Ever found yourself wondering if what's happening with your body is normal?  And when heading to Dr. Google leaves you more confused than ever - it’s hard to know where to turn for the real deal.  I’ve got you! In this episode of Habits & Hustle, I’m joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten, a board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, and fierce women’s health advocate. Together we discuss how to identify signs of hormonal issues, such as mood swings, insomnia, acne or hair loss and what that means for your hormones.  She also shares the critical role of diet, particularly fiber intake, in maintaining a healthy microbiome for long-term health and weight management. And some of the most unusual things you can add to your smoothie to boost your libido.  Dr. Jolene Brighten is an internationally acclaimed hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology, trained in clinical sexology, and completely dedicated to uncovering the root cause of hormonal imbalances. What we discuss… (03:42) How to recognize the signs of hormonal imbalance (11:43) The shocking reality of stress and depression in Gen X and Millennials  (16:34) Simple ways to take care of your microbiome, increase fiber, and reduce belly fat  (24:10) Navigating nutrition controversy and bias in the world of social media  (29:51) The true power of being properly hydrated for muscle and brain health (35:24) Easy nutrient dense foods to boost your libido  (38:58) The important role progesterone plays in female health  (56:40) Getting the right supplements & testing to optimize hormone health  …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: Pendulum: head over to pendulumlife.com and use my special code HUSTLE15 for 15% off your order. Therasage: go to therasage.com and use code B-BOLD for 15% off Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen  Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Dr. Brighten: Website: https://drbrighten.com/ Instagram: @drjolenebrighten YouTube: @drjolenebrighten Order the Book: https://drbrighten.com/is-this-normal/