The Silent Signs of Perimenopause: Hormone Shifts, Brain Health, and Why You Need to Care in Your 20s and 30s with Elizabeth Katzman

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Elizabeth Katzman, Certified Perimenopause Coach and founder of Strong Choices, talks about the silent symptoms of perimenopause—and why we should all start caring about it much earlier than we think.

We cover hormonal shifts, bone loss, cognitive decline, and how perimenopause links to Alzheimer’s. Elizabeth shares insights on HRT, postpartum progesterone, and the impact of toxins and mitochondrial health.

Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or already perimenopausal, this is a wake-up call to be proactive. Your future self will thank you.

WE TALK ABOUT:

06:30 – How estrogen impacts your cholesterol, insulin, and muscle mass

10:00 – The role of body fat in producing the worst type of estrogen

14:00 – Why early menopause is becoming more common

18:00 – Supporting your mitochondria for healthier ovaries and longer hormone production

22:30 – Why your teenage years are the most important time for bone health

28:00 – Why a hot flash is a warning sign of brain and heart issues

30:00 – What most women get wrong about HRT and hormone testing

42:00 – Progesterone for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and anxiety relief

50:00 – Benefits of HRT during pregnancy and postpartum

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