#7 - Five Tips to Balance Hormones, Manage Weight, Improve Sleep and Reduce Stress

In this episode of Thrive on Plants, Dr. Daphne Bascom explores five simple yet powerful habits that can help women balance hormones, sleep better, manage weight, and reduce stress, all without extreme diets or complicated workouts.

Understanding the natural hormonal shifts that occur through perimenopause, menopause, and aging is key to supporting long-term well-being. Dr. Bascom breaks down how small, consistent lifestyle changes can make a significant difference in how you feel every day.

You’ll learn about:

• Why prioritizing protein is essential for muscle tone, metabolism, and longevity
• The benefits of strength training for confidence, bone health, and body composition
• The underestimated power of sleep and how to create a routine that works for you
• Simple and effective stress reduction techniques that fit into even the busiest schedules
• How reducing exposure to environmental toxins can promote hormonal balance and long-term wellness

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear and practical roadmap to start making small, intentional changes that lead to big results.

Additional resources to help you thrive on plants:

🌱 Access the free Plant-Powered Body course: PlantPoweredBody.thevegangym.com
🌱 Join our free Thrive on Plants community: ThriveOnPlantsLife.com
🌱 Take the free health assessment for women 40+: MyMenoScore.com
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