Gut Health & Hormones: How Your Microbiome Shapes Women's Wellness | Guy Daniels - Fempower Health: The Perimenopause and Menopause Channel

Discover how gut health influences hormonal balance in women. In this episode of Fempower Health, Georgie Kovacs interviews microbiome expert Guy Daniels, who explains the connection between the gut microbiome, endometriosis, PCOS, perimenopause, and menopause, offering practical advice on improving both gut and hormonal health.

Gut Health and Women's Hormones Episode Summary:

In this enlightening episode, Georgie Kovacs interviews Guy Daniels, an expert in the microbiome and founder of The Microbiome Expert. With years of experience as the Director of Medical Education at Thorne and a deep understanding of the gut microbiome, Guy shares how gut health plays a critical role in women's hormonal balance and overall well-being. They explore how the gut microbiome affects conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, menopause, and perimenopause. Guy also discusses the significant impacts of diet, antibiotics, and lifestyle on gut health, offering practical advice to improve both gut and hormonal health.

This episode is a must-listen for women seeking answers to their health concerns, especially around digestive and hormonal issues, as well as clinicians looking to better serve their patients. Learn how the gut and hormones are connected, and what steps can be taken to improve both.

Discussion Points:

• What is the gut microbiome, and why is it important for women's health?
• How does gut health impact hormonal balance in women?
• What is the connection between gut health and conditions like endometriosis and PCOS?
• Can the gut microbiome influence symptoms of perimenopause and menopause?
• How do antibiotics affect gut health and hormonal balance?
• What are the best dietary changes to support a healthy gut microbiome?
• Is there a connection between gut health and anxiety or depression?
• How do lifestyle factors like stress and exercise influence gut health and hormone regulation?
• What role does the microbiome play in managing conditions like IBS, Crohn’s disease, and other digestive issues?
• What are the differences between bioidentical hormones and pharmaceutical options for women managing menopause?
• Can improving gut health reduce inflammation and autoimmune responses in women?

“Perimenopause, PCOS, endometriosis—none of these conditions exist in a vacuum. Everything is connected.” - Guy Daniels

Related to this Gut Microbiome and Women’s Hormones Episode:

• Check out Fempower Health’s resources on the Microbiome
• Learn more about Guy Daniels.  Follow Guy on YouTube and LinkedIn.

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