Is your relationship with alcohol affecting your well-being? Listen in as Katie Lain, Founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, shares her transformative journey from struggling with alcohol use disorder for nearly 10 years to discovering the Sinclair Method, which completely transformed her relationship with alcohol.

Discover how the Sinclair Method offers a 70-80% success rate in helping individuals regain control over their drinking habits, and learn about the concept of extinction in alcohol addiction treatment.

Join us as we challenge the stigma around alcohol use disorder, the societal pressures to drink, the challenges faced by individuals trying to abstain from alcohol, and explore a revolutionary approach to reclaiming control over your relationship with alcohol.

Also, don't miss out on my FREE E-book, "A Woman's Guide to Estrogen Dominance," providing insights into managing health issues related to estrogen dominance during perimenopause. Download your copy at https://bit.ly/49ZUiWh.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:35] Drinking and its effects.

[00:04:13] Controlling alcohol consumption methods.

[00:09:37] Alcohol abuse in older adults.

[00:12:00] Overcoming alcoholism with medication.

[00:15:32] Alcohol's impact on the body.

[00:16:43] Pharmacological extinction through the Sinclair Method.

[00:21:20] The Sinclair Method for addiction.

[00:23:19] Naltrexone for alcohol use disorder.

[00:26:25] Alcohol treatment industry insights.

[00:30:29] Alcohol deprivation effect.

[00:33:34] Alcohol use disorder stigma.

[00:35:33] Slippery slope of increased drinking.

[00:39:43] Alcohol-free but not free.

[00:42:07] Alcohol addiction development insights.

[00:43:34] Addiction and family history.

[00:48:49] Alcohol craving and brain rewiring.

[00:49:10] Alcohol consumption and breast cancer.

Memorable Quotes:

"Not realizing that by repeatedly drinking and also drinking to excess, I was changing my brain and causing this addiction to really set into my brain. And so that's really something that I think is empowering to know that when we have an addiction, it's kind of hijacked our brain. And when we go on the Sinclair Method, it reverses that." – Katie Lain

"My perspective is what doctors don't understand is the craving issue. Because logically, yes, abstinence is probably the safest. And it makes the most sense. It's the easiest to measure. But what I feel like was completely not talked about and ignored in my years of struggle is that mental preoccupation with drinking and the thinking about it." – Katie Lain

Links Mentioned:

FREE E-Book “A Woman's Guide to Estrogen Dominance”: https://bit.ly/49ZUiWh

Connect with Katie Lain:

Website: https://www.thrivealcoholrecovery.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embody_daily

Connect with Betty Murray:

Living Well Dallas Website: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset Website: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Ever wondered why sugar seems to have a sneaky grip on our well-being? Today, I'm diving deep into the link between sugar intake and menopause. Discover how this seemingly innocent ingredient can heighten hot flashes, mood swings, and weight concerns during this transformative phase.

Let’s uncover the impact of sugar on hormone imbalances, metabolic shifts, and overall vitality during menopause. From untangling insulin resistance's role to understanding the ripple effects of chronic inflammation, you'll gain valuable insights into how sugar can amplify menopausal challenges.

Ready to take charge? Tune in as I share practical strategies to bid farewell to sugar cravings and embrace a nourishing diet for your menopause journey. From revamping your plate with nutrient-rich choices to decoding sugar's impact on mood and energy, this episode equips you with the tools to navigate menopause with confidence and grace.

And don't forget to grab your FREE copy of "Mastering the Pause: The Guide to Menopause Mastery." It's your personalized roadmap to reclaiming balance and vitality during this transformative time. Download your guide at guide.hormoneshelp.com and step into a healthier, harmonious you.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:29] Breaking up with sugar.

[00:05:06] Sugar's impact on neurotransmitters.

[00:09:42] Sugar and inflammation in menopause.

[00:13:48] Sugar's role in modern diets.

[00:16:50] Sugar consumption through generations.

[00:18:27] Sugar as a hidden preservative.

[00:22:50] Healthy plate portion guide.

[00:26:52] Reducing disease risk by cutting sugar.

Memorable Quotes:

"When you stop eating sugar, you're going to go through an opiate withdrawal that is going to last a couple of days, but then you're going to feel better, right? Energy comes up, the first couple of days you might feel grouchy and moody, but as you come off of all that sugar, you're going to feel so much better." – Betty Murray

"Make the decision to break up with sugar because it's like a bad boyfriend that shows up, gaslights you, and then leaves every night, leaves you crying on the couch. You no longer want sugar in your life." – Betty Murray

Links Mentioned:

FREE E-Book “Mastering The Pause: The Guide to Menopause Mastery”: https://guide.hormoneshelp.com/

Connect with Betty Murray:

Living Well Dallas Website: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset Website: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/

Is your body speaking a new language since menopause? Dive into the often-overlooked topic of joint pain with me on Menopause Mastery. In this episode, we uncover how hormonal changes during menopause can trigger inflammation, joint pain, and tendon issues. Learn about the impact of estrogen and progesterone on musculoskeletal health and discover strategies to preserve muscle mass and reduce joint pain.

Tune in to understand the underlying causes of menopausal joint pain and gain practical tips on managing and alleviating these symptoms. From tailored exercises to dietary adjustments and the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy, I cover everything you need to know. If you or someone you know is dealing with joint pain during menopause, don't miss out on this episode!

Don't miss out on valuable insights and solutions. Download my FREE E-book, "Mastering The Pause: The Guide to Menopause Mastery," for a roadmap to reclaiming balance and vitality during the menopause transition. Get your copy at https://guide.hormoneshelp.com/.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:29] Joint pain and menopause.

[00:05:32] Inflammatory pathways and joint pain.

[00:09:25] Excessive physical activity causing joint pain.

[00:12:25] Menopause and tendon inflammation.

[00:14:24] Menopause and musculoskeletal pain.

[00:19:10] Women and osteoarthritis risks.

[00:22:20] Hormone replacement benefits.

[00:27:18] Hormone replacement and health.

[00:29:05] Menopause joint and tendon pain.

Memorable Quotes:

"We have a lot of pain medications that go in and sort of stop those inflammatory pathways. But the problem with stopping something is it's kind of like damming a stream way upstream. When you do that, you're going to have downstream effects. So, in a lot of cases, what we want is for those streams to be modulated. We want to make sure that they do the right thing, but they're not overly expressing themselves." – Betty Murray

"The lack of symptoms doesn't mean that there's not a problem. And that the simple fact is when we lose our hormones, we go through a significant period of change. Our brain changes, our bones change, our muscle changes, every part of our body changes because every single cell except for red blood cell and a cell in the brain have receptors for hormones, particularly estrogen." – Betty Murray

Links Mentioned:

FREE E-Book “Mastering The Pause: The Guide to Menopause Mastery”: https://guide.hormoneshelp.com/

Contact Betty Murray: https://www.bettymurray.com/contact-us/

Connect with Betty Murray:

Living Well Dallas Website: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/

Hormone Reset Website: https://hormonereset.net/

Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/