In this conversation, Dr. Christine Maren shares her journey from conventional medicine to functional medicine, focusing on the importance of nutrition, strength training, and hormone therapy for women, particularly during perimenopause.

Dr. Maren also covers:

• The significance of reclaiming self through strength training
• The role of hormones like DHEA in overall well-being and cognitive health
• Hormone changes during perimenopause and the resulting physical and emotional symptoms
• How stress can impact health
• The need for a holistic approach to women's health, integrating lifestyle changes with medical interventions

Show Notes:
Check out an article by Dr. Maren on the signs and symptoms of perimenopause, hormonal changes, testing, and more. Follow her on Instagram @drchristinemaren!

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In this episode, Dr. Kayla Osterhoff shares her unique journey from physical therapy to women's health advocacy, driven by personal experiences with the medical system's failures regarding women's health. She discusses the significant gender bias in medical research, highlighting the lack of female representation in studies and the implications this has on women's health outcomes.

Dr. Osterhoff and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:

• Historical context for the ongoing issues of gender bias in science and medicine
• Hormonal influences on mental health
• The importance of understanding the female biorhythm
• The intricate relationship between the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, and their impact on women's physical and cognitive performance
• How understanding these cycles can help optimize health and performance, particularly during different phases of the menstrual cycle

Show Notes:
Learn more about Dr. Osterhoff’s company focused on closing the gender gap in science, Her Biorhythm, and follow her on Instagram @dr.kaylaosterhoff!

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In this episode, Dr. Kyle Gillett discusses his journey from conventional medicine to integrative and holistic practices, emphasizing the importance of food and exercise as medicine. He shares insights on hormone optimization, male fertility, and the significance of comprehensive hormone testing, including the use of DUTCH testing alongside traditional serum tests.

This episode also highlights:

• How the understanding of male fertility is evolving
• A more balanced approach to reproductive health
• The significance of hormonal testing and the need for individualized medicine
• Common root causes of hormone dysfunction, including metabolic syndrome and thyroid issues
• The role of shared decision-making in patient care

Show Notes:
Learn more about Dr. Gillett and follow him on Instagram @kylegillettmd!

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