Quick Hits: Weight Loss, Hormones & Fitness a Round Table Talk with Dana Lawson & Pam Sherman
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Release Date: 01/07/2025
We’ve Used GLP-1s for 3 Years: What Worked, What Backfired, and What Women Need to Know
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Three years ago, GLP-1 peptides were barely being talked about in the midlife women’s health space. Since then, Jessica and I have personally used them, experimented with different approaches, and helped over a thousand women inside our peptide program navigate what works, what backfires, and what women in perimenopause and menopause need to know before jumping in. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on our own GLP-1 journeys, including my rough start with Ozempic, why Tirzepatide worked better for me, Jessica’s experience with Semaglutide and fatigue, and why Retatrutide is...
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The Real Reason Your Menopause Belly Shows Up Even When You’re Doing Everything Right with Siobhan Mitchell
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Join our FREE upcoming masterclass: Why Midlife Weight Gain Won’t Budge A smarter way to use GLP-1s in midlife without wrecking muscle or metabolism When: April 30th 11 am PST Register here: There comes a point for so many women in their late 30s and 40s when they look in the mirror, or down at their belly, and think, what is happening to my body? You’re still eating well. You’re still exercising. You’re still trying to do all the “right” things. And yet your body suddenly feels like it is playing by a completely different set of rules. In this episode, I sit down with Dr....
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Part 2: What Midlife Women Need to Know About Testosterone & Steroids with Victoria Felkar
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
In this second of two parts, I sit down with Victoria Felkar again to unpack the complicated, often glamorized world of androgens, testosterone therapy, and anabolic steroids for women. Are these hormones empowering tools—or ticking time bombs? How do you know the difference? We dive into what’s really happening beneath the surface when women start layering in testosterone or other androgens, especially without a solid hormonal foundation in place. Have you ever wondered why some women feel amazing on testosterone, while others spiral into acne, hair loss, mood swings, or worse? What role...
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Quick Hits: Cracking the Genetic Code: Unlocking the Link Between Genetics, Hormones, Detox, Diets, Mood, and More
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Welcome to Quick Hits — where we bring you the most impactful moments from past episodes in under 15 minutes. Today’s clip comes from one of our most replayed conversations. If you want the full episode, check the link in the description below. Have you ever wondered what your DNA says about your diet and hormones? Well in today's episode we are going to explore the connection between genetics and popular diets like keto, vegan, and low carb. Additionally, we'll explore how DNA reports can help us better understand our hormones and their impact on our health. Kashif Khan the Chief...
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Part 1: Women Have Been Lied To About Testosterone with Victoria Felkar
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Victoria Felkar, and we go where most conversations in women’s health simply don’t: anabolic steroids. Why has this topic been so misunderstood—and even feared—by women, especially in midlife? Are we lumping very different hormones into one “scary” category without truly understanding them? Victoria shares her own jaw-dropping health story—one that led to sky-high androgens, medical confusion, and even accusations of steroid use. How did a teenage experience with birth control, stress, and recovery from an eating disorder spiral...
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Quick Hits: The Hidden Role of Melatonin in Hormones, Aging, and Sleep with Deanna Minich
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Welcome to Quick Hits — where we bring you the most impactful moments from past episodes in under 15 minutes. Today’s clip comes from one of our most replayed conversations. If you want the full episode, check the link in the description below. Listen to the full peptide here: Dr. Deanna Minich, is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, with a Masters of Science degree in Human Nutrition , and a Doctorate in Medical Sciences. She is an international lecturer, educator, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary...
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The Menopause Metabolic Storm: Why Estrogen Loss Makes Weight Gain So Hard to Escape
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Are you ready for a true masterclass? In this solo episode, I’m diving deep into estrogen and metabolic health—and trust me, this one challenged even me. Is estrogen really making you gain weight, or is the real problem what happens when it drops? If you’ve hit your 40s or 50s and suddenly nothing works anymore, you need to hear this. Why does belly fat seem to appear overnight in perimenopause? Why does your energy tank, your cravings skyrocket, and your mood feel completely hijacked? I unpack the science behind estradiol and how it impacts insulin, cortisol, thyroid, muscle,...
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Quick Hits: From Breast Cancer to Bone Health: The Uncharted Territory of HRT & Chronic Diseases in Menopause with Dr. Elizabeth Yurth
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Listen to the full peptide here: Download on Apple and on your favorite podcast platform. Welcome to Quick Hits — where we bring you the most impactful moments from past episodes in under 15 minutes. Today’s clip comes from one of our most replayed conversations. Today we're talking about the crucial world of women's hormonal health with Dr. Elizabeth Yurth from the Boulder Longevity Institute. We discuss how hormonal imbalances impact everything from chronic disease to daily vitality. We also demystify hormone replacement therapy, emphasizing its importance beyond just reproductive...
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The Mental Health Crisis No One Is Linking to Hormones with Dr. Louise Newson
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Why are so many of us blindsided by anxiety, depression, rage, or even suicidal thoughts in midlife? And why are hormones so often left out of the conversation? I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Louise Newson, a UK-based GP and menopause specialist, to talk about something far too many women experience in silence—mental health struggles during perimenopause and menopause. We dive deep into what’s really happening in the brain when estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone start to fluctuate or decline. Could your low mood, brain fog, loss of confidence, or even a new ADHD diagnosis be...
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Copper Peptides & Exosomes: The Skin Regeneration Breakthrough for Women Over 40
The Hormone Solution | Menopause, Perimenopause, & Women's Midlife Health
Have you looked in the mirror lately and wondered, when did my skin change like this? In this episode, I’m joined by Debbi Barber (founder of Vitali Regenerative Skincare) and Dr. Jordan Plews (a stem cell scientist and co-founder of Xytogen Biotech) to unpack what’s really happening to our skin in midlife—and what we can actually do about it. Is it just aging… or is there something deeper going on at the cellular level? We dive into copper peptides (GHK-Cu) and exosomes—what they are, where they come from, and why they might be the future of regenerative skincare. Can you really...
info_outlineWelcome 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 part one of this round table talk we discuss why New Year resolutions don't work and what to do instead.
- The pro's and con's of calorie counting.
- Should you count your steps and does it help us to lose weight?
- Best exercise for women as we age.
- Why you must deal with past traumas in order to lose weight and have optimal health.
- The one macro that will make the biggest difference in your attempts to lose weight.
- Plus, hear about our own personal experiences with healing and weight loss.
Join me for an amazing eye opening conversation with menopause expert Dana Lawson and fitness guru Pam Sherman.
In part two of this round table talk we answer our listeners and followers question on weight loss, hormones and fitness.
- Do hormones such as the estrogen patch and oral progesterone need to be taken forever? I'm 51 and post menopausal.
- What is the best exercise regimen to follow as you enter the menopause phase of life, while starting hormone therapy and trying to lose weight - at the same time? My diet is under control for the most part.
- Should you heal the gut first or balance hormones.
- How do you feel about testosterone replacement during peri and post menopause when free to is non existent. Plus what are some natural ways to help boost testosterone before replacement?
- How can you tell when your body is metabolically recovered from over dieting? Also, how can you tell if you are clearing inflammation from exercise (i.e., what markers can/should indicate recovery besides fatigue or muscle soreness)?
- Best approaches when you have hypothyroidism and possibly adrenal issues.
- How do you assess when to start bioidentical estrogen?
- What issues contribute to chronic pain?
- What do you do when you take the recommendations from your naturopath (et al), take the recommended supplements, eat clean, exercise regularly and you can't lose the weight? So frustrated!
- Do flowering plant essential oils provide the same benefits as BHRT? (such as bone and cardiovascular health, breast and brain protection?) Can essential oils and BHRT be used together?
- Is it okay to combine estrogen and testosterone together in a compounded cream?
- Do hormones such as the estrogen patch and oral progesterone need to be taken forever? I'm 51 and post menopausal.
Dana is a menopause coach on a mission to help you get off of the emotional rollercoaster, balance your hormones, and connect with your body in a way that you have not experienced before. My programs provide the tools, resources, and support you need to become symptom-free. Register for Dana's free gift "How To Tame The Menopause Dragon" workshop. Align + Shine Health Coaching.
Pam has been a coach for 24+ years, starting as a group exercise instructor and personal trainer. After struggling with her own weight Pam started strength training in 2014 and has never looked back.
Listen to the full episode here.
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Your host:
Karen Martel
Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert