Muscle Science for Women

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Ep 47: Optimizing hormonal health throughout your life with menopause expert Esther Blum 0

Nov 21, 2023

Today Ashleigh dives into your most frequently asked hormone questions with Esther Blum, an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause Expert. In the past 27 years she has helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones and self-advocacy. Esther is the bestselling author of See ya later, Ovulator and Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat, among others. Learn more about Esther here: estherblum.com

They discuss topics including:

● How can women go through menopause like a rock star?

● What are the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause?

● What tests do women need to have done to know their hormonal baseline?

● Are supplements necessary? What ones actually work?

● What are the best types of hormone replacement therapy?

● Why do MDs often dismiss HRT?

● Is HRT safe for long-term use?

● What are the best exercises menopausal women can do to feel energized and happy?

All that and more! If you have any feedback, questions, or other topics ideas send them to musclescience4women@gmail.com.

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Ep 46: Ranting about lazy journalism | mainstream nutritionists | Instant gratification 0

Nov 14, 2023

In this episode Ashleigh and Rachel catch up on their lives, answer listener questions, and get pretty fired up over:

Lazy journalism around diet and nutrition
Major misconceptions about "super foods" and ideal diets that mainstream nutritionists are still teaching
The biggest challenges they see in their coaching practices that hamper client progress
Why instant gratification is the enemy of success

All that and more! Email your questions, feedback, or topic ideas to musclescience4women@gmail.com.

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