THE PERIOD WHISPERER PODCAST - Perimenopause, Menopause, Cortisol, Weight Loss, Hormone Balancing, Insomnia, Hot Flashes, Nig

Bria Gadd - Integrative Nutrition Coach, Hormone Specialist, Personal Trainer, Perimenopause Coach,
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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause

  1. Eps 396: Why Do You Lose Ambition? | Amina AlTai

    1H AGO

    Eps 396: Why Do You Lose Ambition? | Amina AlTai

    A lot of women hit their 40s and suddenly wonder: where did my drive go? In this episode, I’m joined by executive coach and leadership trainer Amina AlTai, author of The Ambition Trap, to talk about the powerful shift many women experience in perimenopause when their relationship with success, work, and purpose starts to change. We dive into why so many ambitious women suddenly feel a loss of “spark,” how nervous system capacity and life demands impact our drive, and why midlife often becomes the moment when women stop chasing expectations and start reconnecting with what truly matters. Amina also shares how core emotional patterns can influence our ambition and how women can begin to move from painful ambition to purposeful ambition. If you’ve been wondering why your energy, motivation, or career desires feel different lately, this episode will give you a whole new framework for understanding it. Episode Timeline:  00:29 – Episode Overview01:44 – Amina’s Ambition Journey03:34 – Redefining Ambition04:22 – Ambition vs Motivation07:58 – The Five Core Wounds11:02 – Midlife Loss of Spark11:46 – Rethinking Success in Midlife13:57 – Painful vs Purposeful Ambition14:09 – Health Changes and Energy17:21 – Listening to Body Signals19:09 – Finding Joy Again20:53 – Resources vs Demands24:18 – Gender Bias in Ambition27:36 – Fixing Systems for Women29:38 – Permission to Want More31:01 – Embracing Ambition Cycles31:39 – Ambition Changes in Midlife33:02 – Letting Go of People Pleasing35:19 – The Underground Phase35:49 – Where to Connect with Amina AlTai Connect with Amina AlTai: Website: aminaaltai.com  Instagram (@aminaaltai): instagram.com/aminaaltai/  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aminaaltai  Check out Amina’s bestselling book, The Ambition Trap: aminaaltai.com/book 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

    37 min
  2. Ep 395: Why You’re Still Exhausted After a Full Night’s Sleep In Perimenopause

    3D AGO

    Ep 395: Why You’re Still Exhausted After a Full Night’s Sleep In Perimenopause

    If you wake up tired, foggy, and already disoriented early in the morning… this might explain it. So many high-performing women in midlife tell me, “I’m sleeping… but I don’t feel refreshed.” You’re in bed. You’re not scrolling. You’re doing the “right” things. And yet you wake up foggy, wired at 2am, reaching for caffeine like it’s oxygen. What we unpack here is the difference between sleep and recovery — because they are not the same thing. I bring up the two (2) cortisol patterns I constantly see on functional lab testing and how hormonal shifts impact your nervous system’s ability to downshift, especially at perimenopause. If you’re tired of “trying harder” and ready to understand what your body is actually communicating, this episode will give you the clarity and next steps you’ve been missing. Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Sleep Isn’t Always Recovery03:45 – Two Cortisol Patterns07:58 – Hormones Or Stress?10:45 – Gut And Sleep13:40 – Minerals And Midlife16:46 – Blood Sugar Clues18:30 – Exercise And Energy Debt21:45 – Action Steps To Start24:30 – Eat Like A Grown Woman26:36 – Build A Real Bedtime Routine29:00 – Foundations Before Blaming Hormones30:00 – Test Don’t Guess30:45 – Protect Your Energy 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

    31 min
  3. Ep 394: Boost Brain Health with the Right Drinking Water w/ Mario Brainovic

    MAR 5

    Ep 394: Boost Brain Health with the Right Drinking Water w/ Mario Brainovic

    What if the water you drink could change your brain, your energy, and even how you age? In this episode, I sit down with Mario Brainovic, researcher and founder of Analemma Water, to explore the concept of “coherent water” and how modern environmental stressors like EMFs may be disrupting the structure of the water in and around us. We dive into the science behind water coherence, brainwave changes, mitochondrial energy (ATP), NAD levels, and what this could mean for brain fog, fatigue, sleep, and long-term cellular health in midlife women.  Mario shares the results of double-blind human studies, plant research, and emerging data on how structured water may impact heart rate variability, microbiome diversity, and overall resilience. This conversation stretches from hard science to big-picture thinking about energy, biology, and our connection to the natural world. This episode might change how you think about the most basic input your body receives every single day. Tune in now! Episode Timeline: 00:00 – Episode Overview04:06 – We Are Mostly Water06:17 – Chaotic vs Coherent Water08:17 – Why Water Structure Matters10:30 – What Is Coherent Water?11:46 – Twin Brainwave Study14:29 – Water and Brain Fog14:56 – ATP and Energy Production17:19 – Mitochondria and Aging19:47 – EMFs and Brain Impact21:07 – 5G Plant Experiment23:34 – Soil and Microbiome Study26:49 – How the Water Technology Works29:20 – Bathing and Heart Rate33:27 – NAD and Longevity35:36 – Water and Circadian Rhythm38:19 – Filtering vs Frequency42:21 – How to Get Started45:53 – Mission for Coherent Planet Connect with Mario Brainovic: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mariobrainovic/?hl=en Company Website - https://www.analemma-water.com/ 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

    48 min
  4. Eps 393: Why Sleep Gets Worse After 40

    MAR 2

    Eps 393: Why Sleep Gets Worse After 40

    Can’t sleep through the night anymore? Trust me, that’s not just aging. Sleep changes in perimenopause and menopause are often blamed on “getting older,” but that’s a misconception. I’m here to tell you what’s really going on and why your sleep issues might be your body’s way of communicating something deeper. From stress and hormone shifts to blood sugar crashes and gut issues, your body isn’t just “falling apart”, it’s giving you clues. In this episode, I’ll help you understand the patterns that are keeping you awake, so you can stop guessing and finally get the restful sleep you deserve. If you’ve been struggling with sleepless nights, this is the episode that’ll give you the clarity and answers you need. Tune in now! Episode Timeline:  00:04 - Introduction to Sleep Struggles01:59 - Sleep Is Not Just Aging04:22 - The Real Causes of Sleep Issues07:13 - The Impact of Stress on Sleep09:00 - Cortisol Dysregulation and Night Waking10:41 - Blood Sugar Crashes and Sleep12:41 - Mineral Depletion and Sleep Quality15:03 - Why Generic Advice Doesn’t Work16:48 - The Importance of Functional Testing18:06 - The Costs of Poor Sleep19:32 - How to Start Improving Sleep 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    20 min
  5. Eps 392: Should You Take Hormones in Perimenopause w Integrative Health Practitioner Marnee Dejong

    FEB 26

    Eps 392: Should You Take Hormones in Perimenopause w Integrative Health Practitioner Marnee Dejong

    Perimenopause doesn’t have to feel like a mystery you’re meant to “just push through.”This conversation explores what’s really happening in midlife and why so many women feel stuck between symptoms and real solutions. I’m joined by integrative health practitioner Marnee Dejong as we unpack mold toxicity, gut dysfunction, mineral depletion, and why it’s almost never “just one thing” during this phase.We talk about functional testing (GI-MAP, DUTCH, mineral analysis), the role of hormone replacement therapy, and the growing conversation around peptide therapy; what’s helpful, what’s hype, and what should make you pause. Most importantly, we break down why foundations come first, how to think strategically about advanced tools, and how to advocate for your health without getting swept up in trends. If midlife feels louder than it used to, this conversation will steady you. Listen now.  Episode Timeline:  00:34 – Guest Introduction 02:17 – Mold Toxicity Journey 04:22 – Early Perimenopause Wake-Up 04:48 – It’s Never One Thing 05:38 – Healing Takes Time 08:00 – Six-Month Healing Reality 08:47 – Top Functional Tests 12:56 – Test, Don’t Guess 14:10 – HRT Access Challenges 18:01 – Optimizing HRT Dosing 20:30 – Foundations Before Prescriptions 21:25 – Peptide Therapy Awareness 24:06 – Safe Peptide Education 25:39 – Peptide Safety Considerations 28:50 – Ozempic Misconceptions 30:03 – GLP-1 Cultural Pressure 33:32 – Advocate For Yourself 37:38 – Where To Find Marnie About Marnee Dejong: Marnee Dejong is an Integrative Health Practitioner specializing in women's hormones over 35 and perimenopause. Teaching women how to support their hormones in midlife without the overwhelm. Perimenopause needs a different approach but one that is effective and realistic. Connect with Marnee Dejong: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnee.dejong/Web: www.marneedejongwellness.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/MarneeDejongWellness🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

    39 min
  6. Eps 391 : 7 Reasons Peptides Don’t Work

    FEB 23

    Eps 391 : 7 Reasons Peptides Don’t Work

    Are your peptides not working… or are your foundations actually shaky? Peptides don’t override physiology; they amplify it.  And that’s the reason why shaky foundations can also hold back your results. In this episode, we’re doing a loving but honest audit of why peptides stall in midlife women. I break down the seven (7) most common mistakes I see from poor sourcing and dosing errors to undereating, mineral depletion, gut dysfunction, stress, sleep issues, and training like it’s 2004. We also talk about why functional labs matter, why more isn’t better, and how to stop stacking protocols randomly and start being strategic with your body.  If you’re on peptides (or thinking about them) and want better results without guessing, this episode is your smarter starting point. Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Episode Preview 00:51 – Podcast Intro 02:20 – Why Peptides Feel Stuck 04:35 – Peptides Amplify Physiology 05:45 – Mistake 1: Poor Sourcing 08:40 – Mistake 2: Minerals & Gut 11:55 – Mistake 3: Under Eating 14:01 – Mistake 4: Training Mistakes 17:40 – Mistake 5: Sleep & Stress 19:30 – Survival Mode Blocks Results 20:45 – Mistake 6: Dosing Errors 22:10 – Stacking Too Many Peptides 23:45 – Mistake 7: No Lab Review 24:50 – Why Functional Labs Matter 26:05 – Foundations Before Enhancements 27:21 – Next Steps + Hormone Support 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough

    30 min
  7. Eps 390 : Understanding Toxic Overload and Perimenopause with Michele Scarlet

    FEB 19

    Eps 390 : Understanding Toxic Overload and Perimenopause with Michele Scarlet

    Toxic overload is more common than you think. In this conversation, I’m joined by board-certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Michele Scarlet. We unpack toxic overload and how it becomes the “cup that spills over” in perimenopause, triggering weight gain, brain fog, insomnia, hormonal chaos, and nervous system dysregulation.  Listen in and learn how to lower your toxic load without extreme cleanses, punishment, or fear. Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Episode Preview00:20 – Podcast Intro03:52 – Michelle’s Breast Implant Story06:06 – Rapid Weight Gain Truth08:59 – Overflowing Toxic Cup10:18 – How Detox Actually Works13:29 – Liver Processes Everything15:43 – First Steps: Food + Poop18:31 – Pick Your Poison19:45 – Daily Detox Habits25:37 – Why Weight Drops Fast28:00 – Nervous System As Toxin31:13 – When Exercise Becomes Toxic34:29 – Detox Done Wrong Risks36:22 – Grace In Perimenopause37:55 – Where to Connect with Michelle Scarlett Connect with Michele Scarlet: Website - https://www.michelescarlet.com/about Instagram - @michelescarlet_🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough  Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    39 min
  8. Eps 389: Practical Health Advice for Women Over 40

    FEB 16

    Eps 389: Practical Health Advice for Women Over 40

    When life feels chaotic, it’s easy to neglect your health. But your body is constantly sending signals that deserve attention. In this episode, I share five key insights to help you protect your central nervous system and navigate the stress that comes with midlife. We’ll explore the importance of setting boundaries to prevent burnout, listening to your body’s needs so you can make decisions that nourish you, and learning from your triggers to break free from negative cycles.  We’ll also dive into how to recognize the signals your body is sending about stress and how to manage them, and I’ll guide you through the process of creating a more balanced, sustainable approach to health. Tune in now to discover five powerful insights that will help you restore balance in midlife! Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Episode Preview00:35 – Podcast Intro03:26 – Protect Your Nervous System06:40 – Set Boundaries Around Stress08:45 – Acts Of Kindness Reset09:15 – Burnout Changes Everything11:50 – Foundations Before Optimization12:30 – Listen To Your Body15:40 – Learn From Your Triggers18:20 – Stop The Spiral19:45 – Why Survival Mode Happens22:10 – Compassion For Your Body24:20 – Six Human Needs Explained26:40 – Growth And Contribution28:43 - Finding Fulfillment in Chaos 🔗 Links & Resources 🌐Beam Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=4&affid=1227 (USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off)  🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1)  🌐 Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/🎧 Listen to past episodes: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/the-period-whisperer-podcast 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/rVsL2APG/checkout 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/offers/7Xa9HvoH/checkout  📩 Book a Free Discovery Call: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/hormonebreakthrough  Connect with me:  Connect with Bria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bria_period_whisperer/ Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/Coaching Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-period-whisperer-podcast-perimenopause-menopause/id1617315546 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5w8w0KbRuDwOUoBMzeFOOO YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bria_period_whisperer

    32 min
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In the 35-55 age box and starting to wonder if you will ever feel like you again? Weight gain, night wakings, brain fog, hot flashes, headaches, cravings, bloating, joint pain, mood swings, anxiety are all on the rise and no matter what you try, nothing moves the needle. Your host, Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Personal Trainer who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women’s ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. Including her own frustrating 15lb weight gain amidst daily intense workouts and the demands of midlife. Tune in twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays to the top-ranked Period Whisperer Podcast for solo episodes and interviews with real life women and industry experts designed to help you understand the truth about perimenopause, take immediate action on the most important strategies for reducing inflammation and optimizing hormones, and get you in a body that releases weight easily. Whether you’re just starting to question if perimenopause is behind how you are feeling, are in the depths of hormonal chaos, or just want to learn how to feel your best through menopause and beyond, you’re in the right place. If you’re ready to decode the whispers of your body and heal your hormones so you can thrive again, listen to our fan favorite Episode 129: The 3 Nutrition Phases That Will Help You Release Belly Fat Every Time In Perimenopause

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