Join me as we learn from Karen Martel, a certified hormone specialist and transformational nutrition coach. She hosts the popular women's health podcast, "The Other Side of Weight Loss," where she unlocks the mysteries surrounding female fat loss and hormone balance.   In this episode, Karen shares her struggles with sleep deprivation and other health issues, which ignites her passion for empowering women with a new perspective on hormonal health. She gives us valuable insights into the crucial roles of estrogen and progesterone in women's health.   We also dive into the significance of testing for hormonal imbalances and how & when to do it for the most value. Additionally, we discuss sleep apnea in women and the risks involved, even without visible symptoms (and how your hormones might be playing a role!). Don't miss out on this enlightening and informative episode!GUEST BIOKaren Martel is a Certified Hormone Specialist & Transformational Nutrition Coach and women’s weight loss expert.Karen is the host of the top-rated women’s health podcast The Other Side of Weight Loss where she helps women to unlock the mysteries of female fat loss and hormone imbalance.After struggling with her own health issues, Karen was determined to bring her knowledge to others with a bold new approach to women’s hormone health and weight management. Karen’s passion lies in helping women balance and optimize their hormones in peri and post menopause and breakthrough weight loss resistance." SHOW NOTES:  ?  Karen Martel's struggle with sleep deprivation and health issues as a new mom ?  How Karen made the connections between hormonal imbalances and her insomnia?  What are the must-do tests and how often are they recommended for hormonal testing??  The vital role of estrogen and progesterone in women's health?  Significance of hormonal therapy replacement??  Sleep apnea in women (particularly as they age!), with or without symptoms.?  What is Karen’s sleep-night routine?? Try Karen’s hormone quiz on her website https://karenmartel.com/SPONSOR:Huge shoutout to our sponsor: Biooptimizers! They are my nightly source of magnesium supplementation go to www.magbreakthrough.com/sleepisaskill for the kind I use every night! GUEST LINKS:Website: https://karenmartel.comInstagram: @karenmartelhormonesFacebook: @karenmartelhormonesDISCLAIMER:The information contained on this podcast, our website, newsletter, and the resources available for download are not intended as, and shall not be understood or construed as, medical or health advice. The information contained on these platforms is not a substitute for medical or health advice from a professional who is aware of the facts and circumstances of your individual situation.