416. Menopause, Libido, and Hormonal Imbalance with Dr. Jolene Brighten

Weight & Hormones

Hormonal imbalances can significantly influence weight and physical appearance, as explained by Jolene Brighten. She emphasizes the importance of rest and sleep in managing these imbalances, highlighting how our time in bed is crucial for hormonal regulation 1.

Like, we spend so much time in our bed.

--- Jolene Brighten

Additionally, Brighten suggests investing in quality mattresses to enhance sleep quality, which in turn supports hormonal health 2.

   

Supplements & Effects

The discussion extends to the effects of hormonal supplements, where Jolene Brighten warns against the compounded effects of certain chemicals in everyday products. She points out that flame retardants in sleepwear and mattresses can have unintended health impacts 3.

So if your sleepwear has flame retardants and then your bed has flame retardants, like, we have to think about the compounded effect of these things.

--- Jolene Brighten

This highlights the need for awareness about the materials we expose ourselves to, especially when considering hormonal supplements 4.