In this episode of The Dr. Lo Show, we're diving deep into the realities of perimenopause and menopause with two powerhouse experts—Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps. Known for their no-nonsense approach, these women are on a mission to educate and empower women about their hormonal health, cutting through the confusion and misinformation surrounding midlife wellness.

Kristin and Maria share insights from their book, The Great Menopause Myth, and discuss everything from the importance of early intervention in hormone health to why nutrition, strength training, and stress management play a critical role in overall well-being. If you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, or just want to understand how to optimize your health as you age, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways!

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why perimenopause education is crucial for women in their 30s and 40s ✅ The biggest myths and misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) ✅ How physiological restoration mimics the body's natural hormone cycles ✅ The risks of overusing testosterone pellets and injectables ✅ Why strength training is a game-changer for longevity and independence ✅ How nutrition and stress management impact hormonal balance

Action Steps:

📚 Read The Great Menopause Myth by Kristin Johnson & Maria Claps—leave a review! 🧘‍♀️ Explore hormone health strategies and retreats with Wise & Well 🏋️‍♀️ Prioritize strength training and functional fitness in your routine

Meet Our Guests:

🔹 Kristin Johnson – Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and former corporate attorney. 🔹 Maria Claps – Certified Health Coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and hormone health educator.

Connect with Maria & Kristin:

Maria Claps at Nutritious Life : https://nutritiouslife.com/authors/maria-claps/

Follow Maria Claps on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopausewithmaria/

Kristin Johnson at Her.IQ: https://heriq.co/

Follow Kristin Johnson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DM-q9GQJc2z/

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