Navigating Female Hormones, Metabolism, Sleep & More with Cynthia Thurlow

Better! with Dr. Stephanie

Cynthia Thurlow and Dr. Stephanie answer questions from both of their communities, covering topics ranging from managing hormones during breastfeeding while coping with insufficient sleep to issues concerning preconception and methods for cycle tracking.

They also dive into the best contraceptives for younger women, strategies for supporting detoxification, addressing fibrocystic breasts, navigating autoimmune conditions and fibromyalgia, and determining the intensity of workout routines.

There were also many questions about weight training, preferred pre-workouts, favourite supplements tailored for perimenopause and menopause, hormesis, and much more. Dr. Cynthia’s insights are as enlightening as ever, making this Ask Me Anything episode a must-listen for anyone on a journey toward optimal well-being.

Episode Overview:

0:00:00 Intro

0:01:15 AMA with Cynthia Thurlow: Hormones and Working Out

0:04:37 Strategies for Managing Sleep with a Breastfeeding Baby

0:10:23 Morning Routine for Moms vs. Perfect Morning Routine

0:18:59 Awareness and Observational Data for Infertility Journey

0:23:19 Choosing the Best Contraceptive for Younger Women

0:27:15 Different Types of Contraceptives and Potential Side Effects

0:30:51 Lack of Informed Consent for Contraception Options

0:36:47 Detoxification: Importance of Green Leafy Vegetables and Fiber Intake

0:40:42 Understanding Estrogen Metabolism and Liver Detoxification

0:45:59 Stimulating, Not Annihilating: Finding the Right Intensity

0:48:18 Finding the Balance Between Pushing Yourself and Overdoing It

0:52:36 Dealing with Increased Hunger During the Luteal Phase of Training

0:52:48 Listen to Your Body and Feed It During Luteal Phase

0:56:30 Experiment with Pre-Workout Meals and Coffee for Better Performance

0:59:50 Whey Protein and Creatine for Muscle Maintenance

1:03:34 Omega-3 and Other Key Supplements

1:04:32 Hormesis and Middle-Aged Women: Stress Tolerance and Benefits

1:08:22 Cold Plunge: Grit and Mental Resilience

Bio:

Cynthia is a nurse practitioner, CEO, and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 10 million views for her second TEDx talk (Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique). With over 20 years of experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show.

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Shanna Episode - https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/phthalates-bisphenols-the-future-of-human-fertility-with-dr-shanna-swan/

Felice Gersh episode - https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/bioidentical-hormones-and-hrt-with-dr-felice-gersh/

Connect with Cynthia on:

Website - https://cynthiathurlow.com

Cynthia’s Books - https://cynthiathurlow.com/book-intermittent-fasting-transformation/

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