Dr. Sara Gottfried is a World-Renowned Physician, Hormone Expert, Speaker, and 4x New York Times Best Selling Author.Dr. Gottfried’s interview marks the start of our first podcast in the world of health and wellness. One of the biggest myths that women have on their path to building their empire is that they have to sacrifice their health in order to be successful. This couldn't be further from the truth!Starting this week, in addition to my interviews with incredible founders, I’m going to be bringing on the top experts in women’s health to help you better understand your biology and how to personalize your health to achieve the success you deserve. In today’s episode, Dr. Gottfried helps us understand how hormonal imbalances are impacting every area of our life, including energy levels, weight gain, and debilitating PMS. She also discusses how addressing the root causes can radically change your life for the better.Dr. Gottfried is a global keynote speaker who practices evidence-based integrative, functional, and precision medicine. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health where she focuses on career longevity for female CEOs.In this episode, we'll talk to Dr. Sara about:* The key role that hormones play in our bodies as a whole. [2:43]* Why it is important for us to make sure our hormones are in balance. [3:35]* How hormones show up in our lives, with a focus on estrogen and progesterone. [4:26]* Why testosterone is particularly important for female entrepreneurs. [6:36]* The role of insulin in making you crave carbs and sugar. [8:40]* Lifestyle factors that lead to modern women having hormonal imbalances. [12:22]* Dr. Gottfried tells the story of her journey to finding hormonal balance and health. [17:15]* The stress gap and how women tend to experience more stress than men. [22:05]* Why 88% of Americans are in a state of metabolic dysfunction. [30:29]* An explanation for why cutting out carbs is more effective for men than women. [35:32]* Her goal: for women to have the best metabolic health throughout their lives. [37:05]* Two methods to help you manage blood glucose in the body. [40:10]* The misinformation around carbs and why we actually need them as women. [43:26]* Emotional eating and why it isn’t constructive. [48:00]* Why food timing is important with a 14 hour overnight fast being ideal. [49:00]* Alcohol and its role in metabolic health, and overall health. [51:00]This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Dr. Gottfried:* Website: https://www.saragottfriedmd.com/* Her Book: Women, Food, and Hormones: A 4-Week Plan to Achieve Hormonal Balance, Lose Weight, and Feel Like Yourself Again: https://amzn.to/3lopln5Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.