Cynthia Thurlow

Nurse Practitioner, Everyday Wellness podcast, author, passionate advocate for women in midlife and beyond

11/15/2025

We’re failing women’s bones and it’s worse than you think...

(orthopedic surgeon & osteoporosis specialist) exposes the shocking truth about how we’re destroying women’s bone health from a young age:

✅ How birth control is silently stealing your bone density
✅ Why no ovulation = no bone balance (this will blow your mind)
✅ The breastfeeding bone loss secret doctors don’t tell you
✅ Why DEXA scans are missing critical bone health data
✅ How “healthy” active women are developing bone disease
✅ The peak bone density window you can’t afford to miss

From Depo-Provera dangers to why current guidelines are failing us... this bone health masterclass could save your future mobility.

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11/13/2025

The science behind the menopause belly that no one talks about

When estrogen levels drop during perimenopause and menopause, your body undergoes a fundamental shift in fat storage patterns. Research shows women gain up to 20% more visceral (belly) fat within 2 years of their final period... even when calories and activity stay the same.

This isn’t vanity weight. This is metabolic fat that:
✅ Increases inflammation
✅ Reduces insulin sensitivity
✅ Raises cardiovascular risk
✅ Is hormonally driven, not lifestyle driven

Your body isn’t broken. It’s adapting to a new hormonal reality.

The solution isn’t more restriction... it’s understanding your biology and working WITH it, not against it.

Save this if you needed the science explained!

11/12/2025

Women’s heart disease looks completely different than men’s...

Yet we’re still using outdated male-based research to guide treatment.

Here’s what you NEED to know about protecting your heart in midlife:

✅ Why your cholesterol numbers don’t tell the whole story
✅ The difference between hyper absorbers vs hyper producers (this changes everything)
✅ How soft plaque vs hard plaque affects women differently
✅ Why stress is literally damaging your blood vessels
✅ The AI scan that’s 10x more accurate than calcium scores
✅ How trauma and emotional health impact cardiovascular risk
✅ My personal experiment with Zetia and micro-dosed GLP-1s

From Lp(a) and ApoB testing to Mediterranean eating for heart protection - this AMA covers the cutting-edge science every woman needs to understand.

Your heart health strategy should be as unique as you are. Stop using one-size-fits-all approaches for something this critical.

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11/11/2025

Your body deserves better.

You deserve better.

And now, finally, the FDA is catching up.

Drop a ❤️ if this news gives you hope.

11/10/2025

That 3 AM wake-up call isn’t random... it’s your hormones!

When progesterone drops and cortisol gets dysregulated, your brain loses its natural “sleep brake.” The good news? Science shows exactly what works to fix it.

Stop white-knuckling through sleepless nights. Start working WITH your biology.

Click the link below if you’re ready to sleep through the night again...

https://open.substack.com/pub/cynthiathurlownp/p/why-youre-waking-up-at-3-am-and-the?r=34riqh&utm_medium=ios

11/10/2025

The Benzodiazepine Crisis You Need to Know About

92 million prescriptions. Millions of lives affected. Are you truly informed about the risks?

Join Dr. Olivera Bogunovic from Harvard Medical School and documentary filmmaker Holly Hardman as they expose the hidden dangers of benzodiazepines like Xanax, Ativan, Va**um, and Klonopin.

Learn:
✔️ Why long-term use can lead to severe physical dependency ✔️ The cognitive effects and neurological damage patients face ✔️ What doctors often fail to tell you about informed consent
✔️ How to safely approach mental health treatment
✔️ Real recovery strategies that work

Holly's personal story of Klonopin dependence and her journey to recovery will open your eyes to a crisis hiding in plain sight.

Whether you're taking these medications, know someone who is, or work in healthcare... this conversation could change everything.

👉 Click the link below to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-benzodiazepines-from-relief-to-risk-in-mental/id1435214303?i=1000736065715

11/08/2025

The truth about midlife skin...

Board-certified plastic surgeon reveals what’s REALLY happening to your face after 40 and the game-changing solutions that actually work:
✅ Why facial aging starts deeper than you think
✅ How losing just a few pounds changes your entire face
✅ The eyebrow trick that instantly transforms your expression
✅ Deep-plane vs SMAS facelifts - what you need to know
✅ Why some “cosmetic” surgeries are actually medical necessities
✅ Recovery secrets for faster, smoother healing

From retinoids to fat transfers... discover what’s worth your time and money (and what isn’t) for aging gracefully.

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11/06/2025

That stubborn belly fat isn’t a moral failure... it’s biology

If you’ve been wondering “where did this come from?” - you’re not alone. The menopause belly is REAL.

When estrogen drops, your body literally changes WHERE it stores fat. You can gain 20% more visceral fat without changing a single calorie.

It’s not laziness. Your hormones shifted the game.

Stop the shame. Start working WITH your biology.

Save this if you needed to hear it 👆

11/05/2025

The diet industry has been lying to you…

NY Times bestselling author exposes the dangerous truth about modern health advice and why the longevity craze might actually be making us sicker:

✅ Why dogmatic diets are sabotaging your health
✅ The seed oil debate
✅ How our food environment is literally rewiring your brain
✅ Why palate fatigue is making you overeat without realizing it
✅ The hidden gut destroyer affecting millions (hint: it’s not gluten)
✅ Simple lifestyle hacks that beat expensive supplements every time

From sun exposure benefits to why aggressive health screening backfires... get ready for some serious myth-busting.

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11/04/2025

That 3 AM wake-up call isn’t random... it’s biology!

When progesterone drops during perimenopause, your brain loses its natural “GABA brake” that keeps you calm through the night.

Meanwhile, dysregulated cortisol starts rising earlier and faster, turning gentle sleep nudges into full-blown alarms.

The result? You’re wide awake at 3 AM wondering what’s wrong with you.

Nothing is wrong with you. Your hormones are just out of sync.

The science shows what works: bedtime progesterone, transdermal estradiol when indicated, CBT-I therapy, and circadian habits that stabilize cortisol.

Stop white-knuckling through sleepless nights. Start working WITH your biology.

11/03/2025

The fasting myth that’s keeping you stuck 👇

Longer fasts aren’t always better... especially if you’re a high-stress woman.

Here’s what the research actually shows: A full year of alternate-day fasting had no advantages over regular calorie restriction.

None.

And for women juggling work, training, and life? Longer fasts often worsen sleep, spike stress, and leave you under-fueled.

The better move: 12-14 hour fasts most days. Earlier eating windows.

Let your body actually rest and recover.

Stop pushing harder. Start working smarter.

11/03/2025

What alcohol is really doing to your body (the research will shock you)

Dr. Brooke Scheller (Clinical Nutrition expert & founder of Functional Sobriety) reveals the shocking research on how alcohol is sabotaging your health - especially for women over 40:

✅ How alcohol destroys your gut microbiome & creates leaky gut
✅ Why "moderate" drinking increases inflammation & oxidative stress
✅ The hidden impact on blood sugar & fertility
✅ How alcohol rewires your brain (and how to rewire it back)
✅ Why the stigma around sobriety is finally shifting
✅ Nutrition strategies to heal the damage

From Dry January tips to overcoming addiction through wellness... this conversation will change how you think about that nightly glass of wine.

Click the link below to listen 👇
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-impact-of-alcohol-and-our-health-with/id1435214303?i=1000735005757

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