In this episode, Louise and Ariel dive deep into the world of supplements, discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly. They empower listeners with knowledge about navigating the misinformation and false advertising of the supplement market, while gaining a deeper understanding of their female body's changing needs and making informed choices to support it.

They also touch on the real-life practices of health gurus, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in wellness advice and how to avoid being mislead when looking to address root causes of perimenopause symptoms. Their conversation covers everything from managing stress, poor sleep and blood sugar to understanding the value of whole food sources of probiotics. Get ready to learn a wealth of strategies for well-being age 35 and beyond, without relying solely on pills that were never designed to address root causes in the first place.

They highlight the importance of fermented foods for gut health, emphasizing that these foods can provide more diverse probiotics than typical supplements. They also delve into the misconceptions around tart cherry juice as a remedy for sleep and how it can contribute to worsening other perimenopause symptoms, urging listeners to consider the true root causes of their symptoms. The hosts share how a back-to-basics approach drives industry-leading outcomes for active women and runners in their practice, emphasizing female-specific whole food strategies, proper sleep, holistic stress management, and exercise that matches your female 35+ physiology as foundational elements of maximizing health and fitness. They challenge the notion that complex solutions are superior and encourage listeners to embrace simplicity and female-specific science in their wellness journey.

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Episode Highlights:

(0:00) Intro

(3:30) Real-life experiences highlighting the pitfalls of excessive supplementation

(10:38) Authenticity and alignment with wellness practices among practitioners

(12:46) Challenges in media representation of wellness and supplement recommendations

(14:53) Strategies for managing stress and cortisol levels naturally

(18:50) The mind-body connection and its impact on hormonal health

(23:03) Empowering listeners with insights into blood sugar regulation and natural approaches

(28:13) The role of herbs and spices in supporting blood sugar metabolism

(29:43) Addressing probiotic misconceptions and recommending evidence-based solutions

(32:05) Discussion on the benefits of fermented foods for gut health

(34:46) Critique of the trend of tart cherry juice consumption for sleep issues

(38:53) Exploring the complexity bias in health solutions

(40:13) Announcement of upcoming training for navigating peri

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