The Fueled & Free Podcast
Hosted by Margaret Powell, a Functional Nutritionist, The Fueled & Free Podcast is a women's health podcast that helps you cut through the noise of the wellness world, ditch diet culture & reclaim your metabolism.
Informative and relatable wisdom + guidance for the everyday woman, we cover topics on nutrition, hormones, gut health, thyroid health, nervous system regulation tools, motherhood, and more.New episodes release every Wednesday! Connect with Margaret on Instagram @margaretannpowell or email fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com.To learn more about working with Margaret and her team, head to https://fueledandfree.com/.
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67. Estrogen Dominance In Perimenopause: Why You’re Bloated, Gaining Weight, Moody, & Have Heavy Periods
If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and you’ve been struggling with issues like bloating, brain fog, unmanageable PMS, weight gain, and more, today’s episode is for YOU.
I’m breaking down the typical signs + symptoms of estrogen dominance, cycle changes that can affect your estrogen & progesterone levels during perimenopause, why root causes like hormonal birth control may be a MAJOR contributor to your hormonal imbalances, and more.
I want you to know you’re not crazy, you’re not lazy, and you’re definitely NOT alone in feeling this way. Perimenopause can feel like a chaotic and confusing time, but it’s vital that you get the support YOU need so you can regain control of your health, and show up fully in your life!
Episode Recap:
- Signs + symptoms that point to estrogen dominance & hormonal imbalances {4:02}
- The ‘typical’ process with healthcare providers & conventional treatments when navigating estrogen dominance {6:27}
- Cycle changes in your 30s & 40s that lead to estrogen & progesterone imbalances {9:39}
- Root causes of estrogen dominance + hormonal imbalances {11:12}
- The biggest contributors to estrogen dominance {16:34}
- Why progesterone hormone replacement therapy isn’t *always* the best option {19:10}
Links & References:
- Check out the full show notes HERE
- Join my upcoming free estrogen workshop HERE
- Ep. 23 | Estrogen Dominance & the Link to PMS Symptoms, Weight Gain & Gut Issues, Root Causes + Where to Start to Fix It
- Ep. 61 | Supporting Progesterone in Perimenopause + Why Optimal Progesterone Matters
- Connect with me on Instagram @margaretannpowell
- Learn more about working with our team by visiting our website
- Send us an email at fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com
**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.