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The Dr. Brighten Show

Dr. Jolene Brighten
Endometriosis
Perimenopause
Women's Health
Nutrition
ADHD
Menopause
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Gut Health
Hormones
Fertility
Estrogen
PCOS
Mental Health
Insulin Resistance
Cortisol
Hormone Therapy
IVF
Adenomyosis
Stress Management
Progesterone

Dr. Jolene Brighten, a best-selling author, board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, and women’s health expert, hosts The Dr. Brighten Show—a podcast dedicated to igniting transformative conversations in women’s health. Through candid interviews with leading experts, innovators, and thought-leaders, this show brings you groundbreaking research, personal stories, and practical tools to help yo... more

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Latest Episodes

Late diagnosed ADHD & autism can change the story you’ve been telling yourself (and your relationship) for decades. In this episode, Dr. Brighten joins Rich and Rox Pink of ADHD Love and the Late Bloomers podcast to talk diagnosis, masking, relations... more

Endometriosis inflammation may have implications far beyond pelvic pain, including associations with cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions, and long-term health risks. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten explains wha... more

Brain inflammation may influence behavior, sensory processing, sleep, mood, and cognition in ways many families never realize. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten and Dr. Pejman Katiraei explore the connections between the i... more

Melatonin benefits extend far beyond helping you fall asleep. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, I sit down with nutrition scientist Dr. Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, IFMCP, to explore the surprising science behind melatonin, circadian rhythms,... more

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Pejman Katiraei
Board certified pediatrician
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Episode: The Hidden Cause of Brain Inflammation Doctors Miss | Dr. Pejman Katiraei
Deanna Minich
Award-winning nutrition scientist specializing in functional medicine
Independent researcher and author
Episode: Melatonin Benefits: Why Your Brain Needs Darkness for Better Sleep, Brain Health, and Healthy Aging | Deanna Minich
Vanessa D'Souza
MasterChef UK semi-finalist, chef
MasterChef UK
Episode: Why MasterChef Was the Perfect Storm for My Autism & ADHD | Vanessa D’Souza
Dr. Amanda Chu
Leading endometriosis surgeon and longtime advocate through the Endometriosis Foundation of America
Endometriosis Foundation of America
Episode: Endometriomas and Endometriosis: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Diagnosis, Surgery, and Self-Advocacy with Dr. Amanda Chu
Amanda Chu
Leading endometriosis surgeon, Endometriosis Foundation of America advocate
Endometriosis Foundation of America
Episode: Endometrioma: The Hidden Sign of Deep Endometriosis That Could Affect Fertility | Amanda Chu
Jennifer Simmons
Breast surgeon, integrative oncologist, founder of Perfection Imaging
Perfection Imaging
Episode: Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer: What Women Need to Know About Risk, Screening, and Prevention | Jenn Simmons
Dr. Gerardo Barroso Villa
World-renowned fertility expert and reproductive biologist
Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine, Cornell University
Episode: The IVF Missing Piece: Why Recurrent Miscarriage May Not Be “Just Egg Quality”
Terry Wahls
Physician, researcher, and pioneer in functional medicine; advocate for the Wahls Protocol
Terry Wahls, MD
Episode: Autoimmune Disease Management with Dr. Terry Wahls: Nutrition, Mitochondria, and Women's Hormone Transitions
Pamela Langenderfer
Dr. Pamela Langenderfer, perimenopause and menopause care expert
Independent clinician
Episode: Why Perimenopause Hormone Therapy Can Make Symptoms Worse: Gut, Liver, Thyroid, and Toxin Factors | Pamela Langenderfer

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 414 ratings
  • So informative!

    I am so glad I found this podcast. You explain things so thoroughly and as an RN, I appreciate all the specific medical details.

    I would love to hear more on surgical menopause at a young age!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SW111111111
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you

    Podcast Addict
    5
    peggydinah
    2 months ago
  • Useful perimenopause recipes and advice.

    Thank you for this really useful podcast, show notes and links. Keep doing your amazing work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrMDanceMusic
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • There are doctors out there that truly care!

    Best podcast for women that are struggling with weird symptoms that doctors dismiss as anxiety and mom life stress.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littlejohn1987
    United States4 months ago
  • I feel seen and heard!!

    I wish I would have found this podcast sooner but I’m playing catch up now and I feel so validated! Dr Brighten provides great information and it’s easy to understand; plus she gives resources and recommendations! I recommend her podcast to all women and to men who want to understand and support women’s health changes and symptoms.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @anywhere_bound
    United States5 months ago

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The Hidden Cause of Brain Inflammation Doctors Miss | Dr. Pejman Katiraei
Q: What is the starting place for addressing sensory sensitivities and inflammation in kids?
Start by assessing the level of sensory sensitivity as a barometer of inflammation, then work to calm the inflammation through a combination of dietary changes, supplements or medications as needed, and by eliminating environmental triggers such as indoor toxins.
The Hidden Cause of Brain Inflammation Doctors Miss | Dr. Pejman Katiraei
Q: How should parents approach testing when trying to figure out the cause of inflammation?
Testing can be informative but is limited; many tests miss brain-specific inflammation and biotoxins. A practical approach is to assess overall inflammatory markers, gut health, and environmental exposures, while using treatment response as a gauge to tailor interventions.
The Hidden Cause of Brain Inflammation Doctors Miss | Dr. Pejman Katiraei
Q: Can you explain PANS for people?
PANS stands for pediatric acute neuropsychiatric syndrome. It represents inflammation-driven neuropsychiatric symptoms in children, which may overlap with autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental concerns, and can be triggered by infections or biotoxins rather than a single genetic cause.
Melatonin Benefits: Why Your Brain Needs Darkness for Better Sleep, Brain Health, and Healthy Aging | Deanna Minich
Q: What does this melatonin pause look like?
The guest describes a melatonin pause as a shift in circadian rhythm due to aging and lifestyle factors like shift work, with disrupted sleep signaling and the potential for targeted melatonin use to help reset rhythm while addressing root causes.
Why MasterChef Was the Perfect Storm for My Autism & ADHD | Vanessa D’Souza
Q: Would you go on MasterChef again given what you know now?
No, she would not, due to the detrimental impact on mind and body from the process, though she acknowledges the experience changed her and helped bring attention to neurodivergence.

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What is The Dr. Brighten Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on women's health, hormones, and mindset, featuring candid conversations with clinicians, researchers, and subject-matter experts. Episodes frequently explore how hormones intersect with ADHD, menopause, perimenopause, PMDD, autoimmune conditions, fertility, and skin or eye health, offering practical, data-driven guidance and real-world stories. A distinctive edge is the blend of clinical insight with accessible coaching-style advice, emphasis on tracking symptoms, and a willingness to challenge conventional approaches while highlighting evidence-based strategies. Listeners can expect nuanced discussions that connect biology with everyday health decisions, along with actionable takeaways they can discuss with their own clin... more

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1. Pejman Katiraei
2. Deanna Minich
3. Vanessa D'Souza
4. Dr. Amanda Chu
5. Amanda Chu
6. Jennifer Simmons
7. Dr. Gerardo Barroso Villa
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