Episode 4: Women’s Health, Perimenopause & Functional Medicine Insights with Dr. Julie Foucher

"Ever wonder what the heck functional medicine actually is? " When two passionate advocates for women’s health sit down together, you know the conversation will be both eye-opening and practical. In this episode of The BeingBrigid Show , Brigid Titgemeier is joined by Dr. Julie Foucher — a family medicine physician trained in functional medicine and a leading voice in women’s nutrition and hormone health. Together, they unpack how women can better understand and support their bodies through every life stage, from menstruation to perimenopause and menopause. You’ll hear how functional medicine offers a more complete, root-cause approach to symptoms that are too often dismissed in traditional healthcare. Dr. Foucher shares her clinical insights on hormone testing, nutrition strategies, and lifestyle interventions that can improve energy, mood, fertility, and long-term health. This conversation is equal parts science and practical application — the kind that leaves you feeling empowered to take ownership of your well-being. What You’ll Learn: How functional medicine changes the way women’s health is approached. The role of nutrition in hormone balance, metabolic health, and longevity. Why women in perimenopause/menopause need more personalized care. Functional lab tests worth discussing with your provider. Lifestyle changes that can optimize hormone health at any age. Timestamps: [00:02] – Welcome Dr. Julie Foucher and her journey into functional medicine [05:10] – Why women’s health is underserved in traditional medical training [11:35] – Hormone health and the power of early detection through testing [18:47] – Nutrition strategies for perimenopause and menopause [24:15] – Stress, sleep, and the hormone connection [31:22] – When to consider functional lab testing [38:40] – Creating a holistic care plan for long-term women’s health [44:55] – Dr. Foucher’s biggest advice for advocating for your health Resources & Links: Join Our Next Blood Sugar Reset for FREE — Leave a review on Apple or Spotify, screenshot it, and upload it here: beingbrigid.com/review Watch the full episode on YouTube here: Connect with Brigid: Website | Instagram