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BETTER! with Dr. Stephanie Estima | Strength, Body Composition & Perimenopause

Dr. Stephanie Estima, Perimenopause & Women's Fitness Expertwww.drstephanieestima.com
Most women are told that feeling exhausted, gaining weight, losing muscle, and watching their body change after 40 is just what happens. Dr. Stephanie Estima is here to tell you that's the wrong map. BETTER is the podcast for women in perimenopause and menopause who want to build real strength, understand their hormones, and take body composition seriously — without the diet culture nonsense and without the fear. Dr. Stephanie is a chiropractor, brain health expert, and one of the few voices in the menopause space who leads with fitness, muscle, and what your body is actually capable of. Each week she brings the world's leading researchers, clinicians, and practitioners into conversation — then translates the science into something you can use on Monday morning. Topics include strength training in perimenopause, body composition after 40, HRT and hormonal health, bone density, metabolic health, injury prevention, sleep, nutrition, and the kind of training that actually works when your body is changing. This is not a podcast about surviving menopause. It's about building the strongest, most capable version of yourself — at the exact moment most women are told to expect less.
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Episodes

Giving Yourself Permission To Believe with Martin Latulippe

How to redefine what failure looks like, how to give yourself permission to believe, and challenge your self-beliefs. Listen to the full episode here Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Lumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/ LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavor sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstima Some of th...

Jul 02, 20216 min

Hormones & Weight Loss Resistance

Understanding the causes of weight loss resistance, and the effects of your metabolic health and insulin on your ability to lose weight. We also discuss the role of hormones, your menstrual cycle, liver and detoxification, as well as, your sympathetic nervous system and dysregulated circadian rhythm on weight loss resistance. Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/ Featured Study: https://www.pnas.org/content/104/31/12587.short Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens -...

Jun 30, 202150 min

Metabolic Flexibility and Intuitive Fasting With Dr. Will Cole

Understanding how to gain metabolic flexibility and food peace through intuitive fasting. What are some warning signs for blood sugar and insulin dysregulation, common types of fasts such as OMAD and time-restricted eating, and how to approach fasting as a woman. We also discuss Will’s fasting protocol to build up fasting tolerance, how to use strategic carbohydrates for cycling, and fasting with exercise. Get access to the full show notes here Female Hormones & Mitochondrial Health with Dr....

Jun 28, 20211 hr 16 min

Cortisol, Insulin and Estrogen Dominance with Dr. Mariza Snyder

Understanding the role of chronic stress and cortisol on estrogen dominance. We also discuss how insulin, which has a role in many chronic diseases, is affected by deregulated cortisol from our stress response. Listen to the full episode with Dr. Mariza Snyder here Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Lumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars o...

Jun 25, 20219 min

The Damaging Effects of Fructose on Your Body

Understanding the damaging effects of Fructose on your brain and body. We discuss Fructose's impact on hunger cues and reward centers in the brain, its effect on brain development, and metabolic dysfunction. We also touch on oxidative stress, glycation, carbohydrates, and the strategies you may explore to optimize your health. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=S...

Jun 23, 202151 min

How Glucose Effects Metabolism with Dr. Casey Means

Understanding glucose and glucose metabolism for better metabolic health. We discuss what the ideal glucose response looks like, and the difference between glycemic index, variability, and glycemic load of foods. What influences the glucose response and how to use strategies like nutrient timing and carbohydrates to control your response. As well as acute and chronic low-grade stress response, resistance training, sleep deprivation, and insulin. Connect with Casey - @drcaseyskitchen @levels - ht...

Jun 21, 20211 hr 21 min

How & Why We Age with David Sinclair

Understanding what causes aging, why we age, and how epigenetic structures and systems change over time. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Some of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way o...

Jun 18, 20218 min

Menopause And The Brain

Understanding the changes in the brain before, during, and after menopause. Discussing the structural and metabolic changes that happen during menopause. As well as what you can do to protect your brain. Referenced Article - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90084-y.pdf Chronic Cardio - https://better-with-dr-stephanie.simplecast.com/episodes/geeky-magic-chronic-cardio-PfBmncuA Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo ...

Jun 15, 202133 min

Psychedelic Therapy & The Divine Feminine with Kelsey Ramsden

In the hustle of start-ups and business, Kelsey was successful, accomplished, and winning (on the outside). We discuss Kelsey’s personal difficulties and low points in business and how it all led to her first experience with clinically assisted psychedelic therapy. We discuss how the importance of medical assistance and "set and setting" using this therapy, and how this therapy can be used to heal anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. We also discuss the importance of the balance of masculine a...

Jun 14, 20211 hr 15 min

Toxic Feminine Care Products & Alternatives with Lara Adler

How to identify hidden toxins in personal care and feminine care products, understanding some of the potential effects of the use of these traditional products, and what alternatives we may consider for personal care. Catch the full episode with Lara Adler here Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estima http...

Jun 11, 20219 min

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Explained

Understanding the role of the pelvic floor and how to identify pelvic floor dysfunction in both sexes. We discuss having a hypertonic or hypotonic pelvic floor and the exercises to aid in recovery. My Podcast with Lauren Foxbourogh Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estima https://www.facebook.com/groups/be...

Jun 09, 202133 min

Hormone Intelligence with Dr. Aviva Romm

Understanding how to advocate for yourself as a woman in allopathic medicine and explaining conventional medicalization. We explore what a normal period looks like, how to live in harmony with your cycle, and why menstrual syndromes will not be fixed with the pill. We also talk about menopause, perimenopause, PCOS, and trauma. Find Aviva’s new book: www.avivaromm.com/book Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE1...

Jun 07, 20211 hr 32 min

The Worst Ingredient For Your Skin with Trina Felber

Explaining the worst ingredient for your skin and how it's found in most cosmetic or skincare products. Why it leads to more dry skin and why this ingredient leads to more additives in skin care products that cause more harm than good. Access the full episode with Trina Felber Here Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr....

Jun 04, 20217 min

The Toxic Truth about Personal Care Products

Understanding what we need to be thinking about when cleaning up our personal stash of care products. We discuss how to find hidden toxins, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, phthalates, and how we can replace chemical-ridden products with clean beauty. How we can make small changes in our everyday lives to reduce our toxin exposure. Find the full show notes here. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% o...

Jun 02, 202134 min

Breathwork For Healing With Jenn Mansell

Understanding what breathwork is and how to use it. We discuss how breathwork benefits stress and anxiety, pain management, performance, endurance, and cardiovascular health. We also touch on the science of breathwork, how it gives your the space to heal trauma and what a typical session may look like. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://...

May 31, 20211 hr 11 min

Pelvic Floor Power with Lauren Roxburgh

Understanding what the Pelvic Floor is and why we need to be focusing our attention on this part of our body. Why our Pelvic floor goes hypertonic causing fascia to tighten, resulting in loss of strength and flexibility. We also discuss, how when we work with our connective tissue and fascia we drop into a parasympathetic state. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref...

May 28, 20217 min

Tap Into Desire Using Dopamine, Testosterone & Estrogen

Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estima https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site: https://hellobetty.club/ Episode Overview 0:30 Introduction 3:00 Desire from The Neuro-chemical Perspective - Dopamine 8:00 Healthy Brain Aging 11:10 Dopamine Made In The Gut or Brain? 13:03 Test...

May 26, 202142 min

Brain Health in a Post Pandemic World with Dr. David Perlmutter

Understanding why our brain is constantly hijacked in this modern world, that leads to poor decisions making. We discuss sleep, excess adipose tissue, inflammation, and the effects of covid. Why we are more disconnected from ourselves, our brain systems, and the impact of our digital experiences. Connect With David: www.Drperlmutter.com Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt...

May 24, 20211 hr 15 min

Male and Female Cycles with Kate Northrup

Understanding the hormonal cycles of both sexes and how our structured lives are set up in favor of a 24-hour testosterone male-dominant cycle. We discuss how morning routines are sexiest and how being an estrogen-dominant female means you will feel different every day. Get the full show notes here. Full Episode: https://better-with-dr-stephanie.simplecast.com/episodes/kate-northrup-time-management-for-ambitious-women-qUl9S453 Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/steph...

May 21, 20217 min

How To Get A Better Night's Sleep

Do you struggle with a good night's sleep? We look at what we do when we are awake that can positively or negatively impact sleep quality and the role of early morning light exposure and blue light exposure. We also discuss the effects of caffeine consumption and adenosine, exercise, the role of the liver, and how to supplement to improve sleep. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www...

May 19, 202150 min

A Radical Awakening with Dr. Shefali Tsabary

Shefali Tsabary and I discuss the lies we learn about sexuality, motherhood, marriage, and divorce. We discuss the different types of female archetypes, how to identify our archetypes, and how to become more conscious of these behaviors. As well as the sexual differences between men and women, and how to own our sexuality and sensuality. Get the full show notes here. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for...

May 17, 20211 hr 27 min

Essential Oils & Natural Teeth Whitening with Nadine Artemis

Understanding how to use essential oils for oral health care, how to regenerate the gums by proper brushing, the benefits of brushing with baking soda, and how to whiten your teeth naturally. Join The Better! Community On Facebook. Get the show notes here. Full Podcast: https://bettershow.co/better/episode-73-nadine-artemis-natures-powerful-oral-skin-care/ Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - ...

May 14, 20218 min

Luscious Hair: Solutions for Hormonal Hair Loss

Understanding the causes of hormonal hair loss, how we can improve the quality of our hair, what we can do if we notice if we have hair falling out, and natural solutions to help with regrowth, texture, and shine. We talk about how we can use natural proxies such as; diet, supplementation, stress reduction, hair masks, and essential oils to improve the health of your hair. Get the full show notes here. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Ther...

May 12, 202133 min

Bioidentical Hormones and HRT with Dr. Felice Gersh

Dr. Felice Gersh discusses bioidentical hormones and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We also redefine menopause and talk about the different symptomatic changes and sexuality that we see in menopause. As well as mood and brain changes in Perimenopause. Get the full show notes here. Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanie Orion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=Stephanie Social: https://www.instagram.com/...

May 10, 20211 hr 20 min

Ben Greenfield Talks Fat Loss

Ben Greenfield discusses major sources of chronic low-grade inflammation that may be interfering with fat loss efforts. We talk about why wearable devices are an indicator of readiness, glycemic variability, and lab markers to assess stress and inflammation. Join The Better! Community on Facebook. Get the show notes here. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actiona...

May 07, 202112 min

How To Set Healthy Boundaries

This week on Geeky Magic, we discuss how to set healthy boundaries in your life. Having healthy boundaries allows for mental and emotional stability, it can help people define their individuality and can help people indicate what they will and will not hold themselves responsible for. We touch on the different types of boundaries, how to set them respectfully, and how to overcome the fear of setting them. Join The Better! Community On Facebook. Get the show notes here. **************************...

May 05, 202134 min

The Lies Of Processed Food, Nutrition, and Modern Medicine With Dr. Robert Lustig

This week we welcome Dr. Robert Lustig. Robert is a Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Lustig has become a leading public health authority on the impact sugar has on fueling diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome epidemics, and on addressing changes in the food environment to reverse these chronic diseases. In this episode, we discuss the difference between glucose and fructose, understanding the different fat depots in the body and the ro...

May 03, 20211 hr 29 min

Protecting Our Kids From Current Events with Jennifer Kolari

In this episode of Betty Bites, we welcome Jennifer Kolari. Jen is a Child and Family Therapist, Board Certified NLP Practitioner, Board Certified Hypnotherapist, and Founder of Connected Parenting. In this short episode, we discuss protecting our kids from current events, operating from a place of love instead of fear, and how to navigate our emotions. Join The Better! Community On Facebook. Get the show notes here. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Step...

Apr 30, 202110 min

All Calories Are Not Created Equal

This week on Geeky Magic, we debunk the myth that a calorie is a calorie. In this podcast, we discuss how this is incorrect as it does not account for many other important variables, such as ghrelin, leptin, insulin, and fructose. We discuss how energy is made, mitochondria, cell metabolism, and recommended lab tests. Join The Better! Community On Facebook. Get the show notes here. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The M...

Apr 28, 202139 min

To Meat or Not To Meat with Sacred Cow Author Robb Wolf

This week we welcome Robb Wolf. Robb is a former research biochemist and Best Selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his podcast called The Healthy Rebellion, his books, and countless seminars. In this episode, we discuss short sidedness of restricting protein for longevity, the complexity of ecosystems, how being vegan still contributes to the loss of life, and how to scale regenerative farmin...

Apr 26, 20211 hr 33 min
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