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 389: Practical Health Advice for Women Over 40

    2D AGO

    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
  2. Eps 388 : Can Frequency Work Really Change Your Life w/ Karen Cheong

    6D AGO

    Eps 388 : Can Frequency Work Really Change Your Life w/ Karen Cheong

    Is midlife leaving you lost? Here’s how to find your way back In today’s conversation with Karen Chong, we’re diving into the transformative power of frequency work,  a simple but profound practice that can help you release the emotional blocks keeping you stuck. Karen explains how your energy plays a major role in shaping your life, from stress and health struggles to feeling out of sync in midlife. She shares real-life examples of how shifting your frequency can bring more peace, clarity, and alignment into your world.  If you’re curious about how energy work can shift your reality, this episode is packed with eye-opening insights you won’t want to miss. Episode timeline:  00:02 - Welcome to the Podcast 01:03 - Karen's Journey from Crisis to Healing 05:38 - Discovering the Power of Frequency Work 09:17 - The Matrix Moment: Expanding Perception 14:33 - How Frequency Influences Your Physical Reality 16:39 - Shifting Your Energy for Transformation 19:18 - Releasing Distortion Patterns for Clarity 26:34 - The Link Between Frequency  28:31 - Redefining Perfection  35:25 - How Frequency Work Can Change Your Life 39:08 - Understanding the Impact of Timelines 44:52 - Exploring the Concept of Timelines 49:26 - Real-Life Changes Through Frequency Work 53:25 - How to Start Your Frequency Journey 57:03 - Closing Thoughts and Invitation Connect with Karen Cheong:  Website: https://www.sphericalluminosity.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spherical_luminosity/ Go to instagram DM her Reboot111 Resonance reboot bundle FOR FREE (Normally $600) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SphericalLuminosity  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SphericalLuminosity🔗 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

    56 min
  3. Eps 387: Peptide Forever Or Temporary? What You Need To Know In Perimenopause

    FEB 9

    Eps 387: Peptide Forever Or Temporary? What You Need To Know In Perimenopause

    If you’re scared to start peptides because you don’t want to be on them forever, listen in. In today’s conversation, I’m answering one of the most common and quietly loaded questions women ask me about peptide therapy: Do I have to stay on this forever? We’re unpacking where that fear really comes from, why it makes total sense, and how peptides are actually meant to be used in the body. I’ll walk you through the difference between support and dependency, what it looks like when peptides are working with your physiology (not replacing it), and why “forever” is usually the wrong framework altogether. We’ll also talk about timing, plateaus, and how to know when it’s time to continue, pause, or step back.  Press play if you want clarity before committing to peptides, without fear or pressure Episode Timeline:  00:00 - Episode Preview 01:27 - Podcast Intro  03:31 - Stress and Health Breakdown 06:26 - Results & Dependency Concerns 09:31 - How Peptides Work 12:07 - Expectations of Results 14:00 - Phases of Results: 1-4 Weeks 16:57 - When to Cycle or Stop Peptides 17:01 - Receptive Rest Periods 20:10 - Plateaus & Adjusting Protocol 25:00 - Importance of Foundation in Health 27:00 - Peptides as Tools, Not Lifelines 🔗 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
  4. Eps 386: The Hidden Link Between Burnout & Perimenopause w/Elizabeth Gaines

    FEB 5

    Eps 386: The Hidden Link Between Burnout & Perimenopause w/Elizabeth Gaines

    Your body is responding to how hard you’ve been pushing. Elizabeth explains the concept of hormonal and metabolic “debt,” why sex hormones are often the first system to be underfunded, and how productivity culture trains women to ignore early warning signs.  Episode Timeline:  01:15 – Elizabeth’s Burnout Story 03:00 – Chronic Stress Builds Slowly 05:20 – Productivity And Self-Worth 07:55 – The Body Defines Stress 09:30 – Stress Isn’t Mental 12:30 – Ignoring Early Body Signals 14:45 – Vital Reserve Explained 16:05 – Chronic Stress Becomes Debt 17:30 – Why Symptoms Are Dismissed 19:50 – Health Debt In Midlife 22:40 – Exercise As Energy Cost 25:52 – Stress And Early Menopause 27:30 – Hormones And Vital Reserve 29:10 – Rethinking Menopause Meaning 32:20 – No Quick Fix Solution 36:15 – Trial And Error Trap 41:30 – Beyond “Feeling Neutral” 51:00 – Final Takeaways And Support About Elizabeth Gaines: Elizabeth Gaines is Director of Education at Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN), where she leads curriculum design, live training and mentor development for one of the world’s most respected functional health certification programs.  Free exclusive access to “FDN Methodology in Action” case study series at https://fdntraining.com/theperiodwhisperer Connect with Elizabeth Gaines: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining/ You Tube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xDnEKCe9gKeWZ2vbE3C8w  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr/  Podcast - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/health-detective-podcast/  🔗 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

    56 min
  5. Eps 385: Peptides Improved My Health in 6 Months

    FEB 2

    Eps 385: Peptides Improved My Health in 6 Months

    What if a simple injection could boost your energy, improve your sleep, and support your overall health during perimenopause? I’m sharing my personal journey, the wins, the challenges, and everything I’ve learned along the way, so you can decide if peptides might be the right tool for you. Tune in as I talk about my experience with peptides, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why listening to your body is key. Episode Timeline:  00:01 – Episode Preview 01:27 – Podcast Intro 04:10 – Listening to Body Signals 06:45 – Refocusing on Peptides 08:48 – What Peptides Really Are 10:30 – My Peptide Journey Begins 14:40 – Foundations Before Peptides 16:55 – Defining My Health Challenges 19:20 – Why I Chose Each Peptide 21:55 – What Changed Fast 24:46 – What Takes Time 26:44 – Why Lab Testing Matters 29:10 – What Didn’t Change 31:05 – What’s Next For Me 34:10 – When to Shift Strategy 36:30 – Peptides: Icing on Cake 39:05 – How to Know You’re Ready 42:10 – Final Takeaways & Next Steps 🔗 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

    36 min
  6. Eps 384: The Real Cause of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction w/ Christina Walsh

    JAN 29

    Eps 384: The Real Cause of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction w/ Christina Walsh

    What if some of the health habits you’ve been praised for are actually making things harder on your body? I brought in physical therapist Christina Walsh to help make sense of pelvic floor health and why some popular health trends can quietly make things worse in midlife. This episode is about learning how to work with your body again, instead of unknowingly adding more stress to a system that’s already compensating. If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a smarter, safer way forward, this conversation will bring clarity you didn’t know you were missing. Tune in now! Episode Timeline:  00:01 – Welcome & Guest Intro 01:22 – Why Pelvic Floor Matters 02:01 – Christina’s Personal Journey 06:41 – Research Behind Their Method 08:22 – Symptoms Women Normalize 09:15 – Leaks, Urgency, Pain 11:22 – Why Symptoms Worsen Over Time 13:35 – Hormones and Pelvic Floor 15:30 – Estrogen and Tissue Changes 17:43 – When It Becomes a Problem 19:50 – Pelvic Floor Quiz Explained 23:03 – Weighted Vests and Risk 23:51 – Why Pressure Causes Harm 28:30 – Warning Signs to Stop 31:04 – Daily Habits That Help 33:22 – Why Rest Is Healing 35:00 – Other Risky Health Trends 39:36 – Why Kegels Can Worsen 46:32 – Pelvic Floor and Pleasure 49:06 – Rebuilding Trust With Body Promo Code: BRIA (for $50 off the Signature Program for your listeners and a $50 thank-you gift for you each time the coupon code is used) Connect with Christina Walsh: Root Cause Quiz: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tinklerquiz  Decompression position: https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/backandhiprelief  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tighten.your.tinkler/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tightenyourtinkler  Website: https://www.tightenyourtinkler.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

    52 min
  7. Eps 383: Testosterone for Women: What It Means for Your Body

    JAN 26

    Eps 383: Testosterone for Women: What It Means for Your Body

    As a woman, testosterone is actually one of your most underrated hormones—yet it's key to your vitality. Here are all the reasons why. Testosterone is more important for women than we’ve been led to believe and it’s time to understand why. In this episode, I’m revealing how testosterone influences your energy, confidence, and even your muscle tone. From your ovaries to your adrenal glands, I’m breaking down how this hormone is produced and why its decline in midlife can lead to frustration. We’ll also dive into how stress, sleep, and even diet can affect your testosterone levels.  If you’ve been feeling off, unmotivated, or like your spark is fading, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on. Get ready for a game-changing understanding of your body’s needs, tune in now! Episode Timeline:  00:07 - Intro & Spark Check01:13 - Testosterone: Not Just for Men01:43 - Women Have More Testosterone00:53 - Why Testosterone Matters14:09 - Testosterone: Your Inner Fire02:03 - How Testosterone Affects Women 07:15 - Understanding Testosterone 02:47 - Testosterone Decline in Midlife 11:41 - Symptoms of Low Testosterone 15:24 - Causes of Testosterone Drop 18:00 - Birth Control’s Impact on Testosterone 21:03 - How Stress Affects Testosterone 23:44 - Hormone Replacement Therapy Warning 27:02 - How to Support Testosterone Naturally 27:16 - Reclaiming Vitality and Strength 🔗 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
  8. Eps: 382 What Every Woman Should Know Before Starting HRT

    JAN 22

    Eps: 382 What Every Woman Should Know Before Starting HRT

    If you’ve ever been dismissed, talked over, or told your hormone symptoms are “just part of aging,” this conversation will change how you think about HRT and hormones.Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is often presented as a simple solution. But for many women, it can become confusing, frustrating, or even makes them feel worse. This episode breaks down why that happens, what most women are never told about hormones, and why HRT is never just about adding more estrogen or progesterone. We explore how hormone metabolism, gut health, liver detox, thyroid function, genetics, and proper testing all play a critical role in whether HRT actually helps or backfires. I’m joined by my dear friend and mentor, Shauna Gourley, a functional health and human potential coach who guides women through perimenopause and menopause after her own hormone crash and medical gaslighting.Tune in for a clear, honest conversation about HRT and hormones that will help you understand what your body is actually asking for, before you make another health decision. Episode Timeline:  00:00 – Welcome + Hormone Focus 01:20 – Why Progesterone Matters 03:10 – Progesterone vs Estrogen 04:40 – Perimenopause Progesterone Drop 06:10 – Menopause Hormone Changes 07:50 – Low Progesterone Symptoms 10:10 – High Progesterone Symptoms 12:00 – Stress Drains Progesterone 14:30 – Blood Sugar + Hormones 16:20 – Thyroid and Progesterone 18:00 – Gut Health and Hormones 20:00 – Why Testing Matters 22:40 – Progesterone Types Explained 25:10 – Bioidentical vs Synthetic 28:30 – Is Progesterone Safe? 31:00 – Talking to Your Doctor 33:40 – Detox Before HRT 36:00 – Support Progesterone Naturally 39:30 – Final Hormone Takeaways 🔗 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

    49 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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