Today, I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Tyna Moore. She is a naturopathic physician and chiropractor, in addition to being the host of the wildly popular Dr. Tyna podcast, a bestselling author, and an international speaker offering a unique perspective for those seeking a stronger foundation for their health and well-being.  In our discussion today, we dive into the importance of strength training, exploring concerns about under-fueling our bodies, and the damaging messages women currently receive about food, body size, and exercise, particularly from the health and wellness community. Dr. Tyna discusses the signs she often sees in women who underfuel their bodies, explaining how underfueling affects key hormones, including cortisol, thyroid, progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone, and the value of strength training. We also explore medications that impact bone health, including SSRIs, hormones, peptides, exosomes, and stem cells.  You will not want to miss this delightfully engaging and enlightening conversation with Dr. Tyna Moore. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why building muscle mass is essential for avoiding frailty in later life. The cardinal signs of health and vitality for women, as we age Why disordered eating and fear of strength training are common issues among women Dr. Tyna shares her concerns about using GLP-1s for rapid weight loss. The importance of eating enough food to fuel the muscles you are trying to build Why a healthy body fat percentage, strength, mobility, good sleep, and reduced pain are far more important than appearance-based goals How not eating enough can worsen hormonal dysregulation, and how long-term use of SSRIs can significantly increase the risk of osteoporosis. Ways to regulate your hunger and prevent overeating at night The value of doing strength training a few times a week to optimize your central nervous system How peptides, exosomes, and stem cells can be beneficial- but only once you have optimized your lifestyle and foundational health Bio: Dr. Tyna Moore, ND, DC, is a leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and metabolic resilience, with nearly three decades of experience in the regenerative medicine space. Traditionally and alternatively trained in both science and medicine, she brings a metabolic-first perspective to optimizing health from the ground up. Dr. Moore is the host of The Dr. Tyna Show podcast and an international speaker known for her direct, no-nonsense approach to strength, hormones, and longevity. With a combined following of over half a million across platforms, she has been featured on dozens of top health podcasts and stages worldwide. Through her online education programs and social media presence, Dr. Moore helps the general public and practitioners get the basics right – because without a strong metabolic foundation, no therapy, treatment, or supplement will ever deliver lasting results. Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Connect with Dr. Tyna Moore On her website The Dr. Tyna Show YouTube Instagram