It’s January, and you can already feel the weight of the world pressing down. The guilt of letting things slide over the holidays, the shame of not having it all figured out, and the desperation to finally make a change. And guess what? Companies and influencers have been counting on this moment.

They’ve spent months preparing to prey on your insecurities, playing on your guilt and fear to sell you the next quick fix or magic product. But here’s the truth: they don’t care about you. They care about your wallet.

That’s why today, we’re cutting through the noise. I’m leveling with you—no gimmicks, no empty promises, just honesty. In this episode of the Midlife Hormone Crisis, we’ll unpack the red flags to watch out for, from one-size-fits-all programs and unqualified coaches to extreme diets and “magic bullet” solutions. You’ll learn how to spot the tricks designed to keep you stuck and frustrated, and how to take your first real steps toward lasting change.

If you’re tired of hearing, “your labs look normal,” and want real answers, don’t miss the chance to apply for The Hormone Huddle. With personalized hormone, gut, and lab testing, this program is designed to give you clarity and a plan that actually works for you. Applications are open now, so take the first step toward the help you’ve been waiting for www.thehormonehuddle.com

If you’re ready for something different—something honest—stick with me. I’ll also be sharing details about a FREE monthly masterclass just for you. This month’s Midlife Masterclass is happening on January 15th at 7 PM Central. The topic, ‘Bye Bye Menopause Belly: Hormone Hacks for a Flatter Tummy’, will give you practical strategies to finally get unstuck!! It’s free, it’s real strategies, and it’s something you don’t want to miss. Register here https://bit.ly/byemenobelly

You deserve clarity, not confusion. Let’s tackle this together.

🎄 The holidays are here—sparkly, joyful, and… completely overwhelming. For midlife women, the season can feel like a perfect storm of stress, packed schedules, and hormone havoc. Sound familiar? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to power through it all on empty.

In this episode of Midlife Hormone Crisis, I’m sharing 5 practical hormone hacks to help you survive—and even thrive—this holiday season. From managing stress to balancing your blood sugar, these tips are simple, effective, and designed for midlife women like you.

Plus, we’ll talk about how to avoid the January quick-fix traps and start 2025 with a personalized plan for long-term health and happiness. 🎉

👉 Grab your free guide, The Holiday Hormone Trap: Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid, at https://bit.ly/hormonetrap and apply now for The Hormone Huddle to start your transformation in January.

Your health doesn’t have to wait—and neither should you. 💪

Welcome back to Midlife Hormone Crisis—Strategies to Avoid the Symptoms, Insanity, and Body Breakdown of Perimenopause. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics in midlife health: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

I’m joined again by my incredible mentors, Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps, authors of the must-read book, The Great Menopause Myth. Together, we tackle the tough questions and bust the myths that have left so many women confused and frustrated about menopause care.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Are doctors really equipped to prepare women for menopause?
• The controversy surrounding HRT—Why it’s so misunderstood and feared.
• Does HRT cause cancer? Debunking myths and addressing the impact of the WHI study.
• Hormones and disease prevention—How they support heart health, bone density, cognitive function, and more.
• Types of estrogen and dosing approaches—Why estradiol matters, the role of progesterone, and the truth about testosterone.
• Hormone pellets, rhythmic dosing, and bioidentical hormones—What you need to know.
• Sexual health and hormones—Libido, lubrication, tissue health, and more
• How to decide if HRT is right for you—The importance of personalized care and managing expectations.

We also discuss how The Hormone Huddle program equips you with the education, testing, and personalized guidance needed to make confident decisions about HRT.

✨ Black Friday Special Reminder: The Hormone Huddle is $500 off until December 3rd, but there are only 5 spots available. Apply now at thehormonehuddle.com to take control of your health today.

Whether you’re considering HRT, frustrated by the misinformation out there, or simply looking for clarity, this episode is packed with the insights you need.

💡 Don’t forget to grab Kristin and Maria’s book, The Great Menopause Myth—a must-have resource for every midlife woman.

Tune in now and share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it!

Welcome to the first episode of Midlife Hormone Crisis, because let's be honest, ‘Healthy Harmony’ sounds like a cruel joke once midlife hits!

It’s time to get real about what midlife women are truly facing.

This rebrand isn’t just a new name—It's recognizing what season you are in, it’s a commitment to you, the health-conscious, holistic-minded woman navigating the overwhelming maze of midlife changes. I know you’re busy, juggling countless responsibilities, and feeling frustrated that traditional medicine isn’t giving you the answers you desperately need. You deserve more!!

This is an episode of real talk, where we cut through the noise and get to the heart of what midlife women need to know about menopause. Joined by my mentors, Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps—renowned experts in perimenopause and menopause health—we’ll answer the pressing questions you’ve been desperate to ask.

Menopause is more than just the end of fertility; it’s a phase of life where a woman’s health spirals, impacting everything from body composition and immune function to chronic conditions like cancer, diabetes, dementia, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Yet, the treatment options many women encounter (if any) are often rooted in shoddy science and flawed conclusions, leaving you frustrated and confused.

For years, conventional wisdom has failed us, telling women that nothing needs to change at midlife and that "it's just this age" and we should just push through the discomfort—hot flashes, sleepless nights, weight gain, mood swings, joint pain, painful sex, and more—as if it will all magically resolve in a decade or two. Or maybe you just need to eat right and move more! False! Women are not getting the help they desperately need.

In Part 1 of The Great Menopause Myth, Kristin and Maria set the record straight, offering clear, evidence-based insights to help you navigate menopause with knowledge and confidence. This is the episode you don’t want to miss—because understanding menopause is a game changer for your health, your sanity and your relationships. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll dive even deeper into hormone replacement therapy options and strategies to take back control of your midlife health.

HOLIDAY ALERT - If you’re already feeling the chaos of the holidays piling on top of your midlife symptoms—exhaustion, brain fog, mood swings, weight gain—I’m here to tell you, you’re not alone!! The holiday season can make it all so much worse, and I get it.

That’s why I created The Holiday Hormone Trap: Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid. This free guide is packed with realistic tips to help you dodge the most common pitfalls that can amplify your symptoms. Do yourself a huge favor, grab this guide by clicking here... bit.ly/hormonetrap

OUR EXPERT GUESTS - Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps, co-founders of Wise and Well, are experts in perimenopause and menopause health—and my mentors on my journey to becoming a Certified Midlife Specialist. Kristin, a Board-Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, is also a former corporate attorney. Maria, a certified health coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, specializes in hormone health. With extensive training under top medical doctors and naturopaths, they bring advanced expertise in hormone replacement therapy and functional testing. They mentor and train health practitioners, are faculty lecturers for the Women’s Hormone Network, and are frequent speakers at health summits and on podcasts. Kristin and Maria are also authors of the new book, The Great Menopause Myth. Which is an absolute MUST READ for every midlife woman.

Connect with them here:

Instagram @_wise_and_well

Website https://wiseandwell.me/

Your sugar cravings are scary, your hot flashes are frightful, and your mood swings have your family terrified. When you get your period, it looks like a crime scene. All these perimenopausal symptoms have you absolutely panicked.

You’re hearing all the talk—“Is it just your hormones?” If so, how long does this horror show last?

Ready for the fear to subside and to get a snapshot of how all the body systems work together in midlife?

In this episode, we’ll dig into why it’s not just your hormones; it’s how your body’s systems work together (or don’t) in midlife. From gut health and detoxification, adrenal function to metabolism and thyroid health, these systems could be the culprit behind those scary symptoms.

Listen to this short podcast to hear the truth! And then, if you want a deeper understanding of your symptoms, grab my Symptoms and Systems Assessment for Perimenopause to help you identify what's behind those frustrating symptoms and how to address them. Download that here https://bit.ly/perihormonechecklist

AND...Drum roll please...I have an EXCITING announcement—Healthy Harmony is getting a whole new look and name! Starting November 6th, this podcast will be rebranded as Midlife Hormone Crisis, a perimenopause playbook with strategies for sanity, symptom relief, and thriving in midlife. We’re also expanding to video on YouTube so you can catch all the expert conversations face-to-face.

I see you searching for answers about these weird symptoms. I know what you are asking yourself. What the heck is happening to my body? You are having all these symptoms…the bloating, the brain fog, the exhaustion, the emotional roller coaster, your libido is non-existent. Here you are googling your symptoms and trying to figure it all out. Midlife is no joke. Well friend, step away from the google search engine. I have exactly the insight you are looking for. In this episode, I’m interviewing expert guest Marci Zavala and we are talking about Funky Symptoms and Functional Decline in today's episode of the Healthy Harmony podcast. Tune in to learn more about...

Speaking of symptoms... I have the exact tool that you need to analyze your symptoms and understand the whole-body system approach. The Symptoms and Systems Assessment for Perimenopause gives you guidance into analyzing your symptoms based on the body system that is off and provides insight how all of the body systems work together for hormone harmony! You’ve got symptoms and you need answers. And this tool also gives you some quick tips to take action immediately.

Take advantage of this free tool by heading to https://bit.ly/perihormonechecklist

Today's guest is Marci Zavala. She is a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified Midlife Hormone Specialist, and Licensed Physical Therapist with 25+ years of experience in direct medical care. When it comes to advanced testing and analysis, she has partnered with her husband Damon Zavala, D.O. FHM, an Internal Medicine physician, to provide a unique team approach to patient care. Marci is passionate about helping midlife women understand their options (including HRT), become their own health advocate, improving hormone health and thriving through this phase of life. You can learn more about her at https://marcizavala.com/

You’ve got questions, you want to know what the heck is happening in your midlife body, why are you having so many symptoms, why does it seem like nothing works and what should you do about replacing your hormones. You don’t have time to endlessly search online. Well, this midlife hormone coach has your back. On today’s podcast, I’m answering your questions. No BS, just straight talk. Tune in to hear submitted questions answered...

If you are a midlife woman who is health conscious and holistic minded and searching for hormone help, you are in the right place. Welcome to the Healthy Harmony podcast, I’m Jennifer Pickett, midlife hormone coach. I’m a deprogrammed dietitian, a Functional Medicine health coach, a certified midlife specialist and creator of The Hormone Huddle.

And I have a valuable tool for you. Symptoms and Systems Assessment for Perimenopause. You can access this by going to bit.ly/perihormonechecklist

You can find the Facebook group that I referenced in the podcast...Hormone Help for the Health Conscious Midlife Woman by clicking here https://bit.ly/FBmidlifehormonehelp

Join me next time on the podcast for Funky Symptoms and Functional Decline of Perimenopause with a special expert guest!

Belly Fat, Brain Fog, Irritability, more anxiety, fatigue, feeling wired at night. Sound familiar to you? Want to know what they have in common? These are all red flags for high cortisol and the red flags that you should not ignore. Today we are continuing the discussion on beating belly fat in perimenopause and talking cortisol and its role in belly fat accumulation.

If you missed Beat Belly Fat in Midlife Part 1 you can catch that here https://www.inspirehealthyharmony.com/07182024-episode134.html

Key insights from this episode include...

• Cortisol and the key role the nervous system and adrenal glands plays in overall health

If you know that your struggle with belly fat is so much more than just the tired old advice of "eat less and move more," then this podcast is for you!

Speaking of...I have something else helpful for you!

It’s easy to blame every single symptom on hormones, but the reality is that it can come from other dysfunction in your body systems as well…nighttime awakening can be due to inadequacy in your liver’s ability to detox, feeling foggy headed can be due to blood sugar instability and insulin resistance.

I developed an excellent tool for you! The System Dysfunction - Hormone Disruption symptom checklist helps you take a Functional Medicine approach, recognizing that various systems within your body - including gut health, detoxification, adrenal function, metabolic health, thyroid function, and hormone health - are interconnected and play a crucial role in hormonal harmony. By pinpointing symptoms associated with each system, you can gain valuable insights into areas that may need attention and support.

Download that symptom checklist here! 👉👉👉https://bit.ly/perihormonechecklist

Are you struggling with stubborn belly fat despite eating healthy and exercising? The secret might be hidden in your digestion! In this episode of the Healthy Harmony podcast, we explore how stress can shut down your digestive system, leading to belly fat and other health problems. Discover why a body in stress will not digest!

In this first part of a two-part series, we dive deep into the surprising connection between stress, digestion, and belly fat.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

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Limited time offer. I’m offering an exclusive discount on the Hormone Huddle program for one week only. If you’re ready to take control of your health and your hormones, and say goodbye to belly fat, this is your sign! Message me for the promo code or set up a discovery call to get your questions answered before you join the huddle: bit.ly/hormonehotline

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Tune in now and take the first step towards better digestion and a healthier, happier you. And don’t forget to join us for Part 2, where we’ll address cortisol belly and adrenal function.

Are you tossing and turning all night, battling insomnia, and waking up feeling exhausted and unproductive? Do you wonder if you'll ever sleep well again during perimenopause? Today, we're diving deep into the sleep struggles of midlife women with Kelly Murray, a renowned sleep coach and certified midlife specialist. She'll share expert tips that can transform your restless nights into rejuvenating sleep. Stay tuned as we explore how to address what’s holding you back from a good night’s sleep, reclaim your energy, improve your productivity, deal with hot flashes during the night and yes, finally achieve the restful nights you deserve.

In this episode, our sleep expert reveals the hidden consequences of sacrificing sleep and explains why a healthy circadian rhythm is crucial for your well-being. We'll uncover the hormonal changes during perimenopause that disrupt your sleep and discuss what really happens when you get the rest you need.

Get ready to hear practical, easy-to-implement tips for managing hot flashes and improving your sleep quality. From understanding the science behind sleep to learning actionable strategies for immediate results, this episode offers the support and solutions you need to reclaim your nights and wake up refreshed. Don't let insomnia and low energy hold you back any longer. Tune in and discover how to achieve restful, rejuvenating sleep even during perimenopause.

To learn more about our expert guest, Kelly Murray go to www.kellymurrayadultsleep.com

To access the FREE tool to help you identify the root cause of your symptoms and help address hormone imbalance. Go to https://bit.ly/perihormonechecklist for the System Dysfunction - Hormone Disruption checklist

I hope Kelly's insights and tips have inspired you to take control of your sleep and improve your well-being during perimenopause. Remember, restful nights and rejuvenating sleep are within your reach. If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with other midlife women who could benefit. Until next time, take care and sleep well!