In this episode of the Health Bridge podcast, Deborah Maragopoulos, an intuitive, integrative family nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience, delivers a comprehensive masterclass on the hypothalamus. Known as the Hormone Queen, Deborah specializes in neuro-immune endocrinology and has authored 'The Hypothalamus Handbook,' which offers steps to help balance this crucial gland. Throughout the discussion, Deborah explains the hypothalamus's central role in regulating hormones, its impact on autoimmune conditions, and how its dysfunction can lead to a wide range of health problems. She shares insights on improving hypothalamic function through lifestyle changes, nutrition, and targeted support. The episode emphasizes the significance of considering the hypothalamus in health assessments, especially for those facing hormonal imbalances and autoimmune disorders.

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https://genesisgold.com/about/deborah-maragopoulos-fnp/

https://www.instagram.com/deborahmaragopoulosfnp/

https://www.youtube.com/c/DeborahMaragopoulosFNP

https://genesisgold.com/hormone-reboot-training/

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to the Hypothalamus Masterclass

03:24 Meet Debra Marigopoulos: The Hormone Queen

04:08 Understanding the Hypothalamus

05:59 Hypothalamus and Disease

10:05 The Role of the Hypothalamus in Hormonal Imbalance

13:51 Hypothalamus and Fertility

28:07 Hormonal Health in Men and Women

30:28 Modern Stress and Hormonal Disruptors

32:07 Understanding the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal Axis

32:29 Impact of Lifestyle on Hormonal Health

32:44 The Role of Light in Hormonal Regulation

34:06 Manipulating Biological Cycles in Animals and Plants

36:03 Hypothalamus and Autoimmune Conditions

37:29 Prolactin and Its Effects on Autoimmunity

41:05 Circadian Rhythm and Seasonal Changes

46:48 Supporting the Hypothalamus for Better Health

47:45 Case Study: Overcoming Panhypopituitarism

52:18 Final Thoughts and Resources