117. The Link Between Hormones and Mental Health
Release Date: 07/15/2025
142. The Longevity Circus: 5 Overhyped Health Trends That Are Wasting Your Time (And What Actually Works)
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
If you’re dealing with fatigue, weight loss resistance, brain fog, low energy, gut health issues, or feeling “off” hormonally, this episode is for you. Everywhere you turn, someone is selling you a new anti-aging hack—IV drips at the gym, $50,000 longevity clinics, genetic panels, peptides, stacks of supplements. But are any of these actually proven in humans to extend your health span… or are they just very expensive hope? In this episode, I get honest about what the research really says about longevity, metabolism, hormone balance, and digestive health—and where the hype is way...
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141. You're Not Weak. How Your Gut Bacteria Are Controlling Your Cravings
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Low energy, bloating, and stubborn cravings—why does it feel like your body is constantly pulling you in the opposite direction of your goals? If you’ve ever found yourself eating when you’re not even hungry, struggling with afternoon energy crashes, or feeling like your metabolism just isn’t responding the way it used to, this episode is going to reframe everything for you. I’m walking you through the real reason cravings happen—and why this has nothing to do with discipline. Because what most women don’t realize is this: your gut health, microbiome, stress levels, and hormone...
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140. The Hidden Connection Between Your Gut, Your Bones, and Hormones
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
The Gut-Hormone Connection No One's Talking About in Perimenopause If your gut health has gone completely sideways since your late 30s or 40s — bloating, new food sensitivities, constipation — what if the real problem isn't what you're eating? As estrogen drops during perimenopause, your microbiome actually changes. Inflammation goes up, detoxification slows down, and suddenly you're dealing with brain fog, weight loss resistance, fatigue, and digestive issues that seem to come out of nowhere. Today I sat down with Cynthia Thurlow, NP and author of The Menopause Gut, and we connected some...
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139. You're Not Who You Used to Be And That's Not a Bad Thing
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
What if the reason you feel bloated, exhausted, or stuck with weight that won’t move has less to do with what you’re eating—and more to do with the way you’re talking to yourself all day long? If you’re dealing with low energy, bloating, hormone imbalance, or feeling like your metabolism just isn’t working anymore, this episode connects a piece most people miss—the link between self-judgment, stress, and your physical health. Here’s what we explore: • Why your gut health and digestion can shut down before you even take a bite • The surprising way cortisol and stress impact...
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138. Thinking About Ozempic? Here's What It Does to Your Gut (Nobody's Talking About This)
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Fatigue, hormone balance, and weight loss resistance—are you doing everything right for your gut health, metabolism, and energy… but still dealing with bloating, brain fog, and low energy? And now wondering if GLP-1 medications like Ozempic are the answer? In this episode, I break down what’s really happening beneath the surface—from gut health and digestive issues to hormones, cortisol, and the signals driving weight loss resistance. Because while these drugs can impact appetite and metabolism, there’s a bigger story involving your microbiome, muscle mass, and stress response that...
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137. Why Your Belly Won't Flatten (It's not what you think)
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
It's Not Fat, It's Fascia: Why Your Body Won't Change No Matter What You Do If you've been dealing with weight loss resistance, bloating, low energy, and chronic pain — and nothing you do seems to make a difference — what if the problem isn't your diet, your hormones, or your workout? What if it's a tissue in your body you've probably never even thought about? Fascia is the connective tissue that wraps every single cell, muscle, organ, and bone in your body. And when it gets compressed and locked down, it can block blood flow, trap toxins, shut down your metabolism, and make you look and...
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136. Waking Up at 3AM? Your Body Is Trying to Tell You Something
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Do you ever wake up around 3am with your mind racing, even though you were completely exhausted when you went to bed? For many women dealing with fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, low energy, metabolism changes, and digestive issues, this middle-of-the-night wake-up becomes a frustrating pattern. You fall asleep just fine, but somewhere between 2 and 4am your eyes suddenly open and your body feels wide awake. In this episode, I break down why this happens and how it’s often connected to cortisol spikes, blood sugar crashes, stress patterns, histamine activity, and the gut-brain...
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135. Aging Faster Than You Want? The Real Reason Might Shock You
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, and low energy are often blamed on perimenopause, stress, or getting older. But what if something in your daily routine is quietly accelerating how you feel and age? Most women focus on diet and supplements to support metabolism, gut health, and hormone balance, but rarely consider what they're putting on their skin. The average woman uses 10–12 personal care products every day, exposing herself to over 160 different chemicals. Because your skin absorbs what you apply, these ingredients can enter the bloodstream and potentially impact hormones,...
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134. Still Not Losing Weight? These 5 Metabolism Myths Are to Blame (Not Your Willpower)
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Metabolism affects everything: your energy, fat burning, cravings, sleep, stress response, and even how “resistant” weight loss can feel. If you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, low energy, bloating, or that frustrating sense that your body is working against you—this episode is for you. Have you ever wondered why you can be eating “healthy,” watching portions, and still feel stuck with weight loss resistance… especially in perimenopause? Or why stress seems to hijack your metabolism, your gut health, and your hormones all at once? Today I’m giving you a deep, practical look...
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133. Still Following Old Health Advice? The New Rules Women Need
A Little Bit Healthier | Hormone Balance, Brain Fog, Fatigue, Inflammation, Gut Health, Menopause & Weight Loss Resistance Solutions
Fatigue, hormone balance, gut health, and weight loss resistance all get a lot louder in midlife — and if you’ve ever wondered why you’re doing “all the right things” but still dealing with brain fog, low energy, IBS, bloating, or that exhausted, wired feeling, this episode is going to land in a big way. In this conversation, I’m joined by health journalist Meghan Rabbitt (who’s spent nearly 25 years interviewing top experts) to talk about the new rules women need to know to protect their health across the lifespan — especially through perimenopause, menopause, and everything...
info_outlineHormones and Mental Health: Why Perimenopause Can Rewire Your Brain
Are you struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or mood swings and wondering if it’s “just stress” or something more? Hormone changes in perimenopause and menopause don’t just affect your body—they rewire your brain and can disrupt neurotransmitters that regulate mood, sleep, and energy. This episode dives deep into how hormone balance impacts mental health and what you can do to support your mind and body during this transition.
In this episode, I unpack the surprising ways estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone influence your brain chemistry and how their decline during perimenopause can create a ripple effect on serotonin, dopamine, and GABA—the neurotransmitters responsible for happiness, focus, and calm.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
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The startling link between dropping progesterone and rising anxiety—and how this hormone acts as nature’s calming agent.
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Why estrogen is critical for serotonin and dopamine production, and what happens when levels plummet in your 40s and 50s.
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How testosterone loss affects motivation, confidence, and libido (yes, it matters for women too!).
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Practical steps to stabilize mood, improve sleep, and regain mental clarity without overhauling your entire routine.
This episode is packed with actionable strategies—from tracking your symptoms to creating a hormone-friendly sleep and nutrition plan. I also share quick nervous system resets and explain how small shifts in diet, movement, and stress management can rebalance your mood and metabolism.
Listen now to get the clarity (and strategy) you’ve been missing.
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This content is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new diet or exercise program.
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