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Welcome to Hello Hormones with me, Dr. Carrie Jones! A podcast where we explore how to make friends with our hormones so we can survive—and thrive—through our 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond! I'm Dr. Carrie Jones—a holistic functional medicine doctor, hormone nerd, and women's health advocate who's spent over 20 years helping women understand their bodies and navigate all the twists and turns of hormone changes. I've seen it all—from the frustrating weight gain and brain fog to the mood swings, low libido, crazy periods, and sleep that just won't cooperate. Whether you're pre-, peri-, or postmenopausal—or just a woman dealing with the chaos of hormonal imbalances—you're in the right place. Because understanding your hormones doesn't have to feel like herding cats—and your mood swings, fatigue, or weird symptoms? They're not just "in your head." So let's decode the science, ditch the confusion, and help you feel like yourself again. You bring the symptoms, I'll bring the science—and let's get you the solutions together.
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- 4 days ago1h 2m
90: How Sprint Intervals Support Metabolism, Blood Sugar & Midlife Fatigue
Women in midlife are told to lift heavy, skip cardio, avoid HIIT because of cortisol, and then start sprint training, often all in the same month. Meanwhile, lack of time is the top reason people give for not exercising, even though cardiovascular fitness is one of the strongest predictors of a longer, healthier life. In this episode of Hello Hormones with Ulrich Dempfle, we talk about why VO2 max matters so much for longevity and how reduced exertion HIIT (REHIT) can improve it in about five minutes, two to three times a week. We also chat about how 20-second sprints signal your body to build more mitochondria, what this kind of training can do for blood sugar and metabolic health, and where strength training and zone 2 fit into a busy week. Ulrich Dempfle is the CEO and co-founder of CAROL, where he leads product development across data science, software, and hardware. A mechanical engineer by training, he developed the world's only Reduced Exertion HIIT (REHIT) bike alongside leading exercise researchers. If you have been putting off exercise because you cannot find the time, this episode will change how you think about what a workout needs to be. What's Discussed: The conflicting exercise advice midlife women keep hearing. Why only 5% of American adults get enough exercise. REHIT vs. traditional HIIT. Why VO2 max is the strongest predictor of life expectancy. Everyday signs your cardio fitness is slipping. How to test your VO2 max. Where zone 2 fits in a busy week. Why two 20-second sprints are enough. How sprints signal your body to build more mitochondria. Estrogen, mitochondria, and midlife fatigue. What the research shows for blood sugar, blood pressure, and metabolic risk. How many REHIT workouts a week you actually need. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Find more about the CAROL Bike: Website: carolbike.com/pages/d
- 1 weeks ago19 min
89: 3 Things I've Changed My Mind About as a Hormone Doctor
Hormone therapy advice can sound strangely absolute, with one "safe" route, one "right" dose, and a list of options you have been told to avoid entirely. But research changes, medicine changes, and after 21 years as a hormone doctor (and now living in perimenopause myself), I do not see things the same way I did when I started. In this solo episode of Hello Hormones, I am sharing three things I have changed my mind about: oral estrogen, hormone pellets, and how much say women should have in adjusting their own hormone dose. I also talk about what shifted my thinking, why monitoring matters so much, and the one opinion I would happily change if better research came out. If you have ever been told there is only one acceptable way to do hormone therapy, or felt like you were not allowed to trust what your body was telling you, this episode will give you a more realistic picture of your options. The best hormone plan is the one built around you, with the right monitoring in place. What's Discussed: How hormone therapy research has shifted since the WHI. Why being in perimenopause myself has changed my perspective. Why oral estradiol is not the devil. The real risks of oral estradiol, including blood clots and stroke. How oral estrogen finally stopped one woman's nonstop hot flashes and night sweats. Why transdermal estrogen should not be the only option on the table. Why I used to be so skeptical of hormone pellets. What changed my mind about pellets. Why I stopped micromanaging my patients' hormone doses. Adjusting vaginal estrogen frequency as your periods spread out. Why the estrogen patch is harder to adjust than other options. The one opinion I would change with better research: topical progesterone. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Thank You to Our Sponsor: OmneDiem: To give your body the histamine support it's been missing, head to omnediem.com/coupon/drjones & explore their full range of products, and use code DRJONES for 25% off. Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones P
- 1 weeks ago1h 2m
88: Dr. Suzanne Gilberg: Herbs, HRT, or Both? A Smarter Way to Treat Perimenopause Symptoms
Perimenopause can bring a lot of questions about what to try, what to test, and whether hormone therapy is the only option. With herbs, supplements, labs, and HRT all in the conversation, figuring out what actually fits your body can get confusing fast. In this episode of Hello Hormones with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg. We talk about where botanicals may fit during perimenopause, which labs and health markers can give you a clearer picture of what is going on, and why hormone therapy should be individualized rather than approached with a one-size-fits-all protocol. Dr. Suzanne Gilberg is an OB-GYN with more than 25 years of experience combining conventional women's healthcare with botanical and integrative medicine. If you've wondered how hormones, herbs, and personalized care can work together, this episode will give you a much clearer place to start. What's Discussed: Botanicals vs. hormone therapy in perimenopause. Chasteberry for PMS, mood, and progesterone support. Black cohosh, phytoestrogens, and hot flashes. Why supplement quality and sourcing matter. What herbs can and cannot do for long-term health. Using herbs alongside hormones for sleep and mood. The labs Dr. Suzanne checks in perimenopause. Why hormone testing does not tell the whole story. (421:2) Why body composition matters more than scale weight. How she individualizes estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapy. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Find more from Dr. Suzanne Gilberg: Website: suzannegilbergmd.com Instagram: @askdrsuzanne Facebook: Dr.Suzanne Gilberg LinkedIn: Suzanne Gilberg, MD Disclaimer: Information provided on this channel is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended
- 2 weeks ago1h 2m
87: Fiona Lovely: The Perimenopause Symptoms Women Are Still Being Told to Ignore
Shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, hip pain, and plantar fasciitis can all show up during perimenopause, even when there was no obvious injury. And because these symptoms are rarely connected back to hormones, many women assume they are simply getting older or doing something wrong. We dive deeper into this in Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones with Dr. Fiona Lovely. We also chat about brain fog, memory changes, sleep apnea, blood sugar, HRT, and why "I don't feel like myself anymore" can be part of the perimenopause transition. Dr. Fiona Lovely is a chiropractor, menopause educator, and host of Not Your Mother's Menopause. She has more than 20 years of clinical experience and is the creator of a menopause doula certification program. What's Discussed: Why more women are recognizing perimenopause symptoms earlier and how younger women are starting to prepare before symptoms become disruptive. What the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause is and why joint, tendon, and muscle problems may become more common as estrogen declines. Why frozen shoulder can be an early sign of perimenopause, especially when shoulder pain appears without an obvious injury or trauma. How plantar fasciitis, unexplained hip pain, and glute pain may be connected to hormonal changes rather than simply aging or overuse. Why the conversation around HRT extends beyond hot flashes and includes brain, bone, and cardiovascular health. Why you can still be experiencing perimenopause even if you rarely or never have hot flashes or night sweats. What happens to the brain as estrogen changes, including shifts in blood flow, connectivity, metabolism, and areas involved in memory. Why brain fog, forgetting names, and losing your train of thought do not automatically mean you are developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Why "I don't feel like myself anymore," emotional flatness, and losing interest in things you once enjoyed can show up during the menopause transition. How blood sugar changes and sleep apnea may affect brain health in perimenopause, and why sleep apnea in women can be easier to miss than expected. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones<
- 3 weeks ago17 min
86: Perimenopause and the Health Clues I Wish I Tracked Sooner
There are a lot of health numbers you could track, but more data does not automatically mean more clarity. In perimenopause especially, the useful part is figuring out which patterns actually help you understand why your sleep, hormones, energy, or blood sugar may suddenly feel different. In this solo episode of Hello Hormones, I am sharing the health metrics I personally pay attention to and what they have taught me about my own body. I talk about sleep and early-morning waking, hormone patterns throughout the month, glucose and insulin, and a lot more about how I use tracking without letting the numbers take over my life. I also break down how I use tools like sleep data, hormone testing, glucose monitoring, and a very low-tech workout calendar to spot patterns and make small adjustments. If you have ever wondered which health numbers are actually worth paying attention to, this episode will help you simplify the noise and focus on what gives you useful feedback. What's Discussed: Sleep tracking and staying asleep during perimenopause. Alcohol, late meals, travel, and their impact on sleep. Tracking hormone patterns throughout the month. Why one hormone test may miss the bigger picture. Glucose and insulin changes across the menstrual cycle. Fasting glucose and insulin levels worth watching. Tracking water and daily movement for accountability. A simple way to track workouts consistently. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Disclaimer: Information provided on this channel is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided on this channel
- 3 weeks ago1h 3m
85: Dr. Jolene Brighten: ADHD and Perimenopause: Why Focus, Memory, and Motivation Change in Midlife
You can spend years holding everything together with anxiety, urgency, perfectionism, or sheer willpower, then hit perimenopause and suddenly feel like your brain stopped cooperating. Trouble focusing, emotional overwhelm, forgetfulness, procrastination, and feeling like you have completely lost your ability to multitask can all overlap with ADHD, which is exactly why so many women start asking questions in midlife. In this episode of Hello Hormones, Dr. Jolene Brighten and I break down the connection between ADHD and perimenopause, including how shifting estrogen can affect dopamine, memory, motivation, and cognitive flexibility. We also talk about testosterone, blood sugar, sleep, exercise, thyroid and iron testing, and why symptoms that look like ADHD still deserve a full evaluation. Dr. Jolene Brighten is a women's health expert, author, and clinician who specializes in helping women better understand the connection between their hormones and their brains. If you have ever wondered why the strategies that used to keep you organized, productive, and on top of everything suddenly are not working the same way, this episode will help you understand what may be changing and what is worth looking at next. What's Discussed: Why getting good grades does not rule out ADHD in women. Why ADHD may suddenly feel harder to manage during perimenopause. How masking can make ADHD look very different in women and girls. Why perimenopause and ADHD symptoms can be so difficult to tell apart. Why late-night scrolling and shopping may be your brain trying to reclaim dopamine and personal time. How changing estrogen can affect focus, memory, motivation, and cognitive flexibility. Why low testosterone can feel like losing your motivation or "spark." How blood sugar swings can make ADHD and perimenopause symptoms feel worse. What to rule out before assuming brain fog and forgetfulness are ADHD. Why 20 minutes of exercise may support focus and attention for hours afterward. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Find more from Dr. Jo
- Sep 29, 202652 min
84: Dr. Tiffany Lester: The Biomarkers Women Should Track Before Symptoms Escalate
You can be told your labs are "normal" while still dealing with fatigue, hair loss, weight changes, brain fog, or feeling like something is clearly off. Sometimes the bigger issue is that the right markers were never tested in the first place, or that falling inside a wide reference range does not tell the whole story. In this episode of Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones, Dr. Tiffany Lester and I break down the biomarkers women should know before and during perimenopause, including ferritin, fasting insulin, thyroid markers, ApoB, testosterone, inflammation, and more. Dr. Tiffany Lester is a board-certified integrative medicine physician and the Women's Health Medical Director at Function, where she leads the clinical strategy for women's health. If you have ever been told everything looks "fine" on paper while you still do not feel like yourself, this episode will help you understand what else may be worth looking at and what questions to start asking. What's Discussed: Why persistent fatigue deserves more investigation than "you're just getting older." Why ferritin can be low even when you are not technically anemic. Why fasting insulin is worth tracking before perimenopause. Why blood sugar and insulin can become harder to manage as hormones shift. What an expanded cholesterol panel can reveal beyond basic LDL and HDL. Why free and total testosterone matter for women in midlife. The thyroid markers Dr. Lester considers essential beyond TSH. When ANA testing may help uncover an autoimmune issue. Why magnesium and vitamin D are two nutrients worth paying attention to. Why it is never too late to start tracking your biomarkers and building a baseline. Function has created a special credit for Hello Hormones listeners. Use code HELLOHORMONES25 for a $25 credit toward Function's annual membership, normally priced at $365 per year at functionhealth.com ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Find more fr
- Sep 22, 202654 min
83: Dr. Saadia Mian: Understanding Thyroid, Hormones, and Metabolism in Midlife
You can have "normal" thyroid labs and still feel exhausted, foggy, stuck with weight changes, or like something is clearly off. That is where a deeper look at thyroid function can start to change the conversation. In this episode of Hello Hormones with Dr. Saadia Mian, we break down what TSH may be missing, why free T3 can matter so much for how you feel, and how thyroid health connects with metabolism in midlife. Dr. Saadia Mian is a board-certified endocrinologist with more than 20 years of clinical experience who is also trained in functional medicine. If you have ever been told your thyroid is "fine" but you still do not feel like yourself, this episode will give you a much clearer understanding of what else may be worth looking at. What's Discussed: Why "normal" labs do not always explain how you feel. Why Dr. Mian often starts with gut health. The thyroid labs she checks and when she orders an ultrasound. The thyroid ranges she considers more optimal. When Hashimoto's may require thyroid medication. Why free T3 matters for thyroid function and metabolism. Why T3 is often left out of conventional thyroid treatment. When the thyroid can look like Hashimoto's despite negative antibodies. Why joy and nervous system regulation matter for healing. Practical ways to support hormones through joy, food, hydration, and sleep. ✍️ FREE GUIDES: Top 7 Perimenopause Myths You Need to Stop Believing ASAP: drcarriejones.com/myths Hormones 101 Cheat Sheet: drcarriejones.com/hormones101 The Perimenopause & Menopause Labs Test Checklist: drcarriejones.com/labs The 101 on Stress, Cortisol And Your Nervous System Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stressfreebie Which Stage of Perimenopause Am I In? Ebook: drcarriejones.com/stages Find more from Dr. Carrie Jones: Website: drcarriejones.com Newsletter: drcarriejones.kit.com/newsletter Instagram: @dr.carriejones Facebook: @drcarriejones TikTok: @drcarriejones YouTube: @drcarriejones Pinterest: @drcarriejones Find more from Dr. Saadia Mian: Website: saadiamianmd.com Instagram: @drsaadiamianmd Facebook: Saadia Mian MD LinkedIn: drsaadiamian Book: Hormones in Sync: An Endocrinologist's Guide to Reclaiming Your Energy, Joy, and Health <p dir=
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About Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones
Welcome to Hello Hormones with me, Dr. Carrie Jones! A podcast where we explore how to make friends with our hormones so we can survive—and thrive—through our 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond! I'm Dr. Carrie Jones—a holistic functional medicine doctor, hormone nerd, and women's health advocate who's spent over 20 years helping women understand their bodies and navigate all the twists and turns of hormone changes. I've seen it all—from the frustrating weight gain and brain fog to the mood swings, low libido, crazy periods, and sleep that just won't cooperate. Whether you're pre-, peri-, or postmenopausal—or just a woman dealing with the chaos of hormonal imbalances—you're in the right place. Because understanding your hormones doesn't have to feel like herding cats—and your mood swings, fatigue, or weird symptoms? They're not just "in your head." So let's decode the science, ditch the confusion, and help you feel like yourself again. You bring the symptoms, I'll bring the science—and let's get you the solutions together.
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