The DUTCH Podcast

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In this episode, Dr. Christine Maren joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone health in perimenopausal and menopausal women and how bone health is connected to the immune system, gut health, and hormone therapy. 
Their conversation also explores: 
Bone as a dynamic tissue that’s constantly rebuilding 
The importance of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone for slowing bone breakdown and supporting bone building 
Mechanical loading, hormones, gut health, and overall nutrition as higher-impact factors compared to calcium supplementation for bone health 
The benefits of hormone therapy for bone health 
Missed markers on conventional lab panels that could catch potential issues early, like thyroid, ferritin, and insulin 
Show Notes 
Learn more about Dr. Christine Maren and follow her on Instagram @drchristinemaren! 
Check out the study on transdermal estradiol mentioned in this episode. 
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In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore the estrobolome and its role in metabolizing estrogen and progesterone, stress and cortisol as a driver of hormone imbalance, and DUTCH Test patterns that can signal gut dysfunction. 
Cynthia and Dr. Jaclyn also discuss: 
How gut health can impact hormone metabolism, not just digestion 
The many roles of progesterone, including GABA signaling, myelin maintenance, and neuroplasticity 
Cyclical symptom tracking to determine hormonal versus non-hormonal anxiety 
The differences between bioidentical hormone therapy, oral contraceptives, and synthetic progestins 
Simple daily habits to support gut and hormone health 
Show Notes 
Check out Cynthia Thurlow’s book, The Menopause Gut, and follow her on Instagram @cynthia_thurlow_! 
Discover easy at-home collection for patients with DUTCH Direct. 
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In this episode, Dr. Tara Scott and Mark Newman join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore hormone misinformation, the differences between hormone testing methods, and the hormonal drivers often missed by single-point testing. 
Their conversation also covers: 
The benefits and risks of using AI to interpret hormone labs 
What single-point testing can miss when it comes to cortisol testing and cycle mapping 
The importance of baseline and follow-up hormone testing versus the conventional symptom to prescription pipeline 
How common symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and anxiety can have overlapping hormonal drivers that may not be noticeable in single-marker testing 
The increase in virtual care and how patients in underserved areas are gaining access to specialized hormone care 
Show Notes 
Learn more about Dr. Tara Scott and personalized hormone care through Forum Health.
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In this episode, Phoebe Liebling joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone loss, mixed messaging in fitness and nutrition culture that can damage bone density, and the critical role of estrogen in bone remodeling. 
Their conversation also covers: 
The invisible and non-linear nature of bone loss 
Estrogen as a stimulant for osteoblast activity and calcium retention 
Common habits like chronic under fueling, excess cardio, and fasted training and how they can quietly contribute to bone loss 
How typical DXA scans begin at 65, missing the fastest bone-loss window which occurs much earlier during perimenopause 
A practical framework for reversing bone loss through nutrient-dense eating, protein intake, and targeted supplementation 
Show Notes 
Learn more about Phoebe Liebling and follow her on Instagram @lieblinghealth! 
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In this episode, registered dietician Erin Kenney joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore the connection between gut health, diet, hormones, and the rising rates of colorectal cancer, particularly in younger adults. 
This episode also highlights: 
The critical role of fiber and gut microbiome diversity 
The link between ultra-processed food additives and gut inflammation 
How long-term elimination diets can reduce microbiome diversity and end up being harmful 
Tips for packaged food labels and proper digestion 
A practical colon-health checklist, including eating fermented foods daily and staying physically active 
Show Notes 
Learn more about Erin Kenney and follow her on Instagram @nutritionrewired! 
Explore easy at-home collection for patients with DUTCH Direct. 
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