BONUS: Hormone Insights: Advocacy, Trends and Tips for 2026 with Esther Blum

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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, as well as 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 Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community (The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow) Cynthia’s Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia’s Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause supplement line Connect with Esther Blum On her ⁠website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ 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!⁠

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