Why Your Probiotics Are Not Working & What to Do Instead with Tina Anderson

BETTER! Muscle, Metabolism, Meals, & Mindset in (Peri) Menopause with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, discusses why most store-bought probiotics fall short, how spore-based probiotics act as the 'gardener of the gut,' and the critical role of the estrobolome in hormone metabolism. Learn why a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, and get tips on incorporating beneficial foods and practices into your routine.

Plus, enjoy an exclusive 20% off at https://justthrivehealth.com/BETTER with the code BETTER at checkout.

Episode Overview:
(0:00) Intro/teaser
(4:00) The Power of Spore-Based Probiotics
(17:00) The Gut's Impact on Health
(30:00) Gut Health With Probiotics & Fermented Foods
(38:00) Starting Supplement Company, Maintaining Gut Health
(43:00) The Importance of Prebiotics and Psychobiotics
(52:00) Menopause and Gut Health Upgrade
(54:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep428/

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

LVLUP  - Midlife hormonal changes can wreak havoc on your gut health. Ultimate GI Repair combines powerful gut-healing peptides with gut-nourishing naturals to soothe your changing digestion. Learn more at https://lvluphealth.com/DRSTEPHANIE and use code DRSTEPHANIE for 15% off.

QUALIA SENOLYTIC - This vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free blend of nine plant-derived ingredients is clinically tested to help your body naturally eliminate senescent cells and support healthy aging. Save 15% at https://qualialife.com/better with code BETTER

BIOPTIMIZERS MASSZYMES - Your digestion can take a hit in midlife, but you don't have to suffer. Learn how enzymes can help at https://bioptimizers.com/better and use code BETTER to get 15% off your order.

ONESKIN Hair - Harness the power of peptides for fuller hair and glowing skin. Save 15% at https://oneskin.co/better with code BETTER.

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P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:

Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.

Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results.


Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, discusses why most store-bought probiotics fall short, how spore-based probiotics act as the 'gardener of the gut,' and the critical role of the estrobolome in hormone metabolism. Learn why a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, and get tips on incorporating beneficial foods and practices into your routine.

Plus, enjoy an exclusive 20% off at https://justthrivehealth.com/BETTER with the code BETTER at checkout.

Episode Overview:
(0:00) Intro/teaser
(4:00) The Power of Spore-Based Probiotics
(17:00) The Gut's Impact on Health
(30:00) Gut Health With Probiotics & Fermented Foods
(38:00) Starting Supplement Company, Maintaining Gut Health
(43:00) The Importance of Prebiotics and Psychobiotics
(52:00) Menopause and Gut Health Upgrade
(54:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep428/

A huge thanks to our sponsors:

LVLUP  - Midlife hormonal changes can wreak havoc on your gut health. Ultimate GI Repair combines powerful gut-healing peptides with gut-nourishing naturals to soothe your changing digestion. Learn more at https://lvluphealth.com/DRSTEPHANIE and use code DRSTEPHANIE for 15% off.

QUALIA SENOLYTIC - This vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free blend of nine plant-derived ingredients is clinically tested to help your body naturally eliminate senescent cells and support healthy aging. Save 15% at https://qualialife.com/better with code BETTER

BIOPTIMIZERS MASSZYMES - Your digestion can take a hit in midlife, but you don't have to suffer. Learn how enzymes can help at https://bioptimizers.com/better and use code BETTER to get 15% off your order.

ONESKIN Hair - Harness the power of peptides for fuller hair and glowing skin. Save 15% at https://oneskin.co/better with code BETTER.

****************************
P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:

Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.

Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results.


Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2025-08-04 58 min
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