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701: Mood Swings, Brain Fog & Exhaustion: The Hormone Conversation You Deserve with Dr. Carrie Jones

December 9, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Feel like you’re just not yourself mentally in midlife? Trust me, you are absolutely not crazy for wondering what’s going on in your brain.

In this episode, hormone expert Dr. Carrie Jones joins me to unpack the very real brain changes and hormone fluctuations that make midlife feel like a rollercoaster.

Dr. Carrie brings refreshing honesty about giving herself grace on the days when her brain simply says “no” and how that compassion is essential for all of us navigating this season of life.

We dive into the midlife “reckoning,” when so many women realize it’s time to reevaluate who they are, what they want, and say goodbye to what no longer serves them.

Together, we explore why midlife can leave you feeling out of whack, how hormones drive these shifts, and what you can do to support your brain with more clarity and ease.

Tune in to feel validated and empowered as you move through this transformative stage of life!

Carrie Jones ND, FABNE, MPH

Dr. Carrie Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on women’s health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry. Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who did her 2-year residency focused on women’s health and endocrinology. She went on to get her Master of Public Health and was one of the first to become board-certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology. She was the first Medical Director for the DUTCH Test and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health. Now, she’s the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations and Head of Medical Education at Metabolic Mentor University.

IN THIS EPISODE

Addressing common brain-related perimenopause symptoms
How bringing on hormones can ease midlife symptoms
Top lifestyle interventions for perimenopause and menopause
How hormone changes in midlife impact routine and efficiency
The odd perimenopause symptoms no one talks about
How Dr. Jones manages patient care differently as a Naturopath
How to confidently find an expert you can address symptoms with
Easy ways to add exercise and strength to your daily routine

QUOTES

“We still have good days and bad days and things we cannot control. And because I can’t control the rollercoaster that my inherent hormones are on, and I can’t control necessarily what the neurons in my brain are doing… I actually give myself a lot of grace.”

“Even for as educated as I am, I’m not alone. There are a lot of women struggling, and there are a lot of women struggling a lot more than me, unfortunately.”

“$26 billion are lost on women in perimenopause and early menopause due to absenteeism and loss in productivity because they just don’t feel like they can do it. Their brain feels like it’s on the fritz.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your MitoQ order

Dr. Carrie Jones’ Website

Dr. Carrie Jones on Instagram

Dr Carrie Jones’ Podcast: Hello Hormones

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700: The Hidden Cause of Migraines And Headaches: Histamine, Hormones, and Perimenopause with Dr. Meg Mill

December 4, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

80% of migraine sufferers are women. And I hear way too many women say their doctors brush off their complaints of headaches and migraines, giving no real, lasting solutions.

So that ends here!

I’ve invited the brilliant Dr. Meg Mill on the podcast to unpack the real connection between hormones, histamine, and headaches, especially as it relates to midlife hormonal changes.

You’ll learn the first practical steps—like:

balancing blood sugar
reducing oxidative stress
spotting symptom patterns
simplifying food eliminations
and choosing the right supplements

—to finally get ahead of chronic migraines. This conversation is all about giving you the clarity, tools, and confidence to support your body instead of suffering in silence.

Tune in to discover the migraine solutions every woman deserves!

Dr. Meg Mill

Dr. Meg Mill is a leading women’s health expert, Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy, and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. She’s the creator of the R.A.D.I.A.N.T. Method, a proprietary root-cause framework that empowers women to rebalance their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and reclaim their energy and confidence. Through her virtual Functional Medicine practice and membership community, the Women’s Wellness Collective, Dr. Meg has guided hundreds of women to lasting relief. A bestselling author and host of the top-rated podcast A Little Bit Healthier, she’s a sought-after speaker and summit host.

IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Meg Mill’s experience with people suffering from headaches
Avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to headache management
Understanding a variety of potential migraine triggers
The hormonal component to headaches and migraines
The connection between insulin resistance and headaches
Managing system-wide inflammation to help ease headaches
Specific foods that can contribute to migraines
How to get more support if you’re suffering from migraines

QUOTES

”Sometimes it’s looking at your hormones in the way you’re metabolizing. You may actually have low estrogen… so what we need to look at is how you metabolize your estrogen.”

“The more we can keep our blood sugar balanced throughout the day and night, the better [it is] for migraines.”

“If you can take away any message from this conversation, it’s that there’s hope and there ARE things you can do [for migraines].”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Meg Mill’s FREE GUIDE: Say Goodbye to Headaches Naturally

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

Use code ENERGIZED and get 20% off on your Timeline order

Dr. Meg Mill’s Website

Dr. Meg Mill on Instagram

Dr. Meg Mill’s Podcast: A Little Bit Healthier

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691: The Fertility Crisis No One Talks About: Why Your Health Today Impacts Future Generations with Dr. Ann Shippy

November 4, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Millions of women struggle with infertility worldwide. And if you’re one of them, you’re not alone.

But in this inspiring episode, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. Ann Shippy to unpack the growing fertility crisis—and more importantly, what you can do to turn things around.

Dr. Shippy shares how the integrative and functional medicine approach helps women heal their gut, support detoxification, manage stress, and supercharge their mitochondria to naturally boost fertility and have healthier pregnancies.

We also dive into the world of epigenetics—how the choices you make before conception can literally shape how your baby’s genes are expressed for lifelong health.

Dr. Shippy’s message is clear: preconception care isn’t just about getting pregnant, it’s about setting up the next generation for success.

Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, taking time to optimize your health before conceiving can make all the difference for you AND your baby.

Tune in to learn how intentional steps today can lead to healthier pregnancies, thriving babies, and an empowered path to motherhood.

Dr. Ann Shippy

Dr. Ann Shippy is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and certified Functional Medicine practitioner. Before entering the world of medicine, Dr. Shippy spent years as a chemical engineer—a role that shaped her precision-driven, systems-based approach to health. Her transition to medicine was born from personal health struggles and a desire to uncover the root causes of illness rather than treating just symptoms alone. As the founder of Every Baby Well, Dr. Shippy empowers couples to prepare for healthy pregnancies through science-backed protocols, lab testing, and functional strategies. Motivated by the rising rates of chronic illness and developmental challenges in children, she authored The Preconception Revolution: A Science-Backed Path to Your Fertility and Generational Health, a practical and hopeful guide to optimizing health before conception.

IN THIS EPISODE

How changes in lifestyle can alter fertility AND epigenetics
Functional medicine approaches for boosting fertility
The importance of healthy preconception practices for fertility and the long-term health of your children
Getting your partner involved for preconception success
Non-negotiable supplements in addition to your prenatal
Why a 90-day+ detoxification can boost conception success
Practical lifestyle and nutrition recommendations for fertility
The numbers and science behind the current fertility crisis

QUOTES

“What I realized is that as we’re improving fertility, we’re also changing something called epigenetics– how the genes are getting expressed, the little time capsules that are being passed on to the babies with the egg and the sperm, and it would help the kids be healthier.”

“What I hope happens with this message is that even people in their 20s have access to this information about how important it is for them to have a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. “

“It makes a huge difference to get really good amounts of protein throughout the day, being careful with carbohydrates, and then moving your body– like even just going for a 5, 10, 15-minute walk after each meal can be amazing. And that’s gonna change the epigenetics of the baby. The baby’s going to be more metabolically sound by doing that work before pregnancy and then during pregnancy.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pre-order Dr. Ann Shippy’s Book: The Preconception Revolution

Pre-order The Preconception Revolution on Amazon HERE

Dr. Ann Shippy’s Website

Every Baby Well Website

Dr. Ann Shippy on Instagram

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689: The Hidden Brain Shift: Why Perimenopause Symptoms Start Earlier Than You Think

October 17, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

The number one reason women come to me for guidance during the perimenopause transition is brain-related.

So in this episode, we dive into why perimenopause directly impacts your mental and emotional health. Many women in midlife experience emotionally connected symptoms like rage, irritability, low stress tolerance, mood swings, depression, and anxiety.

That’s because perimenopause isn’t just a reproductive transition — it’s a neuroendocrine one, meaning your brain and hormones are deeply intertwined.

As hormones fluctuate wildly, it’s no wonder you may feel like you don’t even recognize yourself anymore.

But you’re not alone — millions of women are feeling the same! Tune in here and learn what’s really going on in your brain during this transition.

IN THIS EPISODE

How hormone changes in midlife affect our brain
The variability around perimenopause and how it impacts people at different ages, with a multitude of symptoms
How to level up during perimenopause and menopause
About my Perimenopause Solution Event
Raising awareness for ALL women about midlife health

QUOTES

“Eight of the 10 most common symptoms during this [perimenopause] transition are going to be neurological.”

“It can feel so scary to experience these symptoms without understanding why they’re happening, and that’s why we need to address why women aren’t feeling like themselves in perimenopause. I’ve said it before, and I will say it again– perimenopause deserves our undivided attention. And this is why I wrote the Perimenopause Revolution.”

“Depending on how we take care of our bodies during perimenopause, it can really determine how our bodies thrive. In menopause and beyond.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Claim your FREE pass to The Perimenopause Solution event HERE!

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

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687: The Period Brain: Why You Feel Like a Different Person Every Month And How To Stop Fighting Your Cycle and Start Thriving in It with Sarah Hill

October 10, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

If you’ve ever felt like you’re riding a menstrual cycle roller coaster of cravings, exhaustion, and mood swings– this conversation is for you.

In this episode, I’m joined by leading researcher and women’s hormone expert Dr. Sarah E. Hill to unpack what’s really going on in your body—and your brain—during your cycle.

Dr. Hill breaks down how shifting levels of progesterone and estrogen in the second half of your cycle can impact everything from your sleep and appetite to your mood and libido.

We also talk about how this becomes even more complex—and important to understand—during perimenopause, when hormone patterns start to change unpredictably.

You’ll learn why traditional health advice often fails women during this phase of life, and what to do instead to actually support your body.

It’s time to rethink your period, reclaim your energy, and finally feel in sync with your hormones!

Dr. Sarah Hill

Dr. Sarah E. Hill is a researcher and professor at TCU, lead science advisor for 28, and the author of The Period Brain and This Is Your Brain on Birth Control. Sarah’s work has resulted in more than 80 research publications, with features in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Scientific American, The Economist, and on shows like Good Morning and Today. Sarah is a well-known speaker, consultant, and media expert in women’s health, hormones, and sexual psychology.

IN THIS EPISODE

Understanding our hormone changes over the course of a cycle
Why cycle symptoms can be different during perimenopause
How past trauma impacts PMS and your stress response
What’s really happening with your hormone levels in your cycle
Managing your stress response system to feel safe in your body
The negative impacts stress has on your reproductive system
The critical connection between your brain and sex hormones
About Dr. Sarah Hill’s newest Book: The Period Brain

QUOTES

“The week– or for some women, it’s even the full two weeks– of the luteal phase can be a really challenging time emotionally as their body is struggling to keep up with those wild swings and hormones. But then also as you go into perimenopause, you’re going through a period of intense hormonal change, and unlike what goes on across a regular cycle, it’s unpredictable.”

“Women are twice as likely as men to have mental health-related illnesses. They’re more than twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with anxiety. They’re more likely to experience burnout in the workplace. I mean, the list goes on, and it’s because there’s way too much that’s expected of us. And one thing that women don’t recognize about it is that in addition to this being bad for things like cardiovascular health… it can also prevent you from even producing sex hormones.”

“A big part of The Period Brain is first, just really giving women a roadmap to the second half of their cycle, since it’s not something that’s really talked about.”