I’m A bit surprised to hear about the recommendation to fast in the luteal phase. I learned from Stephanie Estima in her book and podcast that those days are not good for fasting, since we need some more calories anyways, and it might affect progesterone. She recommends fasting in the first week of the cycle from day 3 or so, when possible cramps hav subsided. She says that it is easier and healthier, since “all” hormones are very low during this week naturally. Would love to hear your opinion on that. Love your work, hope you continue to create this awesome content!
@@FeliceGershMD Unfortunately she is just referencing general fasting research and mentions "clinical experience" for the recommendation to avoid fasting around progesterone peak in week 3, since there are not many scientific studies around regarding fasting in women. Are you mentioning those studies in your new book to recommend fasting during luteal phase?
I'm also surprised Another author of 3 books and RUclips Dr Mindy also tells us to fast in days 1 to 10, 16 to 19 definitely not days 20 to 28, would love to hear why it differs in opinion
@@FeliceGershMD I am coming across information “Mindy Peltz” that says estrogen is in the first part of the cycle and allows for insulin sensitivity and fasting. Whereby in the later phase progesterone works off of glucose (which is why fasting won’t work and cause more issues).
Dr. Gersh please double check the source which recommends fasting at luteal phase. It really could cause issues if your lady followers start to fast at their most vulnerable time of their menstrual cycle. I hope my own experience can be served as an bad example- I jumped on 3 day fasting a few years ago without doing much studying. I was doing 3day fasting at the beginning of every month which turned out to be the last week before my period start. And yes I lost my menstrual cycle for almost a year 😢 I got my cycle back when my body fat increased from 16% to 18% a year later after I quit fasting. Recent years I resumed my monthly 3day fasting but starting it on the 2nd day of my period. It has been almost a year and I’m doing extremely well! Hope this information helps.
So well described. First time I got a better understanding of estrogen. I’ve heard that fasting is better in the first part of the cycle because it heighten cortisol. But I see your comments in other conversations in the comment section that you are just referring to the studies and science you have read.
If I were going to get my personal medical direction from the internet and social (which I’m not. To be clear it’s far smarter to visit your own educated professional who is well versed in science) I would definitely take the advice of an MD over any abundance of chiropractors.
Thank you for this. I appreciate the more in-depth information on how estradiol works in the body! A question: How is a most beneficial level of estradiol determined in a given post menopausal woman? Is it achieved with the absence of menopausal symptoms? Would love a reply since I have not been able to find consistent information on this. Thank you!
Ok, so what is your opinion on taking anastrozole for DCIS unilateral mastectomy after care. My doctors told me my cancer was 98% estrogen based. I’m 70 now but got cancer in my 60s. Where did the estrogen come from if the ovaries are no longer producing it. I take anastrozole now once a week due to physical bodily side effects. I figure something is better than nothing. During the first two years after surgery I took it every day and I believe it probably aged me 10 years. I hate this drug. I actually sailed through menopause without any significant problems, not even hot flashes.
Very interesting subject and uouve explained it very well! I've been trying hrt but its been causing me very bad side effects. Ive tried to persevere but it was getting worse. I feel sad about that because i kbow its important to have your hormones.
@@pr3519 No problem. Keep in mind that during fasting, keep a low training intensity. Try to feel how the body reacts, take longer breaks between sets. Standard ranges are between 1.5 - 2 minutes rest.
@@russvet No, its to time consuming and chest for woman is useless. Most people need to have an easy to follow, not to time consuming program. Around 1 - 1.5 hour in total/max. Most will be able to follow this for a long time.
What do you do if you have PCOS, have completed childbearing, 46 years old and can’t take estrogen due to Factor V deficiency and history of pulmonary embolisms?
PCOS is highly associated with insuline resistance. Cut carbs drastically, reduce oxalate containing plants. Intermittent fast, meaning eat in a 6, no more than 8, hour window. I eat two meals per day within that time frame. It is fantastic.
I come from a third world- nowadays there’s no starving women anywhere anymore. They might be starving for meat but they have got plenty of carbs to eat and most people are overweight.
I’m A bit surprised to hear about the recommendation to fast in the luteal phase. I learned from Stephanie Estima in her book and podcast that those days are not good for fasting, since we need some more calories anyways, and it might affect progesterone. She recommends fasting in the first week of the cycle from day 3 or so, when possible cramps hav subsided. She says that it is easier and healthier, since “all” hormones are very low during this week naturally. Would love to hear your opinion on that. Love your work, hope you continue to create this awesome content!
I’m always open to learning new data - my recommendations are based on published scientific studies. What are her recommendations based on?
@@FeliceGershMD I will check the sources she uses in the book and come back to you! Thank you for your fast reply!
@@FeliceGershMD Unfortunately she is just referencing general fasting research and mentions "clinical experience" for the recommendation to avoid fasting around progesterone peak in week 3, since there are not many scientific studies around regarding fasting in women. Are you mentioning those studies in your new book to recommend fasting during luteal phase?
I'm also surprised Another author of 3 books and RUclips Dr Mindy also tells us to fast in days 1 to 10, 16 to 19 definitely not days 20 to 28, would love to hear why it differs in opinion
@@FeliceGershMD I am coming across information “Mindy Peltz” that says estrogen is in the first part of the cycle and allows for insulin sensitivity and fasting. Whereby in the later phase progesterone works off of glucose (which is why fasting won’t work and cause more issues).
Dr. Gersh please double check the source which recommends fasting at luteal phase. It really could cause issues if your lady followers start to fast at their most vulnerable time of their menstrual cycle. I hope my own experience can be served as an bad example-
I jumped on 3 day fasting a few years ago without doing much studying. I was doing 3day fasting at the beginning of every month which turned out to be the last week before my period start. And yes I lost my menstrual cycle for almost a year 😢 I got my cycle back when my body fat increased from 16% to 18% a year later after I quit fasting. Recent years I resumed my monthly 3day fasting but starting it on the 2nd day of my period. It has been almost a year and I’m doing extremely well! Hope this information helps.
So well described. First time I got a better understanding of estrogen.
I’ve heard that fasting is better in the first part of the cycle because it heighten cortisol. But I see your comments in other conversations in the comment section that you are just referring to the studies and science you have read.
Queen Felice! Amazing information.
If I were going to get my personal medical direction from the internet and social (which I’m not. To be clear it’s far smarter to visit your own educated professional who is well versed in science) I would definitely take the advice of an MD over any abundance of chiropractors.
I'm so excited to hear you teach on estradiol and the Endocannibinoid system
love it when you go deep into the science, thank you! such an incredible wealth of knowledge and information
Thank you for this. I appreciate the more in-depth information on how estradiol works in the body! A question: How is a most beneficial level of estradiol determined in a given post menopausal woman? Is it achieved with the absence of menopausal symptoms? Would love a reply since I have not been able to find consistent information on this. Thank you!
I heard her say in another video on cyclical progesterone that if we have a monthly bleed we are probably on the right dose of estrodial
Good advice, definitely need some motivation though. Another Great Video. Thank You! 🙏
Wow! I am truly enjoying my learning journey. Thank you Dr Gersh 🌸
amazing information thank you ❤
Dr Mindy Pelz recommends not to fast in the last 10 days of the cycle. How to reconcile hers and yours, Dr Felice, contradicting advices?
Love your videos, so very informative. You are a great teacher. Thank you ❤
Such good informations
Ok, so what is your opinion on taking anastrozole for DCIS unilateral mastectomy after care. My doctors told me my cancer was 98% estrogen based. I’m 70 now but got cancer in my 60s. Where did the estrogen come from if the ovaries are no longer producing it. I take anastrozole now once a week due to physical bodily side effects. I figure something is better than nothing. During the first two years after surgery I took it every day and I believe it probably aged me 10 years. I hate this drug. I actually sailed through menopause without any significant problems, not even hot flashes.
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Thank you . Lots to think about
Very interesting subject and uouve explained it very well! I've been trying hrt but its been causing me very bad side effects. Ive tried to persevere but it was getting worse. I feel sad about that because i kbow its important to have your hormones.
What if i already had kids, I am not interested in having any mor kids and I'm normal weight. Does it matter when in my cycle i fast?
Concerning autophagy, what is your opinin on including resistance training?
Ive been a personal trainer for 15 years, i would recommend it.
And don't train chest by the way, its useless for most women, saves you time to.
Thanks very much!@@CatamaranChannel
@@pr3519 No problem. Keep in mind that during fasting, keep a low training intensity. Try to feel how the body reacts, take longer breaks between sets. Standard ranges are between 1.5 - 2 minutes rest.
@@CatamaranChannelWe should train the full body.
@@russvet No, its to time consuming and chest for woman is useless. Most people need to have an easy to follow, not to time consuming program. Around 1 - 1.5 hour in total/max. Most will be able to follow this for a long time.
What do you do if you have PCOS, have completed childbearing, 46 years old and can’t take estrogen due to Factor V deficiency and history of pulmonary embolisms?
PCOS is highly associated with insuline resistance. Cut carbs drastically, reduce oxalate containing plants. Intermittent fast, meaning eat in a 6, no more than 8, hour window. I eat two meals per day within that time frame. It is fantastic.
Check with your doctor but I saw that Bio-Identical Estrogen CREAMS may be an option for PCOS. It isn't systemic. But research, please. ❤
You would be a candidate for patch or cream as it bypasses the liver and does not increase clotting factors... id look into this
I am in the UK and do not seem to be able to find Estradiol anywhere. is it only on prescription ?
Yes.
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It has always perplexed me that so many starving women in 3rd world countries, refugee camps, etc. continue to produce babies. Thoughts?
I guess they don’t have anything else to do!
Makes sense, fertilization would appear non-existent.
Some things can’t be explained by science
I come from a third world- nowadays there’s no starving women anywhere anymore. They might be starving for meat but they have got plenty of carbs to eat and most people are overweight.