Ep #180: The Essential Perimenopause Tests Every Woman Needs with Dr. Emaline Brown

In this episode of Menopause Re-Imagined, host Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist, published menopause researcher, author, menopause educator and co-founder of wearemorphus.com, and guest Dr. Emaline Brown, a licensed naturopathic doctor and Clinical Lab Educator at Vibrant Wellness, discuss why women in perimenopause and menopause should consider functional medicine testing, emphasizing the saying, "don't guess, test". Topics Covered:Hormone Testing Types: Traditional blood tests, saliva tests, and urine tests.Cortisol and Stress (HPA Axis): For assessing the "get up and go signal" and stress responses.Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) and Obesogens: What they are and why we should avoid them.Estrogen Detoxification: The different pathways for estrogen detoxification or removal, and how to support them with nutrition and supplements.Micronutrients and Omega-3 Index Testing: The importance of micronutrients, like minerals (i.e,. magnesium) and balancing omegas for overall wellness.The Gut-Hormone Connection: The factor that can "pull the anchor" off estrogen that was meant for excretion, causing it to keep circulating and leading to estrogen dominance.Links from the ShowAccess to Testing: Vibrant Wellness tests must be ordered through a healthcare practitioner. A provider directory is available for patients seeking a qualified professional.FOR PROVIDERS: HOW TO SIGN UP FOR A VIBRANT ACCOUNT https://vibrant-wellness.com/for-providers FOR PATIENTS: HOW TO FIND A PROVIDER https://directory.vibrant-wellness.com/? Tara Scott Interview https://youtu.be/_hdj8kTVlTsEndocrine Disruptors with Leah Segedie: Part 1: https://youtu.be/OG_r4S8ngy8Part 2: https://youtu.be/WN99e-FffZcPart 3: https://youtu.be/kBfVO22R7j4Send us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4xaREJK Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO  ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.