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Gut Health, Hormones, and Mental Wellness Uncovered with Tina Anderson

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Release Date: 09/24/2024

Quick Hits: Overprescribed and Under-Warned: The Real Story of Birth Control Pills That Every Woman (and TEEN) Needs to Know!

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you'll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you'll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below Listen to the full episode here: The first birth control pill was approved in 1960 and it has provided nearly 60 years of reproductive freedom for tens of millions of women. Although birth control...

Breaking the Silence: Andrea Donsky on 103 Menopause Symptoms and Taking Control

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Known as the “Menopause Educator and Researcher” to her 340,000+ TikTok followers, Andrea Donsky is a nutritionist on a mission to change the conversation around perimenopause and menopause. An entrepreneur with 24 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, Andrea is a respected Multiple-Award-Winning Influencer, Media Personality, Speaker, Author, and soon to be Published Researcher. Andrea hosts the popular podcast ‘Menopause Reimagined,’ and appears as a Menopause Expert on television across North America. To date, Andrea has appeared in more than 500 TV...

Quick Hits: Round Table Talk on The Hottest New Diet Trends with Matty Lansdown & Marty Kendall

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you’ll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you’ll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below Listen to the full episode here Get ready for an epic conversation on the latest diet trends from the top weight loss coaches in the industry! In this episode, I am joined by my two fav Aussies Marty...

Heavy Periods in Perimenopause: Risks of Hysterectomies and Root Cause Solutions

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Let’s talk about the complex journey of navigating perimenopause, particularly the challenges of managing heavy menstrual cycles. Drawing from some of my personal experiences, I explore why common medical solutions like ablation, birth control pills, and hysterectomy may not always be the best options. We examine the consequences these treatments can have on hormone levels, gut health, and cognitive function. By shedding light on the root causes of heavy bleeding, such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, and hormonal shifts, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of all available options...

Quick Hits: Hypothyroidism, a New Look At What Causes It and How to Reverse It With Dr. Eric Balcavage

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Welcome to Quick Hits: Blasts from The Past. Join Karen as she explores her podcast archives, offering you short, impactful excerpts from standout episodes. In just 15 minutes, you’ll experience the essence of past conversations, packed with valuable insights and memorable moments from our guests. If you want to dive deeper, you’ll find links to the full episodes in the show notes below In this episode, Dr. Eric Balcavage and I discuss the root causes of hypothyroidism. What is cellular hypothyroidism and how do we treat it? Why the conventional and the functional world may be looking at...

Lard Up: The Vaginal Moisturizer and Skincare Secret You Didn't Know You Needed with Charles Mayfield

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Charles Mayfield is a best-selling author, father and the founder of Mayfield Pastures & Farrow Skincare. His unique experiences in the regenerative farming, fitness and culinary world provided the backdrop to launch Farrow in 2022. He is on a crusade to educate consumers about their largest organ and expose just how toxic and ineffective most modern skincare products are for our bodies and brains. We embark on a journey into the world of paleo skincare with Charles today, unveiling the power of traditional fats like tallow and lard in creating effective, natural skincare...

Quick Hits: Finding Light in the Darkness: A Story of Transformation and Hope with Rob Mack

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

In this episode, we’re diving into an incredibly profound and deeply personal journey with Robert Mack, an Ivy League-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, and author. UPenn is the only institution in the world offering a Master's degree in Applied Positive Psychology, and Robert is one of the leading voices in understanding the connection between happiness and success. But what makes Robert’s story extraordinary is his journey from despair to hope, from contemplating ending his life to becoming a beacon of positivity and resilience. Robert shares his raw and...

The Estrogen Solution: Ditch Belly Fat, Balance Blood Sugar, and Protect Your Heart

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Today’s episode has me talking all about the critical role of estrogen in managing menopausal health and metabolism. We unravel common misconceptions, such as the idea that progesterone deficiency is the primary cause of menopausal symptoms, and discuss estradiol's influence on the thermoneutral zone. By maintaining estrogen levels within the "Goldilocks zone," we explore its impact on metabolic health, insulin resistance, and inflammation. Additionally, I explain estradiol's interaction with serotonin and dopamine, which affects mood and appetite regulation. I also emphasize the importance...

Quick Hits: How to Drop the Last or The Only 10 pounds You Want to Lose

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Whether you have lost a good amount of weight but have that last 10 pounds to go or if you only have 5-10 pounds to lose this is the podcast for you! The last or only 10 pounds is always the toughest to get rid of. In this episode, I reveal my top secrets for dropping that last or only 10 pounds you are struggling to lose. Listen to the full episode Try Hormone Balance by Essentially Whole at and use code KAREN10 at checkout for 10% off a one time purchase OR 20% for life with Subscribe and Save. Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health?...

The Secrets to Transforming Your Midlife Metabolic Health with Mariza Snyder

The Hormone Solution Podcast with Karen Martel

Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional doctor, perimenopause and menopause expert, and the author of eight incredible books, including her most recent, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution. Her #1 National Bestselling book, The Essential Oils Hormone Solution, has helped women everywhere optimize their health, and her podcast, The Energized Podcast, has over 12 million downloads—empowering women to take control of their health. During this conversation with Dr. Mariza, we learn about the multifaceted hormonal changes women face in midlife. She shares both professional insights and...

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Today we’re talking all about the link between gut health and mental wellness for women navigating midlife challenges like perimenopause and menopause. I’m joined by Tina Anderson, CEO and co-founder of Just Thrive. Tina shares her journey from a high-stress career to discovering the profound impact of the gut microbiome on her own hormonal balance and mental state. We discuss innovative spore-based probiotics that survive the gastric environment and significantly alter gut flora, offering promising benefits for conditions such as stress, anxiety, autoimmune diseases, and chronic inflammation. We also give advice on diet, lifestyle changes, and the potential of probiotics to revolutionize mental wellness and hormone balance.

In this episode:

Why hormonal changes during midlife disrupt the gut microbiome and impact mental state.
An introduction to innovative probiotics and prebiotics designed to support gut health.
The science behind Bacillus spores and their ability to survive the harsh gastric environment.
How spore-based probiotics can significantly alter gut flora for better health.
Why a healthy microbiome effectively manages autoimmune diseases and mental health issues.
The relationship between gut health and brain function, including neurotransmitter production and inflammation.
Details on a study from the University of North Texas revealing leaky gut prevalence in healthy individuals.
How spore-based probiotics can help tackle health challenges like asthma, allergies, and chronic diseases.
Differences between spore-based probiotics and traditional probiotics in surviving the gastric system.
How the role of gut health in processing hormones impacts mental health.
Just Thrive’s flagship product with Bacillus strains aiding gut health and mental wellness.
Bifidobacterium longum 1714's role in reducing stress perception and balancing cortisol levels.
How to improve gut health, reduce reliance on SSRIs, and manage stress.
What connection exists between prebiotics, probiotics, and overall wellness.
Testimonials highlighting the transformative effects of gut health on energy levels.

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