88: Jolene Brighten: Can’t Build Muscle? Always Tired? Check Your Hormones First

Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women

How many times have you been told your heavy periods, low libido, or mood swings are “just part of being a woman”? Or handed birth control as the only option, without anyone actually explaining why your body feels off?

If you’re nodding along, this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten—a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist, menopause specialist, and author of Beyond the Pill and Is This Normal?—and she’s here to drop some serious truth bombs about women’s health.

We’re breaking down the hormone myths that keep women confused and stuck, how to actually know if you have PCOS or endometriosis (even if you’re on the pill), and why your sex drive, sleep, and strength training are all connected.

Get ready for real talk, science-backed advice, and the permission you’ve been waiting for to finally understand (and trust) your body.

​​Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and best-selling author known for her expertise in women's health, hormones, and sexual wellness. Dr. Brighton is also the founder of Dr. Brighten Essentials.

Trust me, you won’t want to miss it!
We Also Discuss:

(00:31) The Truth About Women's Health – Dr. Jolene Brighten’s No-BS Approach
(13:13) Why Women’s Health is Still Ignored: The Real Challenges
(20:27) Endometriosis & PCOS: What You’re Not Hearing from Doctors
(29:52) Breaking the Silence: How to Normalize Women’s Health Conversations
(35:01) How Stress Kills Your Sex Drive: The Truth About Hormonal Balance
(46:15) The Hidden Connection Between Hormones & Your Sexual Desire – Explained
(58:02) Perimenopause Isn’t the End: How to Thrive in Your 40s and Beyond
(01:04:45) Eating, Sleeping, and Strength Training: The Key to Hormonal Harmony

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