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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 an integrative nutritionist, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones. After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20’s and 30’s, Bria recogn ...
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No, added workouts, no changes to your diet, this episode packs a punch when it comes to simple things YOU can do (and NEED to do) to support your hormones in perimenopause and beyond. No matter how great your sleep, workouts and nutrition are, if you aren’t aware of this piece, you hormones are being impacted. After years of feeling great and work…
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Has the word burnout crossed your mind or your heart lately? I used to hear this word and wonder about it until I started to FEEL it. It was there when I felt tanked after a workout, when I felt like my afternoons were spent in a fog, when all I was looking forward to was going to bed at night, and when waking up felt like a chore. I wanted to make…
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When I was 37, one of the most frustrating symptoms I was experiencing was what I like to call “undeserved weight gain.” You know…when you are doing all of the same things and suddenly you are carrying an extra 5,10,15lb in your belly? Our hormones play a role in this, but spoiler alert, STRES plays an even bigger one…and often it is stress that is…
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Synching with your cycle has become a growing topic in the last few years and for good reason, there is so much power in it. Understanding your cycle, how to track it and work within it it often the missing piece of your puzzle when it comes to your health and we have spent all too long accepting signs from our periods as uncomfortable and “normal”…
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It wasn’t that long ago where I thought I had my nutrition dialed in, I was eating consistently, getting the right amount of micronutrients and macronutrients in…and I was still not feeling well. I was having digestive issues after dinner, I felt a low grade fatigue all of the time, my energy wasn’t what I thought it should be and I wasn’t seeing r…
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Have you been finding yourself feeling frustrated, stuck or unfulfilled in midlife? Maybe you are starting to wonder if you even know who you are or what you want. Or MAYBE you have realized that you have checked ALL of the boxes, but you are still feeling unfulfilled. Whether you are living on autopilot and starting to wake up and wonder what more…
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It wasn’t that long ago that I went to my doctor for blood work because I wasn’t feeling well. I was awake every night in a sweat, I was exhausted, my period was heavier than normal, I was having digestive issues and skin issues and my anxiety was on the rise….and I was told that my blood work was fine and that I was the picture of health. Now I he…
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Have you ever watched the movie ‘When Harry Met Sally’? If so, you know the part where Sally fakes an orgasm in a restaurant and a female patron is overheard saying “I’ll have what SHE is having!” This is the feeling we all know so well when we have been starved for pleasure in our lives, and not just sexual pleasure, but pleasure, play and passion…
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Sister, do you have a supplement graveyard living under your bathroom sink, behind your mirror, or in the cabinet above your refrigerator? I did for YEARS. I have spent thousands of dollars in my life on supplements, most that were a waste of time and money and some that were very helpful. With the rise of hormone supplements on the market these da…
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Have you ever wondered how to balance both modern and holistic medicine to feel like you again? Especially if you are dealing with a chronic illness or autoimmune disease that requires modern medication. This can feel confusing to know where and how holistic medicine fits in. So I wanted to get my friend and herbalist Brooke Perales on the podcast …
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If you are uncomfortable in your health and body, it can be hard to know WHEN it is worth the time or money to get help, or when it is even worth it. Can you fix it yourself? Are you just complaining? Should you just suck it up? Are all real questions that go through our mind. But if you DO need help and you don’t get it, one thing is for sure abou…
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Have you ever wondered if you metabolism is impacting your hormones in perimenopause and making your symptoms worse? Or maybe you have wondered if your metabolism is slow or broken and what you should do to start to get it back on track so you can feel better, have more energy, better libido and gain muscle or burn fat? I know I have and metabolism…
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Do you feel SUPER frustrated with nutrition? Can’t seem to get into a routine or have good energy or release the weight or get results from your fitness no matter what you try? OR maybe you are like I was and find yourself in the depths of sugar craving hell every afternoon. You are not alone, and I’ve got you. In this episode I break it all down f…
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Are you addicted to sugar? I will be the first to raise my hand and admit that sugar has been at the core of my hormonal issues as well as my health issues…and I have definitely lied to myself about it…A LOT. It’s no secret that sugar is in everything AND that it causes a pretty big inflammatory response that throws our hormones into a tailspin…esp…
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I am keeping it real today sister…have you ever felt stuck or even bored or frustrated with your routine? I am with you, all work and Copley makes Jack a dull boy right? In this episode I share with you a concept that has helped me so many times when it comes to my own health, hormones and well, my sanity! Tune in to learn: The 4 pillars of health …
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Some of the most common side affects of a parasite or mold toxicity are brain fog, exhaustion, digestive issues, temperature issues, low libido….interesting how these sound quite familiar and just like many of the symptoms of perimenopause right? This interview we cover all about parasites and mold with my friend and expert in the field, Leanne Vog…
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Have you ever been desperate to lose weight? Maybe so desperate even that you start to pay attention to all of the promises from the marketing ads that say ‘lose weight fast’ with this pill or this strategy? …and you are so desperate bc you feel like you have been doing all of the things and you just want to lose weight, so you buy the thing…and yo…
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Whether you have heard the term codependency before or have never heard. Whether you have identified as a people pleaser or ‘good girl’ if you any of these terms resonate AND you are dealing with perimenopause symptoms, this episode is for you where I interview Certified Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic practitioner, and Life coach Jennifer Kenney-Smith who…
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Are you making enough hormones for your body to feel well and release weight? Are your hormones balanced so that you can feel well and release weight…2 different questions that need t one answered and we can learn a lot from just listening to our body! Tune in to learn: 10 symptoms you should pay attention that aren’t normal 3 steps to get you feel…
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Although I am a believer in the miracles of western medicine when needed, I deeply feel like it should be the last resort since there is SO much we can do to heal ourselves naturally through holistic practices that protect our hormones and function and also to ensure we have done the work so that if we NEED pharmaceuticals, we have done the work to…
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Did you know that eating for your wrong metabolic type can be just as stressful as eating foods that are inflammatory to your body? Since stress is our big blocker to feeling amazing and losing fat in perimenopause we want to eliminate it in as many areas as possible. Tune in to learn: Metabolic typing and how it plays a role in weight loss and per…
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About 20% of women are having their first child after the age of 35 and there has been an increase in babies being born to mothers after the age of 35 by 67% in the last three decades. This means that so many more women are experiencing postpartum hormonal shifts at the same time as the hormonal shifts of perimenopause. So if this is you sister, do…
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Are you stuck trying to lose weight and nothing is happening? Maybe you are feeling a little desperate even and know that your hormones are playing a role? Tune in to learn: The big mistakes women make in perimenopause Around fat burning The 4 steps to get you back into fat burning ***APPLY HERE NOW FOR MY EXCLUSIVE 3 MONTH METABOLIC CHAOS HEALING …
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Are you working out but not seeing results from your fitness? Is your body holding you back from your life or maybe you are noticing that your body can’t do what it used to in daily life or in your fitness? Fitness is a key part of aging well and thriving in perimenopause and beyond, but it can feel so confusing as we go through the perimenopause t…
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Do you ever feel confused about nutrition? There are so many options to choose from…The TRUTH is that nutrition can either fuel you or drag you down, but knowing how to determine what, when and how much to eat for YOU in perimenopause is the foundation for your success in fat loss, energy gain and of course hormone healing. I break it all down in t…
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Are you struggling with digestive issues, bloating, constipation or diarrhea, not feeling energized even when you feel like you are eating whole foods? The health of your gut is SO key and very much connected to the hormones that are in shifting in perimenopause…and diet culture has played a role in how we nourish our gut to support our hormones. S…
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Are you working your butt off to lose weight or feel better in perimenopause, and nothing is working? I get it, I have been there, AND there is absolutely a path to results for you. Thriving in perimenopause starts with doing the healing work, understanding WHAT the healing work actually is and then knowing when it is time to ask for help…and I cov…
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Are you feeling a little less happy these days? Like maybe you are missing your spark, or can’t seem to find the positivity that you used to have now that you are in perimenopause? The shifting of your hormones in midlife can absolutely play tricks on your mindset and have you seeing rain cloud instead of rose colored glasses. So if you are missing…
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Perimenopause starts for ALL women at 35, you may not have symptoms or notice symptoms, but the transition is happening. There is so much I wish I had known at 35 as I started this transition that would have massively helped before things got ugly! So in this episode I am sharing 7 things I wish I had known 7 years ago to help relieve symptoms and …
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More and more in my practice I’ve been connecting with women who have had recent diagnosis of ADHD much later in life this can be really overwhelming especially during the time when we’re already super overwhelmed. So whether you, have wondered if you have ADHD, have been diagnosed with ADHD, have a child or someone you know in your life with ADHD,…
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For all of my sisters out there who are feeling the rage these days, or maybe just more irritated, less patient, more emotional or even like you want to run away and live alone off of the grid, this episode is for you and we will unpack it ALL. Tune in to learn: 1. Why are you feeling this way? 2. The good news about why you are feeling this way! 3…
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Brain fog? Forgetfulness? Just not feeling like you are operating at peak performance in perimenopause? This is the episode for you! Tune in to learn: 1. How perimenopause impacts your brain 2. 3 simple ways to start taking care of your brain health for peak performance in perimenopause 3. The piece of advice that blew my mind Dr. Laura DeCesaris i…
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In this episode of The Period Whisperer podcast, Bria brings into focus an often-overlooked problem faced by many women going through perimenopause: hair loss. Bria talks about why this occurs, explores the links to hormonal imbalances, and provides actionable suggestions on how to combat this issue. Tune in to learn: Why you might be losing hair i…
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In this episode of the Period Whisperer podcast, join our host Bria and special guest Dr. Morgan Anderson as they delve into the relationship between attachment styles, hormones, and stress. Dr. Anderson, a renowned clinical psychologist and relationship coach, provides invaluable insights on the attachment theory and its transformative impact on o…
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Welcome to this episode of the Period Whisperer, your guide to understanding and optimizing hormonal health. In this episode, we navigate the often-misunderstood subject of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Let Bria, your host and wellness advocate, simplify the intricacies of HRT - a therapeutic approach whose merits extend beyond mere synthetic …
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Have you noticed yourself fixating on small things to avoid BIG things? Maybe you feel out of control of your body and your life, maybe you don’t know what makes you happy, maybe you feel unsatisfied in your career or your relationships… Whatever it is, if in the quiet honest moments with yourself, you know you could be happier…this is the episode …
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Do you dread getting your period? Do you look forward to the day when you achieve menopause and it is gone for good? Do you stay on with control only for the reason that you don’t want a period? Is your period missing, heavy or completely irregular? This episode is for you! Tune in to learn: Why your period is now being called your 5th vital sign H…
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Medical research estimates as much as 90 percent of illness and disease is stress-related….and perimenopause symptoms and hormone imbalance fall into that category. If STRESS is at the root of our challenges in perimenopause (and it IS) then looking at the cause of that stress is the path back. One of the key stress faucets of life are finances and…
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Is there ANYTHING worse than not being able to sleep, especially when you are tired? Insomnia, night wakings, night sweats, having to pee several times a night, anxiety…all of these things play a role in what is interrupting our sleep in perimenopause, and yet the energy demand of perimenopause means we actually NEED more sleep. PLUS enough good qu…
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My excuses kept me comfortable the way sadness in a loss does. I would hear myself repeat them over and over, and I really believed them. In this episode we will uncover the 5 most common excuses that we make as women which keep us stuck in Perimenopause Hell, and how to bust through them for good. Tune in to learn: The major hormone mistake that I…
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45, 3 kids, 6 dogs, married and a full time career, struggling with Hashimoto’s and low thyroid, Ilse felt ‘disgusting’ in her body and exhausted and completely out of control. She had felt tired for years and her weight just kept creeping up in perimenopause, in spite of the fact that she had tried everything. She was working out and gaining weigh…
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***JUST ANNOUNCED*** The brand new signature course Midlife Mojo is OPEN here: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/midlife-mojo It is a 12 week course that we will commit to together and it is designed to: 1. Get You Out Of Hormonal chaos (including mood swings, night sweats & heavy periods), 2. Eliminate and Heal Inflammation in your body (no m…
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**FREE MASTERCLASS + BONUS** How To Release Weight, Gain Energy, & Heal Your Hormones In Perimenopause (Without overwhelm or failure) GRAB YOUR SPOT HERE —> https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/now Learn: The game-changing strategy you can use right now to move away from hot flashes, sleepless nights, exhausted afternoons filled with cravings and…
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At 45 Christine was struggling with night sweats, anxiety, she was freezing cold all day and had tried everything. Gone to all of the doctors, naturopaths and had all of the tests and was feeling very stuck and frustrated with no answers to be found. Tune in to this interview to hear: How joining Midlife Mojo and focusing on healing and supporting …
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Are you sick of setting health goals that you never achieve? I used to do this EVERY YEAR…but I haven’t now for 5 years! Tune into this episode to learn The 3 Steps To Guarantee You Will Not Fail When You Set Health Goals In Perimenopause! FREE MASTERCLASS + BONUS How To Release Weight, Gain Energy, & Heal Your Hormones In Perimenopause (Without ov…
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How does your body feel about drinking alcohol? If you’re someone who drinks either occasionally or maybe more often than you’d like, have you noticed any changes in your bodies reaction, the impact it might have on your sleep on your digestion, on your energy as you go through these hormonally shifting years? Maybe you haven’t noticed anything at …
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Are you REALLY ready to feel better in your body? Or are you just wishing you did and then letting life do it’s thing around you? In this powerful episode I share exactly how to make sure you dive into 2024 like the CEO of your body you should be! Tune in to learn: The 2 things I do every year this week to ensure the next year is a success My strat…
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Did you know that only 1 in 10 Americans eat just 5 fruits and vegetables a day!!! That is a HUGE stat! Starting to implement more plant based meals can significantly shift your overall health and support your hormones. If finding the time and motivation to get your entire family to eat the same, healthy meal is a struggle for you or if you are int…
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No more feeling stuck, no more feeling lost, overwhelmed or confused. This is the down and dirty episode that will give you the starting point that you need to feel better guaranteed. Tune in to learn: Why perimenopause is practically an epidemic these days The 4 foundational steps you need to take NOW How to make it happen no matter what TAKE THE …
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Whether you love fitness like I do or just recognize the value of using it to create a body that lasts for your entire life, this episode is exactly what you need to know about fitness in perimenopause. Tune in to learn: Why you might not be getting results from your workouts now that you are in perimenopause 3 things you need to know that will hel…
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