Dr. Jennifer Lovejoy–How Hormone Balance and Optimal Metabolism Promote Healthy Aging

In this episode of Longevity by Design, Dr. Gil Blander and Ashley Reaver welcome Dr. Jennifer Lovejoy, a seasoned Translational Scientist. Dr. Lovejoy brings her expertise in nutrition and lifestyle behavior change to offer listeners a deep dive into the science of hormone balance and metabolic health.

The conversation begins a comprehensive explanation of hormonal balance, a term often misunderstood by the general public. Dr. Lovejoy offers insight into the benefits of tracking the hormones estradiol and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) throughout the lifespan—specifically for women's health. The discussion shifts to unpack the relationship between hormones, metabolic health, and insulin resistance, offering advice on how to promote healthy weight loss and weight management throughout the menopause transition and the aging process.

Dr. Lovejoy closes with the importance of personalization in understanding the diet, exercise, or stress management your body needs. The takeaway? Know your body, measure what matters, and take action to optimize your healthspan and lifespan accordingly.

Intro → (00:00-3:20)
Dr. Lovejoy’s path to becoming a scientist → (3:20–4:15)
Understanding hormone imbalance → (4:15–8:30 )
Benefits of tracking estradiol for females → (8:30–11:05)
About TSH and benefits of tracking this hormone → (11:05–14:30)
Mitigating and understanding the side effects of menopause → (14:30–24:25)
The gut microbiome and menopause → (24:25–27:30)
Physical activity, hormones, and healthy aging → (27:30–35:00)
Soy, healthy or unhealthy? → (35:00–39:20)
Metabolism and hormone regulation → (39:20–42:35)
Optimizing metabolic health → (42:35–49:40)
Insulin, insulin resistance, and weight maintenance → (49:40–1:06:00)
Top tip for improving health (1:06:00–end)

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