BONUS: Hormone Insights: Advocacy, Trends and Tips for 2024 with Esther Blum

I am delighted to reconnect with Esther Blum today. She joined me once before for Episode 264, one of the most popular podcast episodes for 2023. 

Esther is the bestselling author of many books, including See You Later Ovulator. She is a registered dietitian with a thriving virtual practice specializing in helping women balance their hormones, shed stubborn body fat, and address the root causes of their health issues.

Today, Esther and I discuss the state of hormones in 2024. Our conversation covers lazy medicine advocacy, meno-washing, and meno-care, and we explore uncommon symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause and methods for obtaining testing. Esther also shares her recommended supplements. 

You will love this engaging and insightful conversation with Esther Blum!

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

• How safe is hormone replacement therapy?
• Why hormone testing and monitoring is essential 
• The importance of prioritizing romance and connection in a marriage
• The benefits of pelvic floor therapy
• How working with compounding pharmacies can reduce the cost of hormone replacement therapy
• How to work with doctors to address hormone imbalances
• Some uncommon symptoms of perimenopause and menopause
• How dietary changes and probiotics can improve focus and brain clarity 
• Hormone testing and menopause management 
• Esther recommends supplements for adrenal support during menopause

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Connect with Esther Blum

• On her website
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• Get Esther’s 14-Day Metabolic Menopausal Meal Plan

Esther’s Books

Esther’s book, See Ya Later, Ovulator!, by Esther Blum

Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat, by Esther Blum

Eat, Drink, and Be Happy, by Esther Blum

Previous Episode featuring Esther Blum

Ep. 264 Peri/Menopause are a Natural Function of Aging: See you later, Ovulator!