Perimenopause Unmasked with Bria Gadd, the Period Whisperer: Rational Wellness Podcast 452
Release Date: 03/05/2026
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Perimenopause Unmasked with Bria Gadd, the Period Whisperer and host Dr. Ben Weitz.
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Podcast Highlights
Bria Gadd is the Period Whisperer, who is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause. Bria is the host of The Period Whisperer Podcast, a top 1% global wellness show and her website is BriathePeriodWhisperer.com.
Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure. Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.