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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 14 MIN

138. Natural Testosterone Support

from Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause · host Dr. Sara Poldmae | Healer, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine, and Functional Medicine Practitioner

Are you doing all the “right” things—maybe even considering testosterone therapy—but still not feeling your best?If you listened to last week’s episode on testosterone, you know how powerful hormone therapy can be. But here’s the truth: hormones don’t act in a vacuum. Your nervous system, your nutrition, your muscle mass, your sleep—they all shape how your hormones work.In this episode, I’m walking you through the foundational, natural strategies that support hormone health in midlife—whether you’re using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy or not. Because optimal health isn’t just about being in the “normal” range. It’s about creating the right internal environment so your body can truly thrive.This episode is a natural follow-up to our testosterone conversation —but today, we zoom out and talk about the bigger picture. In this episode: Why hormones don’t work in isolation—and what your nervous system and metabolism have to do with itThe real reason 30 grams of protein at breakfast can change your energy, mood, and hormone signalingWhy midlife women need healthy fats (yes, even cholesterol!) for optimal hormone productionThe truth about cholesterol in menopause—and why “just stop eating eggs” is far too simplisticHow fiber supports gut health and hormone metabolism (and why it’s often overlooked)Why resistance training is “hormone medicine” for midlife womenThe surprising midlife benefits of creatine—for muscle, metabolism, and even brain clarityWhy sleep is still the most underrated hormone support tool Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:Website: https://risingwomanproject.comInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmae Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

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Are you doing all the “right” things—maybe even considering testosterone therapy—but still not feeling your best? If you listened to last week’s episode on testosterone, you know how powerful hormone therapy can be. But here’s the truth: hormones don’t act in a vacuum. Your nervous system, your nutrition, your muscle mass, your sleep—they all shape how your hormones work. In this episode, I’m walking you through the foundational, natural strategies that support hormone health in midlife—wheth...

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