Eps 414: GLP-1s, Peptides & Modern Women’s Health with Alex Mufson

Why does your nervous system feel stuck in overdrive, no matter how much you rest?In this episode, I’m joined by Alex Mufson to unpack why so many high-functioning women in midlife feel reactive, depleted, anxious, and disconnected from their bodies, even when they’re doing everything “right.” If your body feels harder to manage now than it did 10 years ago, this conversation will help you feel seen, validated, and more equipped to understand what’s actually happening beneath the surface. Tune in now! Episode Timeline: 00:00 – When Everything Looks “Normal”01:45 – Alex’s Health Crisis Story05:39 – High-Functioning Women & Burnout10:28 – Why Women Ignore Symptoms12:17 – Traditional vs Regulatory Medicine14:16 – Learning To Trust Your Body17:30 – Why Women Need Fat20:01 – Food Noise & Satiety21:43 – Gut Healing & Dairy23:25 – GLP-1s And Malnutrition28:23 – Hidden Survival Mode Markers32:37 – Dopamine, Survival & Fat Storage35:20 – Probiotics Gone Wrong38:14 – Blood Sugar & Anxiety Loops42:35 – Microdosing GLP-1 Peptides47:48 – Cognitive Peptides Explained51:18 – Signs You Need Support54:27 – Low Dose Naltrexone Explained57:50 – Chronic Inflammation & Pain1:00:24 – Foundations Before Optimization1:02:35 – Where To Find AlexConnect with About Alex Mufson:• Instagram: @alex.mufson• Website:www.canaryhousehealing.com• Substack: https://alexmufson.substack.com/🔗 Links & Resources🌐Beam Minerals:(USE DISCOUNT CODE: BRIA at checkout for 20% off) 🌐AG1: DrinkAG1.com/BRIA (for a free $76 gift when you try AG1) 🌐 Website:🎧 Listen to past episodes: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Make Nutrition Easy In Perimenopause: 📝 Grab The Ultimate Guide To Peptides For Perimenopause: 📩 Book a Free Discovery Call:Connect with me: Connect with Bria on Instagram: Learn more about Bria’s coaching program: Subscribe to The Period Whisperer Podcast - Spotify - YouTube