Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones The Hormone-Gut Drama You Didn't Know Was Happening
Oct 21, 2025
Discover how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause dramatically impact digestion. The connection between oral health and gut function is unveiled, shedding light on the mouth-gut relationship. Learn how estrogen levels can loosen the lower esophageal sphincter, causing reflux. Tips for improving gut health include thorough chewing, stress reduction, and dietary diversity. Plus, hear about the benefits of prebiotics and possible hormone therapy to support gut integrity. Feeling good in your gut is within reach!
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Leaky Gut Sparks Systemic Inflammation
- Leaky tight junctions let larger particles through and trigger immune responses that cause local and systemic inflammation.
- Gut-driven inflammation can show up as joint pain, brain fog, skin issues, fatigue, and other systemic symptoms.
Existing GI Issues Often Worsen
- Many listeners enter perimenopause already diagnosed with IBS, SIBO, or chronic heartburn and then worsen during hormonal shifts.
- Carrie Jones reassures listeners they are not alone when symptoms flare in midlife transitions.
Prioritize Dental Care
- See your dentist regularly, possibly more often during hormonal shifts, and address gum disease, dry mouth, or tongue coating.
- Improve oral hygiene: brush, floss, and consider tongue scraping to reduce bacteria entering the gut.