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Send us a textOn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, journalist and founder Ann Marie McQueen is joined by Dr Heidi Lescanec, a naturopathic physician based in Vancouver, BC, who brings over two decades of experience blending the latest scientific research with natural, clinically proven forms of medicine.Heidi has coined the term The Pink Zones to describe the cultural, emotional, physical, and communal conditions that allow women to not only navigate perimenopause and menopause – but to thrive. She's been listening to older, wiser women, and noticing the powerful patterns that emerge when we prioritize meaning, connection, and nervous system support over the relentless push to do more, be more, fix more.From hormone health and adrenal burnout to grief, rage, and the unprocessed emotions that surface at midlife, this conversation goes beyond symptom lists and into what it really means to design this season of life, rather than just survive it.Heidi and Ann Marie also dig into the nocebo effect, why outdated menopause narratives can actually make us feel worse, and how to reframe this transition as a gateway – not a decline.Highlights:Dr. Heidi Lescanec's integrative approach to hormone health, combining science, spirituality, and food-as-medicineIntroduction to The Pink Zones: envisioning supportive environments that celebrate women's agingExploration of how past generations managed menopause, transforming stigma into strength About Dr Heidi Lescanec:Dr Heidi Lescanec is a licensed naturopathic physician practicing in Vancouver, BC. With more than 20 years of experience, she blends science-backed natural medicine with a holistic, whole-person lens – addressing mind, body, and spirit.Where to find her:Website: thepinkzones.comSubstack: substack.com/@thepinkzonesIG: @drheidilescanecEpisode sponsor: Thanks to Menolabs for sponsoring this episode. Perimenopause can start earlier than you think. That's why Menolabs is here to support you with trusted information and science-backed products like MenoFit, a probiotic designed to help relieve symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and more, all while supporting your overall wellness. Use code HOTFLASH20 for 20% off at menolabs.com Halfway To Dead, A Midlife Spiritual JourneyMidlife is freaking hard. Let's flip the script. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with globally recognized strategist Dr Lydia Kostopoulos, whose work spans emerging technology, national security, and macrotrends. But it's her deep interest in human performance and healthy aging that brings her into the perimenopause conversation.Lydia shares her experience preparing for this life phase with intention, data, and strategy – including a military-style “perimenopause game plan”. Through her Project N of 1 series and personal research, she's built a unique, highly organized approach to symptom tracking, risk assessment, and hormone therapy prep – while emphasizing emotional and psychological resilience.What we cover:• Why Lydia created her Perimenopause Game Plan series as part of Project N of 1• Her strategic approach to tracking symptoms, health data, and preparing for hormone therapy• Insights from interviewing women across generations, disciplines, and cultures• Why mental and emotional health are critical pillars of healthy agingQuote:“If you don't know you have choices, then you never had a choice.” – Dr Lydia KostopoulosResources & Links:Perimenopause Game Plan YouTube PlaylistDr Lydia Kostopoulos on LinkedInInstagram: @hilydiakX @lkcyberEpisode sponsor: Thanks to Menolabs for sponsoring this episode. Perimenopause can start earlier than you think. That's why Menolabs is here to support you with trusted information and science-backed products like MenoFit, a probiotic designed to help relieve symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and more, all while supporting your overall wellness. Use code HOTFLASH20 for 20% off at menolabs.com *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who's navigating big transitions. Leave a review, subscribe, and don't forget to follow me on Instagram at @hotflashinc for daily inspiration and support in midlife and beyond.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textAre psychedelics a missing key to personal transformation in midlife?This week, I speak with Rob Grover and Gary Logan, the founders of The Journeymen Collective, a luxury guided psilocybin retreat company based in the mountains outside Vancouver, BC. These two have helped entrepreneurs, performers, couples—and yes, many women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and midlife transitions—use guided mushroom journeys to reconnect to themselves and release emotional burdens that therapy, medication, or self-help books haven't resolved.We talk grief, depression, anxiety, the inner critic, and how to tap into the body's sacred intelligence when everything feels disconnected. Rob and Gary explain the difference between “tripping” and undergoing a true guided journey, and why that distinction matters so deeply for healing and growth.Highlights: “Most people who find us have done the therapy, read the books, tried the biohacking—and still feel stuck.”– Rob Grover“This isn't about escaping—it's about meeting yourself more deeply than ever before.” – Gary LoganHow grief led both Rob and Gary to their first journeys with magic mushrooms—and why it changed everything.Why psilocybin is not a shortcut or magic bullet, but a profound reset for the nervous system.The science, spirituality, and deep preparation that goes into their luxury retreats.Why talk therapy for 10 years often gets outpaced by 4 days of immersive guided work.A frank and beautiful discussion about anger, sadness, menopause symptoms—and how they're often calls to listen to the body, not suppress it.Links + resources:Learn more: The Journeymen CollectiveFollow Rob and Gary on Instagram and LinkedInMentioned: Red School: Menstruality EducationResearch: MAPS – Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic StudiesUse code HOTFLASH20 for 20% off at MenoLabs.comEpisode sponsor: Thanks to Menolabs for sponsoring this episode. Use code HOTFLASH20 for 20% off at menolabs.comJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this honest and energizing conversation, Ann Marie sits down with 64-year-old Australian naturopath, speaker, and wellness rebel Jennifer Jefferies – aka @presentdaywisewoman – to talk about how women can embrace midlife and menopause without fear, extremes, or pharma dependency. Jen brings over 30 years of clinical experience, a surfboard, and a no-BS attitude to the conversation. Once a burned-out pharmaceutical rep, she made a full 180 after hitting the wall in her 20s and rebuilding her health using naturopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and her beloved “bare-ass minimum” (BAM) approach to wellness.This is a must-listen episode for any woman feeling confused, overwhelmed, or exhausted by the barrage of menopause messages out there.Highlights include:Why we're told menopause is a disaster – and why it doesn't have to beHow adrenal burnout is at the core of crappy perimenopause (even if your doctor won't admit it)The truth about estrogen “deficiency” and why we're not meant to keep producing it foreverWhat Western medicine gets wrong about hormone therapyThe rise of adrenal fatigue in the pandemic aftermathJen's Bare-Ass Minimum Plan to restore vitality, joy, and hormonal balanceWhy she swears by: going to bed before 10 p.m., eating close to nature 80% of the time, and having fun – yes, fun!What happens when we stop outsourcing our health and tune into our own wisdomAbout Jennifer Jefferies:Jennifer Jefferies is a veteran naturopath, speaker, author, and wellness educator with over three decades of clinical experience. Based on the Gold Coast of Australia, she's known for her refreshingly simple, radically realistic, and unapologetically fun approach to health and aging. She surfs at sunrise, gardens in her downtime, and helps women around the world step into their power.Where to find her:IG @thepresentdaywisewomanLearn more: jenniferjefferies.comAnn Marie's Takeaway:If you've been overwhelmed by the ever-moving bar of “what you should be doing” in midlife – from maxing out protein to lifting impossible weights – this episode is your permission slip to reset. Jen's message is simple: go back to basics, listen to yourself, and live from a place of prevention. Episode sponsor:Thanks to Menolabs for sponsoring this episode. Use code HOTFLASH20 for 20% off at menolabs.comJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on July 11, 2024In this episode, host and midlife and menopause journalist Ann Marie McQueen speaks with iconic American model Kim Alexis.They explore Kim's extensive career when she dominated the modeling industry. They talk about what it was like to appear on over 500 magazine – sometimes all of them at once – and cover her journey through competitive sports, her faith, clean living, marriage and menopause.Kim shares personal stories about her transition into menopause, her choice to use hormone therapy – and the controversial delivery method of pellets – and how she navigates various health claims and misinformation prevalent in the social media age.They also discuss the impact of environmental disruptors on health and, possibly, menopause, the evolving standards of beauty and self-image in aging, and the importance of self-care, self-inquiry, adaptation and outreach in midlife.Highlights:02:32 Kim Alexis on Social Media and Going Viral03:01 Natural Beauty and Aging Gracefully06:06 The Modeling Industry Then and Now10:54 Health, Fitness, and Post-Modeling Career12:30 Navigating Nutrition and Wellness Trends21:13 Adapting to Life's Changes21:19 Skincare from the Inside Out22:32 Personal Skincare Routines23:45 Hormonal Shifts and Menopause28:33 Hormone Therapy Controversy33:21 Emotional and Soul Searching36:49 Finding Love Later in Life39:02 Advice for Reinventing Yourself42:40 Future Plans and Giving BackJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on August 1, 2024You may have been hearing a lot about testosterone lately – what it is, why we need it, why we can't get it… I've gone to Melbourne, Australia to ask an expert in women's hormones across our lifespan, and one of the few people who has studied testosterone in-depth.Professor Susan Davis is a clinician researcher, consulting endocrinologist and head of the Monash University Women's Health Research Program in Melbourne.She is going to help us to tackle the current confusion – and hype – over testosterone, armed with what she knows best: the evidence. We talk about it all: the evidence, benefits, and potential misconceptions about testosterone supplementation for women, especially during menopause and perimenopause; the difficulty in measuring testosterone accurately, the placebo effect, risks and benefits of different hormone therapies, including testosterone pellets and creams, and the critical importance of credible sources of information. Professor Davis also highlights her extensive research, including studies on the cardiovascular effects of low testosterone and the physiological impacts on women's health.Highlights:03:38 Testosterone's role in a women's hormone structure06:35 Challenges in measuring testosterone19:50 Testosterone and cardiovascular health30:02 The misleading promises of testosterone therapy32:55 The controversy surrounding pellets36:17 Breast cancer risks and hormone therapy40:15 Testosterone for menopausal symptoms42:12 The role of DHEA in hormone therapy44:49 The impact of birth control pills46:26 Navigating hormone therapy and misinformation50:50 Current research and future directions53:33 The Influence of social media on health information56:10 Conclusion and credible resourcesJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on October 15, 2024.Hotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Leigh Erin Connealy, a leading figure in integrative medicine, known for her unique approach in combining conventional and alternative treatments in addressing chronic illnesses and cancer. Dr Connealy is the founder of the Center for New Medicine and the Cancer Center for Healing in Irvine, California and author of two books: The Cancer Revolution and the Be Perfectly Healthy. She is also co-founder of leading hormone brand, Raena Health.She talks about why so many people are getting cancer, how to make chemotherapy more effective and less lethal, why prevention needs to be the focus. For Dr Connealy, the question we need to be asking: what is going on with your terrain, and why is it making cancer? Everything from the food we eat to the chemicals we surround ourselves with to the emotional work we aren't doing is causing this. And find out what she thinks our number one risk is – why and what we can do about it. (It's probably not what you are thinking)Dr Connealy wants us all to know that in most cases, cancer is 10 years in the making. She has really good guidance for women considering hormone therapy, explaining the differences in synthetic hormones and the importance of the “orchestra”, including progesterone and pregnanalone, and more than one kind of estrogen. She explains why there is no one solution that fits all women – even though that's what mainstream medicine wants us to believe – and gives guidance on the particular cocktail, with tweaks, that she likes to prescribe. She also gives her take on whether hormone therapy prevents cancer – its worth listening to the end just to hear what she has to say about that – and addresses that ongoing fear women have, which is weighing our fear of breast cancer risk when considering hormone therapy.Dr Connealy is recognized for her personalized, holistic approach. This episode is nothing short of a masterclass on how to get our inner house in order.Highlights:01:56 The importance of personalized medicine02:07 The rise of chronic diseases03:09 The need for preventive healthcare04:44 Challenges in cancer treatment13:08 The importance of self-care14:40 The impact of EMFs on health28:12 The power of essential oils28:46 Reprogramming the mind with EVOX29:41 Healing affirmations and subconscious reprogramming33:37 The importance of sleep and water purificationThe Living in Clarity Podcast, with Fish & Coach Do you want to live an awesome life and to also inspire others? Fish is a world...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on October 21, 2023.This week we get down to basics, and basics are exactly what we need in this confusing world right now. This is THE podcast to listen to if you are confused about all things to do with taking hormone therapy.Dr Vikram Sinai Talaulikar is a specialist in reproductive medicine at University College London Hospital's NHS Foundation Trust and an associate professor in Women's Health at the University College London. He graduated in medicine in India in 2003 and completed a postgraduate degree in obstetrics and gynecology in 2007. He is a certified menopause specialist by the British Menopause Society, a menopause trainer and he is constantly educating others on this transition as well, via online webinars, events and through social media. He is also part of the trio who established the Menopause Research Education Fund, alongside medical journalist Fiona Clarke and groundbreaking menopause campaigner Diane Danzebrink.Highlights of our discussion: Hormone therapy (HT) 101WHI: good, bad and what we can learn from it 20 years onEstrogen in the pill vs estrogen in HT All the kinds of estrogen and what they are used for strogen too ethinyl estradiolEstrone, Estriol, Estradiol, and Estetrol.17 beta estradiolGetting to the bottom of body simila, body identical and bioidentical – and why that varies from country to country Pharmaceutical company produced HT vs compounding pharmacy versionsthe big “Catch-22” with compounding pharmacies that keeps their bioidentical hormones out of official recommendationsthe pill, HRT and breast cancer riskwhy problems with the pill don't get flagged and HRT does Evidence over estrogen and breast cancer risk (and randomized trials versus observational data)What's what: progesterone, progestin and progestogens (how they work and which one carries a slight risk for breast cancer)how long you really need to take HRT to see if it's workingwhy HT works for some people and not othersDr Talaulikar's favourite non-hormonal treatmentsWhere to find Dr Talaulikar:X: @VikramSinai Web: Menopause Clinic LondonMenopause Research and Education FundThe Living in Clarity Podcast, with Fish & Coach Do you want to live an awesome life and to also inspire others? Fish is a world...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis is a replay of Episode 129, originally aired on 16 November 2024.In this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy).This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause, and women's midlife health for 5+ years now.Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way.The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods' Top 10 Women's Health Podcasts listJoin the Conversation:Tag us on Instagram @hotflashinc and tell us your biggest takeaway from today's episode!Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash incJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, GenX journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Deena Emera, an evolutionary geneticist, senior scientist at the Buck Institute's Buck Center for Healthy Aging in Women, and author of A Brief History of the Female Body: An Evolutionary Look at How and Why the Female Form Came to Be.Dr Emera's research focuses on the genetic basis of reproductive longevity in mammals, and in this fascinating discussion, she breaks down the evolution of menopause, why female bodies age the way they do, and what modern science is uncovering about ovarian health and longevity.If you've ever wondered why menopause exists, how it evolved, and whether science will ever be able to delay or even prevent it, this episode is for you.Highlights: Understanding evolutionary biology (it's not boring, promise)The evolutionary mystery of menopauseWhat animals do go through menopause?Why all women didn't used to die at 50 (and what actually happened)How modern life has changed menopauseWhy Dr Emera needs bowhead whale ovariesCan we really end menopause?The truth about the Grandmother HypothesisQuote:"Menopause itself isn't surprising – if you live long enough, you will run out of eggs. What's unique about humans is that we have such a long post-reproductive life stage. That's the real mystery we need to solve." – Dr Deena EmeraWhere to find Dr Emera:Instagram: @deenaemeraLinkedIn: Deena EmeraBuy her book: A Brief History of the Female Body – Available on AmazonThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with fellow journalist and midlife advocate, Tamsen Fadal. A veteran Emmy Award-winning news anchor, Tamsen has transformed her career into a powerful force for women in midlife. From creating the groundbreaking PBS documentary The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause to her upcoming book How To Menopause (out March 2025), Tamsen is on a mission to change the conversation around menopause, confidence and aging.Connect with Tamsen Fadal:Website: www.tamsenfadal.comIG: @tamsenfadalTikTok: @tamsenfadalYouTube: Tamsen FadalThe M Factor Documentary: Watch hereThanks to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!From The M Factor team: This partial statement is in response to Hotflash inc's request for comment in light of recent reports and fact-checking of the film by ob-gyn Dr Jen Gunter and published on her platform, The Vagenda. The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” documentary earned continuing medical education (CME) Accreditation. On October 17, 2024 the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) hosted a 90-minute live webinar offering continuing medical education (CME) credit for healthcare providers. The event featured the documentary “The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause,” which was followed by a moderated discussion with menopause experts Dr. Stephanie Faubion, Mayo Clinic and The Menopause Society and Dr. Wen Shen, Johns Hopkins Medical,  moderated by FSMB board members and one of the film producers. Due to the limited capacity FSMB had for live registrations, CME credit was extended to those on the waitlist who accessed the recorded webinar online. After the live event, FSMB provided access to the recorded webinar for a limited period, and that window closed as scheduled. Accreditation remains intact for all participants, whether live or virtual. The FSMB CME webinar and accreditation concluded on November 21, 2024. We stand by our film and the medical doctors who shared their expertise with us. We recognize that others have different viewpoints.  We respect them all and we look forward to working together to help women live longer healthier lives.  Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textJessica Barac is a registered nutritionist, personal trainer, and the founder of What The Menopause, a women's health platform of over 950,000 women globally.After struggling with perimenopause in her late 30s and receiving little support from traditional healthcare, Jessica made it her mission to crack the perimenopause code and regain her vibrancy. Today, she has educated millions of women through her content and developed The Pause Power Method a science-backed approach addressing metabolic dysfunction and inflammation through nutrition, movement, and lifestyle to help women improve symptoms, achieve sustainable fat loss, and step into their most powerful era yet.Episode highlightsJessica's journey from struggling with perimenopause to launching What The Menopause.The power of humor: Why memes about menopause resonated with so many women.Recognizing perimenopause: The symptoms that caught Jessica by surprise and how she finally connected the dots.The impact on family life: Jessica's husband's plea to “figure it out” and how her symptoms affected her loved ones.Connecting the dots: Why so many women don't realize that symptoms like anxiety, depression, dry mouth, tinnitus, and frozen shoulder can be linked to perimenopause.The power of movement: How strength training, walking, and lifestyle shifts hold everything together in midlife.Quitting alcohol: The tough but transformative decision to stop drinking and how it changed Jessica's life.Reframing midlife: The importance of thinking about your 8-year-old and 80-year-old self when making life decisions.Top Quote“Perimenopause calls on you to take a very hard look at yourself – if you're willing to do it.” – Jessica BaracWhere to find Jessica & What The MenopauseWebsite: whatthemenopause.comInstagram: @whatthemenopauseFacebook: What The MenopauseTikTok: @whatthemenopauseThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Eye-Opening Moments PodcastEye-Opening Moments are stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives. They are...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this special solo episode, Ann Marie McQueen shares reader letters, explores the journey of trusting yourself with hormone therapy, and reflects on a touching encounter with a tiny bird that left a lasting impression.From listener messages that validate the power of open conversations about menopause to deep thoughts on aging, self-trust, and the emotional rollercoaster of hormone therapy, this episode is a candid, heartfelt exploration of what it means to navigate midlife with awareness and resilience. Highlights from this episode:Why text messages from listeners matter – and how you can send one, too.A reader's hormone therapy struggles – and why sometimes, stepping off the estrogen merry-go-round is the right decision.The fear of aging and how Ann Marie reframed her mindset about turning 55.The obsession with longevity and health hacks – and why some conversations in this space feel exhausting.A surreal experience with birds An honest take on learning to say “I don't like it” – and why that's an underrated midlife skill. Quote from this episode:"Sometimes you can do something, and sometimes you can't. The real wisdom is in knowing the difference."Sponsored by Mitopure: This episode is brought to you by Mitopure, the purest form of Urolithin A, designed to support cellular energy and longevity. Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH for 10% off your order.The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods' Top 10 Women's Health Podcasts listDisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any health decisions, especially regarding hormone therapy or new treatments. Full disclaimer at the end of the episode.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen Ann Marie sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to uncover the root causes of migraines and discuss how a holistic, science-backed approach can lead to relief and resilience.Diane blends Western medicine, Eastern healing practices, and advanced technology to tackle migraines at their core. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, to her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diane shares how her unique perspective – and attention to detail – is revolutionizing migraine care.

Send us a textIn this episode Gen X journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Niamh Daly, a yoga educator, menopause specialist and the creator of Yoga for Menopause & Beyond teacher training. Based in Ireland, she helps women worldwide navigate perimenopause and postmenopause with evidence-based, body-first yoga practices. Her latest book offers an empowering, realistic approach to movement for midlife women.

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Welcome to another episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast, where journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen explores all things perimenopause, menopause, midlife, and beyond. In this episode, Ann Marie sits down with Jennifer Scheinman, a registered dietitian nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in functional and integrative nutrition. As the senior manager of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline Nutrition, Jennifer brings expert insight into the science of Urolithin A, gut health, and how nutrition myths impact midlife wellness.Tune in for a discussion on the power of whole foods, the role of the gut microbiome, and why one-size-fits-all nutrition advice is outdated.

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of Hotflash inc, GenX journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with neurologist and award-winning dementia care professional Dr Teryn Clarke to discuss the science and lifestyle strategies that can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease, which disproportionately affect women. Drawing from her book, Brain Health Action Plan: Simple, Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes that Optimize Cognitive Fitness and Reduce Alzheimer's Risk Dr Clarke shares part actionable tips to improve brain health today and protect it for the long term.Episode highlights:Dr Teryn Clarke's personal motivation The power of exercise and low sugar diets The surprising immediate benefits of brain-healthy habits Type 3 diabetesIntermittent fasting explainedSeed oils Hormone therapy and Iron buildup in women post-menopauseKey supplements for brain healtThe emotional connection: how stress, loneliness, and trauma increase dementia riskThe critical link between hearing, vision, and dementia prevention  Why brain stimulation matters: exercise, learning, and meaningful social connections  

Send us a textIn this episode, host Ann Marie McQueen chats with Jenny Powers, scientist, writer, athlete and co-author of On the Origin of Being, about how modern society has veered far from the evolutionary way of living –  and how that's impacting our health, particularly for women in midlife.Jenny, a scientist with a PhD in microbiology and immunology, discusses how our biology has been shaped over millennia and why the mismatch between modern life and our evolved needs might be making perimenopause and menopause more challenging than they need to be.The conversation explores topics like nutrition, movement, sleep, light exposure, stress, and the role of community. Jenny shares her own journey through perimenopause, revealing the lifestyle changes that helped her eliminate symptoms including hot flashes, headaches, and inflammation.Could returning to our evolutionary roots be the ultimate biohack? Tune in to find out!Episode Highlights:

Send us a textIn this solo episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen kicks things off by responding to a listener question about whether she's mega-dosing estrogen, breaking down how to check your prescription and what guidelines to follow. Then, she reflects on her recent experience giving a keynote speech at Arab Health – navigating imposter syndrome, unexpected encouragement, and how she bounced back from her "no one would help the little hen" moment.Ann Marie also dives into:How she's declaring January 29  as Hotflash Inc's official fresh start.The ongoing debate over hormone therapy and the pushback she gets from doctors.Why she's cutting out sugar (again) and the surprising effect it has on her pain levels.The challenges of standing up for herself, saying no, and asking for what she deserves.What happens when you think someone is hating your talk... and they turn out to be your biggest fan.Why she refuses to endorse fitness programs that don't align with how she – and most women – wants to train.Plus, a shoutout to stay tuned for Hotflash inc Podcast guest Steph Ziev's upcoming TEDx talk, a reminder to be the CEO of your own health, and an open invitation to text her – if she can ever figure out how to reply!The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts In the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods' Top 10 Women's Health Podcasts list Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with Dr Nicky Keay, a medical doctor specializing in exercise endocrinology. With a career dedicated to understanding how lifestyle, nutrition, and movement impact hormones, Dr Keay brings a unique perspective to perimenopause, menopause, and female hormone health.Dr Keay is the author of Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and editor of the anthology Myths of Menopause. She also serves as an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University College London and is a medical advisor to the Scottish Ballet.Highlights include:- The "hormone orchestra" analogy and why balancing all hormones – not just estrogen – is key to long-term health.- Why perimenopause is like The Odyssey, filled with challenges but also opportunities for growth.- The myths of menopause, including how social media sirens influence women's decisions. (She explains)- How exercise, nutrition, and sleep impact hormonal balance during perimenopause and menopause.Key highlights from this episode:- Understanding the hormonal orchestra – and why balance is key.- How perimenopause is like the teenage years – but in reverse.- Why mindset matters – your thoughts can literally impact your hormone levels.- The best exercise approaches for hormonal health at different life stages.- The truth about testosterone – who really needs it?- Why HRT should be personalized – and the problem with "one-size-fits-all" hormone prescriptions.- The progesterone debate – why it's necessary even after a hysterectomy.Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!The Hotflash inc Podcast is one of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsConnect with Dr Nicky Keay:Website: www.nickykeayfitness.comInstagram: @drnickykeayX: @drnickykeayBooks: Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and Myths of Menopause (Editor)"Your hormones aren't your enemy – they are your greatest tool for health and vitality. Learn to harness them, not fear them."  Dr Nicky KeayJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you To our sponsors For making this episode possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.In this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen speaks with  Dr Jerilynn Prior, a professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia and the head of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR). For over 40 years, Dr. Prior has been a trailblazer in understanding women's hormones, championing the crucial role of progesterone alongside estrogen in women's health.We dive into:Why obstetrics and gynecology might not be the best specialties for addressing women's hormonal healthThe persistent misconception of estrogen as “the women's hormone” and why it's wrong to label anyone as “estrogen deficient.”How progesterone is essential in balancing estrogen's effects, protecting our bodies, and supporting overall health.The dangers of conflating bioidentical progesterone with synthetic progestins.Why ovulation is critical for lifelong health and how the birth control pill can impact young women's peak bone mass.Her research findings on progesterone as an effective treatment for perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and heavy flow.Dr. Prior also sheds light on the challenges researchers face in advancing women's health due to systemic biases in funding and publishing. She shares her hopes for the future and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in how we approach women's reproductive health.Special thanks to Dr. Prior for her invaluable contributions to women's health and her unwavering dedication to advancing our understanding of hormones, ovulation, and the menopause transition.To engage with CeMCOR: CeMCOR (Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research)Website: www.cemcor.ubc.caFacebook: CeMCOR Facebook PageX: @CeMCORInstagram: The Headache Doctor PodcastStop the cycle of fear of your next migraine and dependence on medication. Listen now!Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Eye-Opening Moments PodcastEye-Opening Moments are stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives. They are...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen is joined by naturopathic doctor and women's health expert, Lara Briden. With decades of clinical experience, she is the author of three books: Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and her newest release, Metabolism Repair for Women. Lara's work focuses on empowering women with evidence-based knowledge to navigate their hormonal health, including through perimenopause and menopause. Together, they unravel the intricate world of estrogen, its role in women's lives and how it connects to the challenges and opportunities of midlife health. From estrogen metabolism to hormone therapy myths and best practices, Lara provides actionable insights and science-backed advice to empower women on their health journeys.Key topics: Why estrogen is both celebrated and misunderstood.The evolution of hormone therapy and what's changed since the Women's Health Initiative.How progesterone fits into the midlife health equation.The relationship between estrogen metabolism, gut health, and lifestyle factors like diet and alcohol.Lara's perspective on a renewed need to find  balance in modern hormone therapiesExplainer: Dr Ray Peat, who passed away in 2022,  was an American biologist and researcher, and he believed metabolism was a foundation of health – helping to spawn the pro-metabolic movement. He was a progesterone researcher who believed estrogen is an inflammatory stress hormone that causes more health problems than it helps. The term we spoke about where you feel you need more and more of something that is actually making you feel worse is tachyphylaxis, and it's something that the British Menopause Society issued a warning about in 2023.When Lara mentions a “four-fold” increase in dementia risks, she is referring to studies associated with heavy, long-term use. Other studies have found lower risks. If you are concerned about whether the medication you are taking is anti-cholinergic, and by how much, check out the Anticholinergic Burden Calculator. Thank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.The Hotflash inc Podcast has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts on the web.Guest linksWebsite: larabriden.comInstagram: @larabridenX: @LaraBridenJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textAndrea Donsky is a holistic nutritionist, TikTok star and co-founder of Morphus, a company devoted to supporting women through menopause with research, community and a range of supplements. She is also an avid data collector and has published her findings on symptoms, sleep, anxiety and doctor's visits in Menopause, the journal of the Menopause Society.She is here to talk all about how there are actually 103 menopause symptoms, as well as data on sleep, anxiety and doctor's visits – and some preliminary research on menopause at work.The conversation also touches upon the need for better education and awareness among healthcare providers and the importance of community support for women undergoing these changes.Journey into menopause researchSurvey findings and community insightsDoctor visits and healthcare challengesSleep and anxiety issuesWorkplace challenges during menopausePhantom smells and all the other symptomsThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Offering 10% off your order of Mitopure. Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH.Where you can find Andrea: IG: @andreadonsky @wearemorphusTikTok: @andreadonsky Morphus: Use the code save10hotflash to get 10 percent off your orderJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of Hotflash inc host and journalist Ann Marie McQueen talks to EJ Kim and Marina Pen, founders of Nnabi, one of the few companies exclusively focused on perimenopause. EJ and Marina share their personal journeys through perimenopause and the challenges they faced that inspired them to create Nnabi.Nnabi's mission is to educate and support women navigating the complexities of perimenopause, and they've launched two innovative supplements aimed at enhancing overall well-being during this transformative life stage. These supplements are crafted with carefully selected, clinically tested ingredients to address key areas of health impacted by hormonal fluctuations, including mood, energy, digestion, and stress management.Highlights: EJ and Marina's personal experiences with perimenopause and the struggles they faced.The lack of resources and awareness about perimenopause when they started Nnabi.The science and philosophy behind Nnabi's flagship products, such as the Peri Essential 5 supplement, formulated to provide holistic support for women.Insights on the importance of community, education, and empowerment for women in perimenopause.How Nnabi is addressing perimenopause as its own stage, separate from menopause, to provide tailored solutions.The broader conversation about hormonal health, the role of supplements, and the ongoing need for research in this field.Key Takeaways:Perimenopause can affect every aspect of life, and understanding symptoms is a crucial first step.Education and holistic support can help women navigate this life stage with confidence and clarity.Supplements like Nnabi's Peri Essential 5 are designed to complement other strategies, such as lifestyle changes, and even hormone therapy.Guest Links:Learn more about Nnabi and their products: NnabiLife.comFollow Nnabi on Social Media:Instagram: @nnabilifeFacebook: Nnabi LifeTwitter: @nnabilifeLinkedIn: NnabiThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.Eye-Opening Moments PodcastEye-Opening Moments are stories of adversity, encounters, and perspectives. They are...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textKitty Blomfield is a powerful voice in helping women navigate all the BS around food and movement and get their metabolism back. She is co-founder of the comprehensive fitness and nutrition program Nustrength, with her husband Craig, where she helps women get out of the never-ending cycle and get the bodies and minds they want – many of them in perimenopause. She's also co-founder of Saturee, a skin-care and supplement company. In this podcast, Kitty shares her journey from struggling with restrictive diets and stress-induced health issues to discovering the benefits of metabolic health and strength training, inspired by the work of Dr. Ray Peat. Their discussion delves into the importance of consuming nutrient-dense foods, like liver and oysters, the power of proper strength training, and the transformational impact of addressing emotional health. She gives practical advice on starting simple exercise routines, the significance of nourishing the body, and the positive changes that embracing a realistic, long-term approach to health can bring.Highlights:Going from diet struggles to discovering metabolic healthThe transformative power of nutrition (and why you might not need to eat all the nuts, seeds and vegetables you think you do)Understanding metabolic health and hormonesWhy you need to address emotional wellbeing and personal growthDr Ray Peat, progesterone, and an alternative view of estrogen Where hormone therapy fits into the conversation Empowerment of strength trainingFocusing on incremental progressIntroduction to Nustrength The power of liver and oysters The Impact of Polyunsaturated FatsHer experience on Survivor Australia Why you might need a relationship renovationWhere to find Kitty:Instagram: @KittyBlomfieldWebsite: NuStrength, SatureeThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIt's the perfect podcast for a brand-new year. Aren't you tired of abandoning yourself choose things that make other people happy? Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and host of the Hotflash inc podcast, is joined by Stef Ziev, a New York-based executive life coach. Ziev draws from her extensive career in the entertainment industry and her background in psychology to help individuals regain control over their choices and lives. Connect with Stef Ziev:Website: https://stefziev.comLinkedIn: @stefziev/Instagram: @stefziev/Twitter: @stefzievJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textHotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen interviews Srini Bhat, a former monk and life enhancement coach she met at Kamalaya Wellness in Koh Samui, Thailand. Ann Marie discusses her transformative session with Srini, which set her on a path of positive change over the past 18 months. Srini shares insights on embracing the truth of one's current state, being present, and overcoming unconscious patterns that limit happiness. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-awareness, and genuine desire for happiness to lead a more fulfilled life. Srini also touches on the concept of living authentically and energetically by avoiding the 'five viruses' - complaining, blaming, self-pity, feeling like a victim, and comparison. This episode offers deep reflections and practical advice on living a conscious and joyful life.Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn another solo episode, Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen talks about her frustration with unrealistic expectations for women, Peter Attia, weighted vests, people who use the words “misinformation, disinformation” and who like to “debunk” things, what happens when you start to choose yourself, the song that got her crying in the gym and why It's all a great way to get you excited about who's going to be on the podcast next week. Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode, Jacqui Burge joins me (Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen) for a magical conversation that ranges from why perimenopause needed an easy-to-digest, simple and clean protein powder to how much better life can be without sugar. Jacqui is a thoughtful, post-menopausal American health and wellness entrepreneur. A workplace wellness pioneer, she has more than three million views on LinkedIn for sessions offered by her company Desk Yogi. She's been a figure skater, a rock star, a mom and a drug addict. She's also a woman who found herself a bit lost when menopause hit, and it was unexplained weight gain that led her to launch XO Jacqui. And this is where I found her, because Jacquie's clean, vegan, organic and gluten-free protein powder is literally the only one in the world my tummy can tolerate. You can literally count the ingredients on your hand. It's delicious and I actually import it from the US to the UAE. (If you want some of your own, use code HOTFLASHINC15 at checkout) Jacqui's mantra aligns with mine here at Hotflash inc: be your own advocate, stay curious and a step outside of your comfort zone. The episode emphasizes embracing change, the non-linear nature of healing, and promoting self-acceptance and mental well-being.Highlights:The power of nudgesWhy she works on Sundays How to edit your to-do list to cut overwhelm How to make the first person you take care of youHow not to turn yourself into a mashed potato What drove her to start making her own protein powder (and what's going on with a lot of varieties that seem healthy) The one thing about the obsession with protein you need to knowPerimenopause is asking about ‘what can you simplify'Why perimenopause should be a recognized rite of passageThe stability, knowingness and awareness that gets solidified in menopauseWhat is “pretend connection” and why does it hurt us? Re-examining alcohol in perimenopause What happens after you kick sugar for 10 daysHow neurofeedback cut through the trauma and finally helped her feel safeWhy she wants you to get support in tackling your traumaThe two sides of asking for helpWhat radical acceptance really meansHer best advice for going through perimenopause Menopausal creativity burstsWhy “post-menopause” needs more loveMy Fit TribeWhere each episode devles into unique experience and knowledge about body mind and spiritListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textToday host and Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen introduces an ambitious project: the Perimenopause Game Plan. This compiles 5 years of research, more than 100 interviews, many conversations with women and her own experience. This is unrolling over on Substack. Listen to the podcast to find out how. Send a text if you have questions or there is anything you want to know. Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. In the new intro, Ann Marie relays a conversation she had with women's hormone expert Lara Briden about why it works and why it's better than potassium iodide (because it shelters the breast from estrogen and is preferentially taken up by more estrogen-sensitive tissues like the breast rather than the thyroid gland.Disclaimer: Anyone with a thyroid problem who is considering taking iodine should check with their doctor first. Diane shares insights on why women often overlook breast pain, how hormone therapy can trigger it, and the need to be proactive about breast care. They discuss the clinical research behind Violet Daily's molecular iodine supplement, its impact on both women and men, and its role in alleviating breast pain and supporting overall breast health. Diane also offers advice on advocating for yourself at the doctor's office and shares her personal menopause journey.Why we ignore our breast painWhat can trigger breast pain (including hormone therapy)Why you need to have a relationship with your breasts (and be your own expert)Dianne's advice for holding your own at the doctor's officeWhat is molecular iodine and why might you want to take it? What about the thyroid + why you have to be careful Iodine for women and men The breast pain “pathway”Molecular iodine – clinical research Breast pain and changes in perimenopause Dianne's menopause experience and her top tip for getting through itUse code hotflashinc for 10 percent off if you order Violet DailyJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse:Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashincEpisode website: HotflashincSee hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy informationJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. Diane shares insights on why women often overlook breast pain, how hormone therapy can trigger it, and the need to be proactive about breast care. They discuss the clinical research behind Violet Daily's molecular iodine supplement, its impact on both women and men, and its role in alleviating breast pain and supporting overall breast health. Diane also offers advice on advocating for yourself at the doctor's office and shares her personal menopause journey.Why we ignore our breast painWhat can trigger breast pain (including hormone therapy)Why you need to have a relationship with your breasts (and be your own expert)Dianne's advice for holding your own at the doctor's officeWhat is molecular iodine and why might you want to take it? What about the thyroid + why you have to be careful Iodine for women and men The breast pain “pathway”Molecular iodine – clinical research Breast pain and changes in perimenopause Dianne's menopause experience and her top tip for getting through itUse code hotflashinc for 10 percent off if you order Violet DailyJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textMaryann Jacobsen is a registered dietitian with a master's degree in nutrition. She has extensive experience with developmental stages, researching health topics, and writing. She's also a forward-thinker who realizes that when it comes to aging, midlife doesn't get nearly the attention it needs – and for the past five years, she's been working to change that.Maryann has a common-sense, independent thinking approach; she dives deep into research to uncover innovative and original insights. I feel like she's my soul sister when it comes to these things, and the way the narrative is being crafted around perimenopause and menopause, in particular. Her goal is for every woman to have the basic knowledge she needs to make informed health decisions. We cover a lot of ground here: including the role of hormones, the significance of micronutrients like iron and choline, nitric oxide's impact on health, and the necessity of a holistic approach to manage symptoms. The episode also sheds light on how lifestyle changes can enhance the effectiveness of hormone therapy and addresses commonly overlooked issues such as sleep-disordered breathing and its impact on health during midlife.Topics covered: Why it's not as simple as “eat right and exercise” in midlife The risks of drinking while taking hormone therapy (that no one is talking about) All the things that are more interesting than hormone therapy Resistance breathing for reducing inflammation and other benefits The overlooked (and vital role) of nitric oxide All the ways to increase your nitric oxideHormone therapy, sure, but have you heard about beets? Pycnogenol Nasal breathing, headaches and sleep apnea The mixed results of hormone therapy Sunlight The nuances of post-menopause estrogen productionWhy we both are reticent about going estrogen Why beets aren't much help for vaginasWhere to find Maryann and Midlife Strong:Substack: Midlife Strong Instagram: Midlife StrongJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy). This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause and women's midlife health for 5+ years now. Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way. Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textDr Amy Divaraniya is the CEO and Founder of Oova, a leading women's health platform known for its physician-backed fertility and perimenopause at-home hormone monitoring. Oova empowers people to take control of their hormone health from their first period and to their last and beyond. Prior to founding Oova, Dr. Divaraniya spent 10 years as a data scientist, leading and publishing research in personal genomics and biomarker discovery. We talk about the pressing issues and misconceptions surrounding perimenopause and fertility, shedding light on the importance of hormone monitoring and personalized health care. Together, they highlight the generational shift in women demanding better understanding and treatment for perimenopause while emphasizing the critical aspects of hormone balance, the interplay of fertility and perimenopause, and the future of personalized medical treatments in women's health.Topics covered: 02:04 Fertility and hormone monitoring04:47 Understanding hormonal cycles08:21 The role of ovulation10:20 Perimenopause data insights15:45 Testing for perimenopause19:45 Understanding progesterone and estrogen balance20:16 Navigating perimenopause and IVF21:15 Future of perimenopause and menopause treatments22:08 Clinical research and data in women's health23:22 Personalized medicine for perimenopause25:55 Fertility concerns and technological advances27:51 Hormone tracking and testing32:40 Survey insights on perimenopause38:15 Final thoughts and podcast disclaimerCheck out Oova's The State of Perimenopause Report.  Find out more about Oova on their website.Follow Oova on Instagram.Connect with Amy on LinkedIn.Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIf there is anything I like people going through peri menopause to know,  if there's anything I'd like you to know, it's that no matter what route you take, no matter how you feel physically, the very best thing you can do emotionally and spiritually is to begin the painful, healing, scary, but fruitful reckoning with your past so you can properly face your future.The transformative minefield for that, for me.  And I want you to be able to experience this too.  Let me get you started with my I forgive you letter to myself.Join the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode, the focus is on the transformative journey of Rebekah Brown, a narrative research specialist and founder of the vibrant midlife community and supplement brand Liminal (formerly MPowder). Rebekah discusses her personal experiences with perimenopause and the physical and emotional transitions it entails. The conversation delves into the importance of addressing stress, sleep issues, and the rebranding journey from MPowder to Liminal. Topics such as hormone therapy, societal narratives surrounding menopause, the challenges of midlife, and the benefits of naturopathic practices like herbal remedies, acupuncture, and yoga are covered. Emphasis is placed on the collective wisdom and agency of women, the impact of societal constructs, and the need for a nuanced, science-based discussion around hormonal health. This episode highlights the significance of storytelling, community, and the blending of traditional and modern medical approaches to empower women navigating this stage of life.Highlights:00:31 Rebecca's menopause journey03:48 Launching and rebranding a company07:38 The importance of community and research11:44 Navigating health narratives21:56 The role of journalism in female health24:40 The menopause supplement market: A reality check25:48 Emerging trends and innovations in menopause supplements26:41 Navigating the noise: identifying quality products27:54 The complexities of botanical health claims29:21 The role of botanicals in menopause32:18 The importance of regulatory change34:54 Personal experiences with botanicals41:04 Naturopathy and menopause: a holistic approach44:43 Advice for women struggling with perimenopause50:20 What's next for LiminalLinks:Website https://mpowder.store/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mpowderstore Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mpowderstore/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mpowderJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast was originally posted in November 23, 2023.Dr June Chin knows about pain and how to treat it on the deepest levels: from her own experiences that started in her teens years and through to that of patients. She's an integrative medical cannabis physician and has spent more than20  years working in holistic medicine. She is currently a professor at New York University and Syracuse University teaching Cannabis Health and Science, Vice Chair for the Cannabis Advisory Board for the New York State Office of Cannabis Management and Chair of the Health, Safety and Research Committee for New York State's Office of Cannabis Management. She is the author of the book Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness and founded and operated seven bicoastal integrative cannabis medicine clinics in California, New York, and Connecticut.  Her training includes studying nutritional biochemistry at Cornell University, osteopathic medicine at Touro University, medical acupuncture at Harvard University, and research at Columbia University, Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Women's Health. Through her work as a clinician, professor, and author, she has created medical protocols for the industry and internationally accepted methods for cannabinoid formulations, research, education, and training programs. She is also the chief medical officer for NNABI. Highlights: The personal experience that drew her to holistic medicine, and cannabis in particularThe 101 on our endocannabanoid system The different forms of cannabis – and how CBD is different The interplay between CBD and hormone therapyThe intersection between perimenopause and the endocannabanoid system?How specifically can cannabis and CBD help Her work with the startup NNABI, which is providing a CBD solution for perimenopauseHer take on some of the other alternative, plant-based medicines and psychedelics being developed to treat peri/menopauseHer top advice for women in perimenopauseWhere to find Dr Chin:IG: @nnabi.life @drjunechinJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast originally ran on October 21, 2023.This week we get down to basics, and basics are exactly what we need in this confusing world right now. This is THE podcast to listen to if you are confused about all things to do with taking hormone therapy.Dr Vikram Sinai Talaulikar is a specialist in reproductive medicine at University College London Hospital's NHS Foundation Trust and an associate professor in Women's Health at the University College London. He graduated in medicine in India in 2003 and completed a postgraduate degree in obstetrics and gynecology in 2007. He is a certified menopause specialist by the British Menopause Society, a menopause trainer and he is constantly educating others on this transition as well, via online webinars, events and through social media. He is also part of the trio who established the Menopause Research Education Fund, alongside medical journalist Fiona Clarke and groundbreaking menopause campaigner Diane Danzebrink.Highlights of our discussion: Hormone therapy (HT) 101WHI: good, bad and what we can learn from it 20 years onEstrogen in the pill vs estrogen in HT All the kinds of estrogen and what they are used for strogen too ethinyl estradiolEstrone, Estriol, Estradiol, and Estetrol.17 beta estradiolGetting to the bottom of body simila, body identical and bioidentical – and why that varies from country to country Pharmaceutical company produced HT vs compounding pharmacy versionsthe big “Catch-22” with compounding pharmacies that keeps their bioidentical hormones out of official recommendationsthe pill, HRT and breast cancer riskwhy problems with the pill don't get flagged and HRT does Evidence over estrogen and breast cancer risk (and randomized trials versus observational data)What's what: progesterone, progestin and progestogens (how they work and which one carries a slight risk for breast cancer)how long you really need to take HRT to see if it's workingwhy HT works for some people and not othersDr Talaulikar's favourite non-hormonal treatmentsWhere to find Dr Talaulikar:X: @VikramSinai Web: Menopause Clinic LondonMenopause Research and Education FundJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textFULL DISCLOSURE: Jen and I recorded this interview last year. Almost a year ago. It was and is so important to me that I am sharing it with you now, with Jen's blessing. (It fell into the “I took a short break to build my business and then my dad died suddenly” gap. You know the one ;)Anyway, Jen is a very hardworking, accomplished entrepreneur and champion of midlife women. She runs the Jen Marples Agency and her goal is to help women over 40 get seen, heard, paid and to make an impact. She's also the host of The Jen Marples Show: You're Not too F***ing Old (soon to be called just You're Not Too F***ing Old). We talk about it all: why you need to find supportive groups and new tribes (and what to do when yours isn't working), ending friendships, dealing with ageism and the profound beauty and peace that comes with middle age and menopause. Jen believes you have to be a strong advocate for your own health. And she shares her own challenging journey, with endometriosis, IVF, perimenopause/massive burnout and ultimately reclaiming her vitality through rest, reinvention and getting her sleep back through the power of hormone therapy (thanks for delaying your nightly progesterone wind-down for us, Jen! The episode also touches on the essential book The Upgrade by neuroscientist Dr Louann Brizendine and offers advice on how and why you need to prioritize health care, making investments even when it's not covered by insurance. 01:42 The power of language03:00 Challenging ageism05:41 Embracing midlife10:06 Financial impacts of ageism12:15 Navigating negative programming26:15 Dealing with friendship loss28:46 Navigating toxic relationships29:44 Embracing new friendships32:08 Perimenopause and Burnout35:42 Hormone therapy journey39:29 Advocating for women's health49:59 Starting over at midlifeThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textJoe Sealey is a former UK footballer who is married to UK businesswoman Nicole, and they are both cast members of The Real Housewives of Cheshire. He's also comforting and cracking men and women alike up with his ongoing commentary on living with a woman in menopause. Joe jokes a lot, but he also gets serious about  the challenges and changes experienced during Nicole's perimenopause and menopause, the importance of communication between partners, and how the couple navigates their journey together. Joe also offers some solid menopause tips for men and women alike. Find Joe on: TikTok @Joe_SealeyInstagram @JoeSealeyThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textHotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen talks about the first-ever perimenopause month, Hot Flash Day (courtesy of Stripes) and the annual meeting of The Menopause Society of North America. She talks about sleep, hot flashes, weird quirks of research; hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy. Some new numbers on how many women in the US are taking hormone therapy (it's way less than you think) and asks why only estrogen is considered hormone therapy. She talks about three of her best friends, who were transformed by exogenous hormones. And she talks about her own spiritual awakening through menopause, which sounds annoying but hopefully is not. Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textToday Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen is speaking with a board-certified gynecologist whose surgical career was focused on fibroids and endometriosis before she discovered her love for functional medicine and holistic therapy and discovered what it could do for women struggling with menopause, hormones and wellness. Dr Masghati, who offers virtual consults worldwide in four languages, talks about treating patients from Lebanon to the Philippines, about the balance of estrogen and progesterone, the role of testosterone, the relevance of detoxification, ADHD in midlife, why some people want compounded hormones and why no matter what, we all need individualized treatments. The conversation also delves into the misconceptions about hormone therapies, such as pellets, and how to support women as they undergo psychological and physical changes. 01:59 Dr Masghati's journey to holistic medicine03:35 Understanding hormonal imbalances (and estrogen dominance, even if you call it something else)03:56 Global perspectives on women's health06:02 Environmental factors affecting hormones10:27 The importance of progesterone17:58 Challenges in hormone treatment20:02 The role of functional medicine29:03 Liver health and hormone balance34:11 Thyroid and insulin resistance34:44 Liver detox and macronutrients35:13 Hormones and sleep36:12 Diet and exercise tips38:28 ADHD and hormonal changes41:19 Managing ADHD symptoms in perimenopause47:29 Hormone therapy options52:07 Risks and side effects of hormone therapy57:55 Hormones and disease preventionDan Bain's Sleepy Time MumblesAre podcasts TOO interesting? Need a podcast you CAN miss? Every episode Dan Bain...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn part 2 of her interview with Buff Bones' Rebekah Rotstein tells Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen about the complexities of health during perimenopause and menopause, highlighting the importance of both mineral density, muscles, tendons, collagen and fascia. She outlines the Buff Bones comprehensive exercise plan to hit all the targets in a week, emphasizing personalized care and the importance of mobility and motor control exercises. They explore the impact of collagen, estrogen and (briefly) progesterone on bone health and dive into the fascinating role of fascia in the body's connective tissue system – and in menopause. 02:01 Building bone and muscle through menopause04:38 The importance of mobility07:03 Collagen and bone density09:40 Hormone therapy and bone health18:46 The role of fascia in healthNB: These episodes were recorded in late 2023. Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, host Ann Marie McQueen tries to explain her long and convoluted relationship to and quest for hormone therapy. This is an episode about her experiences, made more complicated by living abroad,  reluctant doctors and by years spent wandering in a wilderness of emotional and physical symptoms no one could explain. Until everything blew up. And let's not forget the gut issues.In it you will see that even with all her resources, and a global platform all about menopause and midlife, Ann Marie is still trying to find the right recipe for her. The search continues. Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, host and Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen interviews Rebecca Rotstein.Rebekah is the founder of Buff Bones, a medically endorsed exercise method for bone and joint health with on-demand classes and trained instructors in more than 30 countries. Rebekah is a former ballet dancer who has trained athletes and deeply studied the body, including cadaver dissections, along with coursework and fascia research, somatic studies, and visceral manipulation. She serves on bone health working groups in the US, contributing to their recommendations. She's a Pilates teacher, advocate and well-known speaker.Part 1 of this conversation delves into into the intricacies of bone and joint health, sharing evidence-based studies that emphasize the need for high-intensity exercise to increase bone density after menopause. They discuss societal misconceptions, the importance of understanding one's body type, the critical roles of muscle tension and gravity in bone health, and the impacts of early life habits on long-term bone health.Next week in Part 2: What you do to keep your bones, muscles, tendons and fascia strong. 02:52 The Importance of bone health04:00 Research and misconceptions in bone health05:49 Backlash and misunderstandings10:46 Rebekah's personal journey with osteoporosis19:03 The interconnectedness of bones and muscles33:14 Preventing bone problems from early lifeThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.Hotflash inc founder and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Leigh Erin Connealy, a leading figure in integrative medicine, known for her unique approach in combining conventional and alternative treatments in addressing chronic illnesses and cancer. Dr Connealy is the founder of the Center for New Medicine and the Cancer Center for Healing in Irvine, California and author of two books: The Cancer Revolution and the Be Perfectly Healthy. She is also co-founder of leading hormone brand, Raena Health.She talks about why so many people are getting cancer, how to make chemotherapy more effective and less lethal, why prevention needs to be the focus. For Dr Connealy, the question we need to be asking: what is going on with your terrain, and why is it making cancer? Everything from the food we eat to the chemicals we surround ourselves with to the emotional work we aren't doing is causing this. And find out what she thinks our number one risk is – why and what we can do about it. (It's probably not what you are thinking)Dr Connealy wants us all to know that in most cases, cancer is 10 years in the making. She has really good guidance for women considering hormone therapy, explaining the differences in synthetic hormones and the importance of the “orchestra”, including progesterone and pregnanalone, and more than one kind of estrogen. She explains why there is no one solution that fits all women – even though that's what mainstream medicine wants us to believe – and gives guidance on the particular cocktail, with tweaks, that she likes to prescribe. She also gives her take on whether hormone therapy prevents cancer – its worth listening to the end just to hear what she has to say about that – and addresses that ongoing fear women have, which is weighing our fear of breast cancer risk when considering hormone therapy. Dr Connealy is recognized for her personalized, holistic approach. This episode is nothing short of a masterclass on how to get our inner house in order. Highlights: 01:56 The importance of personalized medicine02:07 The rise of chronic diseases03:09 The need for preventive healthcare04:44 Challenges in cancer treatment13:08 The importance of self-care14:40 The impact of EMFs on health28:12 The power of essential oils28:46 Reprogramming the mind with EVOX29:41 Healing affirmations and subconscious reprogramming33:37 The importance of sleep and water purification34:14 Nourishing rour body with proper nutrition35:01 The role of exercise and movement35:47 Detoxification and cleasing methods38:42 Understanding hormonal health and therapy39:23 Personal experiences with hormonal treatments46:10 The importance of individualized hormonal careThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.This week Florida orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Dr Vonda Wright published a review paper Climacteric, the journal of the International Menopause Society, introducing Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause. The paper has been shared widely across social media, and this interview with Dr Wright is an edited version from last year diving into Dr Wright's efforts to create awareness of this constellation of muscle and joint problems experienced during perimenopause. This is an issue close to Dr Wright's heart: it was the first thing she went though in perimenopause. Listen in as she explains why MSM is her mission, just what happens to our bones and muscles as we get older, and delves into the need for proper diagnosis and preventive measures such as exercise and diet, and the importance of estrogen in maintaining bone health. 1:33 Why she's back2:45 Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause3:46 Personal experiences and reflections4:09 Understanding bone health12:22 The importance of mobility22:15 Diet and supplements for bone health26:58 Hormone therapy and long-term health31:05 Her words of hope Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.In this mini solo episode, recorded in August 2023, Ann Marie shares her first insights into what being in menopause will be like. Spoiler alert: It's good. Maybe not worth it. But very good. Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.You may have been hearing a lot about testosterone lately – what it is, why we need it, why we can't get it… I've gone to Melbourne, Australia to ask an expert in women's hormones across our lifespan, and one of the few people who has studied testosterone in-depth. Professor Susan Davis is a clinician researcher, consulting endocrinologist and head of the Monash University Women's Health Research Program in Melbourne.She is going to help us to tackle the current confusion – and hype – over testosterone, armed with what she knows best: the evidence. We talk about it all: tthe evidence, benefits, and potential misconceptions about testosterone supplementation for women, especially during menopause and perimenopause; the difficulty in measuring testosterone accurately, the placebo effect, risks and benefits of different hormone therapies, including testosterone pellets and creams, and the critical importance of credible sources of information. Professor Davis also highlights her extensive research, including studies on the cardiovascular effects of low testosterone and the physiological impacts on women's health.03:38 Testosterone's role in a women's hormone structure06:35 Challenges in measuring testosterone19:50 Testosterone and cardiovascular health30:02 The misleading promises of testosterone therapy32:55 The controversy surrounding pellets36:17 Breast cancer risks and hormone therapy40:15 Testosterone for menopausal symptoms42:12 The role of DHEA in hormone therapy44:49 The impact of birth control pills46:26 Navigating hormone therapy and misinformation50:50 Current research and future directions53:33 The Influence of social media on health information56:10 Conclusion and credible resourcesTune in to the Patient Advocacy Voices Podcast todayJoin Sanofi's Eric Racine to meet the unsung heroes leading patient advocacy organizationsListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyThank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a Text Message.Dr Bibi Ayesha Lockhat is a Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM) Specialist practicing in the Middle East at Zulal Wellness Resort at China Som – Qatar, the only place in the  in the world to be reviving this traditional holistic healing system.She holds two degrees from The University of The Western Cape (UWC), a Bachelor of Complementary Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Complementary Medicine with a Major in Unani Tibb Medicine.TAIM dates back to 1025, the Greek philosophers, Muslim physician Ibn Sina and his famous The Canon of Medicine. The crucial difference is the focus on balance over the Western tendency to suppress symptoms. She tells us what TAIM is all about, how it works with prophetic foods mentioned in Quranic scripture, why it's crucial in diagnosis and subsequent therapy, and we all might want to learn about how it works based on four humors and six lifestyle factors to fuel physis – our body's own innate ability to heal itself. She talks about how TAIM relates to, incorporates and differs from other practices, such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, Auyrveda and Western medicine. And then there is her TAIM-based approach to midlife imbalances of the body and acceleration of inflammatory process – for men in andropause and women in perimenopause – using lifestyle interventions, which is dramatically different that what we hear in North America. (She might have used the phrase “tunnel vision”.)She believes TAIM as crucially important in both diagnosis and subsequent therapy and is well-versed and knowledgeable on several ‘hands-on' therapies, such as massage, acupressure, aromatherapy, and therapeutic cupping. She enjoys offering and treating patients/guests with an extensive range of natural herbal medicines registered for specific ailments.01:37 Understanding Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM)03:11 Comparing Western, Eastern, and TAIM Approaches05:17 Diagnostic Methods in TAIM05:57 Identifying Humors and Constitutions11:02 Addressing Common Health Concerns and midlife hormonal imbalances15:28 The Role of Nutrition in TAIM36:15 Sleep and Lifestyle Factors41:30 The Importance of Sunlight and Environmental Exposure44:31 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources: The Traditional Healer's Guide by Hakim Chishti Ibn Sina's The Canon of Medicine Thank you to our sponsor, Midi Health. They provide holistic, insurance-covered care by perimenopause and menopause specialists. Check out JoinMidi.comJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information