Bitesize Biohack: How to Know When & If HRT Is Right For You And How to Cycle Hormones in Perimenopause

In this episode, Angela Foster is joined by Dr. Beth McDougall, a leading expert in functional and energy medicine, to dive into hormone health for women navigating perimenopause. They discuss how to identify hormone imbalances, when hormone therapy may be beneficial, and natural ways to support your wellbeing. Dr. McDougall also shares practical tips on biohacking, such as grounding, red light therapy, and harnessing sunlight for emotional and physical health. The conversation is packed with insights that are both science-backed and easy to apply for anyone looking to optimize their health and longevity.   MAIN TAKEAWAYS Identifying Hormonal Imbalance Symptoms: Recognise early signs of estrogen dominance, such as anxiety, fluid retention, and irregular periods. Biohacking in Perimenopause: Discover how red light therapy, sunlight exposure, and grounding can alleviate common perimenopausal symptoms and improve energy levels. Cycling Hormones Naturally: Learn when and how to use natural progesterone and other hormone therapies for individualised hormone support. Morning Routine for Energy: How to use biohacks like freshly roasted coffee and grounding exercises to set a positive tone for the day. Functional Medicine Approach: A holistic view of integrating functional medicine practices to balance hormones, boost immunity, and enhance overall wellbeing.   TIMESTAMPS & KEY TOPICS  00:00 – Introduction 00:05 – Understanding Estrogen Dominance 00:41 – Red Light Therapy Benefits 03:51 – Morning Biohacking Routine 06:00 – Grounding and Sunlight Exposure 09:15 – Individualised Hormone Therapy 12:05 – Managing Perimenopause with Natural Progesterone 14:55 – Call to Action & Closing Remarks   VALUABLE RESOURCES Get a free snapshot of your health and personalised report at www.yourtotalhealthcheck.com Join The High Performance Health CommunityFree Fasting Guide - www.angelafosterperformance.com/fasting  Get your glow this Autumn / Winter with the Bon Charge Red Light Therapy Mask and enter code ANGELA20 to save 20%   ABOUT THE HOST  Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women’s Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. Angela’s BioSyncing®️ Blueprint is currently closed. Click here to get on the waitlist. The High Performance Health Podcast is a top rated global podcast. Each week, Angela brings you a new insight, biohack or high performance habit to help you unlock optimal health, longevity and higher performance. Hit the follow button to make sure you get notified each time Angela releases a new episode.   ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Beth McDougall, MD, is a leading expert in functional and energy medicine with over 20 years of experience in the field. As the founder of The CLEAR Center of Health and co-founder of JYZEN, a cutting-edge wellness facility, Dr. McDougall specializes in a holistic approach to health, integrating conventional and alternative therapies. She is known for her innovative treatments that focus on the root causes of health imbalances, including hormonal issues, chronic disease, and stress management. Her passion lies in helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause through individualized hormone therapies and natural approaches that optimize both physical and emotional wellbeing. In this episode, she shares her insights on hormone health, biohacking techniques, and the latest advancements in holistic medicine.   CONNECT WITH ANGELA Instagram Facebook LinkedIn   Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is under no obligation to use these links. Thank you for supporting the show! Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast.