In this episode, Cindy Dupuie, a functional medicine nutritionist, shares her personal journey through hormonal health, the impact of menopause, and practical insights on hormone therapy and lab testing. Perfect for women seeking to understand their hormonal changes and optimize their health.

Guest: Cindy Dupuie, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and founder of A Living Balance

Resources:

⁠A Living Balance: ⁠Get help reading your bloodwork and understanding your hormones w/ Cindy Dupuie

Website - https://www.livingbalance.com/

⁠Cindy's Instagram⁠: @cindy_dupuie

⁠My Wellness Rewired Lab⁠⁠

⁠⁠My Wellness Rewired Shop/Freebies⁠⁠

⁠⁠Hormone Therapy Resources ⁠⁠

Blood work: ⁠⁠Function Health⁠⁠ (Dr. Mark Hyman)

Key Topics:

• Cindy's personal healing crisis and journey into functional medicine

• The impact of stress and weight loss on menopause

• Root causes of hormonal imbalance and how to address them

• Importance of thorough blood testing during menopause

• The influence of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone on health

• Misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

• The significance of cholesterol and lipid profiles in hormonal health

• The importance of personalized treatment plans and lab interpretation

• The role of lifestyle, diet, and supplements in hormonal balance

• Empowering women to advocate for their health

Chapters:

00:00 The Importance of Blood Work and Self-Advocacy

23:04 Cholesterol, Inflammation, and Medication Concerns

24:10 The Importance of Sleep and Hormones

28:38 Cholesterol and Hormonal Changes

32:33 Individuality in Hormonal Health

34:10 The Role of Testosterone in Women's Health

38:27 Digestive Health and Hormones

42:11 Conclusion and Resources for Further Learning

45:37 The Importance of Collaboration in Health Journeys

46:16 Bloopers