Explore why perimenopause is arriving earlier, the links between hormones, oxidative stress, mood, brain fog, sleep, and the HPA axis. Learn about DUTCH testing, estrogen/progesterone balance, inflammation, insulin/thyroid shifts, lifestyle fixes, HRT myths, and practical ways to thrive—it’s never too late.

00:00 "Understanding Hormones: Perimenopause, Testing, and Mental Health" with Benita Perch01:18 Perimenopause Shifting Earlier03:50 Oxidative Stress and Cycle Changes07:41 Hormone Testing and DUTCH11:25 Estrogen Mood and Brain Fog14:56 Progesterone Calm and Sleep17:38 HPA Axis Stress Connection19:46 Wellness Culture and Screen Stress23:35 Alcohol Risk and HRT Myths25:07 It’s Never Too Late to Improve29:09 Get Support Not Silence30:05 Hormone Cascades Inflammation30:50 Insulin Thyroid Weight Shift34:45 Whole Person Lifestyle Fixes37:20 Mood Symptoms History Testing39:28 Midlife Purpose Relationships41:53 Histamine Hives Gut Mold43:57 Case Studies Real Results50:15 Testing Checklist Summary51:40 You Can Thrive Closing

Awareness in Transition: Recognizing Perimenopause Signs and Testing with Dr. Monica Xu00:00 Introducing Dr. Monica Xu01:03 Perimenopause Case Study06:21 Hives and Hormone Links08:26 Treatment Beyond Hormones11:40 Reading Perimenopause Labs16:57 Early Stage Symptoms23:31 Middle Stage Hot Flashes26:58 HRT Options and Safety29:11 Postmenopause Health Risks31:14 Brain Fog and Mood Shifts32:25 Treatment Options Beyond HRT33:16 Functional Labs and HPA Axis34:28 Estrogen Metabolism and DUTCH38:47 Exercise for Midlife Energy40:44 Sleep Growth Hormone and Recovery42:16 Autoimmune and Heart Health Links46:52 Prepping in Your 20s and 30s52:09 PMS vs Perimenopause Timing

It's a cascade of structure, tissues, muscles, function, that our body thrives on. Damien explains how structure and fluid flow, can determine function of the hormones that impact perimenopause, menopause and fertility. In fact hormones can also impact our muscles and more.

We talk about healing trauma that comes from daily stress, environmental toxins, and emotions. Angie discusses how we inherit ancestral trauma and how our body learns to store and continuously respond to this trauma. She explains the science behind body talk and how alpha brain waves and muscle responses help identify critical trauma. She shares techniques that body talk uses to heal. She explains how critical healing this is especially for women's health as we go through so many stages of hormonal needs in our life and at how each stage our body navigates stress. It is an inspiring conversation that debunks the myth and mysticism behind mind body medicine.

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00:00 Welcome to Thrive Tribe Podcast

01:22 Introduction to Angie Tourani and Body Talk

04:20 The Alpha brain wave state for mind-body connection healing

08:01 The impact of stress on the body's innate wisdom and cellular communication networks

17:12 Inherited Trauma and Epigenetics

21:06 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents

23:20 Epigenetics and Lifestyle Choices

28:35 Fertility and  Balancing Yin and Yang in our work lives 30:20 Case Study: CEO's Journey Through IVF and Body Talk 31:11 The Role of Stress in Hormonal Imbalance

32:19 Understanding Body Talk: Techniques and Tools

34:51 Case Study: Navigating Emotional Trauma with Body Talk

37:03 The Science Behind Body Talk and Energy Medicine 45:16 Distance Healing and Overcoming Skepticism

50:39 The Role of Belief Systems in Health

51:53 The Importance of Self-Care in Healing

52:51 How to Identify Emotional Trauma

53:59 The Connection Between Physical Symptoms and Emotional Trauma

Just because it's normal doesn't mean it's healthy! Cycle syncing, PMS, autoimmune and gut-led infertility, postpartum, and perimenopause with Dr. Ardyce Yik.00:00 Thrive Tribe Podcast Intro01:19 Dr. Ardyce Yik Introduction 02:34 Understanding Naturopathic Medicine04:06 Holistic Approach to Treatment09:01 Women's Health and Hormonal Balance15:32 Cycle Syncing and Menstrual Phases20:42 Cytokines and Autoimmune Markers as Fertility Issues21:55 Key Biological Functions for Fertility25:19 The Role of Gut Health in Fertility25:58 Maintaining Health During Pregnancy28:07 Navigating Postpartum Challenges30:20 Impact of Age on Fertility and Pregnancy32:59 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause35:54 Thriving in Menopause and Beyond39:17 Success Stories and Patient Experiences40:54 Final Advice and Encouragement

Join us in conversation with Cecilia The on Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fertility, and Women's Health. She is a truly compassionate and inspirational healer that has enabled many women to live more in-sync with their bodies and minds to achieve their health goals and even get pregnant when hope was lost!00:00 Thrive Tribe Podcast Intro01:20 Introduction to the Vitality Clinic01:38 Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine04:05 Holistic Health and Lifestyle Factors07:07 Nature, Mind, and Genetics: TCM diagnostic tools10:55 TCM Practitioner Education and Types of Specialities17:55 Women's Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine24:00 Fertility Struggles and TCM's approach to healing 26:50 Integrating TCM with Western Medicine Fertility: IUI, IVF and other interventions31:09 Memorable Case: Simple Changes can fix a “cold uterus”33:10 Memorable Case: Premature Ovarian Failure and Pregnancy35:23 Advice for Women on Their Fertility Journey

Don't settle for the pain during pregnancy and postpartum! Learn how osteopathy can help with both chronic and acute pain with Ines De Beer.

00:00 Welcome to the Thrive Tribe Podcast

01:18 Introducing Ines DeBeer: Hong Kong's First Osteopath

01:50 The Story Behind 'The Round Clinic'

03:08 Understanding Osteopathy: Education and Techniques

06:30 Cranial Osteopathy Explained

13:09 Osteopathy for Pregnancy and Beyond

17:11 Understanding Pelvic Mobility

17:42 Addressing Acid Reflux During Pregnancy

19:55 The Importance of Staying Mobile During Pregnancy

20:25 Postpartum Care and Rehabilitation

22:38 Balancing Work and Postpartum Life

26:08 Memorable Osteopathy Success Stories and Final Advice