Episode 294: Cynthia Thurlow

Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, bestselling author, and leading voice in women's metabolic health. With over two decades of clinical experience, she's known for translating complex science into practical strategies—helping women navigate perimenopause, optimize fasting, and reclaim energy, resilience, and long-term wellness.

 

In this episode, Dr. Brian and Cynthia talk about…

• (00:00) Intro
• (04:30) Why Cynthia became so interested in the gut microbiome as a women's health expert
• (10:07) Gut health, blood sugar, and insulin resistance
• (12:04) Fiber, carnivore, and the microbiome
• (26:39) Adverse Childhood Events, stress, and women's health
• (32:47) Pros and cons of the Western medical system
• (38:56) Why going to extremes with carb restriction and exercise can backfire for some people
• (43:24) Why stress is such a killer
• (45:48) The benefits of the DPC healthcare model
• (53:23) Gut health and aging
• (01:01:14) Outro

 

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Cynthia Thurlow:

• Website: https://www.cynthiathurlow.com/
• X: https://x.com/_CynthiaThurlow
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_/
• Books: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2345217/cynthia-thurlow-np/

 

Dr. Brian Lenzkes: 

• Arizona Metabolic Health: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/
• Low Carb MD Podcast: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/

 

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