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Menopause Reimagined with Andrea DonskyAuthor: Andrea Donsky, nutritionist
Welcome to Menopause Reimagined, your go-to podcast for transformation and education around menopause and midlife wellness.Im Andrea Donsky, your host. With over 20 years as a multiple-award-winning nutritionist, four-time published researcher, and menopause educator, I bring you real talk and trusted guidance. As co-founder of wearemorphus.com, Im dedicated to helping you take control of your perimenopause and menopause journey.Each episode is designed to empower you with actionable insights. You can expect deep dives into nutrition, lifestyle shifts, supplements, hormone management, and the latest womens health research. We cover sexual health, mental well-being, practical tips, and more, all with a focus on helping you thrive confidently and naturally through every stage of midlife.No topic is off limits. My mission is to banish the stigma of menopause by talking about it openly and honestly. Youre not crazy or aloneweve got each other.If you find value in the show, please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform because it helps more women discover these empowering conversations. And dont forget to share your favorite episodes and interviews with friends and loved ones who might benefit.Follow me on TikTok (@andreadonsky) & Instagram (@andreadonsky & @wearemorphus).Thanks for listening! Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Sexuality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep #180: The Essential Perimenopause Tests Every Woman Needs with Dr. Emaline Brown
Friday, 6 February, 2026
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 a text ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagine💊 Shop Morphus: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Pre-order Nourishing Menopause (Due out May 5, 2026) Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4r2IDz3 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/3VdDA0VOur sponsors:CODE: MORPHUS- EnergyBits: https://bit.ly/49f05YV- BEAM Minerals: https://bit.ly/43MrfFL- Jaspr: https://bit.ly/3C1n9hq- OneSkin: https://bit.ly/4lX2wVwCODE: MORPHUS15- Qualia: https://bit.ly/42mtvmxCODE MORPHUS20:- Oxford Healthspan: https://bit.ly/4kzl3qRFOLLOW 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.
