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The Root-Cause Approach to Women’s Hormones & Gut Health with Dr. Beth Westie
In this powerful episode, Dr. Beth Westie, a leading expert in female hormone health and functional medicine, shares her personal journey and professional expertise on balancing hormones, improving digestion, and reclaiming energy. Dr. Westie dives deep into the root-cause testing that can transform your health, as well as practical tips to fix hormonal cycles, manage mood swings, and boost energy naturally.
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00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
07:42 - Dr. Westie's Journey to Functional Medicine
15:24 - Growing Up in Minnesota and Transition to Health
23:06 - The Challenges of Becoming a Health Practitioner and Starting a Business
30:48 - Stress, Ovarian Cysts, and PCOS
38:30 - Understanding Hormones and Nutrition for Women's Health
46:12 - Adrenal Fatigue and Stress Post-Pandemic
53:54 - Understanding Cortisol and Its Effects on the Body
61:36 - The Effects of Low Cortisol on Health
69:18 - Methylation Pathways and Their Importance in Women’s Health
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