In this episode, we venture into the intricate realm of female hormones with Karen Martel.  Karen, a Certified Hormone Specialist, transformational nutrition coach, and the host of "The Hormone Solution Podcast," guides us through the complexities of hormonal imbalances and xenoestrogens, shedding light on their significant impact on overall health. From the challenges of weight loss to the nuances of menopause, we delve into effective healing strategies encompassing diet, exercise, and stress management, offering a comprehensive approach to hormonal health.   We talk about: 10:20 - Hormonal dysfunction in women: age and symptoms 15:00 - Taking a holistic approach to hormonal dysfunction 23:00 - Alcohol’s effects on your body 31:40 - Eliminating xenoestrogens for hormonal balance 35:00 - Importance of estradiol and health problems from DIM usage 44:50 - Understanding perimenopause and menopause 49:20 - Being proactive for a healthier menopause with bioidentical hormones 53:25 - The relationship between belly fat and women's hormones 56:20 - Estrone and estradiol: the role of fat tissue 59:30 - Prioritize nutrient-dense foods, avoid stress   Sponsors: Get Bioptimizers supplements including their digestive enzymes, probiotics and magnesium. Use discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for their Black Friday mega sale the whole month of November. Visit InsideTracker to get your vitamins, hormones and minerals tested, and enter code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY to get 20% off all plans!    Resources: Try my Hormone Balancing Chocolate recipe! It’s delicious and your body and hormones will thank you. My Ebb and Flow Cycle Guide solves your hormone problems! Download it now for all the answers on cycle syncing and hormone balancing.  Enter my giveaway for a free women's health consultation on my website! My Amazon storefront Visit Karen Martel’s website   Let’s Connect: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts