{"podcast":{"title":"Functional Moms Podcast","slug":"functional-moms-podcast-6372285","podcast_index_feed_id":6372285,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/df9bd964/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://www.functionalmedicinecoachingmoms.com","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/37415329/37415329-1737837093504-34b8ed9d7624a.jpg","author":"Raquel B. Cartagena and Kristin Brucker","episode_count":112,"summary":"Are you aging well as a woman over 40? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by all things wellness -- losing weight, reducing stress, finding time to exercise, feeding yourself and your family healthy meals -- it goes on and on! Join us as we use lifestyle and functional medicine solutions, so we can age STRONG! Connect with your hosts Kristin Brucker and Raquel B. Cartagena on Instagram and YouTube @functionalmomspodcast *Always consult with a healthcare professional when making any healthy lifestyle changes. This podcast is for informational purposes only.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T22:19:54.009793+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/functional-moms-podcast-6372285"},"episode":{"title":"97. How to Manage Menopause Symptoms & Balance Hormones Naturally with Dr. Victoria Maizes","slug":"97-how-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-balance-hormones-naturally-with-dr-victoria-maizes","published_at":"2026-03-31T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/functional-moms-podcast-6372285/97-how-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-balance-hormones-naturally-with-dr-victoria-maizes","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/functional-moms-podcast-6372285","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/functionalmomspodcast/episodes/97--How-to-Manage-Menopause-Symptoms--Balance-Hormones-Naturally-with-Dr--Victoria-Maizes-e3h6ng4","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/df9bd964/podcast/play/117709764/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-30%2F421078811-44100-2-c8aa3a4cd8ce4.mp3","summary":"Are you struggling with menopause symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain, low energy, or hormonal imbalance? In this episode, Dr. Victoria Maizes , a leading expert in integrative medicine, shares science-backed, natural solutions to help you take control of your health. From nutrition and supplements to hormone therapy and holistic practices, you’ll learn what actually works for managing menopause effectively—without confusion or overwhelm. Dr. Maizes, founder of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and co-host of the Body of Wonder podcast with Dr. Andrew Weil, breaks down practical strategies to support your metabolism, hormones, and long-term wellness. We learn: ✔ Best diets for menopause (Mediterranean, vegan, low-carb, fasting) ✔ How gut health impacts hormones and weight ✔ Supplements that actually work (Vitamin D, Omega-3s & more) ✔ The truth about HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) ✔ Natural remedies like acupuncture & Chinese medicine ✔ How to support bone health and prevent osteoporosis ✔ Simple daily habits to reduce hot flashes & fatigue Connect with Dr. Maizes: https://www.drvictoriamaizes.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/body-of-wonder/id1505641549 Buy the Book, Heal Faster https://www.amazon.com/Heal-Faster-Unlock-Recovery-Reflex/dp/1668046024 Other Functional Moms Podcast menopause episodes: https://youtu.be/fOxBY9Iwrto?si=zwiqhtEW-87TeOm4 https://youtu.be/KSXWv2hOfYY?si=cryuo24HIS0tO1Nm https://youtu.be/tt9q2ZJ7_48?si=OynOobJrv7IL0Dsw Shop Functional Moms Podcast Supplement Store (25% OFF): https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/functional-moms Don't Forget To: ✔ Follow on Apple Podcasts & Spotify ⭐️ ✔ Subscribe to our YouTube for more expert health insights https://www.youtube.com/@functionalmomspodcast/ DISCLAIMER: Thi…","meta_description":"Are you struggling with menopause symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain, low energy, or hormonal imbalance? In this episode, Dr. Victoria Maizes , a lead…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2200,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/functional-moms-podcast-6372285/episodes/97-how-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-balance-hormones-naturally-with-dr-victoria-maizes/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/functional-moms-podcast-6372285/97-how-to-manage-menopause-symptoms-balance-hormones-naturally-with-dr-victoria-maizes.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}