{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Stop Wasting Money: 7 Supplements That Are Ruining Your Hormones After 40","description":"Are your supplements actually making your menopause symptoms worse? Most women over 40 have a "supplement stack" they\u2019ve built based on articles, social media trends, and health store recommendations. But as a double board-certified OB\/GYN, I see the same pattern every day: women accidentally sabotaging their hormones with the very pills meant to fix them. In this episode, I reveal the 7 common supplements that could be distorting your lab results, accelerating cellular aging, or even blocking your HRT from working. From the "Biotin Trap" to the dangers of high-dose melatonin, we\u2019re breaking down the science and telling you exactly what to take instead. DISCLAIMER: Keep in mind, I am not your doctor. I put this video out for educational and informational purposes only. It is not to be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have a specific medical concern, please consult your own personal doctor or healthcare professional. \ud83c\udfa5 Watch this episode on YouTube: https:\/\/youtu.be\/2IGJY8FzcCA  In this in this episode, you will discover:  The FDA warning about Biotin and your thyroid labs. Why taking Iron "just in case" after menopause can be toxic to your liver. The "Calcium Paradox": Why your bone supplement might be calcifying your arteries. How DIM might be making your Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) less effective. The "Physiological Dose" of Melatonin (hint: it\u2019s much lower than your current pill). Stop guessing with your health. Watch to the end to learn how to audit your supplement cabinet and finally "test, don't guess. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Is Your Supplement Stack Working Against You? 01:19Patient Story: The "Hair Loss" Pill That Ruined Her Labs 02:14 The Biotin Trap: Why 5,000mcg is Too Much 04:03 Iron After Menopause: The Pro-Oxidant Risk 05:56 The Calcium Paradox: Why Your Bones Aren't Absorbing It 07:19 The DHEA Warning: Acne, Anxiety, and Unfiltered Hormones 09:16 Vitamin A vs. Vitamin D: The Competition at the Receptor 10:27 The DIM Controversy: Is It Blocking Your HRT? 12:33 Melatonin Overdose: The 0.3mg "Goldilocks" Rule 13:55 Test, Don't Guess: How to Audit Your Cabinet Work with me! Book your call here: https:\/\/www.drreneewellenstein.com\/work-with-me Shop My Favorites! Shop My Page: https:\/\/shopmy.us\/drrenee\/shelves Amazon Favorites: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/drreneewellenstein?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_2Q5HD01R6BW42HK05MSB Supplement Dispensary: https:\/\/www.designsforhealth.com\/u\/drreneewellenstein *I do make a small commission from sales of the above products.   \ud83d\udd17 Connect with me on social media @DrReneeWellenstein for daily tips, updates, and more! \ud83d\udccc Helpful Links & Resource \ud83d\udca1 Work with me: https:\/\/www.drreneewellenstein.com\/work-with-me  \u2605 Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drreneewellenstein\/  \u2605 Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheLibidoologist  \u2605 TikTok: https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@drreneewellenstein?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  \u2605 Pinterest: https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/drreneewellenstein\/  ","author_name":"The Real Heal - Intimate Conversations with Holistic Health Experts","author_url":"https:\/\/www.drreneewellenstein.com\/","html":"