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The Gut Bacteria Secretly Controlling Your Estrogen
Gut dysbiosis directly disrupts estrogen through the estrobolome Lisa Smith explains that the estrobolome — a collection of gut bacteria — regulates how much estrogen circulates in the body. When dysbiosis occurs, an enzyme called beta-glucuronidase rises and "unpackages" estrogen that was already marked for elimination, causing old, already-used estrogen to recirculate and contribute to symptoms like PMS and perimenopausal mood swings. Leaky gut and cortisol create a hormone domino effect Lisa describes leaky gut (intestinal permeability) as holes in a hose that let undigested particles leak into the bloodstream, triggering inflammation and raising cortisol. That cortisol rise "steals" pregnenolone — the shared raw material for cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone — while also speeding up hormone metabolism and blunting hormone receptor sensitivity, including through insulin resistance. Simple, low-cost gut changes can improve hormone response — even alongside BHRT Lisa outlines practical steps: a targeted probiotic, prebiotic foods (onions, garlic, apples, bananas, avocados, artichokes), removing inflammatory trigger foods, prioritizing sleep before midnight, and managing stress. She notes the gut can begin shifting in as little as 2-3 days, and that addressing gut health first can help women get better results from bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
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Clip from the The Case of the Missing Energy expert speaker series
CIRS Explained: The Brain-Immune Connection
Fatigue, brain fog, and a body that feels constantly on high alert can make it difficult to feel like yourself. For people living with chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), understanding different approaches to support can be part of the journey. In this short video, Ashok Gupta introduces the Gupta Program's perspective on communication between the brain, nervous system, and immune system. He explains how the program's brain retraining approach aims to address persistent alarm responses. Watch to explore the explanation, then visit our CIRS page to learn more about the approach and the support available. Learn more: https://guptaprogram.com/treatment-for/cirs/ The Gupta Program is the first brain-retraining app that uses proven neuroplasticity techniques to support your recovery. We are the only program that has clinical trials demonstrating symptom reversal across a range of conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME, Long Covid, Fibromyalgia, MCS, Electrical/Mold Sensitivities, CIRS, MCAS, Anxiety, Adrenal Fatigue, IBS, Lyme disease, and POTS. Take our free 28-day trial to start retraining your brain today, at: www.guptaprogram.com/free-trial Your journey to wellness begins here. 💜
Form Mistakes That Keep Women 50+ Stuck #strengthtraining #gymworkout
Most women over 50 aren’t getting results from strength training – not because they’re not working hard enough, but because of form mistakes that waste effort and cause joint pain. 🚫 Wrong form = wasted effort and higher injury risk ✅ Right form = stronger muscles, better results, and happier joints It’s not about doing more – it’s about doing it right. When your form is on point, every rep works harder for you – improving posture, metabolism, and bone strength. If you’re in menopause or post-menopause, this matters more than ever. Proper form helps you build lean muscle, protect your joints, and stay injury-free so you can keep doing the activities you love.