Episode 512: ADHD with estrogen and progesterone decline?

Episode 512: ADHD with estrogen and progesterone decline?

Author: Ali Miller RD September 13, 2026 Duration: 51:10
Are you feeling like you are losing your mind as you approach menopause, perimenopause, or even in postpartum? Stress, fatigue, emotional dysregulation, brain fog, forgetfulness, adult ADHD…all can be seen as levels of estrogen and progesterone decline in the body. Ali Miller RD, walks you through the symptoms of perimenopause, the role of estrogen receptors on the brain and regions of impact as well as how hormones can influence memory, learning, neurogenesis, and serve as neuroprotective mechanisms to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.    In this empowering episode you will learn about tools beyond HRT in management of menopausal memory decline or perimenopausal ADHD including key nutrients and food-as-medicine focus. In the past 5 years the diagnosis of ADHD in women aged 30-50 has doubled, get ahead of the curve and start to harness your stress response to prevent burn out and focus issues while managing hormone symptoms.    Supplements Highlighted in the Episode: Relax and Regulate Calm and Clear Bio-C Plus vitamin C EPA-DHA Extra EPA-DHA Liquid Vitamin D Balanced Blend   Labs discussed: Dutch Complete Hormone and Cortisol Panel Naturally Nourished Comprehensive Wellness Panel   Podcasts and research articles featured: Episode 395: Testing Women’s Hormones: Saliva, Urine and Blood | Naturally Nourished Episode 485 Perimenopause Reset with Dr. Jen | Naturally Nourished   Beyond Hot Flashes: The Role of Estrogen Receptors in Menopausal Mental Health and Cognitive Decline - PMC  

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