Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+

Ep. 483 Menopause, Mood & Inflammation Insights with Dr. Aaron Hartman


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I am delighted to have Dr. Aaron Hartman, the founder of Richmond Integrative and Functional Medicine, joining me today as my very first guest in my podcast studio! 

In our conversation, we dive into the common mood issues women experience during perimenopause and menopause. We explore the immune and inflammatory impact of hormonal changes, the role of protein and key supplements, and the importance of comprehensive nutritional support in preventing chronic disease. Dr. Hartman also highlights the effects of hormone fluctuations, stress, and nutrient deficiencies, as well as the importance of gut health, hormone optimization, and personalized treatment plans in addressing chronic inflammation, trauma, and environmental factors such as mold. 

This conversation with Dr. Aaron Hartman is full of insight, wisdom, and practical guidance that every middle-aged woman deserves to hear.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

  • How societal expectations exacerbate women’s stress and mood issues

  • Dr. Hartman shares his foundational approach to hormone optimization.

  • The value of breath work for managing dysautonomia and trauma

  • Environmental mold and mycotoxins, and their impact on our health

  • The link between Lyme disease and autoimmune disorders 

  • Immune system changes menopausal women experience and the protective benefits of estrogen 

  • How protein is essential for proper immune functioning, and the benefits of supplementing with whey protein and collagen

  • Addressing inflammation to help women avoid heart disease and cancer

  • Trace minerals in bone broth and benefits to menopausal women maintaining optimal health

  • Potential impact of long-term fasting and low-calorie diets on appetite and overall health

    Bio:

    Dr. Hartman's journey with functional medicine started when he & his wife adopted their first daughter from foster care. She has cerebral palsy & countless dietary issues. They went from specialist to specialist and, even as a physician, he felt let down & confused. His daughter's health struggles forced him to confront an uncomfortable realization: Our current healthcare system doesn't have all the answers. His wife, however, refused to give up hope. She ultimately pointed him to functional medicine. His daughter & other two kids began to thrive. After years in family practice, he felt called to make a dramatic shift.

    He now helps patients identify leverage points in key areas of their lifestyle & health that harness their body's remarkable power to heal and begin living the vibrant life they deserve. He has become the go-to doctor for difficult and complex cases in central Virginia.

    As a clinical researcher, Dr. Hartman has been involved with over 70 clinical studies. He is the founder of the Virginia Research Center and currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at the VCU School of Medicine.

    In 2016, he founded Richmond Integrative and Functional Medicine.

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