Not Your Mother's Hormones

Are you experiencing the ups and downs of perimenopause or menopause feeling lost and a little crazy and unsure of what to do? Tune in to Not Your Mother's Hormones where we delve into the world of peri-menopause and menopause and discuss everything from the symptoms to the solutions. Join me, Christine Givant, a compounding pharmacist with extensive experience in healthy aging, as we navigate this exciting but challenging phase together. Get ready to reclaim your vitality and live your best life!

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26 May 2025

Dopamine Discipline: How to Peak and Avoid the Crash

In this episode, explore the intriguing world of dopamine, a critical neurotransmitter influencing our motivation and mood. Host Chris Givant delves into the role of dopamine in our pleasure and reward systems, explaining its significance in activities ranging from everyday tasks to momentous achievements. Discover how dopamine is not just about feeling good but is essential for sustainable effort and happiness over time. Learn why balancing your dopamine levels is crucial, and get tips on avoiding the pitfalls of dopamine 'dumps' while maintaining healthy baseline levels for optimal motivation and mental wellbeing.

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12 May 2025

Caffeine: Good or Bad? The Truth May Surprise You

In the latest episode of Not Your Mother’s Hormones, host Chris Givant dives deep into the complex world of caffeine. This episode challenges common myths, explores caffeine’s effects on the brain, and uncovers surprising health benefits. Chris explains caffeine’s role in blocking adenosine, its reinforcement of the brain's reward pathways, and dispels the misconception that caffeine directly provides energy. This enlightening discussion includes guidelines on consumption for optimal alertness without affecting sleep. Connecting the dots between caffeine's widespread use and the body's intricate responses, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage caffeine for longevity and wellness.

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28 April 2025

3 Common Nutrient Deficiencies (Even if You're Eating Healthy)

In this podcast episode, compounding pharmacist Chris Givant discusses a prevalent issue: the widespread epidemic of nutrient deficiencies. Despite eating a healthy diet, many people are still deficient in essential nutrients like Vitamin D, potassium, and magnesium. The reason? Changes in soil quality, increased toxins in the food supply, and the prevalence of chronic diseases. Givant emphasizes the need for supplementation to fill these gaps, as current food sources may not provide adequate nutrients.

These nutrients are essential in the fact that our bodies either don't make them or don't make enough of them AND your body needs them to survive. Hence, the critical nature of these deficiencies.

The episode breaks down the essential nature of these nutrients, their vital role in our health, and the consequences of their deficiency.

This is a must listen episode!

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14 April 2025

Mitochondrial Magic-Unlocking Longevity with Urolithin A 4/14/2025, 1:20:56 PM

In this podcast episode, Host Christine Givant introduces the upcoming transition from focusing on hormones to embracing the wider theme of longevity and healthspan. Not Your Mother's Hormones is becoming The Longevity Link to better explain the breadth of content.

In today's episode Chris emphasizes the importance of mitochondria and highlights the role of Urolithin A, a compound that supports mitochondrial health and function. Mitochondrial decline, a key factor in aging, can be mitigated by a process called mitophagy, which remove old and damaged mitochondria and replaces it with healthy, active mitochondria. Chris expresses excitement about Urolithin A's potential to invigorate these processes and improve overall health, urging listeners to explore this promising supplement in their own wellness journeys. She presents studies that are overwhelmingly positive with regards to Urolithin A and it's potential to positively impact both healthspan and lifespan!

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31 March 2025

Insulin Resistance and 'Skinny Fat': Why You Might Not Know You're Metabolically Unhealthy

In this episode of "Not Your Mother's Hormones" (soon to be changed to "The Longevity Link" )host Christine Givant RPh takes a deep dive on insulin resistance and its role in various health issues such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. By decoding the complexities of metabolic health, listeners can learn how lifestyle changes, especially in diet, can significantly impact their overall well-being. She reveals shocking statistics that illustrate the vast majority of Americans have some level of insulin sensitivity and even more importantly, most people don't know they have it. She explains the term "skinny fat" and why just because you are thin or normal weight doesn't guarantee you are metabolically healthy. Chris provides you with a path forward to potentially slow or even reverse your insulin resistance.

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17 March 2025

Ozempic and Beyond: The Truth About GLP-1's for Weight Loss and Beyond

Announcement: 'Not Your Mother's Hormones' will be rebranded to 'The Longevity Link' in order to better encapsulate the content being provided this season. We are touching on a broader range of topics that embrace healthspan, lifespan and longevity. Look for the change soon!

In this episode of 'Not Your Mother's Hormones,' Christine Givant explores the incredible potential of GLP1 agonists, a class of drugs that includes popular treatments like Ozempic and Mounjaro (semaglutide and Tirzepatide).

Initially used for diabetes management, these drugs have been shown to support weight loss in a dramatic fashion and explains that they are not side-effect free. Christine goes on to explain evidence that these drugs may also improve cardiovascular health, decrease inflammation and potentially play a role in staving off Alzheimer's Disease. Chris discusses the moral dilemmas surrounding their use, emphasizing the positive potential for individuals to reduce or eliminate the need for multiple prescriptions. Christine also introduces the idea of Microdosing these peptides to treat obesity and many other indications with little to no side-effects. She explains the important role of the compounding pharmacy in delivering unique versions of these medications where warranted. As we eagerly anticipate the show's rebranding to 'The Longevity Link,' this episode sets the stage for upcoming discussion for extending healthspan, lifespan and longevity.

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