Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones

Dr. Eve Henry, MD — board-certified internist trained in integrative medicine focused on longevity and women’s cardiometabolic health. She explains why heart and metabolic markers shift in midlife. Short talks cover how estrogen loss affects cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, visceral fat, inflammation, which labs matter (ApoB, A1C, Lp(a)), and imaging and early intervention options.

Confused about hormone therapy after 40? Learn the difference between natural progesterone and synthetic progestins. Discover safer alternatives to Prometrium for those with peanut allergies. Find out why topical progesterone creams may not protect your uterus. Uncover the true nature of estrogen patches and their contents. Explore the benefits of vaginal estrogen versus DHEA. Finally, understand how blood pressure fits into your hormone therapy decisions. Get the clarity you need to take control of your health!

Many women hit a weight plateau in perimenopause and assume it's about willpower, when the real issue is that the body isn't getting the physiological support it needs during hormonal change. After 40, eating less and pushing harder often puts the body into a protective mode, signaling it to conserve energy by storing fat. We dive deeper into this in the latest Hello Hormones episode with Ashley Koff, RD. We also chat about why fasting often backfires in perimenopause, what actually changes when GLP-1 signaling lasts days instead of minutes, and why gut function, hydration, and stress signals decide whether the body feels safe enough to lose weight. Ashley Koff, RD, is the founder of The Better Nutrition Program and the author of Your Best Shot: The Personalized System for Optimal Weight Health. She is a registered dietitian with over 30 years of experience across private practice, nutrition education, media, and consulting, and serves as Nutrition Course Director for IFMF. What's Discussed: (02:59) How under-eating and over-exercising backfire after 40 (03:21) GLP-1 as hormone replacement and why duration matters more than dose (11:17) Fasting in perimenopause: when it helps and when it hurts (19:32) Food variety, taste receptors, and GLP-1 signaling on the tongue (24:26) Stress, the vagus nerve, and why weight gain can be protective (29:29) The GLP-1 era, weight bias, and why judging bodies misses the point (43:19) What GLP-1 actually does in the body beyond appetite suppression (50:37) Can you stimulate GLP-1 naturally and what actually influences it ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: www.drcarriejones.kit.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: www.drcarriejones.kit.com/labtestchecklist The Symptoms of The Perimenopausal Transition (WTF…) Ebook: www.drcarriejones.kit.com/perimenopausesymptom Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: www.drcarriejones.kit.com/stagesofperimenopause LETS CONNECT: Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: www.drcarriejones.com Newsletter: www.drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter IG: @dr.carriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones Youtube: @drcarriejones Ashley Koff, RD: Website: www.thebetternutritionprogram.com Instagram: @ashleykoffapproved Ashley's Upcoming Book: ORDER HERE Disclaimer: Information provided on this channel is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided on this channel and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Carrie Jones. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

Discover the truth behind the FDA's recent decision to remove the boxed warning from low-dose vaginal estrogen. Unpack the differences between vaginal, transdermal, and oral estrogen and how their effects vary. Learn why vaginal estrogen stays local and has a lower risk profile compared to systemic options. Get insights on clot risks influenced by hormone routes and lifestyle choices. Dive into the nuanced discussion around breast cancer risk and why everyday habits might play a bigger role than you think.

Dr. Leah Hollon, a naturopathic doctor and author, joins the discussion on how intergenerational trauma impacts hormone health. She explains how early stress and family history can influence cortisol patterns and lead to chronic issues in adulthood. They explore links between adverse childhood experiences and autoimmune diseases, as well as the effects of maternal stress during pregnancy. Practical strategies for resetting the nervous system and addressing hormonal imbalances are shared, highlighting the profound connection between trauma and health.

Navigating perimenopause can be a rollercoaster of symptoms. Sleep disturbances and brain glitches are common, but there are solutions. Discover sleep rituals and stress-reducing habits that make a difference. Learn how shifting exercise routines, like heavier lifting and jumping, can boost bone health. Explore the importance of progesterone and supplements for energy and digestion. A continuous glucose monitor reveals how blood sugar affects symptoms. If you're in this phase, there are practical tools to feel more grounded.

What if your perimenopause cravings weren't about discipline at all but a hormone conversation your body is trying to have with you? In this episode of Hello Hormones, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Kennedy from Calocurb to break down why so many women hit perimenopause and suddenly feel hungrier, snackier and way more tempted by everything in the pantry. We walk through the hormones that run your appetite, how the gut brain axis shapes satiety and why falling estrogen can make those signals go quiet. We also cover GLP-1, CCK and PYY in the simplest way possible, why your hindbrain can hijack your best intentions and how bitter receptors in the gut can naturally support your fullness signals. If your cravings have been louder, if chocolate calls your name at night or if your appetite feels "different," this episode will help everything click and give you practical ways to support your hunger hormones today. Sarah Kennedy is the CEO of Calicurb. She has led major health and agricultural organizations and now brings that experience into the science of gut brain signaling and natural satiety support. Listen now! What's Discussed: (03:19) The Hunger Hormones Behind Your Appetite (05:47) How the Gut Brain Axis Shapes Cravings and Fullness (08:20) What Synthetic GLP-1 Medications Do to Your Natural GLP-1 (11:16) The "Valley of Death" When Coming Off GLP-1 Injectables (14:22) How Bitter Receptors in the Gut Trigger Natural Satiety (22:55) What Human Trials Reveal About Hunger, Cravings and Calicurb (31:56) Why Calories In vs Calories Out Fails Women in Perimenopause Thank You To Our Sponsor: Timeline Nutrition: If you're feeling tired, foggy, or drained during perimenopause, Timeline's Mitopure Gummies support your energy from the inside out. Powered by clinically proven Urolithin A, they help your cells clean out damaged mitochondria and build new, stronger ones. If you'd like to give it a try, visit timeline.com/drcarrie and get 20% off. LVLUP Health: If you're in perimenopause, menopause, or just feel like your digestion and hormones are ganging up on you, try Ultimate GI Repair from LVLUP Health. You can grab it at lvluphealth.com and use my code DRJONES for 15% off your first order. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/labtestchecklist The Symptoms of The Perimenopausal Transition (WTF…) Ebook: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/perimenopausesymptom Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/stagesofperimenopause LETS CONNECT: Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: www.drcarriejones.com Newsletter:https://drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter IG: @dr.carriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarriejones Dr. Sarah Kennedy: Website: www.calocurb.comInstagram: @calocurbFacebook: @calocurbGLOBAL Disclaimer: Information provided on this channel is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided on this channel and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Carrie Jones. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

Dr. Ashley Alexis, a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor specializing in menopause care, joins to debunk common myths about hormone replacement therapy (HRT). She clarifies the misconceptions surrounding estrogen and breast cancer, emphasizing the safety of estrogen therapy. With a focus on individualized care, Dr. Alexis explains the benefits of transdermal estrogen, the importance of tailored progesterone forms, and when to consider testosterone for vitality. She also addresses lifestyle factors that enhance menopause management, empowering women with knowledge for better health decisions.

I know… hormone talk can get really confusing sometimes. "Normal," "holistic," "bioidentical," "natural"... what do these even mean? In this episode, I'm answering the top five hormone questions women ask me most, like how much estradiol you actually need, whether estrogen cream belongs on your face, what to know about Prometrium and pregnenolone, and how to navigate birth control in perimenopause. If your feed is full of conflicting hormone advice, this episode cuts through the noise with myth-free hormone clarity so you can stop second-guessing. Put your headphones on, we're making hormones make sense again. What's Discussed: (00:00) The five hormone questions you're dying to ask (02:13) "Normal" vs. "Optimal": The estradiol sweet spot for bone health (04:24) Can you really put vaginal estrogen cream on your face? (06:36) Pregnenolone decoded: what it does, why it's calming, and how it works (09:53) Prometrium: holistic, bioidentical, or both? (13:09) Birth control choices during the hormone rollercoaster Thank You To Our Sponsor: Timeline Nutrition: If you're feeling tired, foggy, or drained during perimenopause, Timeline's Mitopure Gummies support your energy from the inside out. Powered by clinically proven Urolithin A, they help your cells clean out damaged mitochondria and build new, stronger ones. If you'd like to give it a try, visit timeline.com/drcarrie and get 20% off. LVLUP Health: If you're in perimenopause, menopause, or just feel like your digestion and hormones are ganging up on you, try Ultimate GI Repair from LVLUP Health. You can grab it at lvluphealth.com and use my code DRJONES for 15% off your first order. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/labtestchecklist The Symptoms of The Perimenopausal Transition (WTF…) Ebook: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/perimenopausesymptom Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: https://drcarriejones.kit.com/stagesofperimenopause LETS CONNECT: Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: www.drcarriejones.com Newsletter:https://drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter IG: @dr.carriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarriejones Keywords: Hormonal Health, Menopause, Perimenopause, Progesterone, Estrogen, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Holistic Alternatives, Estradiol Levels, Bone Health, Estrogen Cream, Vaginal Estradiol, Systemic Applications, Pregnenolone, Progestin IUDs, Birth Control Options, Non-Hormonal Methods, Copper IUD, Natural Family Planning, Unplanned Pregnancies, Barrier Methods, Holistic Approaches, Bioidentical Hormones, Prometrium, Systemic Estrogen, Vaginal Estrogen, Healthcare Provider ========== Disclaimer: Information provided on this channel is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided on this channel and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Carrie Jones. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

In this engaging discussion, Kyle Van Der Leest, a qualified nutritionist and naturopath from LVLUP Health, dives into the world of peptides beyond weight loss. He demystifies what peptides are and their roles in gut and hormone health. Kyle shares insights on BPC-157 for gut repair and KPV for inflammation, connecting gut health to hormone imbalances, especially in perimenopause. Learn about the gut-liver connection and discover why your digestive health might be the key to overall vitality.