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Ep. 66 | Beyond the Quick Fix: A Functional Approach to Hormones and Health

Release Date: 01/20/2025

Ep. 89 | The Symptoms You've Been Told to Shrug Off - And Why You Shouldn't

It's Not JUST Menopause

🎙️ Episode 89 – The Symptoms You’ve Been Told to Shrug Off—And Why You Shouldn’t Description: You’ve been told your brain fog is normal. Your anxiety is just “part of aging.” Your exhaustion? Welcome to menopause. Let’s get one thing straight: Just because something is common doesn’t mean it’s normal. In this episode, Cindi breaks down the most ignored symptoms women face in perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—and explains what they’re really telling you. We’re talking anxiety, bloating, brain fog, mood swings, and more—not from a surface-level...

Ep. 88 | The First Step to Hormone Healing Isn't What You Think

It's Not JUST Menopause

🎙️ Episode 88 | The First Step to Hormone Healing Isn’t What You Think Summary: Think fixing your hormones starts with cutting carbs or taking supplements? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason your “healthy habits” haven’t been working—and why your body keeps feeling stuck no matter how clean you eat, how many workouts you do, or how many trackers you follow. The truth? If your nervous system is stuck in survival mode, your hormones won’t—and can’t—heal. What you’ll learn: 💥 Why symptom-focused solutions don’t work in...

Ep. 87 | The Real Reset Your Body Needs Now

It's Not JUST Menopause

If you’re doing all the “right” things—eating clean, working out, cutting back on sugar—but still feeling bloated, exhausted, and stuck in a body that won’t respond… this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth no one’s telling you: Midlife requires a different kind of reset. In this episode, Cindi breaks down: Why discipline and restriction stop working during menopause How stress (even from “healthy” habits) can keep your body in survival mode The real reason your symptoms won’t budge—no matter how hard you try What it actually looks like to reset your...

Ep. 86 | Why Cortisol-Not Calories-is Keeping Your Body Stuck in Menopause Survival Mode

It's Not JUST Menopause

Why Cortisol—Not Calories—is Keeping Your Body Stuck in Menopause Survival Mode If you’ve been cutting carbs, working out harder, and doing everything “right”—but the scale still won’t budge—this episode is for you. In this no-fluff deep dive, Cindi breaks down the real reason weight gain is so common during the menopause transition: cortisol. You’ll learn: Why cortisol spikes in midlife (even when you think you’re managing stress) How hidden stressors—like overexercising or skipping meals—backfire What your body is really trying to do when it stores fat and...

Ep. 85 | Bubble Baths Won't Fix Burnout: Real Stress Solutions for Menopause

It's Not JUST Menopause

Bubble Baths Won’t Fix Burnout: Real Stress Solutions for Menopause 🔗 Episode Summary: If one more person tells you to “just relax” or “take a bubble bath,” you might scream. Because when you’re in the thick of menopause—juggling fatigue, mood swings, sleep issues, and weight changes—a bubble bath isn’t going to fix what’s really going on. In this episode of It’s Not Just Menopause, we’re cutting through the fluffy advice and getting to the root of what’s really driving your symptoms: chronic, hidden stress that’s dysregulating your hormones and wrecking...

Ep. 84 | From Freeze Mode to Full-On Burnout: How to Finally Calm the Chaos in Your Body

It's Not JUST Menopause

From Freeze Mode to Full-On Burnout: How to Finally Calm the Chaos in Your Body 🔗 Episode Summary: Feeling like you’re either frozen in place or constantly on edge—but never calm? You’re not alone. In today’s episode of It’s Not Just Menopause, I’m breaking down what’s really going on when your nervous system is stuck in survival mode—and why it matters so much in menopause. We’ll dive into the connection between nervous system dysregulation and symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, and belly fat. More importantly, I’ll walk you through how to finally calm the chaos...

Ep. 83 | The Cortisol Rollercoaster: Fatigue, Insomnia, & What No One Told You About Menopause Sleep

It's Not JUST Menopause

🎙 Ep. 83 | The Cortisol Rollercoaster: Fatigue, Insomnia & What No One Told You About Menopause Sleep Episode Summary: Are you dragging all day… but lying wide awake at night? That’s not just “getting older”—it’s the cortisol rollercoaster. In this episode, we break down why sleep struggles and extreme fatigue are so common in menopause—and why most advice totally misses the root cause. You’ll learn: How cortisol is supposed to work—and what throws it off Why estrogen changes make you more sensitive to stress The surprising ways your daily habits (like caffeine...

Ep. 82 | Is Burnout the Real Reason You’ve Lost Your Motivation?

It's Not JUST Menopause

If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or wondering where your motivation went—you’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not lazy. You’re burned out. In today’s episode of Nutrition Your Way, we’re diving into why chronic stress and cortisol overload hijack your brain, your metabolism, and your drive—and why midlife women are especially at risk. You’ll learn: How cortisol rewires your brain and drains your motivation Why burnout isn’t “just being tired” (and what it really looks like) How hormone shifts in menopause make burnout hit harder What you can actually do to...

Ep. 81 | Stress Is Making You Store Fat

It's Not JUST Menopause

You’re eating clean, tracking your food, working out—so why is the scale stuck (or going up)? The answer isn’t more restriction. It’s stress. In this episode of Nutrition Your Way, I’m breaking down the stress–metabolism loop that no one’s talking about—and why chronic stress is sabotaging your fat loss efforts even if you’re doing everything “right.” We’ll talk about: 🔄 How stress hormones like cortisol slow down your metabolism ⚠️ The hidden stressors that trigger fat storage (hint: it’s not just your job) 🧠 Why dieting harder backfires in menopause ...

Ep. 80 | Why You're Snapping, Crying, and Anxious in Menopause (And It's Not Just Hormones)

It's Not JUST Menopause

If you’ve been feeling edgy, emotional, or like you're stuck in a mood swing spiral—this episode is for you. In today’s no-BS conversation, I’m unpacking the real reason mood swings and anxiety seem to take over in midlife—and why it’s not just your hormones. We’ll dig into the sneaky role of cortisol, how chronic stress hijacks your brain chemistry, and why emotional symptoms are often the most misunderstood part of the menopause transition. You’ll learn: Why even women who’ve never had anxiety before start to struggle The connection between cortisol, estrogen, and your...

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Beyond the Quick Fix: A Functional Approach to Hormones and Health

Are you tired of doctors pushing prescriptions without looking for the root cause of your symptoms? In this episode, I share why I take a different approach as a functional nutrition practitioner and menopause specialist. Through personal stories - including my own experience with a doctor who wanted to prescribe strong blood pressure medication for stress without considering natural alternatives - I explain why comprehensive testing is crucial for understanding your body's needs.

Learn about the gold standard DUTCH test, why all nine thyroid markers matter (not just the standard two), and how bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can be part of a balanced approach to hormone health. Discover why protecting your bone and brain health with proper hormone support is essential, and how natural interventions combined with appropriate BHRT can create optimal results.

Whether you're dealing with hormone-related issues or simply want to understand your body better, this episode will show you why there's more to healthcare than quick-fix prescriptions and 15-minute doctor visits. It's time to take control of your health through proper testing, understanding root causes, and making informed decisions about your treatment options.

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