Hormones Are More Than Fertility

Hormones Are More Than Fertility: Rethinking Women's Health

 In this episode, I dive into the often misunderstood world of hormones, emphasising that they influence far more than just reproductive health. Key Topics:

• The misconception that hormones only relate to fertility and pregnancy
• How hormonal shifts affect energy, mood, sleep, and cognition
• The influence of estrogen and progesterone on metabolism and physical performance
• The cyclical nature of women’s hormones and the impact on body composition
• The importance of understanding hormones across different life stages: puberty, perimenopause, and beyond
• The history behind women's health education and its focus on reproduction
• The neurocognitive effects of hormones, including postpartum and perimenopause challenges
• The societal implications of reproductive choices and historical lack of options
• The need for inclusive, safe platforms for women to discuss hormonal health

Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Why hormones are more than just fertility 00:28 - Beyond reproduction: hormones' role in daily life and energy 00:52 - The impact of hormones on mood, metabolism, and cognition 01:21 - Understanding estrogen and progesterone’s role in women's bodies 01:51 - Historical perspective: women’s health in the context of reproduction 02:20 - How hormones influence insulin sensitivity, fat distribution, and aging 02:50 - Hormonal effects on physical performance and recovery 03:20 - Brain health and neurocognition related to hormonal shifts 03:46 - The connection between hormones, mental health, and quality of life 04:16 - Cognitive performance, neurohacking, and hormonal influence 04:46 - Specific hormonal impacts on muscle, bone health, and physical activity 05:15 - The cyclical experience of women and awareness of hormonal phases 05:43 - Rethinking experiences outside the hormonal 'raw dog' narrative 06:11 - The stages of hormonal influence: puberty, perimenopause, pregnancy 06:41 - Addressing the societal silence and misinformation around hormonal health 07:09 - Reproductive choices, history, and women's autonomy 07:36 - Reframing the biological engine of female sexuality 08:03 - Moving beyond the fertility lens to holistic health 08:29 - Supporting women through fertility challenges and performance goals 08:57 - Expanding conversation: Hormones in everyday living, stress, and aging 09:27 - Final thoughts: Empowering women with hormone literacy for better health 09:57 - Closing remarks: Hormone understanding for living well 10:20 - 

• Hormone Coaching Program 

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