Dr. David Brownstein is back, for an exploration into the miracle of natural bioidentical hormones and how he has used them in his practice for the last three decades. This conversation will give you valuable insight on different considerations around the use of hormone therapy for both women and men. From depression to cardiovascular disease, to reading causing nausea. We think you will learn lots with this conversation.
We discuss:
💡 What natural bioidentical hormones really are and how they differ from synthetic hormones
🏥 What’s actually being taught in medical schools about hormone therapy
🧬 Real client cases from Dr. Brownstein’s practice and what we can learn from them
💊 The role of pregnenolone and why not everyone needs it 
⚖️ How to use bioidentical hormones in synchronicity for balanced, optimal results
And so much more.

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, thyroid issues, or simply want to understand your hormones better, this conversation is full of valuable clinical insights and practical wisdom.
👉 Watch now to learn how natural, bioidentical hormone therapy can transform health, energy, and longevity.

Dr. David Brownstein is a Board-Certified, family physician. He is one of the foremost practitioners of holistic medicine and is the Medical Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan.
Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and others about his success in using natural hormones and nutritional therapies in his practice, including the importance of Iodine therapy. He is author of 17 books including the highly respected and referenced book, "Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It".
Find out more about Dr Brownstein here;
Book - Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can’t Live Without It - https://a.co/d/bO1TUGb
YouTube - ‪‪@drdavidbrownstein‬  
Instagram -   / centerforholisticmedicine  
Website - https://www.drbrownstein.com/

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#401 The Miracle of Natural Bioidentical Hormones with Dr David Brownstein.

Feeling tired, foggy, or moody? Before you blame your hormones, check your water bottle. In this juicy, science-meets-real-life episode, Nicole van Hattem&nbsp;dives deep into why hydration is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to boost your energy, mood, and hormone balance during perimenopause and menopause. You’ll learn: 💧 Why your body can’t function without proper hydration (and what happens when you’re even slightly dehydrated) ☕ How caffeine and alcohol act as “hydration thieves” and worsen menopause symptoms like anxiety, hot flushes, and fatigue 🧬 The surprising link between omega balance and hydration — and how your cells might be “leaking water” without you realising 🩸 How the Zinzino BalanceTest and BalanceOil+ help restore your omega ratio and improve cellular hydration 🚽 The truth about urinary frequency — why more water can actually mean less bladder irritation and fewer UTIs 🧂 Whether you really need salt in your water and what to know about chemicals in tap and bottled water ✅ Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker:  ✨ Hot &amp; Healthy Menopause is here to help you reset your stress, your sleep, and your self-worth — because you’re not broken, you’re becoming.

182 - Hydration & Menopause: Why Water Isn’t Enough

Hormones…Do they make us awesome or an ASS? Why are some people fat, sick, depressed, emotional and negative - is it their hormones? Can we have a healthy, fit and strong body and mind, and our hormones will be too? YES/NO/WHY? If yes - How?
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Hormones…Do they make us awesome or an ASS

Experiencing the postpartum “new normal” that never felt normal? Today’s guest was feeling “off” after baby number three and couldn’t bounce back. After experiencing heavy periods, painful ovulation, hives, asthma, brain fog, poor sleep, and mood swings, she reached out to Hotze Health and Wellness Center to find answers. At the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, Emily’s root causes were uncovered. She was treated for hormone imbalance (low progesterone), food/environmental sensitivities, yeast overgrowth/leaky gut, and Hashimoto’s, along with two suspicious thyroid nodules later confirmed as a non-invasive carcinoma.

Join Dr. Hotze and his guest, Emily Stellfox, as they walk through the natural plan that turned everything around. Emily was treated with gluten elimination and a strict GAPS-style reset, targeted probiotics and a yeast cleanse, low-dose progesterone, low-dose immunotherapy for allergies, key vitamins/minerals, and eliminated fluoride. With careful follow-up (thanks to Dr. Ellsworth & Jill), she removed the problematic thyroid lobe, resolved the hives and asthma, normalized cycles, regained energy and sleep, and brought her Hashimoto’s markers to zero! She now rates her health a “10.” Emily’s message to you today is “take charge of your health, fix the gut, balance hormones, and partner with a team that treats causes, not just symptoms.”

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How Hormone Health Affects Immune Function with Guest Emily Stellfox

Hormone Replacement Therapy — or Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) — has been one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s health for over two decades. Much of that confusion traces back to one study: the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). In this episode, Menopause Health Coach Nicole van Hattem unpacks what really happened in that study, why it caused global panic, and what the research now tells us about the safety, timing, and benefits of modern HRT. Nicole also shares her own journey — a decade of trying to manage perimenopause naturally through nutrition, therapy, gut health, lifestyle changes, and stress reduction — before discovering that HRT was the missing piece. After finding the right balance, the transformation was dramatic: within days, her depression and anxiety disappeared. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:   What HRT/MHT actually is and how it supports estrogen and progesterone balance   The real story behind the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative study — and what went wrong   How misinformation led to decades of unnecessary suffering   The difference between synthetic and body-identical hormones   Why timing matters — the “window of opportunity” for heart, bone, and brain protection   The latest research showing how HRT started around menopause can reduce heart disease and all-cause mortality   How to work with a menopause-trained practitioner to find your ideal combination   The importance of self-education, advocacy, and updated science   This episode is for every woman who has ever been told to “just tough it out,” every doctor who wants to practice evidence-based care, and every partner or employer who wants to understand the real story behind menopause support. Because the truth is clear: modern, body-identical HRT is safe, effective, and life-changing for many women — when prescribed correctly and started at the right time.  🩷 Resources &amp; Support: ✅ Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker at  ✅ Explore your inflammation and omega profile with the Zinzino Balance Test ✅ Discover Hot &amp; Healthy Retreats — where calm, clarity, and confidence begin

183 - Hormone Replacement Therapy: The Truth About HRT & MHT — From Fear to Facts

In this episode, I sit down again with respected compounding pharmacist, educator, and hormone specialist Carol Petersen to explore the often misunderstood topic of "Adrenal Fatigue" - what it really is, why it happens, and how we can begin to restore balance and resiliency. Carol returns for a fourth conversation with an abundance of knowledge that will not disappoint. Enjoy!
We discuss:
🌿 What adrenal fatigue is and what the adrenals need to function optimally
⚖️ How chronic stress, thyroid health, and sex hormones all play a role
🧬 Why methylation matters for adrenal and overall hormone function
🥦 The foundations of recovery - starting with nutrition, blood sugar balance, and sleep - ALWAYS!
💊 Key supplements  and nutrients that can support the body through adrenal repair.
And lots more!

Whether you’re struggling with fatigue, burnout, or hormone imbalance, this conversation will help you understand the why behind adrenal issues and the steps you can take to start feeling stronger and more resilient again.

Carol Petersen is an accomplished compounding pharmacist with decades of experience helping patients improve their quality of life through bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. She is the owner of ‪‪@thewellnessbydesignproject‬  and a force to be reckoned with when it comes to hormones and health.
You can check her out here; 
Web - https://thewellnessbydesignproject.com
Take charge of your health radio show on Youtube - ‪@takechargeofyourhealthradio‬ 

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#403 Adrenal Fatigue, Adrenal Support & Restoring Resiliency with Carol Petersen.

“I thought I was doing everything right… and then at 55, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis. What the actual?!” In this powerful episode, Nicole van Hattem opens up about her diagnosis — how she found out, what was missed, and why so many women are blindsided by bone loss during menopause. You’ll learn:   Why osteoporosis is called the silent thief and how it can progress undetected for years   How inflammation, stress, and hormone changes quietly weaken your bones   The difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis (and why it matters)   The role of estrogen, calcium, vitamin D, and lifestyle in protecting your bones   How to advocate for yourself with your GP and request a DEXA scan before it’s too late   This isn’t a story of fear — it’s one of empowerment. You'll learn who to turn shock into strategy before it's too late. 🎧 Listen now, and don’t miss Part 2 — where you'll learn exactly how to rebuild bones and confidence.  ✨ Mentions &amp; Resources:   Hot &amp; Healthy Menopause podcast episode: “Rethink the Drink in Midlife”   Zinzino BalanceTest &amp; BalanceOil+ for inflammation and omega balance

184 - Bone Loss in Peri-Menopause: Silent Symptoms, Inflammation & When to Get a DEXA Scan

In Part 2 of this essential series, Nicole van Hattem walks you through the exact plan she created after her osteoporosis diagnosis — the experts she worked with, the lifestyle changes she made, and the science-backed strategies that are now helping her rebuild bone, strength, and confidence in midlife. You’ll learn:   How MHT (Menopause Hormone Therapy) protects bone and why you might choose it   The impact of caffeine, alcohol, inflammation &amp; omega imbalance on bone loss   Why stress is one of the most underestimated threats to bone health   The role of weight training, impact exercises &amp; balance work (including a laugh-out-loud moment trying heel drops with an exercise physiologist!)   What an endocrinologist actually does — and why you may need one   The specific tests to use to track progress: DEXA, Vitamin D, omega balance &amp; more   How symptom tracking, boundaries, and lifestyle design help protect both your bones and your independence   This episode is equal parts science and real talk — including the honest moment where Nicole had a little pity party, then gave herself a mindset reboot and got to work. Because strong bones aren’t built by hoping… they’re built by taking action. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to create your own bone-building roadmap.  ✨ Mentions &amp; Resources:   Zinzino BalanceTest &amp; BalanceOil+ for omega balance and inflammation   Episode: Rethink the Drink in Midlife   Episode: Caffeine &amp; Menopause — What You Need to Know

185 - Menopause Doesn’t Have to Break You: How I’m Rebuilding My Bones & Strength

Are you dropping your coffee, fumbling your keys, or feeling a bit clumsy lately? It’s not all in your head — and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of Hot &amp; Healthy Menopause, Nicole explores how hormone changes during menopause can subtly affect coordination, grip, and focus — and what you can do about it. You’ll learn: ✅ How fluctuating estrogen and dopamine affect movement and concentration ✅ Why sleep, eyesight, and circulation make a big difference ✅ Simple ways to strengthen your grip, balance, and confidence Because you’re not broken — you’re becoming. And I’m here to support you to live a hot and healthy life. Call to Action: Download your free Menopause Symptom Tracker at

186 - Menopause & Coordination: Why Your Hands Didn’t Get the Memo

In this episode of Hot &amp; Healthy Menopause, Nicole van Hattem explores how perimenopause is not a crisis but a crossroads. You’ll learn why this transition is your opportunity to pause, reassess, and make conscious choices about your health, relationships, finances, and future. Nicole shares her own story of brave, bold decisions — letting go of the life she was conditioned to believe she wanted, and intentionally creating one that truly fits. You’ll also discover:   💡 Why pulling your energy back into yourself is essential before making big life changes   🧠 How brain fog, emotional swings, and hormone shifts affect clarity and decision-making   ❤️ Why setting new boundaries can strengthen, not destroy, your relationships   💰 How to rethink your resources — time, money, energy — so you can move forward confidently   🌿 Why even small conscious changes (like decluttering) can free up energy and inspiration   Nicole also gets real about the tough stuff: resistance from others, rethinking long-term relationships, and the fear that comes when people don’t understand your evolution. ✨ Ready to create your roadmap for this next phase? Nicole offers tailored executive coaching to help you define your goals, build accountability, and enjoy the process of reinvention. Visit nicolevanhattem.com to learn how to work with her.

187 - Perimenopause & Conscious Choices: How to Make Clear, Confident Decisions in Midlife

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"Dr. Hotze's Wellness Revolution" is a paradigm shift in the way we look at modern medicine and gives listeners hope to get to the root cause of their symptoms, naturally.

Steven F. Hotze, M.D., is the founder and CEO of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, Hotze Vitamins and Hotze Pharmacy. His goal is to change the way women and men are treated in midlife. Dr. Hotze has helped thousands of individuals to get on a path of health and wellness and enjoy a better quality of life, naturally. 

Dr. Hotze is the best-selling author of Hormones, Health, and Happiness" and "Hypothyroidism, Health & Happiness and has appeared on hundreds of television and radio shows across the nation, including ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX affiliates, CBS' "The Morning Show" and The Biography Channel. He is also a regular guest on the KHOU Channel 11 morning program, "Great Day Houston" as well as radio talk shows across the country.

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