Ep. 615 The Adrenals Masterclass: The Science of Resilience & "High-Functioning" Burnout | Menopause, Perimenopause & Adrenal Health

Today, I’m delighted to share a compilation of adrenal-centric discussions with experts Drs. Sonya Jensen, Carrie Jones, Scott Sherr, and Will Bulsiewicz, and geneticist Dr. Yael Joffe, Nurse Practitioner Heather Quaile, and Physician's Assistant McCall McPherson. In this masterclass, we explore the effects of generational silence and how the thrifty genotype impacts the likelihood of poor metabolic health outcomes over time. We define the GABAergic system and the effects of decreased progesterone in perimenopause, and examine how our immune and nervous systems are impacted in midlife. We discuss the impact of GABA cofactors, the connection between adrenal and thyroid health, how stress affects ovarian aging, and the impact of genetics on our lifestyle choices and responses. We also unpack shift work and circadian rhythm disruption, and their influence on the gut microbiome. Join us for today’s action - and information-packed, adrenal-centric podcast. I know you will enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed putting it all together. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: The impact of generational trauma on stress resilience and metabolic health across generations How famine exposure, family history, and cultural background could contribute to our metabolic and hormonal health How estrogen metabolism pathways can influence hormone balance and long-term health The importance of B vitamins, magnesium, amino acids, protein, and overall nutritional status for healthy liver function and detoxification How ongoing fight-or-flight activation can impair energy production and contribute to a cycle of worsening stress and fatigue How hormones, sleep, toxins, infections, and insulin resistance can influence mitochondrial performance The importance of optimizing thyroid and adrenal dysfunction together How chronic stress and adverse childhood experiences can influence ovarian aging How gut barrier dysfunction can contribute to chronic low-grade inflammation How genetics and epigenetics can affect our appetite, hormone metabolism, mood, and treatment responses Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow Cynthia’s Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia’s Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Sonya Jensen On her book website: Heal Your Hormones, Reclaim Yourself Instagram Connect with Dr. Carrie Jones On Instagram Estrogen Detox Made Easy Hello Hormones with Dr. Carrie Jones - Podcast Connect with Dr. Scott Sherr On his ⁠website⁠ Troscriptions ⁠Health Optimization Medicine One Base Health⁠⁠ Connect with McCall McPherson On Modern Thyroid Clinic Instagram and TikTok Modern Thyroid and Wellness Podcast Thyroid Lab Guide Connect with Heather Quaile On her website Instagram Connect with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz On his website Connect with Yael Joffe On 3X4 Genetics Instagram Facebook Podcast Links: Ep. 559 Heal Your Hormones, Reclaim Yourself: Women's Health in Midlife with Dr. Sonya Jensen | Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormones Ep. 567 “Timing Is Everything” – The Best Way to Test Hormones, Cortisol & Thyroid for Real Answers with Dr. Carrie Jones BONUS: "The Sympathetic Spiral of Doom!” – The Fastest Way To Reset Your Nervous System & End Burnout with Dr. Scott Sherr Ep. 478 Thyroid Truths: Labs, Adrenals & Appetite Explained with McCall McPherson Ep. 498 Chronic Stress Is Aging Your Ovaries – The Shocking Link Between Trauma, Hormones & Menopause with Heather Quaile Ep. 537 The #1 Longevity Nutrient You’re Missing – How Fiber Supercharges Your Gut, Immunity & Sleep with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz Ep. 558 Your DNA Isn’t Your Destiny – The Most Actionable Way to Use Genetics for Weight Loss with Dr. Yael Joffe