71: Are Your Hormones Broken? – The Shocking Truth About Stress, Sleep & Gut Health with Dr. Christian Jenski

What if the real key to balancing your hormones isn’t just lab tests and prescriptions, but stress, sleep, gut health, and everyday choices? In this episode of Made for Health , Dr. Aaron Hartman welcomes back Dr. Christian Jenski for a practical and empowering discussion on hormone optimization through integrative strategies. Together, they explore how stress, sleep, detoxification, and gut health form the foundation of hormonal balance. They also walk through comprehensive testing protocols, highlight the role of nutrient deficiencies—especially B vitamins and magnesium—and explain why insulin resistance is one of the most critical yet overlooked drivers of hormone dysfunction. The conversation moves beyond labs and protocols, touching on lifestyle, exercise, and even family dynamics that often make or break sustainable change. Listeners are left with a clear understanding of how to combine advanced testing with everyday practices to create a personalized, holistic approach to hormone health. ✅ Show Highlights: Why stress management and quality sleep are non-negotiables for hormone balance The role of detoxification in hormone metabolism, including lifestyle and dietary strategies How gut health influences hormone regulation and long-term stability Initial assessment and testing protocols for hormone and nutrient optimization The importance of personalized, patient-centered care over one-size-fits-all approaches How nutrient deficiencies—particularly B vitamins and magnesium —affect hormone function Understanding insulin resistance and sugar metabolism in hormonal health Diet, fasting, and lifestyle interventions to improve insulin sensitivity The challenges patients face, from family dynamics to financial constraints Why movement and exercise are key to overall wellness and hormone stability 💡 In This Episode, You Will Learn: How to build a comprehensive strategy for hormone optimization Why lifestyle foundations must accompany advanced testing and treatment The hidden role of nutrient deficiencies in hormone dysfunction How insulin resistance impacts nearly every aspect of health Practical ways to overcome real-world barriers to change 🌐 Resources & Links: Dr. Aaron Hartman – Richmond Functional Medicine: richmondfunctionalmedicine.com YouTube – Aaron Hartman, MD: @AaronHartmanMD