207. Cynthia Thurlow: On Women’s Health, Intermittent Fasting, Protein Intake & Hormone Therapy
207. Cynthia Thurlow: On Women’s Health, Intermittent Fasting, Protein Intake & Hormone Therapy  
Podcast: The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka
Published On: Tue Oct 07 2025
Description: Join my FREE 3-Day Water Fast Challenge - October 15th. It's the exact protocol I use with pro athletes and Fortune 500 CEOs to flush inflammation and kickstart autophagy. Sign up here! http://bit.ly/4nTILPt The supplement aisle isn’t just reserved for bodybuilders anymore. Specific nutrients become non-negotiable for women navigating hormonal changes. Cynthia Thurlow shares why creatine monohydrate deserves a spot in every woman's routine for optimal health, the protein threshold required to stimulate muscle protein synthesis (hint: it’s more than what you’re eating), and why body composition matters infinitely more than the number on your scale.  Join the Ultimate Human VIP community for Gary Brecka's proven wellness protocols!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Get Cynthia Thurlow’s book, “Intermittent Fasting Transformation“ here: https://bit.ly/46PrboI  Pre-order Cynthia Thurlow’s book, “The Menopause Gut“ here: https://amzn.to/3WpMMz7  Listen to "Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+" on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/4mQjcgY  Spotify: https://bit.ly/3IRdptM  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4nZo5oU    Connect with Cynthia Thurlow: Website: https://bit.ly/4nJWOHE  YouTube: https://bit.ly/47blItA  Instagram: https://bit.ly/3KDxMLt  TikTok: https://bit.ly/4oay4bi  Facebook: https://bit.ly/3IXptcO  X.com: https://bit.ly/4nGN4xN           LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4pVMuNV    Thank you to our partners H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa EIGHT SLEEP: SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP: JOIN AND GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW MASA CHIPS: 20% OFF FIRST ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y VANDY: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/49Qr7WE AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn CARAWAY: “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S BIOPTIMIZERS: “ULTIMATE” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/4inFfd7 RHO NUTRITION: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/44fFza0 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC GENETIC TEST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG  Timestamps 00:00 Intro of Show 03:01 Cynthia’s Health Journey 06:48 Topic of Perimenopause on TED Talk 14:43 Intermittent Fasting and Protein Intake for Women 30:41 Creatine Monohydrate Benefits 36:48 Gut Health for Women 55:24 Hormone Testing and Therapy 1:12:21 Connect with Cynthia 1:12:47 What does it mean to you to be an Ultimate Human? Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation.  Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices