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Best ADHD Podcasts for Women

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Wellbeing

If you’re a woman navigating ADHD—whether you’re newly diagnosed, in your 30s or 40s, or noticing your symptoms intensify during PMS or perimenopause—this list is for you. ADHD in women often goes unrecognized or misunderstood. But the right podcast can help you feel validated, supported, and equipped with tools that actually work for your brain and body. From hormone-aware strategies …

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The Benefits of a Weighted Vest for Women

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Wellbeing

A weighted vest is a fitness tool that adds extra resistance to your body by evenly distributing weight across your torso. By making your muscles work harder during everyday movements—like walking, running, or bodyweight exercises—it can help you burn more calories, build muscle endurance, strengthen bones, and improve posture and balance. Weighted vests aren’t just for athletes. Research shows they …

Vitamin B Complex Vitamins

How to Choose the Best Vitamin B Complex Vitamins

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Balancing Your Hormones, Thyroid & Hormone Balance, Wellbeing

B vitamins are such an important part of keeping your body functioning at its best. These essential vitamins (of which there are eight) help turn the food you eat into energy, support your brain health, and even contribute to glowing skin and healthy hair. They’re also essential for producing red blood cells, which keep you feeling strong and energized.  Let’s …

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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Autoimmune Disease, Exercise, Wellbeing

If you’ve ever stood up and felt your heart race, your head spin, and an overwhelming wave of fatigue wash over you, you’re probably wondering what’s wrong and what the cause is. For some people, these symptoms aren’t just an occasional dizzy spell—they’re an everyday battle.  Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that affects the autonomic nervous system …

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Women’s Health Trends to Look Out for in 2025

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Wellbeing

I’m excited to say that women’s wellness is entering a transformative phase in 2025 that blends the latest technology with a holistic focus, personalized medicine, and sustainable practices to address different health needs.  Women’s wellness in 2025 will be marked by innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability. Gone are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach to wellbeing. From menopause management to cycle …

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Heart Palpitations in Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Perimenopause/ Menopause, Wellbeing

Leading up to and during menopause, women experience significant hormonal changes that can impact their cardiovascular health, including in unexpected ways. Hormones like estrogen are important for maintaining a healthy heart—but their decline during perimenopause and menopause can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.  It’s common for women to experience symptoms like heart palpitations and changes in blood pressure during …

What Your Fingernails Say About Your Health

What Your Fingernails Say About Your Health

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Balancing Your Hormones, Wellbeing

Your fingernails can provide valuable insights into your health. Nail issues, such as breakage, abnormal shape, and discoloration, can arise from factors including nutrient deficiencies1, poor circulation, chronic diseases, and hormonal imbalances.  Your nails are actually a helpful window into your body’s nutrient status, internal organ function, and even chronic conditions.  In this article, we’ll explore how different fingernail issues …

Red S

Understanding Red S: The Hidden Health Risk for Athletes and Active Individuals

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Menstrual Cycle, Wellbeing

If you’re an athlete or a very active person and you’re experiencing changes in your menstrual cycle, energy, mood, and performance—especially if you eat a restrictive diet— you might be suffering from Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, also called RED-S. RED-S, formerly known as the Female Athlete Triad Syndrome, is more prevalent than many might expect. It affects athletes across …

Benefits of Cold Plunges

Cold Plunge Benefits for Women, According to A Hormone Expert

Dr. Jolene BrightenPublished: Mind-Body, Wellbeing

Immersing your body in very cold or nearly freezing water might be uncomfortable, but it can be worth it — considering it’s a habit that’s linked to many health benefits, such as a boost in circulation and metabolism1 and a reduction in pain and inflammation.  That said, for women, the benefits and considerations of cold plunging can be influenced by …