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Dr. Christine Maren

👑 Board-Certified Physician, IFMCP, MSCP. We take a root-cause approach to perimenopause, thyroid, gut health, autoimmune disease & metabolism.
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It’s all connected, and so is our care. Dr. Christine Maren is a Functional Medicine physician and the founder of a high-tech, innovative medical practice serving patients in Colorado, Michigan and Texas. She is uniquely trained in the Functional Medicine model to identify and treat the root causes of chronic disease. Her approach to patient care is individualized and personalized, with an emphasis on the ways our environment, food and lifestyle choices interact with our genes. She utilizes advanced lab testing to search for a root cause, and seeks the most gentle way to treat the underlying causes of disease. Dr. Maren is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). She is a compassionate clinician, speaker and wellness advocate. She is married to a surgeon and together they balance rearwarding careers with raising two beautiful children. Learn more at www.drchristinemaren.com.

11/21/2025

Here’s what this study found:

Hormonal contraceptive pills (“The Pill”) were associated with a slightly increased relative risk of breast cancer. But here’s the part nobody is talking about:

➡️ Progestin-only pills carried a higher risk than combined oral contraceptives (estrogen/ progestin pills)

And the addition of estrogen actually decreased risk. Which means estrogen attenuated the breast cancer signal from synthetic progestins. And this was dose dependent, with the higher doses of estrogen carrying the lower risk. 📉

This aligns with what we learned from the Women’s Health Initiative reanalysis. Estrogen is not the villain. Synthetic progestins might be more problematic. (Note: this does NOT mean progesterone is the problem, as micronized progesterone is different than synthetic progestins)

And just to put this in perspective:

This was a 24% relative increase risk, but the absolute risk of breast cancer was still very small… About 1 extra case per ~7,700 users per year.

All this to say…

👉 We need a more nuanced conversation about contraception and risk.

👉 Birth control pills are not the best treatment for perimenopause symptoms (the risks outweigh the benefits in most women).

👉 We have been worried about the wrong thing here, and need to stop reflexively blaming estrogen for everything.

Thoughts on this topic? Drop them below and share this post so more women can get the information they need to make more informed decisions about their health.

11/19/2025

I will never stop sharing this take 👇

Birth control pills are NOT the best treatment for perimenopause symptoms.

Oral contraceptive pills can alter the gut microbiome, increase inflammation, lower libido, alter mood, deplete certain nutrients, and come with well-documented risks like blood clot and stroke especially in women over 40.

Meanwhile, body-identical hormone therapy (HRT), when done safely and precisely, can support your hormones, gut health, sleep, cognition, mood, bone health, muscle growth, metabolism, blood sugar, and long-term vitality.

We need to stop ignoring perimenopause and start treating women’s health with the nuance it deserves.

Unless your goal is contraception, you deserve better options than the pill (and even then, I’d recommend an IUD or vasectomy for most).

What do you wish your doctor had told you about birth control and perimenopause? Let’s talk about it in the comments.

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11/14/2025

Did you know that Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) is the most common cause of midlife hair thinning?

Here’s what could be going on:

✨ Hormone shifts – As estrogen drops faster than testosterone in perimenopause, the altered balance can tip hair follicles toward thinning.

✨ Follicle cycle changes – Normally, most hairs are in the growth phase. In FPHL, that phase ends too soon.

✨ Major stress & illness – Major life stressors, illness, or medications can trigger sudden shedding (telogen effluvium) can compound FPHL.

✨ Local factors – At the follicle, testosterone can convert to DHT, which shrinks hair follicles in susceptible women.

✨ Inflammation & environment – Even mild inflammation, sun damage, toxins, or changes to the scalp microbiome can speed thinning.

Other contributors: low ferritin, low vitamin D, smoking, metabolic issues, and high cortisol.

Hair loss is a signal from your body, not just a surface issue.

Addressing the ROOT causes helps your hair and your overall health thrive. 🙌

Hair loss sucks! Let the ladies know if something has helped (or harmed) your hair!

11/11/2025

We say we “don’t have time” to rest, eat well, or move our bodies.

But what we really mean is we’re afraid to slow down.

Afraid of who we might become without the busy schedules and constant things that need our attention.

Here’s what the past few years have taught me:

👉 Healing isn’t about adding more to your to-do list. It’s about choosing how to spend your time differently.

Instead of saying “I don’t have time,” say “I choose not to.”

“I choose not to rest.”
“I choose not to speak my needs.”
“I choose not to change.”

The truth can sting, but it’s also the first step toward freedom. Because every time you reclaim your choice, you reclaim your power. 💫

11/10/2025

Did you know that women are more likely to develop thyroid issues during hormonal transitions like perimenopause and menopause?

Want to know my take on thyroid issues, Hashimoto’s, and gut health during perimenopause?

Hint: they’re all connected. 🔄

I’m talking about the juicy details in this week’s newsletter.

👉Visit www.drchristinemaren.com/newsletter-landing-page to get on the list before we mail it out Thursday at 2pm MT.

Let’s stop normalizing suffering through midlife. 💜

11/07/2025

Menopause doesn’t just signify a change in hormones, it reshapes the gut microbiome.

For decades, women’s health has been overlooked in research.

But in the last 5 years, we’re finally uncovering the significant role gut health plays for women in midlife and beyond.

And we can’t afford to leave it out of the conversation.

Have you felt or suspected the gut health-metabolism connection in peri/menopause? Research is still lacking but we ladies are talking! Drop your thoughts in the comments below so we can learn more together.

11/06/2025

What does perimenopause, hormone replacement therapy, and histamine have in common?

Hormone fluctuations in perimenopause can destabilize mast cells, immune cells that store and release histamine.

Since mast cells line the gut (along with the bulk of the immune system), this dysregulation can impact gut health and trigger full-body symptoms like:

Bloating and abdominal cramping
Skin reactions and hives
Headaches
Brain fog
Allergies

And because histamine is ALSO an excitatory neurotransmitter, it can worsen anxiety, insomnia, and heart palpitations in midlife.

This is why supporting progesterone + stabilizing estrogen fluctuations is key to reducing histamine-related symptoms…but it’s not talked about enough!

Curious how HRT can help you tackle histamine-related symptoms (a.k.a MCAS)?

Drop your questions below!

11/01/2025

Animals know how to activate their stress response to survive… but then they shake it off and return to calm.

The problem is, we humans stay stuck in stress even after the threat is gone. We don’t know how to shake it off like they do. And over time, stress mode becomes our new baseline.

But we are animals at our core. 🦍 The stress response was never the problem, it’s what keeps us alive.

Friendly reminder to have fun, move, breathe, dance, and laugh this weekend. Tending to your nervous system is one of the most powerful ways to support your health. 💛

👉 Have you noticed how much your stress and nervous system influence your symptoms? Let’s talk about it below. 👇

10/31/2025

To close out , let’s talk about 5 simple, foundational shifts that can change how you feel during perimenopause and beyond:

1. Less alcohol
2. Less processed foods
3. More muscle
4. More protein and fiber
5. Better sleep
6. More kindness

These are not treatment options or “quick fixes.” They’re lifestyle strategies that support your hormones, metabolism, gut, and nervous system.

Not everyone needs hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

But everyone benefits from these fundamentals. And if you’ve mastered these habits yet still don’t feel well, that’s your signal to dig deeper: explore hormones, thyroid, or gut health, micronutrients etc.

Save this post and share it with another woman who deserves to feel strong, clear, and radiant again. 💛

# midlifewomen

10/30/2025

Did you know that for many women in perimenopause and menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be a first-line treatment for mood changes, even before antidepressants like SSRIs are considered?

That doesn’t mean there’s no role for SSRIs.

But if your doctor recommends one and you’re in the perimenopausal transition (often between the ages of 35-50), it’s worth asking about your hormones first.

Here’s why 👇

🧠 Estradiol has profound effects on the brain.

It helps regulate neurotransmitters and also enhances blood flow, glucose metabolism, and synaptic plasticity in the brain. When estradiol declines, women often experience brain fog, forgetfulness, decreased multitasking ability, and emotional flatness.

😴 Progesterone has a calming effect through its metabolite allopregnanolone, which acts on GABA receptors.

Low progesterone is associated with more anxiety, irritability, and poor sleep (and often heavier periods, too).

⚡️ Testosterone supports dopamine production, cognitive speed, and confidence.

It enhances focus, motivation, and resilience. Low testosterone is linked with apathy, reduced stress tolerance, and a greater tendency toward irritability, anxiety, and depression.

When these hormones fluctuate or decline, many women develop mood symptoms or a sense of disconnection from themselves.

Sadly, because of outdated fears around HRT, hormone therapy still isn’t always part of the conversation, even though the science supports its benefits for mood, memory, and overall brain health.

If an SSRI works for you, that’s great. Every woman deserves a personalized plan that fits her needs.

But too often, women are prescribed medication for symptoms that are actually rooted in hormonal imbalance.

Feeling anxious, foggy, or “not like yourself” isn’t just part of getting older. You deserve to feel clear, strong, and connected again. 💕

If this resonates, share it with a friend or loved one who might be struggling. It could change her life! 👯

10/29/2025

Thank you and for shedding light on this important topic in women’s health! Questions about hypothyroidism? Drop ‘em below!

10/28/2025

Women are extraordinary. We hold so much: families, careers, communities, expectations.

But most of us were taught to self-sacrifice in the process. And the opposite of self-sacrifice? It’s not selfishness.

👉It’s alignment.

Healing begins when we come back into alignment with our own body, mind, and spirit.

Here are 10 things I believe about women’s health:

1. Everything is connected. The gut, thyroid, hormones, immune system, nervous system, and mindset all influence one another. You can’t separate them.

2. Root cause is valid. You can’t out-supplement or meditate your way out of micronutrient deficiencies or gut infections.

3. Hormones give us resilience. Body-identical hormones can transform the way we age, think, and feel.

4. Strength is medicine. Muscle is the organ of longevity… and confidence.

5. Nourishment is fuel. Protein and fiber are foundational for metabolism, mood, and the gut microbiome.

6. Sleep is non-negotiable. Restoration is required for healing.

7. Progress over perfection. Stressing about doing it “right” is its own kind of toxin.

8. Self-respect and self-love are the roots of sustainable health.

9. Education = empowerment. Women deserve agency in their health decisions.

10. Mind-body medicine matters. The thoughts you think and the stories you tell your body become your actual biology.

You don’t have to settle for poor health. When you reclaim your energy, strength, and clarity, you reclaim your sovereignty.

👑 You can feel like yourself again—and more you than ever before.

💬 Tell me what part of this resonates most with you.

🔁 Share this with a woman who’s ready to stop self-sacrificing and start aligning.

📎 Save this post as a reminder of what’s possible when you choose yourself.

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Christine Maren D.O. is a board-certified physician and the founder of an innovative functional medicine practice in Colorado, Michigan and Texas. She was introduced to functional medicine after struggling with pregnancy complications and recurrent miscarriages. A functional medicine approach helped to address her own underlying health issues associated with gut infections, food sensitivities, hypothyroidism, hormone imbalance and environmental toxins. Now a mother of three, she’s devoted her professional life to helping others address the root causes of their symptoms in order to restore health, prevent disease, and get their life back. Her approach to patient care is individualized and personalized, with an emphasis on the ways our environment, food and lifestyle choices interact with our genes. Dr. Maren is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). She is a compassionate clinician, speaker and wellness advocate. She is married to an orthopedic surgeon and together they balance rewarding careers with raising three beautiful children. Learn more at drchristinemaren.com.