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

2 million people get diagnosed with graves disease in the USA alone each year. Statistically speaking, the majority of patients that are diagnosed are women between the ages of 45 to 55. That demographic has shifted significantly and expanded to now include more women between the child bearing ages of 25 to 35+. It's mind blowing and there remains little to no information out there to help find natural and more holistic ways to get to the other side of the disease. Our expert guest today was diagnosed with Graves Disease over 10 years ago, and she was told that the only solution to get better was to remove her thyroid or undergo radiation to shrink it... then be medicated for the rest of her life. Those were NOT healthy options to her so she found her own way and today she shares how she got started and is now in remission.   Mina Grace Ward, The Graves’ Disease Chef, is on a mission to help people starve Graves’ Disease so they can thrive and not just survive. Mina Grace, founder of MGW & Company, is defying limitations and the status quo. After a successful political career spanning nearly 25 years, she emerged from an 18-year retirement to share her healing journey and hope for others battling Autoimmune Graves' Disease. A passionate advocate for health awareness, she’s a testament to resilience. She's a recipe developer having created over 800+ plant-forward tested and perfected recipes and she’s also an author, empowering others with her books like “The Graves’ Disease Chef Cookbook – How to Master Simple to Gourmet Plant-Based Flavors from Around the World” and the first of its kind Guidebook, "There Had to Be Another Way - Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do for Graves’ Disease." As the "Graves' Disease Chef" on social media, she hosts cooking demos and provides resources and support for those battling the condition.   Learn More From Mina Here:   INSTA: @thegravesdiseasechef FB: TheGravesDiseaseChefMinaGraceWard  WEB: www.thegravesdiseasechef.com FREEBIE SNEAK PEEKS:   www.thegravesdiseasechef.ck.page/thegravesdiseasechefcookbook   www.thegravesdiseasechef.ck.page/therehadtobeanotherway     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT  

Feeling stuck? Like your energy is in the toilet, your sleep is disrupted and the scale is going in the wrong direction no matter what you try? Then this is the episode for you!   Tune in to learn: How To Work With Your Body Instead Of Against It The Metabolic Systems Of Your Body You NEED To Know To Lose Weight & Feel Great The First Steps You Can’t Avoid If You Want To Thrive In Your Body   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT  

In today’s expert interview, psychotherapist Veronica Valli shares some real truths and and tips about becoming sober. Her journey has been one of profound transformation and resilience. By the time she was 18, she was struggling with addiction to drugs and alcohol, using substances to manage her crippling anxiety and panic attacks. Desperate for help, she sought assistance from countless professionals but only found true sobriety at the age of 27. It wasn’t until she understood why she drank the way she did that she was finally able to stop. Her professional journey is as impressive as her personal one. Veronica became a psychotherapist at 30, and since then, she has: Run a rehab center, Worked with governments and private practice, Authored three influential books, and hosted the popular Soberful Podcast With over 24 years of sobriety under her belt!   Veronica has helped thousands live happy, successful, sober lives through her work as a sobriety coach.     Tune In to Learn:   Myths about alcohol and drugs that women in peri need to know Why it can seen hard to become sober but it is actually more fun First steps to taking a break     Learn more from Veronica Here:   Instagram: @veronicavalli3 Tik tok: @veronicajvalli Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Soberful Podcast: https://soberful.com/category/podcasts-soberful/       SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT    

Feeling like perimenopause is a curse? I firmly believe that it is the gift you didn’t want but definitely need and I explain it all (and how) in this episode!   Tune in to learn:   How to quiet the overwhelm and actually make progress in your health The only way to get your body to change The 5 steps to making perimenopause your best life transition yet     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT  

In this exclusive expert interview with Medical DNA Genomics Expert Dr. Laura Fortner, we talk about the genetics behind our health and the impact of them on perimenopause.   Laura Fortner is a Board certified OBGYN, Ivy league grad from the University of Pennsylvania and Medical DNA Genomics expert with 30 years experience treating thousands of women. She specializes in personalized DNA genomics for perimenopause and menopause woman.   Tune In To Learn:   How DNA mapping can transform your health in perimenopause The top 5 diseases we will end up dying from that can be prevented How to turn on and off your genes   Learn More From Laura Here:   TikTok: Fortner/@drlaurafortner/tiktok INSTAGRAM: @dr.laura.fortner     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   JOIN ME IN THE FREE, BRAND NEW ELEVATED HORMONE HUB TO CONTINUE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS   CHECK OUT THE HORMONE SAFE PRODUCTS I AM LOVING HERE  

Belly fat, brain fog, fatigue, heavy periods, poor sleep? If this is you, you don’t want to miss this episode. Beyond nutrition, movement, sleep and stress management, there are 2 key secret stressors that are massively impacting your hormones. The good news? They are actually super easy to fix and I walk you through them both in this episode!   Tune In To Learn:   The 2 hidden stressors that make a MASSIVE difference in how you feel and how your hormones function The simple action steps you can take to cut them out     JOIN ME IN THE FREE, BRAND NEW ELEVATED HORMONE HUB TO CONTINUE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS   CHECK OUT THE HORMONE SAFE PRODUCTS I AM LOVING HERE   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW

In this exclusive expert interview with the amazing American Gladiator, Lori ‘ICE’ Fetrick, we discuss everything from going through perimenopause before there was Google, why women don’t talk about sex, the impact of stress on our hormones, to how she listens to her body now at 61. Lori is proof that when you learn your body and listen to your body, you can be in amazing shape at any age…through perimenopause and beyond!   Lori "ICE" Fetrick is a fitness health icon. Former American Gladiator she has unique authority in the fitness world, symbolizing  strength, endurance, and discipline.  She brings immense value due to her impressive fitness journey and proven credibility. At 61, she remains in phenomenal shape, inspiring a broad audience, particularly women in both peri and post menopause who want to maintain or improve their health.   Tune In To Learn:   The first key to supporting your body in perimenopause What it was like to go through perimenopause before there was GOOGLE The root cause of most perimenopause symptoms The question I asked that no one had ever asked her   Learn More From Lori Here:   INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/lori.ice.fetrick/ POD: https://www.youtube.com/@chillinwithice YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@chillinwithice TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@lori.ice.fetrick     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW     GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT  

Motivation can be difficult in perimenopause when it feels like life is so busy and nothing is working or like your body is changing while you change nothing. If you have found yourself starting and stopping on healthy habits, struggling to stay consistent or motivated, this episode is for you!   Tune In To Learn:   The 3 key hacks for staying motivated in perimenopause    SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT

Gut issues can be a massive cause of hormonal imbalance, poor detoxification and symptoms in perimenopause. On this expert interview episode, join me with Candace Stone to break down what you need to know about how to transform your gut in perimenopause.   Integrative health coach Candace Stone helps women overcome chronic gut issues naturally and live life with more freedom and energy. She’s the creator of The Gut Health Method, an 8-week program designed to help women heal their gut with personalized diet and lifestyle changes so they can eat without gas, bloat and pain, go to the bathroom normally every day and live life with more freedom and energy.  After struggling decades with gut issues herself to now living symptom-free for 25 years, Candace has unlocked the key to healing and rebalancing the gut in the shortest timeframe possible. Gut healing is foundational to improving many other symptoms too such as low energy/fatigue, mood, elevated stress response, brain fog, disrupted sleep, hormonal imbalances (PMS, menopause), weight gain, headaches/migraines and allergies.    Tune In To Learn:   How SHOULD your digestion feel…what is normal. Key first steps you can do to support your gut and when to reach out for help. A simple, fun test to test your gut motility   Learn More From Candace Here:   INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/candacestonehealth/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/candace.h.stone/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/candacestonehealth/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@candacestonehealth SUPPORT GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivebeyondibs     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW     GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT

The discussion of protein is such a hot topic these days! Do we need it? How much do we need? Does it really matter? Are we digesting it properly? Is it the right quality? So this episode is here to answer all of your questions about protein in perimenopause and how it impacts your hormones, your energy, your weight and your muscle!   Tune in to learn: Do you really need protein? How much to you need? How to make it easy   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB MY FAV PROTEIN POWDER HERE USE HELLO10 FOR YOUR DISCOUNT      

When you are struggling with all of the symptoms of a hormonally imbalanced body (which by the way is a common part of going through perimenopause) one of the first steps I focus on for myself and my clients is to manage blood sugar levels. Choosing nutrition that creates consistent blood sugar in the body will improve sleep, reduce cravings and fatigue, reduce cortisol and give the body the space it needs to metabolize and balance our hormones themselves…keeping all of those terrible symptoms away…not to mention aid our bodies in shifting from fat storage to fat burning…sounds pretty great right?!?   Although managing your blood glucose on your own is possible, I have fallen in love with an amazing tool called a Continuous Glucose Monitor (or CGM) from a company called Nutrisense which you wear on your body and not only gives you immediate feedback on how your specific blood sugar is being affected by your food choices, but also how to improve energy, sleep, fitness and therefore results. On this episode of the pod,  I am fortunate enough to have the amazing Catherine Staffieri, a nutrition and glucose expert and registered dietician with Nutrisense, to chat about the impact of glucose on hormones, perimenopause and menopause, weight loss and the incredible benefits of using a CGM as a tool to help you feel your best.   Catherine is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist currently working as a Nutrition Manager at Nutrisense, one of the fastest growing healthtech start-ups aimed to help anyone discover and reach their health potential. Catherine has counseled thousands of clients on their glucose scores reviewing over 750,000 hours of glucose data and recorded meals in the process, while recommending nutritional adjustments to improve metabolic health. She holds a Masters in Nutrition Education from Columbia University and completed her undergrad work at the University of Pennsylvania. She enjoys cooking, spending time with her 3 kids, traveling and being active. Catherine’s philosophy is that you’re never too old to make changes in your life to better your mind, your body and your well being.   Tune In To Learn:   How Glucose Impacts your hormones What tracking Glucose Is the First Line Of Defense Against Hormone Imbalance   Learn More About Nutrisense Here:   Insta: @nutrisenseio Insta @cstaffieri_rdn. Website: www.nutrisense.io DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA for $50 off     SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE NUTRITION EASY IN PERIMENOPAUSE FOR JUST $24 NOW  

Are you someone who likes to use your GPS and know were you are going before you hit the road? Seeing the path, the whole picture of what your journey will likely entail is so critical for being in control, having confidence and getting where you want to go. This episode is for you if you are ready to see the entire picture from a macro view of perimenopause. You may not be able to know or control the unexpected, but there are 3 key truths that you must know if you want this journey to be as smooth as possible and I cover them all in this episode.   Tune in to learn: How to address the root cause of your symptoms Why starting now is critical SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE NUTRITION EASY IN PERIMENOPAUSE FOR JUST $24 NOW

PCOS - polycystic ovary syndrome is hormone disorder that goes undiagnosed in up to 70% of women! When perimenopause comes on the scene with its shifting hormones, these symptoms can make life even more uncomfortable. I had to have an amazing expert on the podcast to share about this important topic and give us some real information to feel better and know more about our own bodies as women. If you have PCOS, don’t know about it, or are wondering about it, this is the episode for you!   Today’s expert interview guest is Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer who is the physician founder of Well Empowered where she practices data-driven, heart-centered Functional Medicine. She created Well Empowered with one commitment in mind: Guiding you in creating the health and vitality that transforms your experience of life and alters what is possible. How does Dr. H live true to this? By taking a root-cause, natural medicine approach that marries heart and science. Through working one-on-one and with groups, Dr. H provides access to the information, inspiration and strategies you need to produce sustainable and transformative health outcomes.   Tune In to Learn:   What PCOS is and how it might impact differently in perimenopause What you need to know about your gut microbiome and your hormones (whether you have PCOS or not!) The MOST important things you can do for relief from PCOS symptoms   Learn more from Dr. Jessie here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellempowered Website: https://www.wellempowered.com YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTQQYifh68GOH-89TXEJXhA       SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE NUTRITION EASY IN PERIMENOPAUSE FOR JUST $24 NOW      

If you need a quick roadmap of simple and free things you can do that WILL help you feel better in perimenopause and beyond…then sister, this is the episode for you!   Tune in to learn: 10 quick and free habits to massively impact your weight, energy & brain fog in perimenopause How to implement them so that they stick The bones hacks I add to make these EVEN easier! SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE NUTRITION EASY IN PERIMENOPAUSE FOR JUST $24 NOW

For years I have struggled with the mean girl voice in my head during the week leading up to my period. Many women struggle with anxiety, irritability, sadness during this week and have suffered for years thinking this is normal. It’s not normal and for many, it’s quite preventible. In perimenopause, whatever symptoms you have been struggling with will be magnified, so finding a solution that can help with this challenging time of the month is game changing.   After trying the product myself, I had to have Jubilance on the podcast to share how they are making a massive impact in the mind of so many women when it comes to these emotional and mental symptoms of PMS.   Jubilance contains one active ingredient that is part of many metabolic reactions occurring naturally in the body. This ingredient, oxaloacetate, is important in energy production, glucose system support, and overall proper cellular functioning. In peer-reviewed clinical trials, just one month of Jubilance significantly relieved PMS-related anxiety, gloominess, irritability and stress. In response to the clinical trial results, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has allowed Jubilance to include the structure/function claim of “Oxaloacetate may help alleviate the mild to moderate psychological and/or behavioral symptoms associated with Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS).“   Tune In To Learn:   What is actually causing PMS symptoms Why PMS gets worse in perimenopause How one key ingredient can make a massive difference   Learn More About Jubilance Here:   Instagram: JubilanceforPMS1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCr2lfpuBwnCjd5DgNTdjKw Website is www.Jubilance.com   Want to know if I can help or if functional testing and hormone coaching will help you achieve the energy, body and life that you want?   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS TESTING AND YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW

Whether you are aware that your nutrition is NOT working for you, or just have a sneaking suspicion that something is off for you in perimenopause, this is the episode for you sister. Nutrition is the FOUNDATION of good health and you cannot avoid it...believe me, I have tried.  I know that nutrition can be overwhelming and challenging, and made worse in perimenopause. So I wanted to share with you The MOST important first step for you to make it easier and start to feel better!    Tune In To Learn: The 3 phases of nutrition for perimenopause The MOST important First Step for solid nutrition The 5 reasons you can’t skip this step   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW

Painful sex? Unsure about why things may be changing with how you feel in your vagina and vulva during perimenopause? Then this is the episode for you sister.  In this expert interview episode we dive into it all with Dr. Carolyn Moyers.  Dr. Carolyn Moyers is Board Certified OBGYN, entrepreneur, podcaster, wife and mom of 4. She is 1 of 2 OBGYNs in the country fellowship trained in neuromusculoskeletal medicine. She is a Menopause Society certified menopause provider and fellow of the International Society of the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. She is the founder of Sky Women’s Health; a specialty gynecology and osteopathy practice in Fort Worth, focusing on concierge care, addressing perimenopause transition, menopause, genitopelvic pain, sexual health and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Moyers extends her knowledge and expertise through her insightful weekly podcast, "Sky Women's Health," where she shares valuable health information to empower individuals to make informed decisions and lead their healthiest lives.   Tune In To Learn:   What is happening to our vaginas that we need to know How to support a healthy vagina through perimenopause   Learn More From Dr. Carolyn Here:   Instagram:@drcarolynmoyers Website: skywomenshealth.com     Want to know if I can help or if functional testing and hormone coaching will help you achieve the energy, body and life that you want?   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS TESTING AND YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW  

If you are anything like me sister, you like the feeling of strong, toned body, and fitness is TRULY the key to this. HOWEVER in perimenopause there are times when fitness can actually be making things worse for you, and instead of helping you shed fat and build muscle, it does the opposite. I know, confusing right?  I clear it all up for you in this episode! Tune in to learn: Signs from your body that you should stop working out Why your workouts aren’t working How to know WHEN it is time to start working out again to get you results SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW   GRAB THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE NUTRITION EASY IN PERIMENOPAUSE FOR JUST $24 NOW  

Are you ready to deepen your understanding of your 3 main sex hormones in perimenopause and what they are doing, trying to do and responsible for? Education and understanding is at the foundation of feeling your best in perimenopause so I wanted to share this expert interview with you to better understand our hormones and their impact during this time!   Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith is a Board-Certified Gynecologist and certified menopause practitioner specializing in women's midlife wellness, hormone optimization and sexual wellness. She is the founder of Complete Midlife Wellness Center in Houston, TX, and the best-selling author of "Sexually Woke- Awaken the Secrets to Your Best Sex Life in Midlife and Beyond." She also hosts the popular podcast "Empowering Midlife Wellness." Dr. Susan is the recipient of the Texas Super Doctor award over a dozen times, as well a multiple time recipient of H-Texas magazine's Top Doctor and Top Doctor for Women awards. She also has been chosen as one of Houston's "3 best rated" gynecologists several consecutive years. Dr. Susan is also an ICF certified life and leadership coach, multiple time marathoner and Ironman triathlete, and mother of 3 young adults   Tune In To Learn:   What you need to know about your three main sex hormones in perimenopause How each of these hormones show impact symptoms The key step to making sure you are best advocating for your hormonal health   Want to know if I can help or if functional testing and hormone coaching will help you achieve the energy, body and life that you want?   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS TESTING AND YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW

There is A LOT of information that you can google about hormones and perimenopause and personally I can find it super confusing. It wasn't all that long ago where I didn't even know the difference between perimenopause and menopause. 6 years, 3 very in depth certifications and thousands of clients later, I want to share with you some of the most important truths about your hormones as a women that will help you navigate this time more easily!   SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION TO DISCUSS TESTING AND YOUR HORMONE AND HEALTH NEEDS NOW