#508: Hormone Imbalances, High Cortisol, & Periods Problems with Dr. Jolene Brighten [Renewed]

Dr. Jolene Brighten, otherwise known asthe queen of hormone imbalances and period problems, answers all your questions! In this extended episode, we discuss common hormone issues, stress, gut health, high cortisol, PCOS, and more! Originally aired in May 2023.

Timestamps:

[3:24] Welcome Dr. Jolene Brighten
[5:05] What is one piece of advise you would give to somebody who is struggling with hormone balances?
[8:35] What are some things in our modern world that are contributing to the rise in hormone imbalances and issues?
[21:49] Which is more important or which should I focus on first – should I balance my hormones and reduce my stress or should I work on detoxification pathways and gut health?
[30:21] What are some signs of high cortisol and  does high cortisol impact the endocrine system and our hormones?
[38:35] What is your favorite diagnostic test for figuring out what’s going on with your hormones?
[48:14] Any advice about men with low libido?
[53:00] I have non-traditional signs of PCOS. My doctor wants to treat this with heart meds. What are my options?
[56:02] Is it normal to have body joint pain just before my period?
[59:35] I get horrible headaches during the second and third day of my period. Is there anything I can do for this?
[1:00:09] How long can it take for cycles to regulate after getting off of the pill?
[1:01:08] What can I do for extremely heavy periods in my 40’s?
[1:05:07] What’s your best advice for when doctors are pushing for meds, like ozempic?

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Episode Links:

Visit Dr. Jolene Brighten’s website
Follow Dr. Jolene Brighten on Instagram
Get the book “Is This Normal? Judgment-Free Straight Talk about Your Body”
Get the book “Beyond the Pill”
Listen to episode #213: The Pill, Irregular Periods, & Post-Birth Control Syndrome With Dr. Jolene Brighten 
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