Are unexplained weight gain, insomnia, and migraines keeping you from feeling your best, even when you’re living a healthy lifestyle? That’s exactly what happened to our guest, Karen Martell, a certified hormone specialist who turned her struggles into a mission to help others. In this episode of the Biohacking Beauty podcast, Karen shares her journey and dives deep into the critical role hormones play in our well-being, particularly for women navigating peri- and post-menopause. We explore the benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), dispelling common myths and discussing its potential to reduce the risks of Alzheimer’s and dementia and so much more. We also tackle cutting-edge weight loss strategies, including the power of peptides like GLP-1 agonists for weight management and growth hormone peptides for better skin, sleep, and sexual function. Karen Martell is a certified hormone specialist, transformational nutrition coach, and women's weight loss expert. She specializes in hormone health, particularly for women navigating peri- and post-menopause, and is passionate about empowering women to take control of their well-being through personalized hormone therapy, innovative weight loss strategies, and holistic nutrition. Karen is also the host of the Karen Martel Podcast, where she shares insights on hormone health, longevity, and wellness. We also discuss: (00:07) Hormonal Health and Skin Rejuvenation (14:55) Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy (24:27) Hormone Replacement Therapy Realities (31:38) Hormone Replacement Therapy Options and Benefits (40:22) Peptides and Weight Loss Strategy (51:30) Nutrition, Fasting, and Thyroid Health (56:55) Hormone Replacement Therapy and Lifestyle (01:08:14) Acne Scars and Breakouts Solutions To learn more about Young Goose: Use code PODCAST10 to get 10% off your first purchase, and if you’re a returning customer use the code PODCAST5 to get 5% off at https://www.younggoose.com/   Instagram: @young_goose_skincare To learn more about Karen Martel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenmartelhormones/ Website: https://karenmartel.com/ Podcast: The Hormone Solution Podcast