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

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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