GLP-1 Cultural Pressure33:32 – Advocate For Yourself37:38 – Where To Find MarnieAbout Marnee Dejong:Marnee Dejong is an Integrative Health Practitioner specializing in women's hormones over 35 and perimenopause. Teaching women how to support their hormones in midlife without the overwhelm. Perimenopause needs a different approach but one that is effective and realistic.Connect with Marnee Dejong:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnee.dejong/Web: www.marneedejongwellness.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarneeDejongWellness🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough 

Are your peptides not working… or are your foundations actually shaky?Peptides don’t override physiology; they amplify it.  And that’s the reason why shaky foundations can also hold back your results. In this episode, we’re doing a loving but honest audit of why peptides stall in midlife women. I break down the seven (7) most common mistakes I see from poor sourcing and dosing errors to undereating, mineral depletion, gut dysfunction, stress, sleep issues, and training like it’s 2004. We also talk about why functional labs matter, why more isn’t better, and how to stop stacking protocols randomly and start being strategic with your body. If you’re on peptides (or thinking about them) and want better results without guessing, this episode is your smarter starting point.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview00:51 – Podcast Intro02:20 – Why Peptides Feel Stuck04:35 – Peptides Amplify Physiology05:45 – Mistake 1: Poor Sourcing08:40 – Mistake 2: Minerals & Gut11:55 – Mistake 3: Under Eating14:01 – Mistake 4: Training Mistakes17:40 – Mistake 5: Sleep & Stress19:30 – Survival Mode Blocks Results20:45 – Mistake 6: Dosing Errors22:10 – Stacking Too Many Peptides23:45 – Mistake 7: No Lab Review24:50 – Why Functional Labs Matter26:05 – Foundations Before Enhancements27:21 – Next Steps + Hormone Support🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough 

Toxic overload is more common than you think.In this conversation, I’m joined by board-certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Michele Scarlet. We unpack toxic overload and how it becomes the “cup that spills over” in perimenopause, triggering weight gain, brain fog, insomnia, hormonal chaos, and nervous system dysregulation. Listen in and learn how to lower your toxic load without extreme cleanses, punishment, or fear.Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview00:20 – Podcast Intro03:52 – Michelle’s Breast Implant Story06:06 – Rapid Weight Gain Truth08:59 – Overflowing Toxic Cup10:18 – How Detox Actually Works13:29 – Liver Processes Everything15:43 – First Steps: Food + Poop18:31 – Pick Your Poison19:45 – Daily Detox Habits25:37 – Why Weight Drops Fast28:00 – Nervous System As Toxin31:13 – When Exercise Becomes Toxic34:29 – Detox Done Wrong Risks36:22 – Grace In Perimenopause37:55 – Where to Connect with Michelle ScarlettConnect with Michele Scarlet:Website - https://www.michelescarlet.com/about Instagram - @michelescarlet_🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 

When life feels chaotic, it’s easy to neglect your health. But your body is constantly sending signals that deserve attention.In this episode, I share five key insights to help you protect your central nervous system and navigate the stress that comes with midlife. We’ll explore the importance of setting boundaries to prevent burnout, listening to your body’s needs so you can make decisions that nourish you, and learning from your triggers to break free from negative cycles. We’ll also dive into how to recognize the signals your body is sending about stress and how to manage them, and I’ll guide you through the process of creating a more balanced, sustainable approach to health.Tune in now to discover five powerful insights that will help you restore balance in midlife!Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Preview00:35 – Podcast Intro03:26 – Protect Your Nervous System06:40 – Set Boundaries Around Stress08:45 – Acts Of Kindness Reset09:15 – Burnout Changes Everything11:50 – Foundations Before Optimization12:30 – Listen To Your Body15:40 – Learn From Your Triggers18:20 – Stop The Spiral19:45 – Why Survival Mode Happens22:10 – Compassion For Your Body24:20 – Six Human Needs Explained26:40 – Growth And Contribution28:43 - Finding Fulfillment in Chaos🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer 

Is midlife leaving you lost? Here’s how to find your way backIn today’s conversation with Karen Chong, we’re diving into the transformative power of frequency work,  a simple but profound practice that can help you release the emotional blocks keeping you stuck. Karen explains how your energy plays a major role in shaping your life, from stress and health struggles to feeling out of sync in midlife. She shares real-life examples of how shifting your frequency can bring more peace, clarity, and alignment into your world. If you’re curious about how energy work can shift your reality, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights you won’t want to miss.Episode timeline: 00:02 - Welcome to the Podcast01:03 - Karen's Journey from Crisis to Healing05:38 - Discovering the Power of Frequency Work09:17 - The Matrix Moment: Expanding Perception14:33 - How Frequency Influences Your Physical Reality16:39 - Shifting Your Energy for Transformation19:18 - Releasing Distortion Patterns for Clarity26:34 - The Link Between Frequency 28:31 - Redefining Perfection 35:25 - How Frequency Work Can Change Your Life39:08 - Understanding the Impact of Timelines44:52 - Exploring the Concept of Timelines49:26 - Real-Life Changes Through Frequency Work53:25 - How to Start Your Frequency Journey57:03 - Closing Thoughts and InvitationConnect with Karen Cheong: Website: https://www.sphericalluminosity.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spherical_luminosity/ Go to instagram DM her Reboot111 Resonance reboot bundle FOR FREE (Normally $600) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SphericalLuminosity  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SphericalLuminosity🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough 

If you’re scared to start peptides because you don’t want to be on them forever, listen in.In today’s conversation, I’m answering one of the most common and quietly loaded questions women ask me about peptide therapy: Do I have to stay on this forever? We’re unpacking where that fear really comes from, why it makes total sense, and how peptides are actually meant to be used in the body. I’ll walk you through the difference between support and dependency, what it looks like when peptides are working with your physiology (not replacing it), and why “forever” is usually the wrong framework altogether. We’ll also talk about timing, plateaus, and how to know when it’s time to continue, pause, or step back. Press play if you want clarity before committing to peptides, without fear or pressureEpisode Timeline: 00:00 - Episode Preview01:27 - Podcast Intro 03:31 - Stress and Health Breakdown06:26 - Results & Dependency Concerns09:31 - How Peptides Work12:07 - Expectations of Results14:00 - Phases of Results: 1-4 Weeks16:57 - When to Cycle or Stop Peptides17:01 - Receptive Rest Periods20:10 - Plateaus & Adjusting Protocol25:00 - Importance of Foundation in Health27:00 - Peptides as Tools, Not Lifelines🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough 

Your body is responding to how hard you’ve been pushing.Elizabeth explains the concept of hormonal and metabolic “debt,” why sex hormones are often the first system to be underfunded, and how productivity culture trains women to ignore early warning signs. Episode Timeline: 01:15 – Elizabeth’s Burnout Story03:00 – Chronic Stress Builds Slowly05:20 – Productivity And Self-Worth07:55 – The Body Defines Stress09:30 – Stress Isn’t Mental12:30 – Ignoring Early Body Signals14:45 – Vital Reserve Explained16:05 – Chronic Stress Becomes Debt17:30 – Why Symptoms Are Dismissed19:50 – Health Debt In Midlife22:40 – Exercise As Energy Cost25:52 – Stress And Early Menopause27:30 – Hormones And Vital Reserve29:10 – Rethinking Menopause Meaning32:20 – No Quick Fix Solution36:15 – Trial And Error Trap41:30 – Beyond “Feeling Neutral”51:00 – Final Takeaways And SupportAbout Elizabeth Gaines:Elizabeth Gaines is Director of Education at Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN), where she leads curriculum design, live training and mentor development for one of the world’s most respected functional health certification programs. Free exclusive access to “FDN Methodology in Action” case study series at https://fdntraining.com/theperiodwhispererConnect with Elizabeth Gaines:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining/ You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xDnEKCe9gKeWZ2vbE3C8w  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr/  Podcast - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/health-detective-podcast/  🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough 

What if a simple injection could boost your energy, improve your sleep, and support your overall health during perimenopause?I’m sharing my personal journey, the wins, the challenges, and everything I’ve learned along the way, so you can decide if peptides might be the right tool for you.Tune in as I talk about my experience with peptides, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why listening to your body is key.Episode Timeline: 00:01 – Episode Preview01:27 – Podcast Intro04:10 – Listening to Body Signals06:45 – Refocusing on Peptides08:48 – What Peptides Really Are10:30 – My Peptide Journey Begins14:40 – Foundations Before Peptides16:55 – Defining My Health Challenges19:20 – Why I Chose Each Peptide21:55 – What Changed Fast24:46 – What Takes Time26:44 – Why Lab Testing Matters29:10 – What Didn’t Change31:05 – What’s Next For Me34:10 – When to Shift Strategy36:30 – Peptides: Icing on Cake39:05 – How to Know You’re Ready42:10 – Final Takeaways & Next Steps🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough