From Hot Flashes to Healthspan: The FxMed Guide to Hormones & Longevity

From Hot Flashes to Healthspan: The FxMed Guide to Hormones & Longevity

Author: Dr. Kara Fitzgerald November 17, 2025 Duration: 1:04:16
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, Epigenetics
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In this episode of New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Dr. Kara Fitzgerald sits down with hormone and women’s health expert Dr. Carrie Jones to explore the powerful connection between mitochondrial health and women’s hormones. Together, they unpack how mitochondrial function influences hormone balance, metabolism, energy, mood, and resilience, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Jones shares practical, evidence-based strategies to support mitochondrial health for optimal hormonal balance, improved sleep, and emotional well-being.

Listeners will gain actionable insights into functional medicine approaches to women’s hormone health, including how mitochondrial vitality can help ease hormonal transitions and enhance longevity.

Check out the show notes at https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/ for the full list of links and resources.

GUEST DETAILS Dr. Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH, MSCP is an internationally recognized expert in women’s health and hormones. Known as the “Queen of Hormones,” she’s a naturopathic physician, educator, and Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations. With over 20 years in the field, Dr. Jones has shaped hormone education through her work with major functional labs and her hit podcast, Hello Hormones.

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In each episode of Dr. Kara Fitzgerald | New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Longevity, Epigenetics, host Dr. Kara Fitzgerald sits down with leading researchers and clinicians to explore the intricate science that is reshaping our approach to health. These conversations move beyond surface-level advice, digging into the mechanisms of epigenetics and the practical strategies for extending healthspan. You’ll hear detailed discussions on emerging research, with a focus on how our environment and choices influence genetic expression over a lifetime. This podcast is designed for anyone curious about the actionable science behind longevity, from healthcare practitioners seeking clinical insights to informed patients ready to engage deeply with their own wellness. The dialogue is grounded in functional medicine principles, translating complex studies into meaningful information that can be applied both in clinical settings and daily life. Dr. Fitzgerald guides these explorations with a clear and thoughtful perspective, ensuring each episode builds a comprehensive understanding of how modern science is personalizing the path to lasting health. Tune in for a nuanced and evidence-based journey to the forefront of medicine.
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