Dr. Brooke Show

Is your gallbladder is disposable? Bile may be doing more for your hormones and digestive health than you realize. If you've been told your need to remove your gallblader, or even if you've ever struggled with symptoms like fat intolerance, bloating, or mysterious right-side pain after meals, this episode connects the dots between bile flow, gallstones, and what happens when estrogen, HRT, or gut imbalance enter the picture.

We'll also talk about why bile matters, how gallstones actually form, why women in midlife are especially vulnerable, and why factors like hydration, inflammation, fat intake, and even your microbiome can change the way bile behaves. And I'll get into what your symptoms may be trying to tell you, along with practical ways to support digestion both before and after gallbladder surgery.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #464 - Should You Stay on GLP-1 Meds Forever?

Dr. Brooke Show #466 - Should You Be Taking HCL? (Stomach Acid and Digestion)

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

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I have a high bar for fish oils, and a bad product is worse than not taking omega 3s at all. Confirmed third-party tested for rancidity and heavy metals, distilled properly, triglyceride form - and ALL of it can be found in AquaOmega. AND for every bottle sold they will clean up 1 pound of plastic and debris from the ocean. Did I mention they are are about a third of the cost of the brands I've been recommending for years!? Save 20% with this link and code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

A year ago, my life was completely upended. When you go through something hard, people that care about you try to say helpful things, some of this can feel so cliché. Turns out though, certain phrases become an old adage because they are right on the money. Whether you are going through something mildly challenging or like me: nervous system on fire, life impoloding, grasping to hold your life and family together, the words of wisdom I share in this episode while seeming trite, really will help you get through. From "you won't feel this way forever" to "don't judge until you've walked a mile in their shoes", I share how popular advice held up under fire.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #456: 5 Meme-Worthy Concepts That Just Hit Harder in Midlife

Dr. Brooke Show #438: Midlife is More than HRT, Part I

Dr. Brooke Show #439: Midlife is More than HRT, Part II

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

I have a high bar for fish oils, and a bad product is worse than not taking omega 3s at all. Confirmed third-party tested for rancidity and heavy metals, distilled properly, triglyceride form - and ALL of it can be found in AquaOmega. AND for every bottle sold they will clean up 1 pound of plastic and debris from the ocean. Did I mention they are are about a third of the cost of the brands I've been recommending for years!? Save 20% with this link and code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

A popular, easy-to-get, inexpensive supplement might be life-changing - or causing more harm than good. In this episode, I'm talking about HCl (stomach acid). Many people are taking way more than needed, or taking it when downstream digestion issues (i.e. your gallbladder, infections like H. pylori) or even low estrogen might need to be dealt with first. And at home testing like take as many capsules as you can until you feel a warming sensation may be leading you astray. In this episide, I cover why that may be, and how to better assess root causes of acid-related issues.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #208 - Overlooked Key Concepts in Fixing Digestion, Bloating, IBS & More

Dr. Brooke Show # 357 - All About HCL, Pro, Pre and Antibiotics

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

I have a high bar for fish oils, and a bad product is worse than not taking omega 3s at all. Confirmed third-party tested for rancidity and heavy metals, distilled properly, triglyceride form - and ALL of it can be found in AquaOmega. AND for every bottle sold they will clean up 1 pound of plastic and debris from the ocean. Did I mention they are are about a third of the cost of the brands I've been recommending for years!? Save 20% with this link and code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Wondering if your headaches are triggered by your hormones? Whether you are in your 20s or 30s with normal hormonal variations throughout the cycle OR you are dealing with hormone fluctuations and decline in your 40s or 50s, this episode is for you. I cover how headaches of many types, including migraines and cluster headaches, are impacted by hormones directly or by their impact on histamine, inflammation or neurotransmitters - and several strategies to help!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #428: How Estrogen + Progesterone Impact Your Sleep

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

These medications have been incredibly successful at helping women lose weight, quiet food noise, and feel in control of their appetite. They have also had some other benefits such as lowering inflamamtion, improving joint pain, and clearing brain fog. There is also some evidence they decrease risks of certain cancers. With all of these benefits, some women may choose to stay on them long term while others, for a variety of reasons, want to transition off of them in time without losing all of their progress. In this episode, I cover what we need to test before, during, and after using GLP-1s to get optimal results that last.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #454: Why Bone Health Is A Marker of HEALTH Not Just Disease

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

There's so much debate on whether functional testing like the DUTCH test is helpful for women trying to sort out their hormone issues. I use it frequently, but like serum testing, it has its place and it's limitations. However, the biggest thing that burns me up is when a woman goes out of pocket for this test and then have so much info misinterpreted or merely just left on the table. This means you come away with way less value than you should have - I hate that! In this episode I talk about what I see most often missed or misunderstood on the DUTCH test.

If you've ever had a DUTCH test, have it in hand for this episode! And if you're thinking about getting one, listen to this first.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Estrogen & Progesterone: Episode #428 - How Estrogen & Progesterone Impact Your Sleep

Estrogen & Progesterone: Episode #444 - Should You Be Cycling Your HRT?

Better by Dr. Brooke: Clear + Normalize, Androgen Balance Support

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Some of the more frustrating symptoms of midlife hormone decline and perimenopause is stubborn fat loss, weight gain, and fat redistribution around the midsection. HRT is often part of what's promoted to manage these metabolic changes, and many women expect to lose weight when they start it. While replacing hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone can help with fat loss and muscle gain, some women will experience weight gain for a variety of reasons when they begin using hormones. In this episode I cover the five biggest reasons this happens and what you can do about it.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Progesterone cycling: Episode #444 - Should You Be Cycling Your HRT?

Better by Dr. Brooke: adapt + cope - optimal adaptogen blend

Better by Dr. Brooke: better + b active - activated b complex

Better by Dr. Brooke: better + magnesium - magnesium glycinate complex

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Whether you know what to do for your nutrition or this high protein-high veggie way of eating is new, there are a few basics that women need to keep doing, over and over. Let's face it, that can get tedious, but with a few simple hacks, tricks and upgrades you will always have veggies on hand, cooked proteins at the ready, and you suprising yourself with how delicious it all is. If you're overwhelmed, bored or just getting started, this episode will make the basics less borning and increase your success in pulling it all off over and over. I also cover how to take these Dr Brooke Basics and customize it to work better for you.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #304 - Protein Muscle Synthesis

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Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

PCOS has a new name, but will women struggling with this lifelong, complex condition have a new experience? Women struggle both with diagnosis and adequate treatment for this condition, and while the new name honors the significance of the widespread endocrine problems of PCOS, we have a long way to go. In this epeisode I cover the nitty gritty hormone issues of PCOS, or rather PMOS (polyendocrine metabolic ovairan syndrome), what risk factors women still don't fully understand with this condition, as well as dispelling the popular myth that PCOS goes away with menopause.

In honor of this big news, I am offering a ONE WEEK only 30% off flash sale for my most valuable and helpful PCOS/PMOS specific supplements: balanced+beautiful multi, clear+normalize androgen balancer and better+berberine for insulin resistance.

Use code PCOSPOD30 at checkout. Good through 5/29/26!!

better + berberine highly researched, effective insulin sensitizer for blood sugar balance

clear + normalize supports androgen balance with PCOS/PMOS

balanced + beautiful metabolic multi geared towards blood sugar balance

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke Show #459 - Q&As Part II: HRT, Progesterone Cycling + More

Dr. Brooke Show #431 - PCOS + Perimenopause

Dr. Brooke Show #432 - PCOS + Perimenopause Follow-Up Q&A

Dr. Brooke's FREE Guide to PCOS + Perimenopause

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

In this episode, we get into more of Q&As that you've emailed to me, posted in the Facebook group, and some directly from my patients. A few more related to HRT, plus we'll cover SHBG, progesterone cycling, and more. These episodes are always my favorite, so be sure to listen in!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Episode #457 - HRT + Joint Pain, Irregular Bleeding, Indigestion & More

Episode #450 Tools For Embracing Change, Navigating Choas + Resetting for 2026

Episode #444 - Should You Be Cycling Your HRT?

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Most women underestimate the bizarre, surprising symptoms that can crop up during perimenopause — such as itchy ears, voice changes, and even unusual body odors. If you thought menopause was just hot flashes, sleep issues, night sweats, zero energy and weight gain, think again. In this episode, we'll unpack some of the lesser-known signs and symptoms that hormone shifts are taking a toll on your body — and the more burning question... just what the heck can we do about them?

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Episode #454 - Why Bone Health Is A Marker of HEALTH Not Just Disease

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Often, when symptoms or side effects arise on HRT, the immediate reaction is to adjust the dosage. In this Q&A episode, I cover what irregular bleeding, GI symptoms like nausea and joint pain might indicate when you're on HRT and options to feel better that go beyond just a bump up or step down of your dose.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Episode #426 - Why Some Women Can't Tolerate Progesterone

Episode #441 - Why Your Progesterone to Estrogen Ratio Matters

Episode #451 - Using Birth Control Instead of HRT in Perimenopause

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

Whether age, experience or tough times - sometimes you just "get something" in a way you didn't before. There are a few popular, Instagram-meme-worthy concepts that have taken on a deeper meaning for me lately. I'm sharing how I understand ideas like forgiveness, boundaries and the every popular "choose yourself" in this rather personal episode. I hope this helps if you're going through something really big or just the daily self love and kindness that we often struggle to do.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Brooke's Guide to Why You Need an Inner Compass

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Magnesium is likely in your supplement regimen right now, as its benefits are widely known. However, many of us take one form, such as citrate or glycinate, only and miss out on other important forms of magnesium that benefit our vessels, heart, and energy production. As well, most of us, even with supplementation, might be dosing too low for our needs. In this episode, Wade Lightheart, co-founder of BIOptimizers joins me to talk about the creation of Magnesium Breakthrough and the science that sets it apart fom most magneisum spplements out there.

Try Magnesium Breakthrough fro 15% off and a 365-day money-back guarantee with code DRBROOKE, using this link!

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode, please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Women today are becoming more aware of the value of both strength training and HRT on their bone health. Most screening, though, takes place much later and often when osteoporosis and osteopenia have already set in. In this episode, I challenge the ideas that bone loss is only a symptom of osteoporosis, we simply need to take more calcium to build bone, and that HRT alone - or even strength training alone - are all we need to think about when it comes to protecting and rebuilding our bones. Other hormones like cortisol and thyroid, oxidative stress and inflammation, and other nutrients like protein, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin D are all crucial to address as well. Learn why we need to reconsider how and when we test for bone loss, how specifically we are lifting, and what we can eat to improve our bone health.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr Brooke Show #254 How To Get Better at Stress, Part 1

Dr Brooke Show #408 Value Driven Stress Skills (Part 2 to Episode 254)

Dr Brooke's Guide to Finding Your Inner Compass

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE, knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money-back guarantee!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

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Most women in midlife feel exhausted, and fluctuating hormones certainly plays into that via impacting neurotransmitters, energy production and disrupting sleep from symptoms like night sweats. However, HRT is merely one piece of that puzzle. It's important to look at a bigger picture not just in terms of hormones and deficiencies but also how much this time of life and the transitions we go through impact our emotional well-being. It can be a rough transition, this episode will help.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr Brooke Show #428 How Estrogen and Progestone Impact Sleep

Core Value Exercise to Find Your Inner Compass

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

So many of you take magnesium already but it's often citrate or glycinate only, and while that might be checking a couple of boxes, it might not hit support for muscles and cellular energy. Enter BIOptimizers with 7 forms of magnesium to support sleep, digestion and energy. Try it for 15% off with this link and code DRBROOKE knowing there is a 365, no questions asked, money back guarantee!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Probiotic supplements abound, but is the latest, fancy-pants strain the answer? In this episode, I talk about how to think about using probitoics, what they can do and whether or not you need a supplement or can you get what you need from foods. I also cover dosages and strengths, gut testing and how probitoics help common conditions like leaky gut, constipation and even SIBO.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr Brooke Show #449 New Year's Magic with Mallory Leone

Better By Dr Brooke + Better Gut Kit

Dr Brooke Show #373 All About Akkermansia: Hope or Hype?

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

In this episode, I talk about using birth control instead of HRT during midlife. There are times when this option makes sense but it is important to know these hormones are different types, dosages, and come with different risk factors and are formulated for very different goals. Oftentimes they are a starting place instead of beginning HRT when a women enters perimenopause. It's important to know what your goals are during this phase of life, how birth control options may fit in and when they are clearly the wrong choice.

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

2025 was TOUGH! In this episode, I dive into my year of unexpected chaos that completely derailed my health - and why I let it happen. I share the tools that worked to get through and what tools I need to pull back out (hint: download the FREE Midlife Is More Than HRT guide below). Most importantly, I needed to revisit my "burners" and reprioritize based on my core values. It's a juicy show and so far, 2026 is challenging as well! If it is for you too, this episode is right on time!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr Brooke Show #352 Stop Trying To Find Work-Life Balance And Do This Instead

Finding Your Inner Compass: Core Value Guide (free!)

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Join me and my friend Mallory Leone, founder of Four Corners Studio, as we move into the end of 2025 (the year of the snake), Mallory and I talk about shedding the old skin that doesn't fit anymore, the power of folk magic, and the art of reality creation. From leaving behind old identities to embracing new beginnings, this episode is for all of us looking who are for clarity on what to create in the New Year. And I finally share the big transition that happened for me this year and what got me through some very tough moments since summer and what I'm leaving behind.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Find Mallory's work here https://www.fourcorners.studio/about.

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

I've long shared my grievances about testosterone pellets, but as always, I want to give you a balanced and fair take on all things women's hormones. In this episode, I cover some advantages to pellets (there are a few!) as well as going into more detail on the downsides, including some irreversible side effects.

As mentioned in the episode, if you missed the emails about our annual GRATITUDE sale, with 15% off our supplements, email Jess at admin@betterbydrbrooke.com.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Article Pros & Cons of Pellet Therapy For Women

Dr Brooke Show #446 What Women Need To Know About Testosterone HRT

Dr Brooke Show #444 Should You Be Cycling Your HRT?

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

The holidays are here, and it's time for the 10th annual Thanksgiving episode! Can you believe it? Gratitude is a powerful and it is tricky. I'll share some new research on the science of gratitude and how it can be an important tool for resilience due to how it triggers a potent feel-good hormone cocktail in our nervous system. I'll also cover a few places where it's easy to get gratitude quite wrong.

AND the annual 15% off sale is on at BetterByDrBrooke.com! Use code GRATITUDE15 to save on all of the Better By Dr Brooke supplements. If you have any other product you don't see online but need, email Jess at admin@betterbydrbrooke.com.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Finding Your Inner Compass FREE download. This is my core value exercise and it's one of my fav tools for actually shifting your experience of stress.

Dr Brooke's Happy Holidays Gluten/Dairy Free Menu

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Testosterone for women is among the most over AND under prescribed hormones out there. Women in their 40s and 50s are suffering and struggling to get treatment OR they are being given dosages high enough to cause potentially irreversible side effects. On the other hand, women in their 20s and 30s are prescribed testosterone with little to no attention paid to diet, stress and exercise first. I cover the importance of thorough testing, how to target nutrition and lifestyle for better testosterone output and the best options, dosages and cadence for women if they are going to start taking testosterone. Share this one with a woman who needs it!

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

It's that time of year when things can get a little chaotic - in a festive way, but still. Your social feed is about to be filled with healthier swaps for holiday treats, experts telling you how horrible sugar is and others telling you: it's only once a year! In this episode, I cover my tried and true tips and perspectives for navigating how this advice can fit for you (or not), where to have grace, where to have grit, and how I'm coming at the holidays this year from a very different perspective.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

FREE Guide to Finding Your Inner Compass

Helps you find what deserves your stress and what you can let go of.

Dr Brooke Show #352 Stop Trying To Find Work/Life Balance & Do This Instead

Dr Brooke SHow #442 Histamine, MCAS + Your Nervous System

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

In this episode, I am asking a question I get daily in my practice from women taking HRT: do I need to be cycling my progesterone? Or is OK to just take it every day? How about estrogen, does that need to be cycled too? It's a good question and one that experts do not agree on. As I always say though, HRT can't be one size fits all and it's worth understanding why cycling might be better for you - or at least another option! I'm sure you have a friend with this same question, so be sure to forward this episode.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr Brooke Show #426 Why Some Women Can't Tolerate Progesterone

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Trend alert: weighted vests. These low-weight vests are all the rage in the midlife/perimenopause space right now. The menopause experts say to wear these babies every day, all day, and for every exercise. The fitness experts say there is a whole lot of problems with wearing a weighted vest for long durations and with certain exercises. I break it all down and go over the most commonly touted studies on bone density and fat loss. I cover some times they definitely aren't a good idea and how to avoid the biggest mistakes if you do choose to use a weighted vest.

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Nervous system regulation is all the rage and it is so important to so many symptoms and health conditions. When you have an overactive and highly sensitive system, it might not be enough to take a deep breath or trigger your vagus nerve with singing or cold water. Those tools are powerful and you should know how to use them but for many of us the ultimate root cause of mast cell activation, autoimmunity, chronic issues like long covid, POTS, etc. is deeper trauma that created a lack of safety and we need to address that before gut health, hormone balance, or other triggers can be safely dealt with. If you or someone you know is chemically sensitive, can't tolerate many foods or supplements or feel like you are spinning your wheels with chasing inflammation or histamine problems, don't miss this episode!

Resources mentioned in the episode:

What Is Histamine Intolerance this article includes a free download for my low histamine diet

Tools For Regulating Your Nervous System

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Whether you are cycling and have symptoms or are on HRT and having issues, the ratio of these two hormones can be a real indicator of issues like low progesterone, estrogen dominance or estrogen metabolism issues. You can calculate this ratio from values on your serum testing or urine testing such as the DUTCH test. In this episode, I talk about what this ratio should be, how to calculate it (units matter!), what you can glean from various types of testing (i.e. urine shows you something different than serum, both matter) and what to consider to feel better if your P:E2 ratio is off.

Resources mentioned in the show:

Dr Brooke Show #426 Why Some Women Can't Tolerate Progesterone

Dr Brooke Show #429 All About PMDD: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

The love hormone, the cuddle hormone, the hormone of bonding. Not much bad to say about oxytocin! However, with so many new, compounded hormones easily available on the internet, you may be wondering if you should be taking oxytocin. I cover challenges with oxytocin delivery methods and how to naturally raise it on your own, including common recommendations like hugging but also how the interplay with cortisol might be your biggest needle mover when it comes to boosting this amazing hormone naturally..

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that can be midlife and my 3G+4R process to tackle it!

Stuff I Know You Will Love

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Part II of this two-part episode series on the "other stuff" about midlife. In this episode, I get into the tangible system I created to tackle the stuff that HRT doesn't fix — my 3G + 4R Perimenopause Process. There is both perspective and habits as part of this system to help you know what to do - and actually be able to do it! If you missed Part I, where I shared more of the somewhat ugly background of how hard this transition has been for me, you can listen to that here.

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected.

Please share this episode with any woman you think would be helped by having more tools to for this wild time in our lives.

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Aging is a part of life, but our cells don't always complete their normal life cycle so well due to a host of factors in our modern world. When cells don't go through a healthy life cycle process, they become what are called "zombie cells" - nonfunctional and unhelpful but still sucking up resources from the healthy cells around them. This process of senolysis can be aided by key ingredients found in Neurohacker's amazing product: Qualia Senolytic. Clear out those dead cells and see your brain, skin and body come back alive. Save 50% off with this link and use code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout for an additional 15% off! This is anti-aging at its core and you only need to take this a couple days of the month! And there is a money-back guarantee, get yours here.

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Personal episode alert….this one is a bit different than most. It's not science based and there is no tangible system taught - BUT there is next week so stay tuned! This episode is simply me sharing the nitty-gritty, personal, exhausting, ugly, humbling, guilt ridden, heartbreaking experience that has been perimenopause for me the past 5 years. From this though something new and powerful was born and I wanted to be totally transparent because I felt so alone going through this and I hope no other women struggles the way I did.

Next episode will be the how to, the tangible tools to tackle the stuff that HRT doesn't fix. It's my 3G+4R Perimenopause Process, but this week is how I got there.

Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected.

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site, BetterByDrBrooke.

There is a huge divide on using compounded pharmacies vs. your standard local pharmacy. On one hand many things compounding is the only way you can get bioidentical hormone therapy and on the other hand there's a ton of fear around using these seemingly "unregulated" facilities and formulas. As always, the truth is in the middle and I cover the myths about regulation, what the role of these types of formulas are and much more in this episode!

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A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Learn more and save 60% off your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Endometriosis can be debilitating for women and not only is treatment somewhat hit and miss, many women go undiagnosed for years. In this episode I cover some new areas of research and potential root causes of endometriosis. As well, when it comes to hormones there is a shift away from focusing only on estrogen dominance towards local estrogen activity in endometriomas and progesterone resistance. This episode will give women a more holistic view on this condition as well as several new ways to think about treatment.

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

The holistic vet is in the house! Dr. Wheaton is part of the team at Ollie, makers of freshly prepared and customized nutrition for your pup and he joins me to talk about what our dogs really need when it comes to proper nutrition - not shockingly it isn't the big bag of dried kibble! Better health now and a longer life by2.5 years with better food for your furry bestie…and he mostly convinces me to get a dog by the end!

Learn more and save 60% off your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

HIgh doses of naltrexone are used for certain addiction treatments, but lower and mid range doses have been shown to have hormonal, anti-inflammatory and weight loss benefits - with relatively few side effects for most women. In this episode I talk about using naltrexone with conditions such as Hashimoto's and other autoimmune and how it can play into cravings and weight loss success. With all that in mind, it has uses in a variety of symptoms of midlife as well.

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A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repair and stem cell renewal AND save big with this link that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke!

Oh, juicy one, right? While there are some that say they are all garbage and others that say they are the same as taking hormones, it's no wonder it's a confusing topic. In this episode, I share how to think about most female hormone balance supplements: what the ingredients do, is there enough of anything to produce that effect in your product, and how to know what products may or may not help you.

I also created this FREE guide to help!

Mentioned in the episode:

My female hormone balance product: balance+protect

Dr Brooke Show #375 All About DHEA + Pregnenolone

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A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Stressful moments happen to the best of us and we need actionable tools to complete the stress response, get back to baseline and reset our nervous system. Some of us are hardwired to be more reactive and dysregulated on an ongoing basis, so we may want to employ some of these tools as a daily habit and not just as a reactive response to a stressor. Either way, this episode will give you some easy, tangible ways to get yourself out of a stress response and back into regulation.

Items referenced in this episode:

Guide To Finding Your Inner Compass

5 Different Types Of Stress Responses

Tools For Regulating Your Nervous System (blog article)

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You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repair and stem cell renewal AND save big with this link that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Follow up to episode #431 where I laid out how hormones change in perimenopause for women with PCOS, this episode answers questions from my listeners specific to these two conditions. I cover testing, worsening insulin resistance and weight gain, new understanding of the hormonal landscape of PCOS, breakouts and more.

Items mentioned in the show: Dr Brooke's FREE Guide to PCOS + Perimenopause

PCOS Kit bundled price for PCOS supplement formulas (best price!)

Better Gut Kit bundled price for gut healing regimen

balanced + beautiful PCOS formulated multi

clear+normalize androgen balancing formula

better+turmeric emulsified, highly absorbable liquid turmeric

balance+protect estrogen and progesterone balancing formula

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Have you heard that menopause cures or fixes PCOS? There is so much misunderstanding around PCOS leaving many women without answers and much misinformation about what this condition looks like as hormones decline in perimenopause and menopause. In this episode I cover how PCOS looks as we enter midlife, what gets better, what gets worse and your best strategies to manage it.

Items mentioned in the show: Dr Brooke's FREE Guide to PCOS + Perimenopause

PCOS Kit bundled price for PCOS supplement formulas (best price!)

Better Gut Kit bundled price for gut healing regimen

balanced + beautiful PCOS formulated multi

clear+normalize androgen balancing formula

better+turmeric emulsified, highly absorbable liquid turmeric

balance+protect estrogen and progesterone balancing formula

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Candida is probably the thing women come most often with thinking that they have. Part of the reason is that the symptoms like bloating, fatigue, and sugar cravings are so common. In this episode, I cover sussing out if this is really behind your symptoms, testing (pros and cons) and how to work with both supplements and the candida diet. As well as the most important part: why do you have this opportunistic infection in the first place? Is it the microbiome, hormone shifts, blood sugar, etc? We always want to be solving that problem as well as clearing any candida infection if present.

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Often referred to as simply really bad PMS, PMDD is really its own thing and can be much more severe and debilitating than the usual PMS symptoms - though it can include those things too such as bloating, changes in digestion, fatigue and cramps. It's a complex issue and if you're suffering from it, it's wise to explore several facets such as inflammation, histamine, etc. as well as understanding how hormone fluctuations might be the biggest driver of this condition. I cover all of that in this episode, please share if you know a woman that needs this info!

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A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Progesterone gets all the love for being a sleep helper but estrogen is really important too! So whether your hormones are low due to not ovulating for some reason in your 20s or 30s such as PCOS, stress, etc. or you're in perimenopause or menopause, both of these hormones play a huge role in falling and staying asleep. In this episode, I cover exactly how estrogen and progesterone impact neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA as well as impact circadian rhythm, your vagus nerve and inflammation which all affect sleep.

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NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big with this link that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescueI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

The holistic vet is in the house! Dr. Wheaton is part of the team at Ollie, makers of freshly prepared and customized nutrition for your pup and he joins me to talk about what our dogs really need when it comes to proper nutrition - not shockingly it isn't the big bag of dried kibble! Better health now and a longer life by 2.5 years with better food for your furry bestie…and he mostly convinces me to get a dog by the end!

Learn more and save 60% off your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday

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A healthy microbiome feeds on healthy fibers and who gets enough these days? And even when we make the effort, getting a wide variety of different types of fibers is a big challenge in our busy lives. ZBiotics new probiotic product: Sugar to Fiber, turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets that directly feeds those healthy gut bugs - it's almost magic. Easy, tastes great and you can save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at zbiotics.com/bettereveryday!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

Progesterone is often an absolute godsend making us feel calmer, less bonkers, able to sleep and simply like things are gonna be OK. It is an important part of an HRT regimen, yet some women do not feel much of a benefit from it and yet others feel mild to severe anxiety, irritability, insomnia or even panic from it. This episode talks about the reasons why you may not be tolerating progesterone and what you can do about it.

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Aging is a part of life, but our cells don't always complete their normal life cycle so well due to a host of factors in our modern world. When cells don't go through a healthy life cycle process they become what are called "zombie cells" - nonfunctional and unhelpful but still sucking up resources from the healthy cells around them. This process of senolysis can be aided by key ingredients found in Neurohacker's amazing product: Qualia Senolytic. Clear out those dead cells and see your brain, skin and body come back alive. Save 50% off with this link and use code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout for an additional 15% off! This is anti-aging at its core and you only need to take this a couple days of the month! And there is a money back guarantee, get yours here.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Encore episode! Dr. Zach is back to talk about something very cool: ZBiotics new probiotic product that turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into fiber. Sounds like magic, right? Almost. This probiotic strain normally found in our gut and on our food has been engineered to produce an enzyme called levansucrase which will produce a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets. All of this lends to better microbiome diversity and gut health. We cover how Sugar to Fiber works and how easy it is to add to your busy day on this episode.

Previous Dr Brooke Show episode with Zach: Alcohol & Your Microbiome

Try Sugar to Fiber and save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY!

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Finally, a better toothpaste! Wellnesse Whitening Toothpaste utilizes micro-hydroxyapatite to actually heal small cracks and remineralize your teeth without ingredients you don't want like fluoride, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate or unwanted sweeteners. And it comes in great flavors! My kids of course like strawberry and I love cinnamint! Visit www.wellnesse.com/bettereveryday to check it out and save!

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

It's spring, so what better time to revisit those New Year's Resolutions! How are yours going? In this episode I report back on the strategies I laid out in episode #419 that kicked off 2025 as well as sharing some new and also some revamped tools for opting out of overwhelm.

Episodes and guides mentioned in this show:

Dr Brooke Show #419 Fresh Take on New Year's Resolutions With Your Big Picture in Mind

Finding Your Inner Compass: Dr Brooke's Core Value Exercise (FREE download)

Dr Brooke Show #418 Value Driven Stress System

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Finally, a better toothpaste! Wellnesse Whitening Toothpaste utilizes micro-hydroxyapatite to actually heal small cracks and remineralize your teeth without ingredients you don't want like fluoride, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate or unwanted sweeteners. And it comes in great flavors! My kids of course like strawberry and I love cinnamint! Visit www.wellnesse.com/bettereveryday to check it out and save!

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Seth Spears, co-founder of the popular wellness blog and podcast Wellness Mama is here to talk about his other venture: Wellnesse. Wellnesse has several clean body and beauty products that were created after the success of Wellness Mama's DIY approach to healthy, clean beauty products -- because while DIY'ing it is aspirational, it is also time consuming. We also talk in depth about oral health and on Wellnesse's toothpastes which come in several great flavors and what you want (like micro-hydroxyapatite) and avoids what you don't want (glycerine, sulfates, etc.).

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Finally, a better toothpaste! Wellnesse Whitening toothpaste utilizes micro-hydroxyapatite to actually heal small cracks and remineralize your teeth without ingredients you don't want like fluoride, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate or unwanted sweeteners. And it comes in great flavors! My kids of course like strawberry and I love cinnamint! Visit www.wellnesse.com/bettereveryday to check it out and save!

You want to feed your pup as well as you feed your family but you also need it to be easy! Enter: Ollie! Fresh, clear, delivered right to your door, available in 5 flavors! A perfectly portioned, whole fresh food diet has been proven to extend your pup's life by 2 and a half years! Who doesn't want more time with their best friend? Made with absolutely no harmful fillers or no preservatives, save 60% on your starter box when you subscribe at Ollie.com/bettereveryday.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

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As a follow-up to episode #421 specifically on microbiome shifts in perimenopause, this episode answers questions about gut health and hormones (such as symptoms that occur throughout the cycle and when starting HRT) as well as more general gut health questions. I cover how to triage: hormones, gut health, autoimmunity, etc., so you know where to start; how to deal with SIBO flares; how to tackle gut health and autoimmunity together; why elevated liver enzymes do not mean you need to do a detox and a whole lot more!

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Finally, a better toothpaste! Wellnesse Whitening Toothpaste utilizes micro-hydroxyapatite to actually heal small cracks and remineralize your teeth without ingredients you don't want like fluoride, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate or unwanted sweeteners. And it comes in great flavors! My kids of course like strawberry and I love cinnamint! Visit www.wellnesse.com/bettereveryday to check it out and save!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.

We talk a lot about how hormones and the gut are very interconnected and in this episode, I take a deeper dive into how the changes in estrogen and progesterone in midlife impact our microbiome diversity, the integrity of our gut lining and more. And it's a mess (much like midlife) in that hormone shifts impact the microbiome and microbiome shifts impact hormones. But the good news is that gut health is an area where you can intervene and have big impacts in how you feel and your overall health.

Stay tuned for the next episode as well where I will be answering questions on hormones and digestion taken from my Facebook group!

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NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repair and stem cell renewal AND save big at Qualialife.com/bettereveryday. This link automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you'll get another 15% off!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

I am always on the search for clean beauty and if it lives up to anti-aging hype that's a huge win! In this episode I talk with the lovely and brilliant Carolina Reis, PhD to talk about the science behind One Skin. The OS-01 compound formulated in the One Skin products is the first peptide proven to reverse skin's biological age by preventing the accumulation of senescent cells - those zombie cells that hinder our healthier cells from rejuvenating. We get into how the products are designed, where to start if you just want to try one thing and my experience with One Skin.

Visit oneskin.co/BETTEREVERYDAY and use code BETTEREVERYDAY for 15% off your first order.

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NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repair and stem cell renewal AND save big at Qualialife.com/bettereveryday. This link automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you'll get another 15% off!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

It's the time of year when your inbox is flooded with both the push to make sweeping big changes and "make this your year" AND make small changes to your habits for more success. There is truth in both of these approaches and in this episode I talk about how to utilize them both with a better understanding of when you need more grace and when you need more grit. As well as a fresh take on looking at what to do with those daily habit and weekly goals when you've had a really tough week and feel like you failed on both the short term and longer term goals.

Happy 2025!

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

The most downloaded episode of 2024! Thank you all for being here for this year and this wild ride that is navigating female hormones. Don't miss this encore episode of my most downloaded show of 2024! This show covers questions about progesterone from our 20s with period problems and fertility concerns to our 40s with perimenopause, sleep issues, mood issue, period chaos and beyond.

Excited for what's to come in 2025….stay tuned!

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed visit thisisneeded.com and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big at Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Dr. Sara Naseri joins me on this episode to talk about the exciting, at home, affordable, easy to use, hemoglobin A1C testing her company QVin has developed that utilizes menstrual blood. Throughout this episode I just kept saying: why weren't we always doing this??!! But the wait is over as QVin can send an FDA approved, CLIA certified and easy to collect test right to your door. H1C is a test we all need and may get pushback from our providers or our insurance about routinely checking it so it's win, win, win, win and has some exciting prospects for future testing on other hormones and possibly even screening for conditions like endometriosis.

Episodes referenced in this show:

Dr Brooke Show #398 Making Sense of Blood Sugar Testing: Hemoglobin A1C, Glycomark, CGMs and More

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed visit thisisneeded.com and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Don't miss Organifi Gold Pumpkin Spice! Limited edition of their cozy cup of relaxing deliciousness with turmeric, passionflower, lemon balm and Reishi. Perfect end of a fall evening! Get it before it's gone! Link www.organifi.com/bettereveryday saves you 20%.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

It's that annual Thanksgiving episode where I get to share some things I'm grateful for with you all that this year what tops my list is: YOU! Hear why I'm so especially grateful for you being here this year as well as the top three things I feel grateful to be honing this past year when it comes to being who I want to be in the world. I hope these perspectives help you be the best version of yourself in your health and in your relationships - with others and of course with yourself.

As mentioned in the show, my annual 15% off gratitude sale is underway! Save 15% off all of the Better By Dr Brooke products including my new hormone supplement kits including a bundle of products for blood sugar, perimenopause, stress, gut health, PCOS and HRT support.

Use code GRATITUDE15 at checkout on my site betterbydrbrooke.com! Just through 12/1.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed visit thisisneeded.com and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big at Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Don't miss Organifi Gold Pumpkin Spice! Limited edition of their cozy cup of relaxing deliciousness with turmeric, passionflower, lemon balm and Reishi. Perfect end of a fall evening! Get it before it's gone! Link www.organifi.com/bettereveryday saves you 20%.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Castor oil packs have been around for a very long time but historically have been a bit messy and cumbersome, but Dr Marisol flipped that idea on its head with her Queen of the Thrones brand organic, easy to use castor oil packs. Did she make castor oil cool and sexy? Somehow, yes! Many of you know this brand as I've recommended it for years but finally I got Dr. Marisol on the show to talk about castor from energetics to practical use.

And Queen of the Thrones has some great holiday and Black Friday sales going on so check them out with this link!

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Don't miss Organifi Gold Pumpkin Spice! Limited edition of their cozy cup of relaxing deliciousness with turmeric, passionflower, lemon balm and Reishi. Perfect end of a fall evening! Get it before it's gone! Link www.organifi.com/bettereveryday saves you 20%.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Should ovarian health be considered a marker of longevity? Yes. Our ovarian production of adequate hormones impacts us on a daily basis including effects on cognition, energy, mood, sleep and metabolism. When our production of these hormones are low we can deal with cyclical symptoms and PMS, infertility and a more difficult struggle into perimenopause and beyond. In this episode I talk about the biggest impacts I see in my practice on our ovarian health and what we can do to improve our sex hormone output and balance whether you want to feel better, get pregnant or just optimize your health overall.

Items mentioned in this episode:

Article: Oxytocin, the Antidote to Cortisol

Free guide for Finding Your Inner Compass (Core Value Exercise)

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed visit thisisneeded.com and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Dr. Zach is back to talk about something very cool: ZBiotics new probiotic product that turns sugar (sucrose) from your diet into fiber. Sounds like magic, right? Almost. This probiotic strain normally found in our gut and on our food has been engineered to produce an enzyme called levansucrase which will produce a unique fiber rarely found in our daily diets. All of this lends to better microbiome diversity and gut health. We cover how Sugar to Fiber works and how easy it is to add to your busy day on this episode.

Previous Dr Brooke Show episode with Zach: Alcohol & Your Microbiome

Try Sugar to Fiber and save 15% with code BETTEREVERYDAY!

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NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Give your body the support it needs to repair and recover everything from joints to skin and hair to your gut lining with Organifi's Multi Collagen. It is unflavored, non-GMO and glyphosate residue free. Made from real food ingredients including including pasture-raised cows, wild-caught fish, eggshell membrane and organic bone broth protein, Organifi Collagen contains five types of collagen and 19 essential amino acids and you can save 20% off with this link: www.organifi.com/bettereveryday. It's the only collagen you'll need!

Listen to What Women Need To Know About Collagen for more info as well!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

In this Q&A episode I cover all manner of aspects of this soothing, helpful hormone. Progesterone can start to dip as early as our 30s creating more problems with mood, sleep and periods as the years go on, but even in our 20s we can experience low progesterone due to PCOS, stress and other reasons as well. I talk about how to naturally raise progesterone as well as how to know when to use herbs or HRT to support your progesterone levels.

I reference in this show a past progesterone Q&A from 2023, here is that show as this episode covers other aspects of progesterone as well:

Dr Brooke Show #324 All Your Progesterone Questions Answered

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Give your body the support it needs to repair and recover everything from joints to skin and hair to your gut lining with Organifi's Multi Collagen. It is unflavored, non-GMO and glyphosate residue free. Made from real food ingredients including including pasture-raised cows, wild-caught fish, eggshell membrane and organic bone broth protein, Organifi Collagen contains five types of collagen and 19 essential amino acids and you can save 20% off with this link: www.organifi.com/bettereveryday. It's the only collagen you'll need!

Listen to What Women Need To Know About Collagen for more info as well!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Is it the baby blues? Exhaustion? Expected overwhelm with a new baby? Or is it something more worrisome? In this episode I talk about the hormonal changes postpartum that can lead to anxiety, depression and sadness and what to look out for, when to get help and simple suggestions for nutrition, exercise and supplements that can help. I also cover a lesser talked about mood issue for breastfeeding moms known as Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex. I also talk about how to be a good support person for a new mom beyond offering to hold the baby - but who doesn't want to hold a new baby?! I hope this show is helpful for partners, friends and family as well as new moms to please share!

I talk a bit about my experience with DMER this in this article as well: Three Horrible Things About Breastfeeding.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Don't miss Organifi Gold Pumpkin Spice! Limited edition of their cozy cup of relaxing deliciousness with turmeric, passionflower, lemon balm and Reishi. Perfect end of a fall evening! Get it before it's gone! Link saves you 20%.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Covering a lot of your questions on this show! Symptoms of low testosterone and deciding if replacement therapy is right for you, hair loss from high androgens and is that a no go for replacement, what supplements you can safely take during breastfeeding, what it means when your cycle is getting shorter, is your joint pain due to perimenopause and women's infradian rhythm.

Products I mentioned in this episode: Androgen/Testosterone Metabolism Support: clear+normalize

Powerful, Emulsified and Micronized Turmeric Liquid: better+turmeric

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Support: ThisIsNeeded (use code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout for 20% off)

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NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Give your body the support it needs to repair and recover everything from joints to skin and hair to your gut lining with Organifi's Multi Collagen. It is unflavored, non-GMO and glyphosate residue free. Made from real food ingredients including including pasture-raised cows, wild-caught fish, eggshell membrane and organic bone broth protein, Organifi Collagen contains five types of collagen and 19 essential amino acids and you can save 20% off with this link: www.organifi.com/bettereveryday. It's the only collagen you'll need!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info about how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

A daily multi to cover your nutritional bases seems like a good idea right? Our soil is depleted, our life is depleting and many of us are dealing with some sort of chronic issue, making extra support something to think about. On the flipside, many are dealing with supplement fatigue and it's worth talking about if a multi is worth it at this stage in your health and healing. As well, some women's multis are severely lacking in what women need yet others are full of things you do not need. In this episode I talk about what to look for in a multi that that suits your hormones and health goals.

In this show I talk about my women's multi that includes optimal doses of what women need for blood sugar balance, better energy, brain health, optimal aging and hormone balance. I put my balanced+beautiful multi on sale this weekend only with code BEAUTIFUL15 at checkout.

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can helpy you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Summer is wrapping up and fall always feels like a fresh start for me so I want us to revisit this episode and be sure you've all filled out the Finding Your Inner Compass Guide to identif your core values. As we go into the next season I will have a lot more content for you around stress skills over stress management, value driven living for less stress and an entire framework that is better than "finding work life balance". So be sure you listen to this show, share it with a woman who needs it and fill out the guide. You can grab that here.

In this episode I also reference a Part I, previous episode and you can listen to that also here.

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Give your body the support it needs to repair and recover everything from joints to skin and hair to your gut lining with Organifi's Multi Collagen. It is unflavored, non-GMO and glyphosate residue free. Made from real food ingredients including including pasture-raised cows, wild-caught fish, eggshell membrane and organic bone broth protein, Organifi Collagen contains five types of collagen and 19 essential amino acids and you can save 20% off with this link: www.organifi.com/bettereveryday. It's the only collagen you'll need!

Listen to What Women Need To Know About Collagen for more info as well!

If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you vist my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

If you've ever googled a troublesome symptom, then I'm sure you're getting fed ads for a supplement to fix it. I see it every day posted on social media as people crowd source for solutions or I'm asked on a call with a patient: should I take X for my Y? They've heard it's good for hair loss, weight loss, hot flashes, brain health, energy, etc. so they are wondering if it will work for them, makes sense right?

In this episode I talk about why we need to know why. We need to know WHY our hair is falling out or we are tired in order to choose supplements, protocols and procedures that might help. Most of the time, if a supplement isn't effective it's also likely harmless but it can be a waste of time and money to be taking things that don't address your why. Other times a particular supplement is the absolute wrong thing for your why, yet you have no idea. Still other times you have a clear why for your symptoms based on testing or working with a provider but in the sea of products you're unsure which one is best for you. I cover the most common supplement questions about hormones, thyroid, hair loss, energy, etc. that I see online or hear in my office on this episode to help you sift through the noise out there.

Products mentioned in this episode:

Essential Amino Acid blend for better energy, building muscles and more save 15% with this link www.getkion.com/bettereveryday.

balance+protect comprehensive nutrient and herbal support for both estrogen and progesterone

clear+normalize nutrient and herbal formula to balance androgen metabolism

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Give your body the support it needs to repair and recover everything from joints to skin and hair to your gut lining with Organifi's Multi Collagen. It is unflavored, non-GMO and glyphosate residue free. Made from real food ingredients including including pasture-raised cows, wild-caught fish, eggshell membrane and organic bone broth protein, Organifi Collagen contains five types of collagen and 19 essential amino acids and you can save 20% off with this link: www.organifi.com/bettereveryday. It's the only collagen you'll need!

Listen to What Women Need To Know About Collagen for more info as well!

Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

The simple but surprising question to ask ourselves when we're overwhelemed and stressed as a new tool to Opt Out Of Overwhelm (one of the 5 Pillars from my book Hangry). New tips for making change when change is hard and an update on where I am at personally on my midlife and HRT journey. It's a personal epsiode where I share what's been working for me in terms of hormones and mindset.

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Collagen is not a new supplement but there are new collagen products on the market daily and most every woman I talk to is taking collagen or feels she should be. It's generally a scoop added to their morning coffee or post-workout shake in hopes of better joints, healthier hair and glowing skin. Most women aren't aware however that joints need different collagen support than our hair so it's important we know why we want to take collagen and then to be sure our supplement is doing just that. In this episode I talk about the difference between collagen and collagen peptides, what type of collagen is needed for hair vs. joints and how you can dose your collagen to get the results you're after.

Products I mentioned in the episode are: KION Essential Amino Acid Complex for workout recovery GetKion.com/BETTTEREVERYDAY 15% off

NEEDED Collagen Peptides for types I and III collagen support save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout www.thisisneeded.com.

GLOW Collagen Support with bamboo silica, natural vitamin C and Tremella Mushroom (5X times more hydrating than hyaluronic acid). Save 20% with this link.

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This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout. BUT I also mentioned in this show their collagen support product GLOW which is what I take daily! I checks all the boxes of collagen support without being actual collagen. Save 20% with this link!

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

In this episode I also mentioned NEEDED's great bovine collagen peptide! Same deal, use the link and use code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout for your 20% off!

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

You're seeing ads pop all over your phone and social media feeds for "natural ozempic". Supplements that are said to work just like GLP-1 agonist medications, but is this true? In this episode I cover the most commonly marketed products to boost GLP-1: berberine, akkermansia and other GLP-1 probiotic blends and sodium-butyrate. I cover how these compounds work, how they impact GLP-1 and if the data holds up on these claims that they are the same as medications like Ozempic.

In this show I reference a couple of past episode of the Dr Brooke Show: Dr Brooke Show #373 Akkermansia: Hope or Hype

Dr Brooke Show #341 All About GLP-1 Meds

As well, here are the products mentioned as well that I use in my practice:

Butyrate product: Tri Butyrin Supreme

GLP-1 Probiotic Blend

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If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, Join MIDI! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link to check out MIDI! No membership fees and insurance billing available.

This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Second of a two part series answering all of your questions on hormone replacement therapy for both symptom relief (i.e hot flashes, weight gain, joint pain, brain fog, etc.) and protection/longevity concerns such as supporting heart, brain and bone health. I cover questions on dosing, methods of taking HRT (i.e. the patch, topical creams, oral, etc.), side effects and risks, addressing common issues (i.e. irregular bleeding on estrogen, grogginess on progesterone, etc.) and the differences between HRT terms like bioidentical, FDA regulated and compounded. It's chock full of info so please share with a woman that needs this episode!

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Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

Everyone wants to know how to optimize their metabolism whether your goal is better aging, better energy or successful weight loss but with all of the advice out there, how do you really know what works for you? Enter Lumen! This handheld, easy to use device will tell you if you are in fat burning or sugar burning mode and based on your score, their app will make nutrition and lifestyle suggestions for you that day, in real time, custom to your metabolism. If you've been struggling to get better results, get insight into your metabolism with Lumen!

Visit lumen.me/bettereveryday to get 15% off your Lumen!

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

First of a two part series answering all of your questions on hormone replacement therapy for both symptom relief (i.e hot flashes, weight gain, joint pain, brain fog, etc.) and protection/longevity concerns such as supporting heart, brain and bone health. I cover questions on dosing, methods of taking HRT (i.e. the patch, topical creams, oral, etc.), side effects and risks, addressing common issues (i.e. irregular bleeding on estrogen, grogginess on progesterone, etc.) and the differences between HRT terms like bioidentical, FDA regulated and compounded. It's chock full of info! Part II out tomorrow.

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This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big with this link that automatically gives 50% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

The amazing Dr. Song is back to talk about her new book: Healthy Kids + Happy Kids! Always the voice of both sound advice and holistic help for our kiddos, I'm so happy to have had a chance to chat with Elisa about her new book which covers all manner of creating healthy foundations for our kids that will help them get get sick less often and have less ongoing issues with digestion, skin, mood and sleep. She also gives us a lot of go-to advice for dealing with acute issues like fevers, viruses, etc. I know all us mamas will be turning to this book over and over again as our kiddos grow.

Learn more about Dr. Song and get your copy of Healthy Kids + Happy Kids here.

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This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

As women, our metabolism can feel elusive as it is impacted by both monthly cycles and cycles of our lifetime such as perimenopause and menopause. The cyclical nature of our hormones will impact how we metabolize both carbohydrates and fats as well as impact our mood, motivation and stamina in the gym. Previously, utilizing respiratory exchange rate to measure metabolism - which tells us if we are burning carbs or fats for fuel - was only available in a lab setting and not for your average girl.

Twin sisters Michal and Merav Mor took their interest in how to compete better in their Ironman triathlons and their PhDs in physiology and cardiac science respectively, and created Lumen. Lumen is a simple handheld device that can measure metabolism on each of us, right there at home, giving valuable insight into the intricacies of your unique biochemistry. Join me for this interview to hear how Lumen works and how you can use it to achieve your goals bet that weight loss, performance or longevity. These two women are as delightful as they are smart so don't miss this interview!

Visit lumen.me/bettereveryday to get 15% off your Lumen!

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Everyone wants to know how to optimize their metabolism whether your goal is better aging, better energy or successful weight loss but with all of the advice out there, how do you really know what works for you? Enter Lumen! This handheld, easy to use device will tell you if you are in fat burning or sugar burning mode and based on your score, their app will make nutrition and lifestyle suggestions for you that day, in real time, custom to your metabolism. If you've been struggling to get better results, get insight into your metabolism with Lumen!

Visit lumen.me/bettereveryday to get 15% off your Lumen!

Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,

I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

To learn more about how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

In this amazing interview, I'm joined by clinical psychologist, TEDx Speaker and author, Dr. Beth Kurland to talk about her new book. She explains why chasing happiness isn't the best idea when what we really want is a deeper sense of well-being. We also discuss the 6 vantage points we can use to take a different view on our life and our current circumstances to better understand ourselves, our struggles and our desires.

Learn more about Dr. Kurland and get the book here.

Be sure you're subscribed to The Dr. Brooke Show on your favorite podcast player so you never miss a new episode.

To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously,I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too.

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Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 75% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

Everyone wants to know how to optimize their metabolism whether your goal is better aging, better energy or successful weight loss but with all of the advice out there, how do you really know what works for you? Enter Lumen! This handheld, easy to use device will tell you if you are in fat burning or sugar burning mode and based on your score, their app will make nutrition and lifestyle suggestions for you that day, in real time, custom to your metabolism. If you've been struggling to get better results, get insight into your metabolism with Lumen!

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What test is the most accurate assessment of your blood sugar, insulin resistance or glucose variability? I cover the lab testing that you would get from your doctor: fasting glucose and Hemoglobin A1C as the most common ones, as well as Fructosamine and Glycomark. As well testing you might not be getting that you could easily request such as fasting insulin or C-Peptide. And there is testing you likely have like LDH that you didn't know was related to blood sugar levels. Lastly, how does at home monitoring play in for you in terms of using a glucometer or a CGM (continuous glucose monitor).

Which test is best? I cover what these tests tell you, why it's key to know what you're looking for, what might be covered by insurance and where you fall on the blood sugar problem spectrum: looking for optimal health and prevention vs. prediabetic or overt insulin resistance.

And the newer question we need to be asking: is it just high blood sugar we need to worry about or is glucose variability where it's at?

Episodes and links referenced in the show that may be helpful:

Get yourself a CGM with my fav app Nutrisense and save $50!

Article I wrote on Do You Need A CGM?

Interview with Carlee Hayes from Nutrisense on using a CGM.

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Want to avoid that mid afternoon energy slump and mental fogginess without using caffeine? Or need a preworkout boost to perform your best? Consider exogenous ketones like the ketone diol, no tummy upset, even energy found in KetoneIQ! I have found such a benefit in using KetoneIQ for my midlife brain fog and overall better mental and physical stamina - no fasting or keto diet required!

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

In this fascinating episode with Dr. Latt Mansor joins me to discuss of one of my favorite new products: KetoneIQ. I've generally only considered taking exogenous ketones to support a ketogenic diet for those days when ketones and thus energy was low. However, what we now know is that exogenous ketones are very powerful and have utlilty beyond supplementing a keto diet. Ketones like those found in KetoneIQ can be used for better mental clarity and focus, more energy and better workout stamina and recovery - and all of those benefits can be harnessed without being on a keto diet.

To learn more about KetoneIQ and save 30% off your first subscription order visit https://KETONE.com/BETTEREVERYDAY (discount automatically applied at checkout).

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This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more information on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

The ketogenic diet is a tool, a powerful tool that can be great for neuroinflammation, insulin resistance and weight loss. While it can work great for some women it can create hormone issues for others. In this episode I cover who keto is ideal for, how to do it right, common pitfalls and the five biggest considerations for women when it comes to this nutrition strategy including estrogen, cortisol, thyroid and even mindset.

To learn more check this article: 5 Keto Considerations for Women.

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This episode is sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

For more info on how I can help you, visit BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Bloating is a symptom that for many women is hard to discern the cause: is it water retention? Digestive? Or new belly fat from shifting hormones? I ask about bloating on literally every call I have women women and they often don't totally know how to answer it so I wanted to dedicate some time to this super common symptom to help you break it down in terms of where it's coming from and various suggestions to deal with it depending on the root cause.

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This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you, visit BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Recently, I had that experience we're all looking for: the satisfaction of seeing that hard work we put in on ourselves show up in a very real way in my life. I have explained the 5 Different Stress Responses in an episode from spring 2023 and last week in spring of 2024 I saw my understanding of this really kick into action - and it was brilliant! I saw my traumatic stress response of fawning in full force play out before my eyes and because of knowing these various types of stress responses and what triggers them I was able to not go too far down that road, resolve the stress in my body and make a better choice with my stress response. A choice that left me more empowered, able to be more gentle on myself and move forward in a productive way - and you can learn this too!

Understanding these various stress responses is key in making cha+nge to how stress impacts us and this goes far beyond traditional ideas of "stress management" - these are stress skills. Skills that will actually change how you respond to and experience stress - and that helps all of your hormones!

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With your body being 50% amino acids plus the uphill battle most women face after age 30 to hold on to their lean mass, using a properly blended, complete amino acid blend like those from KION will be a game changer for your health, energy and metabolism. Learn more and save a generous 20% off one of my favorite new products: the Kion Aminos.

This formula is backed by over 20 years of clinical research, highest quality ingredients, no fillers or junk, undergoes rigorous quality testing, and tastes amazing with natural flavors. Save 20% on monthly deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases at getkion.com/bettereveryday.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you, visit BetterByDrBrooke.com.

NAD supplements are all the rage in the anti-aging and longevity community, but just how effective are they? As well, if you compare various products there are a variety of ingredients and you might be wondering which are the most effective. I wanted to invite Dr. Gregory Kelly, ND from Neurohacker Collective on the show to take a deep dive into how boosting NAD levels is helpful for us in healing and aging as well as to really look at these supplements and understand how ingredients like NMN, NR and vitamin B3 perform in these NAD boosting supplements. We covered how well these absorbed, when to consider dosing these nutrients, what to look for in your NAD boosting products and how to know if taking them translates to you feeling and aging better. It was a great discussion!

Neurohacker is a long time partner of the Dr. Brooke Show so of course I also wanted Dr. Kelly to take an in depth look at their NAD+ product (the one I take!) that he helped formulate so we covered this formula as well!

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Many of us living a healthy, high protein grown-up lifestyle have not been able to enjoy cereal since we were little! But if you've got a hankering for a crunchy snack or breakfast that has 13-14g of protein with only 4-5 net carbs and zero sugar you're going to be so excited to try Magic Spoon! This high protein, keto-friendly, gluten and grain free cereal can give you that crunch and nostalgia you've been missing. Get five dollars off a variety pack containing four flavors: Cocoa, Fruity, Frosted and Peanut Butter with this link! Hint: try the Peanut Butter mixed with the Cocoa. You're welcome.

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

NAD levels start to decline by up to 65% between ages 30 and 70 and this can lead to more signs of aging, less energy and worse recovery. Qualia NAD+ is formulated to target the entire process our cells undergo to make, use and then recycle NAD+ for optimal results that you can see and feel. With so many NAD boosting products out there, what sets Qualia NAD+ apart is that it uses three different precursors to support the various ways our cells make NAD+ and its very holistic formula supports this production pathway from start to finish with enzyme cofactors as well as raw materials. So spruce up your aging, tired mitochondria, improve genetic repar and stem cell renewal AND save big by visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday that automatically gives 75% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

You may have heard lately that it's not a "lower metabolism" that causes weight gain and more body fat around the middle during midlife. While this may be what research is showing us, many of us have found our pants are indeed not fitting so great so what IS causing the weight gain? Is it hormone changes or slack habits? Is it something we need to take HRT to get on top of? What exactly will the popular fitness advice of eating enough protein and lifting weights really do for our mid-life bodies? I cover exactly what the shifts in hormones do to your motivation, mood and metabolism in this episode as well as the one thing NO ONE is talking about…and it's not really solved by taking hormones or strength training.

Tune in and please share this with a woman who needs this info!

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This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

With your body being 50% amino acids plus the uphill battle most women face after age 30 to hold on to their lean mass, using a properly blended, complete amino acid blend like those from KION will be a game changer for your health, energy and metabolism. Learn more and save a generous 20% off one of my favorite new products at getkion.com/bettereveryday.

This formula is backed by over 20 years of clinical research, highest quality ingredients, no fillers or junk, undergoes rigorous quality testing, and tastes amazing with natural flavors. Save 20% on monthly deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases.

Encore Episode! This is a dicey subject for sure and I'm certain it will have a lot of you rethinking your supplement regimen. Iodine is most often used to improve thyroid or breast health but it's important to understand the whole story about how these recommendations came about and why more iodine can actually be bad for both.

Iodine is an essential nutrient that we absolutely need for thyroid function as well as other systems in our bodies, HOWEVER, it's a Golidlock's nutrient if there ever was one. When you look at how our bodies manage iodine and what our actual need for this unique trace mineral is you can see that we need to be a bit more careful with higher doses of iodine. This episode explains exactly why we need enough and not too much (and of course what the doses are that is just enough for general health, thyroid, pregnancy, etc.), what research shows us in terms of the fall out of too much iodine (hint: oxidative stress, thyroid problems and a rise in autoimmunity) and when to consider lowering iodine intake to see if your thyroid and breast health improves. I also cover how to assess and test for iodine status and some real problems with the rationale used by high iodine advocates in the health space.

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Many of us living a healthy, high protein grown-up lifestyle have not been able to enjoy cereal since we were little! But if you've got a hankering for a crunchy snack or breakfast that has 13-14g of protein with only 4-5 net carbs and zero sugar you're going to be so excited to try Magic Spoon! This high protein, keto-friendly, gluten and grain free cereal can give you that crunch and nostalgia you've been missing. Get five dollars off a variety pack containing four flavors: Cocoa, Fruity, Frosted and Peanut Butter with this link! Hint: try the Peanut Butter mixed with the Cocoa. You're welcome.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Fibroids can create a host of symptoms from pain and heavy bleeding to both digestive and urinary issues. In this episode I talk about what fibroids are, where they can be found and a host of lifestyle and nutrition strategies to stabilize them and greatly improve symptoms and quality of life. If you struggle with fibroids or know someone who does please listen and share this episode!

Products and articles mentioned in the show: Powerful, highly absorbable resveratrol and download the 5C Salad with veggies and herbs from the helpful Apiacea family as well as four other delicious estrogen supportive recipes right here!

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Many of us living a healthy, high protein grown-up lifestyle have not been able to enjoy cereal since we were little! But if you've got a hankering for a crunchy snack or breakfast that has 13-14g of protein with only 4-5 net carbs and zero sugar you're going to be so excited to try Magic Spoon! This high protein, keto-friendly, gluten and grain free cereal can give you that crunch and nostalgia you've been missing. Get five dollars off a variety pack containing four flavors: Cocoa, Fruity, Frosted and Peanut Butter with this link! Hint: try the Peanut Butter mixed with the Cocoa. You're welcome.

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Covered a whole lot of ground on this episode! I love these Q&A shows because I can get into so many topics. On this one I talk about what to do when you're getting repeatedly sick (hello 2024!) both to treat a cold/flu and to get sick less often. I also talk about what symptoms in your luteal phase indicate low progesterone and how to address various "types of PCOS" and why I don't totally love those categories. I also cover what to do when you're lifting and feeling like you're gaining weight - what it means and what you can change if that's not the goal! If you have questions for the show be sure to you join my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

I am thrilled to have KION founder Angelo Keely back on the Dr. Brooke Show to discuss some powerful new research on amino acids. It's kinda funny that protein is something I talk about allllll the time on the show and amino acids are not new supplements by any means BUT new research helps us understand just how powerful this simple supplement can be. And we discuss some unique ways to use them in order to harness their power even more.

In this episode we talk about a new ISSN statement that shows a 6X benefit of amino acids alone vs. a protein powder. Which is not only fascinating but also amazing in that so many of you struggle to find a protein powder that works for you! Angelo and I cover the findings of this paper as well as some powerful ways to use amino acids throughout your day - including with meals which is brand new info so you'll want to check this episode out!

Get your KION essential amino acid blend with 20% off subscription orders and 10% off one time orders with this link or at getkion.com/bettereveryday!

If you missed my last interview with Angelo you can hear that here as well as these two other episodes referenced in the show:

Dr Brooke Show #304 The How What & When of Muscle Protein Synthesis

Dr Brooke Show #292 Collagen, Beef Based Protein Powders, Plant Based Proteins & More Q&A

Dr Brooke Show #336 Creatine: One of the Most Powerful Supplements for Women

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This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

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He's back! Best selling author, host of The Model Health Show and all around great human: Shawn Stevenson. In this episode we talk all about his new book aimed at helping families eat well together. Shawn shares research on how vital it is not only to eat healthy food but to share time and meals with those we love. It's something that's easy to let go by the wayside in our busy, hectic lives but this act of eating meals together is more profound and beneficial than we realize. This cookbook is easily adaptable to various nutrition plans and most importantly the recipes are delicious!

Learn more and get your copy of Eat Smarter Family Cookbook here.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

We all know the downsides of alcohol, but it is still something many decide to enjoy on occasion. Most of us also notice that especially as we get into our 40s and beyond that one glass of wine feels like way more than a glass the next day. If you choose to indulge, one dose of ZBiotics before drinking any alcohol can make you feel way less yucky the next day! Cool…but how? The yuck the day after having alcohol is due to a buildup of acetaldehyde (a byproduct of alcohol metabolism). ZBiotics is a probiotic formula that helps you break down acetaldehyde in the gut so you can have a great workout and a great day even after a drink the night before. Click here to save 15% off ZBiotics. Oh, and they do have a money back guarantee, so why not?

For more information about how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

I cover a lot of ground in this episode! Answering questions from my Facebook group I talk about blood sugar crashes (what they are and how they impact sleep), other things to consider beyond blood sugar that have you waking up in the night, how to find the right HRT provider, what an autoimmune diagnosis means (i.e. Hashimoto's) and what how to approach health with a partner or loved one that doesn't share your perspectives on health

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Feel like you need your brain back? Neurohaker's revolutionary product Qualiamind is a scientifically-balanced focus formula that helps you create the mental space for creativity by supporting the 4 most important areas of brain performance:

- Energy [Coffeeberry®, theobromine, B vitamins]

- Clarity [L-theanine, alpha-GPC, huperzia serrata]

- Memory [Bacopa, ginkgo, rhodiola rosea, celastrus]

- Productivity [Velvet bean extract, N-acetyl-L-tyrosine]

It's the only nootropic supplement made with a whole-systems approach, so it's designed to elevate every part of your mind. So you can find it easier to slip into flow and break down the barriers between you and your goals. Whether you're dealing with perimenopause brain fog or just wanted to get your mental edge back, you'll love Qualiamind! And with this discount it's too good to pass up! By visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday, you'll automatically get 75% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Finally, an episode about heart health screening and risk factors just for women! In this show I cover simple blood tests that can help you understand your risk factors for heart disease, heart attacks and atherosclerosis that go beyond the standard total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL and HDL. I also cover how functional medicine testing can be helpful too as they uncover issues with other factors beyond cholesterol such as stress, inflammation and estrogen. Women experience heart attacks differently then men and our stress component is unique - no surprise there, right? Please share this episode with a woman that needs it!

In honor of Valentine's Day a big I love you to all my listeners! I so appreciate you all.

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Most of us need more of it's prebiotics and antioxidants in our diet and Manuka honey from Manukora is my new fav way to sup up my protein shakes and afternoon cup of tea as it's got three times more of these compounds than regular honey! And 'tis the season for getting sick and the thick, carmel-like Manukora 850+honey also has antimicrobial compounds to help us stay healthy. Grab some of this "Honey With Superpowers" with this link and save $25 off your starter kit!

We all know the downsides of alcohol, but it is still something many decide to enjoy on occasion. Most of us also notice that especially as we get into our 40s and beyond that one glass of wine feels like way more than a glass the next day. If you choose to indulge, one dose of ZBiotics before drinking any alcohol can make you feel way less yucky the next day! Cool…but how? The yuck the day after having alcohol is due to a buildup of acetaldehyde (a byproduct of alcohol metabolism). ZBiotics is a probiotic formula that helps you break down acetaldehyde in the gut so you can have a great workout and a great day even after a drink the night before. Click here to save 15% off ZBiotics. Oh, and they do have a money back guarantee, so why not?

For more information about how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Question from the Facebook group! What is this hot new wellness hack for better energy, disease prevention and a better mood? Actually, methylene blue is not new at all but rather a very old compound and drug that is finding new uses in health and wellness. Like many things in this space it can feel like the answers to all your woes, but while helpful it may not be the answer for everyone and it's not without any concerns. I cover what methylene blue is, how it could help you and what to watch out for in this episode.

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Using a natural, fluoride free toothpaste? It may still have a variety of preservatives and harsh ingredients that can damage your teeth enamel like charcoal and baking soda. But no worries cuz NOBS toothpaste tablets may just solve all your natural dental care problems!

With nano hydorxyapatite and super gentle polishing ingredients you'll actually be remineralizing your teeth making them not only more beautiful but stronger and healthier. PLUS they come in a glass jar instead of a plastic tube and there's no sticky mess like with toothpaste because they are tablets you chew before you brush making them also great for kids and travel! I'm kinda in love. Save 15% off this toothpaste with no BS with this link!

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Encore for this amazing episode because even if you never have a sip of wine this interview is fascinating! Zack is a wealth of knowledge about the microbiome as well as how to "teach" a favorable, safe bacteria that's already in our gut how to metabolize a breakdown product of alcohol through genetic modification. It sounds like science fiction - and it sounds scary. I mean GMO right?? But it turns out how bacteria are modified is very different than modifying plants in our food source for a couple of reasons making this FDA regulated product very safe and without immune or inflammatory consequences that could come from changing the food we eat (i.e. GMO soy or hybridized wheat).

And this product is very effective! I share with Zack in the interview how skeptical I was of ZBiotic having any effect on how I felt the next day after having a glass of wine. Truth be told it was like it never happened. So I was thrilled to have Zack on the show to talk about how this product works and how they created it.

Learn more about Zach and Zbiotics here.

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We all know the downsides of alcohol, but it is still something many decide to enjoy on occasion. Most of us also notice that especially as we get into our 40s and beyond that one glass of wine feels like way more than a glass the next day. If you choose to indulge, one dose of ZBiotics before drinking any alcohol can make you feel way less yucky the next day! Cool…but how? The yuck the day after having alcohol is due to a buildup of acetaldehyde (a byproduct of alcohol metabolism). ZBiotics is a probiotic formula that helps you break down acetaldehyde in the gut so you can have a great workout and a great day even after a drink the night before. Click here to save 15% off ZBiotics. Oh, and they do have a money back guarantee, so why not?

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Feel like you need your brain back? Neurohaker's revolutionary product Qualiamind is a scientifically-balanced focus formula that helps you create the mental space for creativity by supporting the 4 most important areas of brain performance:

- Energy [Coffeeberry®, theobromine, B vitamins]

- Clarity [L-theanine, alpha-GPC, huperzia serrata]

- Memory [Bacopa, ginkgo, rhodiola rosea, celastrus]

- Productivity [Velvet bean extract, N-acetyl-L-tyrosine]

It's the only nootropic supplement made with a whole-systems approach, so it's designed to elevate every part of your mind. So you can find it easier to slip into flow and break down the barriers between you and your goals. Whether you're dealing with perimenopause brain fog or just wanted to get your mental edge back, you'll love Qualiamind! And with this discount it's too good to pass up! By visiting Qualialife.com/bettereveryday, you'll automatically get 75% off the product AND if you enter code BETTEREVERYDAY you'll get another 15% off!

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

In this encore episode I dig into the nitty gritty of the specific ways alcohol impacts your sleep, the nuances of how we metabolize alcohol and how that impacts our hormones and metabolism as well as a fresh perspective on using that glass of wine for a stress reliever.

Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!

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Using a natural, fluoride free toothpaste? It may still have a variety of preservatives and harsh ingredients that can damage your teeth enamel like charcoal and baking soda. But no worries cuz NOBS toothpaste tablets may just solve all your natural dental care problems!

With nano hydorxyapatite and super gentle polishing ingredients you'll actually be remineralizing your teeth making them not only more beautiful but stronger and healthier. PLUS they come in a glass jar instead of a plastic tube and there's no sticky mess like with toothpaste because they are tablets you chew before you brush making them also great for kids and travel! I'm kinda in love. Save 15% off this toothpaste with no BS with this link!

We all know the downsides of alcohol, but it is still something many decide to enjoy on occasion. Most of us also notice that especially as we get into our 40s and beyond that one glass of wine feels like way more than a glass the next day. If you choose to indulge, one dose of ZBiotics before drinking any alcohol can make you feel way less yucky the next day! Cool…but how? The yuck the day after having alcohol is due to a buildup of acetaldehyde (a byproduct of alcohol metabolism). ZBiotics is a probiotic formula that helps you break down acetaldehyde in the gut so you can have a great workout and a great day even after a drink the night before. Click here to save 15% off ZBiotics. Oh, and they do have a money back guarantee, so why not?

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

WHIP: walking, heavy weights, intensity and plyometrics. That's my system for the four things we need to have covered with our training program as women. This system becomes more important with every passing year - and for a variety of reasons, it can be harder and harder to do! It may be finding the time, lack of know-how or fear of injury, waning motivation or simply not understanding the benefits these four aspects give us.

I cover all of that in this episode including how to know if your weighs are "heavy enough" and a phased approach to incorporating plyometrics - and how that move in particular can really enhance our livelihood as we age. It's all about power and agility and we need that more and more yet many of us are lacking this aspect from our training. Share this episode with a woman who needs it!

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Most of us need more of it's prebiotics and antioxidants in our diet and Manuka honey from Manukora is my new fav way to sup up my protein shakes and afternoon cup of tea as it's got three times more of these compounds than regular honey! And 'tis the season for getting sick and the thick, carmel-like Manukora 850+honey also has antimicrobial compounds to help us stay healthy. Grab some of this "Honey With Superpowers" with this link and save $25 off your starter kit!

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

The delightful and brilliant Dr. Staci Whitman joins us today to talk about how we can improve the health of our teeth through both better topical ingredients as well as from the inside out with holistic functional medicine principles. While she's a specialist in pediatric dentistry, there is so much we will all take away from this interview for better oral health and stronger teeth for ourselves and our families. We talk about fluoride, toothpaste, the oral microbiome and more.

To learn more about Dr. Staci visit DoctorStaci.com.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Make 2024 your best year yet with the customizable, comprehensive plan to balance your hormones and restore your joy in my book Hangry. To help you and as a companion to the material in the book, I've put the online coaching program that accompanies the plan in Hangry on a very BIG SALE! It's $200 off and this is a one time deal that expires January 22, 2024!

Use this link with code BIRTHDAY at checkout and snag this super supportive program with weekly videos from both myself and Sarah Fragoso, a slew of printable (and beautiful) guides and all the help you need to customize the template from the book for YOUR HORMONES! Grab it now for just $97!

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Using a natural, fluoride free toothpaste? It may still have a variety of preservatives and harsh ingredients that can damage your teeth enamel like charcoal and baking soda. But no worries cuz NOBS toothpaste tablets may just solve all your natural dental care problems!

With nano hydorxyapatite and super gentle polishing ingredients you'll actually be remineralizing your teeth making them not only more beautiful but stronger and healthier. PLUS they come in a glass jar instead of a plastic tube and there's no sticky mess like with toothpaste because they are tablets you chew before you brush making them also great for kids and travel! I'm kinda in love. Save 15% off this toothpaste with no BS with this link!

One of THE BEST tools for your health is a CGM, continuous glucose monitor. It helps you effortlessly understand what foods work for you and even how stress and sleep impact your blood sugar allowing you to make changes in real time. A CGM also allows you to see your glucose variability (the difference between your highs and lows) which may be as important as how high your blood sugar runs. It's an amazing tool and Nutrisense has my favorite interface with their app and dietitian support! It's easy and straightforward and with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you can save $30 off a subscription. Click here and be well on your way to better health.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Can we all believe it's been 5 years since this book came out??? I can't! She was a labor of love and years of experience that we attempted to distill into a simple framework that didn't create more stress and overwhelm. It also had to be one that honored all of our hormones lest we follow one a bit of advice for one hormone that throws another hormone out of whack…and it had to be customizable right down to the workouts. But I think we did it! What I wanted to do in this episode is revisit those 5 Habits from the book and see how they hold up all these years later and share what I'd change if I wrote the book today.

And to boot I've put the online, coaching program that accompanies the plan in Hangry on a very BIG SALE! It's $200 off and this is a one time deal that expires January 22, 2024!

Use this link with code BIRTHDAY at checkout and snag this super supportive program with weekly videos from both myself and Sarah Fragoso, a slew of printable (and beautiful) guides and all the help you need to customize the template from the book for YOUR HORMONES! Grab it now for just $97!

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This formula is backed by over 20 years of clinical research, highest quality ingredients, no fillers or junk, undergoes rigorous quality testing, and tastes amazing with natural flavors. Save 20% on subscription deliveries and 10% on one-time purchases.

Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

It's that time again, where you're bombarded with the notion that you need to abruptly leave your old self and create something totally new. While there is a collective energy for leveling up and positive change - and you can totally harness that! - you don't have to completely abandon who you were last year. At the very least, let's give 2023 you a big hug and thank her for all she went through and learned last year. In this episode I talk about some ways for transitioning more gently into the new year and some ways to practice habits in lower stakes situations so that you can be more successful with who you're trying to be in 2024.

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One of THE BEST tools for your health is a CGM, continuous glucose monitor. It helps you effortlessly understand what foods work for you and even how stress and sleep impact your blood sugar allowing you to make changes in real time. A CGM also allows you to see your glucose variability (the difference between your highs and lows) which may be as important as how high your blood sugar runs. It's an amazing tool and Nutrisense has my favorite interface with their app and dietitian support! It's easy and straightforward and with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you can save $30 off a subscription. Click here and be well on your way to better health.

Struggle with getting those workouts in or have no idea what to do when you get there? If you need someone to not only to program your training but also to motivate you to keep showing up the solution is CoPIlot. If you think you can't afford a personal trainer that will provide you smart workouts you can do at home or a gym? The solution is CoPilot.

Work with a real, live, certified personal trainer that will help you adjust your workouts for your hormones, your busy life and your goals right from your phone. Get a free 14 days AND 20% off your first month with this link.

For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Happy New Year! In this episode I go back, way back, and share some of the journey I've been on as a functional medicine doc, part of the fitness industry and someone on social media. I also share some of my biggest mistakes and regrets both in practice with patients and as someone online sharing my personal and professional life. As well, I give you all the update on where I'm at on my journey through midlife and perimenopausal. It's a personal episode and one I've been ready to do for months and it seemed like as 2023 wrapped up was the perfect time to do it!

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One of THE BEST tools for your health is a CGM, continuous glucose monitor. It helps you effortlessly understand what foods work for you and even how stress and sleep impact your blood sugar allowing you to make changes in real time. A CGM also allows you to see your glucose variability (the difference between your highs and lows) which may be as important as how high your blood sugar runs. It's an amazing tool and Nutrisense has my favorite interface with their app and dietitian support! It's easy and straightforward and with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you can save 30% off a subscription. Click here and be well on your way to better health.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!

For more info about how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Meet your new personal trainer: CoPilot! Strength training is ALWAYS a part of the treatment plan in my office but if you aren't working with me directly it can be hard to find the right person to be your coach and trainer and let's be real, personal training is traditionally quite expensive. Maybe you've explored a program online but it feels so cookie cutter or you don't want to be on a zoom class and honestly, online training has a lot of drawbacks compared to working with someone one on one.

Until now, I didn't have a lot of great solutions - especially if you are new to lifting - which is why I was so thrilled to find the CoPilot App. First, it's not just an app because you are actually working with a real, life person and the tech that allows them to interact with you as they would in real life is kinda amazing. And it's very affordable!

I am so happy to have one of the creators of CoPilot, Matt Spettel on the show to share how and why they created this program AND my own coach/trainer, Kathryn! You'll hear from both of them about what it's like to work with the CoPilot app and coaches.

If you need someone to not only to program your training but also to motivate you to keep showing up? Or think you can't afford a personal trainer that will provide you smart workouts you can do at home or a gym? The solution is CoPilot.

Work with a real, live, certified personal trainer that will help you adjust your workouts for your hormones, your busy life and your goals right from your phone. Get a free 14 days AND 20% off your first month with this link.

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

For more info on how I can help you visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.com.

Anxiety is a complicated issue and in various episodes I've discussed how the gut plays into mood, stress and anxiety as well as different types of stress responses and stress management skills. In this episode however, I'm going to dive a bit deeper just into how cortisol plays into anxiety and fear - and it's a lot more complicated than "high cortisol makes you feel stressed and anxious". Cortisol metabolism, inflammation and the cortisol awakening response (which indicates our ability to recover from stress) all come into play and I cover that all as well as also how we assess these various aspects and which supplements and lifestyle habits will help.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

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When it comes to taking hormones, attention often goes to estrogen, progesterone and testosterone but there are two other hormones to consider: dhea and pregnenolone. These are usually thought of as "precursor hormones" that can be taken and then turned into estrogen and testosterone - and they can be. However, they both have actions and benefits of their own specifically with regards to comes to memory, mood and energy/stamina so they may have a place in your regimen. They do though convert to other hormones so testing is important and side effects can certainly arise.

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Using a natural, fluoride free toothpaste? It may still have a variety of preservatives and harsh ingredients that can damage your teeth enamel like charcoal and baking soda. But no worries cuz NOBS toothpaste tablets may just solve all your natural dental care problems!

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Unlike most health conditions for women which have multiple layers of screening and various tests to assess risks and progression, breast health is generally a yearly screening mammogram with little to no conversation about other ways we can improve the health of breast tissue and what other markers beyond a mammogram tell us our risk for breast cancer and generally the state of affairs in our breasts.

In this episode I talk about how to get a much broader view of your beast health and risk using tests for hormone balance vs. just levels of hormones, oxidative stress markers and even how your circadian timing and cortisol impact your breast health and breast cancer risk. There is so much you can do for your breast health! I hope this episode leaves you very empowered to get that info and take some lifestyle steps that make a huge difference and understand how targeted supplements can help when you know exactly what you need to shift things more favorably for your needs.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

One of THE BEST tools for your health is a CGM, continuous glucose monitor. It helps you effortlessly understand what foods work for you and even how stress and sleep impact your blood sugar allowing you to make changes in real time. A CGM also allows you to see your glucose variability (the difference between your highs and lows) which may be as important as how high your blood sugar runs. It's an amazing tool and Nutrisense has my favorite interface with their app and dietitian support! It's easy and straightforward and with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout you can save 30% off a subscription. Click here and be well on your way to better health.

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The probiotic Akkermansia is the golden child of the supplement world right now and I get asked almost daily if we should all be taking it. Marketing sounds pretty great when it comes to weight loss, aging, longevity, blood sugar - but it is too good to be true? In this episode I cover the research on akkermansia in these key areas, help you determine if you should supplement with it and what lifestyle and diet habits we can all do to boost our akkermansia without taking a capsule.

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Using a natural, fluoride free toothpaste? It may still have a variety of preservatives and harsh ingredients that can damage your teeth enamel like charcoal and baking soda. But no worries cuz NOBS toothpaste tablets may just solve all your natural dental care problems!

With nano hydorxyapatite and super gentle polishing ingredients you'll actually be remineralizing your teeth making them not only more beautiful but stronger and healthier. PLUS they come in a glass jar instead of a plastic tube and there's no sticky mess like with toothpaste because they are tablets you chew before you brush making them also great for kids and travel! I'm kinda in love. Save 15% off this toothpaste with no BS with this link!

Most of us need more of it's prebiotics and antioxidants in our diet and Manuka honey from Manukora is my new fav way to sup up my protein shakes and afternoon cup of tea as it's got three times more of these compounds than regular honey! And 'tis the season for getting sick and the thick, carmel-like Manukora 850+honey also has antimicrobial compounds to help us stay healthy. Grab some of this "Honey With Superpowers" with this link and save $25 off your starter kit!

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca a

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In this episode I have an amazing conversation with Dr. Karin Luise an expert in change and transformation. We talk a lot about becoming better after loss including after losing relationships such as a marriage. She's gone through a very public divorce and ultimately wanted to help women go through the evolution of ourselves as our identity changes from in a partnership (friendship, business partnership or marriage) to on our own. We also talk about spiritual awakenings when you've come from a religious background where things can get a little messy as you grow and expand your spiritual practices. It's a juicy one and covers a lot of ground I've not discussed in previous shows.

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

Do you know you need a little more accountability when it comes to your workouts? Someone to not only to program your training but also to motivate you to keep showing up? Think you can't afford a personal trainer that will provide you smart workouts you can do at home or a gym? Think again because I have a solution! That solution is CoPilot. Work with a real, live, certified personal trainer that will help you adjust your workouts for your hormones, your busy life and your goals right from your phone. Get a free 14 days with this link.

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It's the annual Thanksgiving episode! In this episode I talk about all the "big feelings" that can come up during this holidays that can not only derail our enjoyment but they can shed light on old hurts or disappointments that need to be healed, past traumas can get triggered and our quest for perfection with this season that can be simply too much to live up to - especially when we have to factor in all the other family members or other people that are part of our holidays. I also talk about how while we have plenty of data to support a gratitude practice being overall a very positive habit there are times when gratitude may not work well for us. When we are overwhelmed or burnt out, gratitude can instead of helping lead us to feeling guilty and have us skipping over processing important but often hard emotions. I hope this episode helps you have much happier holidays!

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Did you know that 95% of women taking a prenatal are still nutrient deficient? The founders of Needed saw this as a big problem and I couldn't agree more! But Needed quickly became a bigger solution to a bigger problem by providing more options for moms and moms to be. Women need so much support during the time from thinking about getting pregnant all the way to having little ones and so often they are left with options that don't address their needs (prenatals that have nutrients in the wrong forms or that they can't take due to nausea) or they are left with low energy, anxiety or even colds/flus while they are pregnant or nursing because there aren't natural products that are considered safe during these times. Needed solved all of these problems as well as created a community of no-guilt, education and support for new moms and moms to be. Learn more about Needed and save 20% off your first order with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by Organifi whose green juice is my absolute favorite on the market. It's certified USDA organic, contains 11 superfoods including the heavy hitters spirulina and matcha, includes 600mg of ashwaganda and is a great boost of antioxidants for better energy, less brain fog and better exercise recovery. And ladies, you're going to want to try Harmony! Their female hormone balancing blend of shatavari, maca and vitex in a delicious cacao base. Save 20% with code BETTEREVERYDAY at checkout.

This episode is also sponsored by LMNT Electrolytes! These high sodium, well balanced hydration boosters are perfect for low carb dieters, those doing keto or when employing intermittent or any type of fasting. Skip the brain fog, low energy, cravings and perform better with LMNT electrolytes. Get your FREE sample pack here!