#217 - Why Your Hormones Might Be the Reason You Can't Lose Body Fat

Summary:   The work that naturopathic doctors do go beyond what you're used to with traditional health care. In today's episode, Diane sits down with NMD, Naturopath, Dr. Zahara Sundermeyer to discuss all things hormones, fat loss, and everything in between. They'll dive into topics like key factors that prevent women from fat loss, when to get your lab work and hormones checked, supplements to help get you back on track, and what to expect working with a naturopathic doctor.   Key Takeaways:   03:42 - Meet Dr. Sundermeyer and how she got started in naturopathic medicine 06:04 - The #1 key factor preventing you from fat loss  09:47 - Environmental factors & preventative lifestyles that affect your estrogen levels 13:15 - Should you add DIM supplements into your routine? 15:04 - What is DIM? 17:28 - DIM vs. HRT 19:03 - How to tell if your progesterone levels are good 19:58 - Is post-menopausal fat loss without HRT possible? 25:13 - Common hesitations for women considering HRT 28:35 - Testosterone & how it relates to women's hormones 32:09 - Side effects of low testosterone 35:17 - Why getting your labs done in certain hormonal cycles matter 44:42 - Does PCOS change testosterone supplementation? 47:29 - How extreme dieting contributes to hormone disruption 51:55 - Simple ways to manage your cortisol 53:12 - Fatty liver disease and its effects on your hormones 54:24 - Thyroid balance: normal numbers but still symptomatic  58:31 - What is T3 & T4? 59:27 - The best way to supplement with BCAA's 1:02:29 - Answering your naturopathic & telemedicine woes 1:08:03 - Next steps after you commit to working with a naturopathic doctor   Resources Mentioned:   Dim Supplements: https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Supplements-Diindolylmethane-D-Glucarate-Capsules/dp/B07FCXFLXQ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=UQMM38NKR27B&keywords=now+supplement+dim&qid=1701744360&sprefix=now+supplement+%2Caps%2C390&sr=8-3https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Supplements-Diindolylmethane-D-Glucarate-Capsules/dp/B07FCXFLXQ/ref=sr_1_3?crid=UQMM38NKR27B&keywords=now+supplement+dim&qid=1701744360&sprefix=now+supplement+%2Caps%2C390&sr=8-3  Endol 3 Carbinol Supplements: https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Indole-3-Carbinol-I3C-200-Capsules/dp/B0013OSN6A/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1OZ8DVPP4SK51&keywords=endol3+carbinol&qid=1701744556&sprefix=endol3+carbin%2Caps%2C436&sr=8-3  Other supplements mentioned: https://ihfactors.com/    Connect with Dr. Sundermeyer:   Website: https://infusionhealth.org/  Email: [email protected]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infusion_health/ , https://www.instagram.com/zahara.sophia/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@regenerative.medicine    Connect with Diane & Amanda:   GET ON MY E-MAIL NEWSLETTER HERE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaglitters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro   Ask me anything! E-mail: [email protected]    Work with Diane:   Get your personalized Physique Assessment here!  Sign up and join The Goddess Body Project 12 week program! Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE Check out the Ditch Deprivation 12 week Diet Coaching Program Check out the New Client Offer at Venus  Join the Sensual Dance Movement and feel confident in your skin Get your FREE backstage packing list for competition here   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: "Diane" at check out Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio for 20% off first order Visit Titan Nutrition for the exclusive offer for BossBitch listeners *Promo code BossBitch at check out Visit HiYo for 20% off non-alcoholic beverages HERE  Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)    Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane