Part 2: Alcohol + Hormone Health with Dr. Brooke Scheller
January 16, 2024
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Here’s what to expect from this episode:
I’ve brought back Dr. Brooke Scheller so that we can zero in on the hormone side of alcohol consumption. This episode takes a deep dive into how alcohol impacts hormone health, shedding light on its effects on crucial sex hormones like estrogen, as well as other hormones, including cortisol.
While our discussion primarily revolves around women’s hormones, don’t worry – we touch on insights for men, too. So, whether you’re a woman curious about the specific hormonal effects of alcohol or a man seeking to understand its broader impact, this episode has valuable takeaways for everyone. So without further ado, let’s dive in!
Meet Dr. Brooke Scheller:
Brooke Scheller, DCN, CNS is a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, author, and the founder of Functional Sobriety, a nutrition-based program for alcohol reduction.
After finding freedom from alcohol in 2021, Dr. Brooke took her experience in sobriety and applied her expertise in nutrition and functional medicine to help others change their relationship with alcohol. Her approach results in improved brain health, mood, energy, focus, gut health, and hormone balance.
Her launch of Functional Sobriety led to the development of her online community, the Functional Sobriety Network, and several online programs with members across the globe. Functional Sobriety offers the first-ever custom supplement program for the sober and sober-curious. As a motivational speaker, Dr. Brooke helps to spread the word about functional nutrition, alcohol-free wellness, and the power of sobriety.
Topics covered on alcohol and hormone health:
- The impact of alcohol on hormone regulation in women, especially during significant life transitions and hormonal changes
- What impact alcohol consumption has on your blood sugar, insulin, thyroid function, and hunger and satiety hormones
- Dr. Brooke Scheller shares some of her best strategies for supporting alcohol elimination and addressing potential imbalances caused by alcohol consumption through nutrition and supplementation
- A discussion around excessive alcohol consumption and its link to decreased sperm quality and fertility issues in men
- What you need to know about considering the effects of alcohol on fertility in both partners (not just in women)
Resources Mentioned:
- Grab your copy of How to Eat to Change How You Drink by Dr. Brooke Scheller
- Check out Brooke’s FS Supplements
- Register for my FREE Training, 3 Steps to Transform Your Body with Macros
- Sign up to my transformative 8-week course, The Macro Body Method
- Looking to make a transformation of your own with the accountability and support to get you there in 16 weeks? Apply for the Macro Accelerator Program
Connect with Dr. Brooke:
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Related Episodes:
- Episode 28: Part 1: Alcohol’s Role in Nutrient Deficiencies & Gut Health with Dr. Brooke Scheller
- Episode 23: Danielle Gronich of Clearstem Skincare On: Beating Acne at Its Root
- Episode 19: The Truth About Fertility and Preconception with WeNatal
More about Mindin’ My Wellness:
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