The Dr. Brighten Show: Empowering Conversations on Women’s Health and Hormones
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Latest Episodes
How Hormones and Menopause Affect ADHD: What No One’s Telling You | Dr. Jolene Brighten
Did you know that when estrogen drops during perimenopause and menopause, ADHD symptoms can skyrocket? If you’ve felt like your ADHD got worse overnight—or that your once-manageable brain fog, mood swings, or forgetfulness have taken over—you're not imagining things. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, we uncover the science behind how hormones like estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, insulin, and …
Complex Trauma, Cortisol Chaos & the Autoimmune Connection | Justin Janoska
What if your autoimmune symptoms aren’t just about food, infections, or even your labs, but about the unresolved pain your body has carried for decades? In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten sits down with Justin Janoska, founder of The Autoimmune Revolution, to unpack the invisible—but measurable—impact of Complex Trauma on women’s health. From the emotional …
Period Pain Relief for Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and Hormonal Imbalances | Dr. Jolene Brighten
What if everything you’ve been told about period pain is wrong? In this eye-opening episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten—board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and hormone expert—blows the lid off the myth that suffering through painful periods is just part of being a woman. With a deeply personal story of being dismissed for nearly three decades before finally being …
Articles
When to Take Progesterone for Perimenopause
If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and feeling like your body and mood are shifting, you’re not imagining things. Perimenopause can be a confusing time—one that causes a lot of shifts in how you feel, even when your labs seem “normal.” And the question of when to take progesterone for perimenopause is a common one many women are …
SHBG Hormone Levels: How Diet, Lifestyle, and Supplements Influence This Overlooked Hormone Marker
If you’ve ever felt like your hormone lab results were “normal,” yet your symptoms—fatigue, acne, low libido, mood swings— screamed otherwise, then you’re not imagining things. One key piece that’s often missing from the reproductive health conversation is SHBG, or sex hormone-binding globulin. This under-the-radar protein has a powerful impact on how your hormones behave, and it’s time we start …
What Is the Best Multivitamin for Women Over 50?
As women reach their 50s and beyond, their nutritional needs shift1. Hormonal changes, a slower metabolism, and a greater focus on bone health, cardiovascular support, and cognitive function all mean that choosing the right multivitamin for women over 50 is more important than ever. With so many supplement options on the market, how do you know what is the best …
Does Endometriosis Go Away After Menopause? Here's the Truth
There’s a common belief that menopause “cures” endometriosis. No more periods = no more pain, right? Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. While some women do experience symptom relief after menopause, others continue to struggle with endometriosis after menopause-related pain. In some cases, endo symptoms can even get worse during the menopausal transition. In this article, we’ll unpack what really …
How to Choose the Best Vitamin B Complex Vitamins
B vitamins are such an important part of keeping your body functioning at its best. These essential vitamins (of which there are eight) help turn the food you eat into energy, support your brain health, and even contribute to glowing skin and healthy hair. They’re also essential for producing red blood cells, which keep you feeling strong and energized. Let’s …
Why Can’t I Sleep? The Real Reasons for Perimenopause Sleep Issues (and What Actually Helps)
If you’re in your 40s and suddenly waking up at 3 a.m.—wide-eyed, sweating, and wondering if something is seriously wrong with you—please know you’re not alone. Sleep disturbances are one of the most common and frustrating symptoms of perimenopause, affecting between 40-60% of menopausal women1, and they often show up even before your periods start changing. Despite how common perimenopause …
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What others say
Dr. Brighten's work is so important for women's health. Whenever women with thyroid, menstrual or fertility issues come to work with Dr. Brighten they find have better periods, feel better, they have more energy and in many cases they are able to reverse their conditions. I highly recommend Dr. Brighten's work.Dr. Izabella Wentz, Thyroid Pharmacist, NYT Best Selling Author of Hashimoto's Protocol
Dr. Jolene Brighten is a powerful force supporting women’s health and well-being. In a world where oral contraceptives are doled out like candy, Dr. Brighten guides women through reestablishing hormonal balance and reclaiming their lives. This book will help countless women in great need.Maya Shetreat-Klein, MD, author of The Dirt Cure
If you are a woman and you are dealing with hormone issues, adrenal issues or a thyroid condition then this is your go-to doctor. Her clinic will help you restore your hormones, get your energy back and improve your period. I have been recommending my readers to her for many years because she gets the results that you are desiring.Dr. Mariza Snyder, Best Selling Author
Dr. Jolene Brighten and her women health clinics help women address their hormone imbalances and autoimmune disease by getting to the root cause.Dr. Trevor Cates, Spa Doctor, Best Selling Author
Dr. Brighten is someone I look to help me often with patients that I have questions about with women's health issues. I find that her wisdom and knowledge of women's health is unparalleled. I really value her expertise.Dr. Alejandra Carrsaco Functional Medicine MD