Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™

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  • Explore holistic health with Cynthia Thurlow, a seasoned Nurse Practitioner, and an expert in intermittent fasting and nutrition. As a 2x TEDx speaker and author of the best-selling book, "Intermittent Fasting Transformation: IF:45", Cynthia offers a wealth of knowledge in health and wellness. Her specialty intermittent fasting programs have empowered countless women to take the reins in their wellness journey and propel them toward optimal health. Cynthia's core mission is to help women understand and achieve optimal wellness. Through the Everyday Wellness podcast, she provides accessible, engaging content on the benefits of intermittent fasting and holistic health. Her approach combines practical strategies with insightful education, making her podcast a valuable resource for those seeking a healthier, more fulfilling life.
    Everyday Wellness 2020
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Alternative & Complementary Medicine Biological Sciences Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • Ep. 409 Hormones, Muscle, and Gut Health: The Connection with Wade Lightheart

    Ep. 409 Hormones, Muscle, and Gut Health: The Connection with Wade Lightheart
    Oct 30 2024
    I am thrilled to have Wade Lightheart joining me today. Wade is sought after by athletes and high-performing individuals for his expertise in optimizing health and fitness. He is a three-time Canadian natural bodybuilding champion, a premier global authority on natural nutrition and training methods, and the author of several books on health, nutrients, and exercise. In our conversation today, Wade and I dive into digestion and gut health, breaking down the stages of digestion and looking at the effects of poor digestion, including muscle loss and sarcopenia. We examine the impact of low stomach acid and explore the evolution of the processed food industry since World War Two. We also discuss immunity and fasting, the benefits of hormones for overcoming weight loss resistance and enhancing muscle and metabolic health, testing to inform specific recommendations, and the role of bio-individuality. I know you will enjoy all the actionable insights Wade shares today on optimizing your health and fitness. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The five stages of digestion The role enzymes and hydrochloric acid play in the digestive process Why probiotics are essential for maintaining the balance between good and bad gut bacteria The consequences of poor digestion How modern farming practices have depleted the nutritional content of food Why muscle mass is essential for maintaining a healthy metabolism The benefits of weight training and a protein-rich diet for retaining muscle mass How genetic testing can help in personalizing health strategies and preventing diseases Why lifestyle adjustments are necessary for healthy aging How stress and trauma impact health The education system and 365-day money-back guarantee Bioptimizers offers Bio: Wade T. Lightheart is a Certified Sports Nutritionist Advisor, president/director of education, and co-founder of BIOptimizers. As a plant-based and drug-free athlete for more than two decades, Wade is a three-time National Natural Bodybuilding Champion who competed in both the IFBB Mr. Universe and the INBA Natural Olympia by the age of 31. At the age of 50, Wade came out of retirement to win the Open Men’s and Grand Master’s Categories at the INBA Ironman International, then competed at The PNBA Natural Olympia. Six months later, Wade successfully ran his first marathon in four hours. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Wade Lightheart Bioptimizers The Awesome Health Podcast Recommended book: Enzyme Nutrition by Dr. Edward Howell
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • BONUS: Muscle, Bone & Joint Health in Menopause with Debra Atkinson

    BONUS: Muscle, Bone & Joint Health in Menopause with Debra Atkinson
    Oct 28 2024
    I am thrilled to have my friend and colleague, Debra Atkinson, back on the show today. She was with me before for Episode 165, in August of 2021, which became one of the most sought-after episodes of the year. Debra is a hormone-balancing exercise coach, a fitness expert, and an influential figure who has guided more than 275,000 women through transforming their second halves with newfound vitality and energy. She is also an accomplished author, the host of Flipping 50 TV, and a TEDx speaker. In our conversation today, we delve into the physiological changes during perimenopause and menopause that impact weight training and muscle development, and we explore how to shift into the second stage of life as an endurance athlete while promoting recovery. We discuss the importance of strength training during perimenopause and menopause and get into the role of volume, movements, zone 2 training, flexibility, and HiT. We also discuss biohacking, explain how hormone replacement therapy impacts muscle and bone health, and Debra shares her favorite supplements. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The physiologic changes that impact muscle health during perimenopause and menopause The challenges of transitioning from an endurance athlete to a menopausal women How Debra struggled with hormonal imbalances and inflammation during menopause Some common exercise mistakes during perimenopause and menopause Why recovery time between weight training sessions is essential The importance of breathing and pelvic floor exercises The benefits of HiT training for women in midlife At which times during the menstrual cycle should strength training be done? Strength training and bone health for post-menopausal women The advantages of doing high-impact exercises on most days of the week The merits of vibration training and infrared saunas for recovery and wellness Supplements for muscle gain and recovery Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Debra Atkinson On her website On YouTube Instagram, Facebook Previous Episode Mentioned Ep. 165 – A Fresh Perspective On Menopause & Fitness: The Importance of Listening to Your Body with Debra Atkinson
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Ep. 408 Hormone Myths: Progesterone & More Explained, Part 2 with Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson

    Ep. 408 Hormone Myths: Progesterone & More Explained, Part 2 with Dr. Devaki Lindsey Berkson
    Oct 26 2024
    We have Part 2 of our two-part series on progesterone with Dr. Lindsey Berkson today. Dr. Berkson is one of my favorite hormone experts. She has a talent for breaking complex ideas down to make them easily understandable for clinicians and the general public. She is a peer-reviewed, published researcher, bestselling author, educator, leader in thought, nutritional gastroenterology, and hormones, and a formulator and inventor. We continue our discussion today by diving into the disruptive effects of oral contraceptives on the endocrine system, looking at the impact of progesterone on thyroid health, leaky gut, and immune function during perimenopause and menopause. We explore the role of testosterone in gut health and lab ranges for breast protection, and we also discuss progesterone resistance and reactivity, and oxytocin. You will not want to miss this informative conversation with Dr. Lindsey Berkson. She will return to the show toward the end of this year for Part 3 of our discussion. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The intricate link between progesterone and thyroid function How endocrine disruptors impact thyroid physiology Why iodine is essential for thyroid health and cancer prevention How progesterone relates to thyroid health Why progesterone and estrogen are crucial for maintaining gut integrity and preventing leaky gut How testosterone helps to prevent autoimmune diseases What are the ideal progesterone levels for women in perimenopause and menopause? The role oxytocin plays in women with progesterone resistance How to overcome progesterone resistance or reactivity The interplay between progesterone and oxytocin and their roles in bonding and pregnancy Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Connect with Dr. Lindsey Berkson On her website Find Dr. Berkson’s books on Amazon
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    54 mins

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