In this episode, I sat down with Alexandra from Just the Inserts for a conversation I’ve been dying to have for years. We talked about informed consent, what those tiny manufacturer inserts actually say, and why so much important information gets lost in our current healthcare system. Alexandra shares how her own experience as a new mom led her to dig deep into the data and turn complex, overlooked info into clear, empowering resources for women. We also unpack the business side of medicine, how it affects the care you receive, and why you have way more power in your healthcare choices than you might realize. This one’s a must-listen if you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or frustrated in a doctor’s office.

Alexandra is the founder of Just the Inserts, a platform dedicated to empowering individuals with accessible, transparent information about medical choices. With a solid research background and a passion for informed consent, she guides people through the complexities of pharmaceutical products and decisions. Her commitment to clear, reliable information has earned her recognition as a trusted voice in the community, helping countless individuals make more informed, confident healthcare decisions.

Find Alexandra:

Instagram: @Justtheinserts

Instagram: @Justthealternatives

www.justtheinserts.com

I need to tell you about Brenda.

When she first came to me, she was done. Exhausted, burned out, frustrated. She felt like she was living in a body she didn’t recognize anymore — and no matter how “healthy” she tried to be, nothing was working.

✔️ Her hair was thinning.
✔️ Her weight was climbing.
✔️ She couldn’t sleep.
✔️ Her energy was nonexistent.
✔️ Her cycles were all over the place.

And she kept thinking, “Maybe it’s just stress… maybe it’ll pass.”

But it didn’t.

What Brenda didn’t realize was that years of unaddressed hormone shifts — from birth control to motherhood to relentless career demands to a devastating divorce — had sent her system into survival mode. Her cortisol was sky-high, her estrogen detox pathways were struggling, and her body was holding on to everything because it didn’t feel safe.

Here’s what changed everything for her:
We tested first.

Not at the end of the program. Not as an afterthought. Right up front.

We used a DUTCH hormone test to see exactly what was happening inside her body — what her cortisol patterns looked like, how she was metabolizing estrogen, and whether her body was trying to keep up or completely tapped out.

Then we built a customized plan specifically for her body. No cookie-cutter protocols, no generic advice.

✅ Nutrition tailored to her cycle.
✅ Targeted, effective supplements.
✅ Stress management strategies for real life.
✅ And ongoing testing to track real, measurable progress.

And today? Brenda is thriving.

✔️ Her energy is back.
✔️ Her cycles are regular.
✔️ She’s sleeping through the night.
✔️ The stubborn weight has started to release.
✔️ And, most importantly, she feels like herself again.

I share Brenda’s story because I know so many women are walking around right now in burnout mode, thinking this is just how it is.

It doesn’t have to be.

👉 The 6-Month Female Hormone Solution is now OPEN.

This is the exact program Brenda used to turn everything around — and I only open it once a year.

It includes:
✨ Multiple DUTCH hormone tests
✨ 1:1 strategy calls and in-depth lab reviews
✨ Customized protocols for nutrition, exercise, and supplements
✨ Ongoing support from me and my team
✨ A private, empowering community of women walking this journey with you

If you’re tired of guessing, tired of DIY-ing your health, and ready to take back control — this is your time.

👉 Click below to grab your spot - registration closes this week!

6 month regular: https://drbethwestie.com/6-month-female-hormone-solution/

6 month menopause: https://drbethwestie.com/6-month-female-menopause-solution/

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Being exhausted every day is not normal.

Not the “I need a little nap” kind of tired.
I’m talking about the kind of exhaustion where:

• You can’t do the grocery store + make dinner in the same day.

• Folding a load of laundry feels like climbing a mountain.

• You cancel plans (again) because you just can’t.

And when you bring it up?
You get told:
“Maybe you’re just stressed.”
“It's just getting older”
"That's just part of being a woman.

No.
You are not crazy for feeling this way.
And you deserve answers.

Your energy levels are the result of so many pieces working together behind the scenes. When even one gets thrown off, your whole system feels it.

Here’s what I always recommend looking at when women tell me they’re this tired:

Dutch Test — my favorite starting point. It gives a deep dive into your:

• Cortisol levels throughout the day (a huge player in energy)

• Estrogen, progesterone & androgens (hello stamina + muscle strength)

• B vitamin markers & nutrient levels

• Methylation process (how your body actually uses what you give it)

Iron Levels — one of the most common deficiencies in women, especially if you’ve been told “your labs look fine” but you still feel awful.

Thyroid Panel — because a “normal” result doesn’t mean optimal, and your thyroid is everything for your metabolism, mood, and energy.

Sometimes even inflammatory markers or other custom labs depending on what your Dutch test reveals.

Because it shows the full picture.
Not just one hormone. Not just one level.
It helps us see the why behind your exhaustion so we can fix it at the source.

I can't tell you how many women I've worked with who were taking B vitamins or iron and still felt like garbage — because they weren’t addressing their cortisol patterns, methylation issues, or the fact they weren’t even absorbing their supplements properly.

You don’t need more guesswork.
You need strategy.

This is exactly what we do in the 6 Month Female Hormone Solution.

✨ Registration is open right now — but only to the waitlist.

Learn more: https://drbethwestie.com/fhs-waitlist/