Perimenopause Simplified

• 86. No, Your Blood Work Probably Isn't 'Normal' Over 40

  If your doctor told you your labs are "normal" but you still feel tired, bloated, anxious, or off in your body, this episode is for you. Claudia explains the difference between conventional lab ranges and optimal ones, the patterns most doctors overlook, and how functional blood work can finally give you the clarity and answers you've been missing in perimenopause. You'll learn: Why "normal" lab results don't mean your body is functioning optimally The difference between conventional and functional lab interpretation Common markers that get dismissed - and why they matter What functional practitioners look for that most doctors don't How missed patterns can lead to years of unnecessary symptoms How we use blood work inside The Perimenopause Method to build effective plans   Sources: Defining laboratory reference values Understanding the limitations of laboratory reference ranges   CLICK HERE TO WATCH ON YOUTUBE   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.  

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• 85. Over 40 with More Hair 'Down There' & Everywhere?

  If you've noticed more chin hair, nipple hair, or thicker pubic hair in your 40s…you're not imagining it. In this episode, Claudia breaks down what's really behind the sudden hair growth and how your midlife hormones and metabolism are connected. You'll learn: Why androgen hormones can spike during perimenopause and trigger hair growth How declining estrogen and progesterone make androgens more dominant The link between insulin resistance and excess hair - and why how you eat matters Key labs to assess metabolic and hormone health The role of inflammation, gut health, and stress in elevated androgens  What to do about it: lifestyle strategies, supplements to consider, and testing   WATCH ON YOUTUBE   Sources: DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) Association of Androgen Excess with Glucose Intolerance Inflammatory Stimuli Trigger Increased Androgen Production   If you liked this episode, you'll love my brand new free mini training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed — And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones. If you're tired of fatigue, mood swings, anxiety, bloating, weight gain, and sleepless nights…this free training breaks down what's really going on…and how to fix it. Get instant access here: https://claudiapetrilli.myflodesk.com/training      LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.  

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• 84. The Midlife Call-Up: How Hormone Shifts Become a Divine Invitation to Slow Down, Heal & Redefine Success

  In this powerful and heart-opening conversation, I joined my good friend Jennifer Ragazzo, a Soul Aligned Wellness Coach, on her podcast, The Daily Surrender, to explore the sacred intersection of hormones, healing and higher purpose.   Together we unpack: Hormonal shifts that shape midlife and why your changing body is not betraying you - it's inviting you to listen deeper How pushing, striving, and over-controlling can sabotage your hormones, creativity, and peace Why redefining success in this season means aligning with your biology and your soul Spiritual and emotional freedom that comes when you pause & assess all areas of your life WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE   JENNIFER RAGAZZO:  Jennifer Ragazzo is a Soul-Aligned Wellness Coach who guides women through midlife transitions as sacred invitations to awaken and embody their Divine Design. Blending applied functional medicine, naturopathy, and integrative nutrition with psychology, metaphysics, and spiritual wisdom, she helps women get to the root-root-root of their dis-ease and return to alignment in body, mind, and soul. Through her signature approach, Jennifer empowers women to see perimenopause not as a breakdown, but as a Divine call-up into their most authentic, vibrant, and purpose-filled season of life.   CONNECT WITH JENNIFER: Grab Jen's FREE Calm & Receive Mini-retreat Follow Soulful Living on Substack Website Instagram YouTube   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.  

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• 83. Food Noise in Perimenopause: Why You're Always Hungry (and How to Fix It)

  Are you always thinking about food, feeling hungry, or never fully satisfied in perimenopause? You're not alone. In this episode, Claudia breaks down why food noise gets louder in midlife, the role of fluctuating hormones, and how nutrition, movement, and even how GLP-1s can help you finally feel in control.  You'll learn: How estrogen fluctuations and blood sugar dips drive constant hunger Why under-eating over 40 backfires The impact of activity level and strength training on fueling needs The role of progesterone and testosterone in appetite  How GLP-1 medications quiet food noise - and why I don't dismiss them Are you hungry for something more in midlife?   Links Mentioned Ep. 78: Undereating After 40: The #1 Habit Wrecking Your Hormones & Metabolism The Effect of Carbohydrate Intake on Strength and Resistance Training Protein Intake to Support Muscle Mass    >    LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.

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• 82. Why You Might Gain Weight on HRT & What to Do About It

  Many women start hormone therapy expecting relief from hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings - only to be frustrated when the scale starts creeping up. While providers often dismiss it, weight gain on HRT is a real experience for many. In this episode, Claudia explains why it happens, which hormones play a role, and what you can do to support your metabolism in midlife. What you'll learn in this episode: How progesterone can sometimes trigger water retention (even though it's a diuretic) Why estrogen balance matters for fat distribution, insulin sensitivity, and fluid shifts The risks of too much testosterone and how it impacts weight and symptoms The natural metabolic changes over 40 that make weight management harder Key nutrition strategies: prioritizing lean protein, fiber, and smart carbs while watching hidden calories from fats The importance of gut health, daily detox, and pooping regularly for hormone balance   Links Mentioned: Ep. 67: Understanding Cortisol After 40: Why You Need It, Why It Becomes Imbalanced & What To Do About It Ep. 78: Undereating After 40: The #1 Habit Wrecking Your Hormones & Metabolism Progesterone Therapy & Thyroid Function Walking 7000 Steps a Day Oura Ring Optim Ring Pedometer to Track Steps Optimizing Adult Protein Intake   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Mini Training: Why You're Exhausted, Moody & Inflamed - And Why It's Not Just Your Hormones Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds Powder Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.

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