Why Hormones “Misfire” in Midlife… And What to Actually Do About It!

I’ve been receiving so many thoughtful questions from followers lately, and today I want to address one that keeps coming up. The specific question was… “Why do hormones start to misfire later in life? How can we be better prepared? Will we need to keep making adjustments forever?”

These questions cut right to the heart of what so many women are experiencing in midlife – weird symptoms out of nowhere, and that sense that your body suddenly has a mind of its own!

Let me share what twenty years of working with women’s hormones has taught me…

After analyzing thousands of hormone panels for women in different life stages, I’ve identified three key patterns that explain why this “misfiring” happens:

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Back to Hormones…

1. Your hormone receptors often become less sensitive over time – it’s not just about a few hormone levels (which is all most doctors test), but about how efficiently your cells actually respond to those hormones. Think “cellular energy” which is a term that the ladies in The Wellness Collective have heard me mention A LOT lately!
   
2. The complex communication network between your hypothalamus, pituitary, and ovaries gradually shifts – creating timing changes in how hormones are released and regulated.  

And related… did you know that the adrenals take over for the ovaries after menopause? So imagine if your adrenals are over stressed before meno, then what happens?!

Environmental factors have a cumulative impact on hormone function – from gut health to toxic exposures to stress patterns that have built up over decades. In fact, I covered A TON on this in last week’s deep dive into DETOX in The Wellness Collective!

Here’s what conventional medicine misses: hormone changes aren’t just random chaos – they’re often predictable responses to both natural aging and accumulated lifestyle factors. The key is knowing what specific markers to track beyond the basic panels most doctors order.

Most practitioners are also still using outdated approaches: checking only estrogen and progesterone once a year or recommending generic supplements without considering your unique hormone balance, or lack thereof.

Let’s talk about three specific strategies to regain hormone balance:

1. Track your body temperature: Take your morning basal temperature before getting out of bed – a pattern of readings below 97.8°F often reveals thyroid-adrenal communication issues that standard blood tests miss completely.

2. Support cell membrane health: Incorporate specific fatty acids (especially phosphatidylcholine) to improve how effectively hormones actually enter your cells. This receptor function is often the missing piece in hormone protocols.

3. Break routine patterns: Your body becomes desensitized to the same inputs over time. Create strategic variation in your nutrition (protein amounts, meal timing), movement (intensity, duration, type), and stress management approaches. This pattern-breaking prevents adaptation fatigue and maintains hormone sensitivity.

To answer this follower’s final question!

Yes, you will need to make adjustments throughout your life, but these aren’t random shots in the dark. They can be viewed as strategic pivots based on your body’s evolving needs. Yet another reason I hate the term “maintenance…” but we’ll save that for another day lol

Think of hormone health like tending a garden rather than fixing a broken machine. The care required changes with the seasons of your life, but the fundamental principles remain consistent.

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There are answers. And frustration doesn’t have to be a way of life!!

If you’re good with where you are now, then awesome. Simply watch the blog for the next article, answering another follower question about optimizing sleep quality during hormone transitions – one of the most common concerns I hear from women over 40!

Taking the Next Step: Why Professional Guidance Matters

While understanding the principles of hormone health is a great start, implementing these approaches with Keto or Carnivore effectively can be complex. Here’s why working with an experienced nutrition practitioner can make all the difference:

Personalized Approach: Your metabolic plan should be tailored to your unique metabolic history, lifestyle, and goals. This is exactly what I do with my clients.

Proper Nutrient Balance: Ensuring you’re getting the right balance of macronutrients and micronutrients is crucial for success. Especially on Keto and Carnivore Diets!

Monitoring and Adjustments: Regular check-ins and adjustments are often necessary to optimize your results.

Functional Testing: the combination of bloodwork and functional testing, with the right strategic approach for Macronutrient balance can be a complete game changer for your long term results. The testing is key to further uncover other underlying imbalances that are affecting hormones, gut health, detoxification, and SO much more!

Embrace a New Approach to Sustainable Weight Loss, Fat Loss & Wellness!

If you’re tired of the endless cycle of restriction and frustration, it might be time to consider a new approach. When done correctly, and especially when combined with bloodwork and functional testing protocols, this can be the key to unlocking your body’s potential, repairing your metabolism, and finally achieving the sustainable results you’ve been seeking.

Remember, your journey to optimal health and the body you desire doesn’t have to be a lonely struggle. With the right guidance and a personalized approach, you can break free from the calorie-cutting trap and embark on a path to lasting wellness and vitality.

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