Podcasts about HRT

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Tenderoni Hotline #12: Hello, my love, and welcome back to the Tenderoni Hotline. Today's episode is a true gift, a clarifying, empowering, and deeply nerdy deep dive into all things perimenopause, hormones, and how to actually get the support you deserve.I'm joined by my dear friend and longtime women's health advocate, Mariza Snyder, for a conversation that every midlife woman (and every clinician who serves them) needs to hear. Mariza is an author and speaker with over 17 years of experience, and the brilliant mind behind the Energized podcast.Together, we break down the science behind perimenopause, bust some harmful myths, and get into the nitty-gritty about progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, HRT, and beyond. We also talk about how to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office, why lab work isn't everything, and how to navigate this hormonal transition with confidence, clarity, and compassion.Mariza shares from both her clinical expertise and personal story, and offers powerful tools to help you feel more like yourself again, rested, resourced, and rooted in your truth.This episode is rich with real talk, science-backed wisdom, and loving reminders that your symptoms are real and your care should match your lived experience. Whether you're in your mid-30s or well into your 50s, this one is essential listening.So get cozy, grab your journal, and let's get nerdy in the best way.More From Mariza:- Learn about Mariza's book, The Perimenopause Revolution, here: http://drmariza.com/book - The Perimenopause Toolkit Bonus Page: https://peri-revolution.com/- Thriving in Perimenopause Survival Guide: https://drmariza.com/perimenopausesurvival- Learn more about Mariza at drmariza.comGot a question for the Tenderoni Hotline? Send it to me at: podcast@beatrizalbina.comOrder your copy of End Emotional Outsouring here: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/?hl=en

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Send Zorba a message!Dr. Zorba talks about the importance of health literacy...especially now as health headlines get more confusing. Zorba helps out a caller with HRT questions, he helps a listener with audio sensitivity, and a listener asks why mammogram technology hasn't improved. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Midwestern mom joke.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!

Send Zorba a message!Dr. Zorba talks about the importance of health literacy...especially now as health headlines get more confusing. Zorba helps out a caller with HRT questions, he helps a listener with audio sensitivity, and a listener asks why mammogram technology hasn't improved. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Midwestern mom joke.Support the showProduction, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!): Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime) Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.com Web: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well!

I am delighted to have my good friend and fan-favorite, Dr. Tabatha Barber, join me again to share her wisdom on the podcast!  Dr. Tabatha is a triple board-certified OB/GYN specializing in menopause and functional medicine. She has a wonderful podcast called The Gutsy Gynecologist Show and is often referred to affectionately as the Gutsy Gynecologist. Dr. Tabatha was with me in two previous podcast episodes, ⁠#206⁠ and ⁠#212⁠, and both are in the top twenty downloaded podcasts in the last 18 months! Many women suffer unnecessarily when going through perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Tabatha and I have an AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode today. We discuss weight gain related to perimenopause and menopause, issues with estrogen replacement therapy, how many different factors can impact libido, how to address a partial hysterectomy and HRT, and bioidenticals versus synthetic hormones. We also get into lab work, skin reactions relative to perimenopause and menopause, emotional eating, leptin resistance, and many other topics.  I'm grateful for all the great questions and have no doubt this episode with Dr. Tabatha will be another fan-favorite! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Why do too much estrogen and too little estrogen both cause weight gain?  How fragrances and plastic contribute to the imbalance between estrogen and progesterone. How changing to organic tampons and pads, or using a Diva cup, can be a game-changer for women. Should women who have had a partial hysterectomy and are on HRT still check progesterone and testosterone levels and fast like a post-menopausal female? Dr. Tabatha shares her thoughts on plain estradiol versus Biest and Triest. Dr. Tabatha offers her recommendations for a healthy 48-year-old female with zero libido. What can a 17-year-old with high testosterone do to get her testosterone level within the normal range? Is there a biological or mindset issue at play if you never feel full and always want to eat, irrespective of how healthy or satisfying the foods you eat are? The benefits of fasting.  What can we do to support our pelvic joints? How do our hormones affect our skin? Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community (The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow)  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause supplement line Connect with Dr. Tabatha Barber On her ⁠website⁠ ⁠The Gutsy Gynecologist Show⁠ ⁠Episode 206 Pt 1: A Deep Dive into Perimenopause- Hormonal Imbalances and Birth Control with Dr. Tabatha Barber⁠ ⁠Episode 212 Pt. 2: A Deep Dive into Hormonal Imbalances and Menopause with Dr. Tabatha Barber⁠ Books mentioned: ⁠The XX Brain⁠ by Lisa Mosconi

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and Ozempic are already being used by gym members, and most gym owners have no plan for it.In this episode of the Sweat Success Podcast, we break down how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and telehealth are changing the fitness industry, and what gym owners, CrossFit affiliates, and personal trainers need to understand right now.This conversation covers:What GLP-1 drugs and semaglutide actually do in the bodyWhy gym members are already using weight-loss medicationThe biggest risks of ignoring GLP-1s inside gymsHow inflammation, hormones, and food noise impact fitness resultsThe difference between unsafe shortcuts and guided medical wellnessHow gyms can talk about GLP-1s ethically without prescribing or crossing linesWhy GLP-1s can increase gym attendance, intensity, and retentionIf you're a gym owner, personal trainer, or fitness business operator, this episode will help you understand the reality of GLP-1 medications in fitness before misinformation or fear costs you trust and members._______________________________________________________________________________________________Dave Appel is a gym owner and medical wellness operator working at the intersection of fitness, hormones, and telehealth. Follow him for real-world insights on GLP-1s, HRT, recovery, and the future of fitness and healthcare.https://www.solacrossfit.com/   / dappelfit19  _______________________________________________________________________________________________Subscribe to the Sweat Success Podcast!! 

Karen counts down her top 10 Itchy & Bitchy moments of 2025, from smarter New Year's resolutions and promising UTI vaccines on the horizon to updated insights on HRT.Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

EP. 241 - Check out the Jaspr Air Scrubber | https://jaspr.co/DRTYNA and use code DRTYNA at checkout for the best sale of the year! Everyone wants to talk about hormones right now. Estrogen, HRT, menopause, fixes. What almost no one is talking about is the environment those hormones are being dropped into. In this episode, I break down what happens when estrogen enters a body with a high toxic load, and why hormone therapy can backfire when your detox pathways, liver, and metabolic health are compromised. We talk about xenoestrogens, fake estrogens from everyday exposures like fragrance, plastics, air pollution, and household products, and how they hijack estrogen receptors, disrupt progesterone balance, and drive symptoms that get mislabeled as “hormone problems.” This is a practical, reality-based conversation about toxic burden, not detox fantasies. If you are on HRT, considering it, struggling with stubborn symptoms, or wondering why your body feels stuck despite doing everything “right,” this episode fills in the missing piece most hormone conversations ignore. Topics Discussed:  → How does air pollution affect hormones? → Can toxins cause estrogen dominance? → Does poor air quality impact fat loss? → Are air filters worth it for health? → How do xenoestrogens disrupt metabolism? On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00 - Introduction  → 01:52 - Hidden toxins in beauty products → 05:49 - The toxic bucket explained → 09:58 - Estrogen pills & patches risks → 15:37 - Understanding estrogen dominance → 19:41 - Detox strategies you can use → 22:37 - Common xenoestrogens around you → 28:13 - Microplastics, pesticides & parabens → 32:55 - Airborne toxins & your health → 37:01 - Adhesives, paint & laundry hazards → 43:25 - Pest control & pets → 48:40 - Outdoor air pollution impacts → 52:38 - Control the controllables  Sponsored By: → Timeline | Go to https://timeline.com/DRTYNA and use code DRTYNA for 20% off. → BIOptimizers | BIOptimizers is having its 12 Days of Wellness Sale. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/drtyna If the promo has passed, you're still covered with my exclusive code DRTYNA that always gets you at least 15% off. → Paleo Valley | Head to https://paleovalley.com/drtyna to save 15% on your order today! → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/drtyna. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. → VivaRays | Go to https://VivaRays.com and use code DRTYNA for a special discount. Show Links:  → Jaspr | https://jaspr.co/DRTYNA, code DRTYNA for the best sale of the year! → AquaTru | Go to https://aquatruwater.com/?oid2=50&affid2=2320 and discount will apply at checkout. → Holiday Gift Guide Further Listening:  → EP. 238:You Need to Become an Air Snob Because Mold Happens | CEO Mike Feldstein of Jaspr → EP. 175: Air Quality, Mold and Autoimmune Issues The Hidden Links | with CEO Mike Feldstein of Jaspr Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

I'm wrapping up the year by answering your questions in this first of a two-part Q&A, and we cover a lot of ground. From confusing lab results to hormone dosing debates, I dig into the questions so many of you are quietly wondering about. What does high ferritin really mean? Is it iron—or something else entirely? We'll also take a look at hormone replacement frustrations. Why do some people still bleed months into HRT? Are injections better than patches or creams? And how do you know if your body is actually absorbing what you're taking? I share real-world context, common patterns I see, and why one-size-fits-all advice can be misleading. This episode also touches on bigger, more nuanced questions. How do genetics like BRCA status factor into hormone decisions? Can stress, immune health, or histamine issues change how hormones affect you? And in perimenopause, is balance even realistic, or are we chasing the wrong goal? In this episode, we uncover: How to interpret high ferritin levels and what they may signal beyond iron. Why hormone absorption issues can cause unexpected symptoms like bleeding. What typical testosterone and estrogen injection doses actually look like. How stress, inflammation, and immunity intersect with hormone health. What to consider when navigating HRT during perimenopause versus menopause. Tune in now if you've ever felt confused, frustrated, or overwhelmed by hormone advice. Get clarity before we continue the conversation in part two!     Sponsors Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/HORMONE20 use coupon HORMONE20 and get 20% off your order. Order your LMNT electrolytes today and get a FREE 8 pack of samples! Plus try it risk free, they have a no-questions-asked refund policy – you don't even have to send it back! Head to https://www.getkion.com/hormone and use my link for 20% off your order.     Are you in peri or post menopause and looking to optimize your hormones and health? At Hormone Solutions, we offer telemedicine services and can prescribe in every U.S. state, as well as in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario in Canada.   Visit karenmartel.com to explore our comprehensive programs: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Individualized Weight Loss Programs  Peptide Therapy for weight loss    Interested in our NEW Peptide Weight Loss Program? Join today and get all the details here.   Join our Women's Peri and Post Menopause Group Coaching Program, OnTrack, TODAY!   To our nursing audience members, our podcasts qualify for nursing CE @ RNegade.pro. Provide # CEP17654.   Your host: Karen Martel Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, & Weight Loss Expert   Karen's Facebook Karen's Instagram

In this powerful and paradigm-shifting conversation, Darin Olien sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to dismantle everything we've been told about menopause, hormones, aging, and women's power. This is not a conversation about "fixing" women — it's about understanding a profound neurological, biological, and evolutionary transition that has been misunderstood, pathologized, and silenced for decades. Together, they explore why menopause is not the end of vitality, but the beginning of leadership, clarity, and sovereignty — and why reclaiming this transition could fundamentally reshape families, culture, and the future of women's health.     What You'll Learn (with Full Timecodes) 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife: Why this episode matters for everyone, not just women 00:01:05 – The hidden cost of modern living: Plastics, endocrine disruption, and invisible hormonal stress 00:02:47 – Introducing Dr. Mindy Pelz: Why this conversation goes deeper than anything online 00:03:17 – Why women were excluded from medical research for decades 00:05:26 – The shocking pattern Dr. Pelz saw in women in their 40s: When life looks perfect but feels unbearable 00:06:41 – The suicide and divorce statistics no one talks about 00:07:27 – Why menopause exists at all: The evolutionary mystery 00:08:55 – The Grandmother Hypothesis: Why post-menopausal women kept humanity alive 00:10:08 – The brain shift that makes women stop people-pleasing 00:11:31 – Aging, fear, and the cultural erasure of women's wisdom 00:13:10 – The female brain before vs. after menopause 00:15:13 – Darin's reflection on his mother and invisible female labor 00:16:06 – Why community, safety, and oxytocin matter more than willpower 00:18:00 – Carol Gilligan's research: When girls stop knowing what they want 00:19:32 – Menopause as an awakening — not a breakdown 00:21:24 – Why men must be part of this conversation 00:22:26 – Leadership, aging, and reclaiming relevance 00:24:18 – Family dynamics when identity shifts 00:25:33 – The problem with outsourcing menopause to hormone therapy alone 00:27:00 – How to communicate needs without blame or collapse 00:30:07 – Metabolic health, insulin resistance, and early menopause 00:31:16 – The one blood marker every woman over 40 must track (HbA1c) 00:34:45 – The Hormonal Hierarchy explained: Cortisol, insulin, sex hormones, oxytocin 00:37:44 – Menopause as a cultural rite of passage we never created 00:39:31 – Dementia, Alzheimer's, and the glucose-starved brain 00:40:23 – Why fasting is neuroprotective for women 00:42:35 – How fasting helps menopausal belly weight 00:44:36 – Why shame keeps women disconnected from their power 00:45:34 – Why puberty and menopause are happening earlier 00:46:21 – Big Pharma, fear narratives, and the HRT conversation 00:48:35 – Empowerment vs. outsourcing health 00:50:11 – Why society fears powerful, post-menopausal women 00:52:11 – Dr. Pelz's personal breaking point and nervous system reset 00:55:33 – Redefining work, marriage, and self-permission 00:58:37 – Resentment as a diagnostic tool 01:01:15 – Neuroplasticity, obstacles, and the hero's journey 01:03:16 – Why going through discomfort rewires the brain 01:04:23 – Integration: Menopause as rebirth, leadership, and collective healing 01:12:25 – Closing reflections and final takeaways     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order Caldera Lab: Experience the clinically proven benefits of Caldera Lab's clean skincare regimen and enjoy 20% off your order by visiting calderalab.com/darin and using code DARIN at checkout.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More From Dr. Mindy Pelz: Website: drmindypelz.com Instagram: @dr.mindypelz Follow her YouTube Channel Podcast: The Resetter Podcast Order her new book: Age Like a Girl     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway: Menopause isn't a failure of the female body — it's the moment a woman's brain rewires for truth, leadership, and independence. When we stop trying to fix women and start understanding this transition, we don't just heal individuals — we change families, cultures, and the future.  

Study bros, hormone hoes and biohacking bitches vs. my orgasms.“OH LOOK A NEW STUDY CAME OUT AND NOW HRT IS REALLY ACTUALLY SAFE!” “Look at my peptide stack!” “I need all these machines and tests to tell me what's happening in my own body” “I give my blood away in an ancient ritual every month to a stranger to be DNA and data-farmed and I call it empowerment!” Not even remotely interested. I f**k and heal myself instead. In this episode: Is “biohacking” just…taking drugs? Are all the “study bros” alpha males or just beta bitches? Hire a whore/commission a “study” Pledging allegiance to the gods of “science” Hey there's a new study vindicating HRT. Are you excited?!?Internal reliance vs. external outsourcingIs taking drugs for your entire life a solution or a Band-Aid? The magical f**k rules over all 

Pioneering Women's Health: From International Aid to Hormone Therapy AdvocacyIn this episode of Women Making Moves, host Amy Pons converses with Elizabeth Kelly, a seasoned nurse practitioner passionate about holistic healthcare. Elizabeth shares her journey from working in intensive care units in Chicago to providing international aid and her deep commitment to improving access to mental health care in underserved populations. She highlights the critical importance of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women and discusses the recent FDA removal of the black box warning on HRT medications. Elizabeth also addresses the alarming Department of Education decision to downgrade nursing and other female-dominated professions' status, potentially reducing access to federal funding and impacting women's upward mobility in these fields. The episode offers insights into the systemic challenges women face in healthcare and the importance of interdisciplinary and compassionate approaches to patient care.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:20 Elizabeth's Journey in Healthcare01:05 Mental Health Challenges and Holistic Care03:24 Personal Stories and Healthcare Gaps05:06 The Importance of Holistic Approaches06:00 Generational Trauma and Mental Health14:09 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Insights20:39 Recognizing Women's Health Issues22:07 Challenges in Prescribing HRT23:07 Historical Neglect of Women's Health23:57 Black Box Warnings and Opiate Crisis25:26 Impact of Education Policy Changes27:32 Financial Barriers in Female-Dominated Professions36:54 Encouragement for Aspiring Nurses39:14 Final Thoughts and Contact InformationFollow and support Elizabeth on Instagram and Facebook @stayinyourcortex and visit her at Ardent Counseling Center Oak Brook https://ardentcenter.com/team-member/elizabeth-kelly/Thank you for tuning in to Women Making Moves, be sure to rate and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform and follow along on Instagram and Bluesky. Visit Amy at Unlock the Magic, and follow on Instagram and LinkedIn.Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.

The Menopause Solution with Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald What was the black box warning? Why was it there? Why is it now gone? (2:09) An interesting symptom of perimenopause. (8:12) Progesterone will change your life! (9:52) The importance of monitoring your thyroid levels and the 10 most common low-thyroid symptoms. (14:20) Testosterone for women. (22:57) Her main issue with primary care doctors. (27:14) The role of peptides in her practice. (30:01) The buy-in. (30:47) Ranking the various applications of testosterone. (33:39) The BIG myths surrounding HRT. (36:03) It's not a business, it's a mission. (40:26) GLP-1s: Incredible tools when used appropriately. (41:40) Normal isn't OPTIMAL. (45:27) The missing element for MOST people. (55:51) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Pre-Alcohol by ZBiotics for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Promo code MINDPUMP25 for 15% off first-time purchasers on either one-time purchases (3, 6, 12-packs) or subscriptions (6, 12-pack) ** MAPS 15 FORTY PLUS 50% half from Dec. 14-20th. Code DECEMBER50 at checkout. Mind Pump Store FDA to Remove 'Black Box' Warnings From Menopause Hormone Therapy. Here's Why. The WHI Study: How Misinterpretation of Hormone Therapy Data Hurt Women's Health Welcome to the 'menodivorce'. Why women aren't sweating marriage in a sea of hot flashes Estrogen Matters: Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve and Lengthen Women's Lives -- Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer Mind Pump #2502: Hormone Therapy for Aesthetics With Dr. Lauren Fitzgerald Mind Pump #2597: Before You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro Listen to This! Muscle Mommy Movement Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned LAUREN FITZ, M.D. (@drlaurenfitz) Instagram Website Dr. William Seeds (@williamseedsmd) Instagram Peter Attia, M.D. (@peterattiamd) Instagram

What if the future of healthcare isn't about taking more medications—but about understanding why your body is out of balance in the first place? That's the eye-opening conversation at the heart of this episode of Late Night Health, featuring Dr. Nayan Patel, a clinical pharmacist, educator, and founder of Central Drugs Compounding Pharmacy.Dr. Patel isn't your typical pharmacist. With decades of experience working directly with physicians across the country, he specializes in customized, patient-specific care—from compounded medications to nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle changes, and advanced wellness modalities. In this candid and wide-ranging interview, he explains why “one-size-fits-all” medicine often falls short and how truly personalized treatment plans can help patients take control of their health.Listeners will learn what a compounding pharmacy really does—and why it plays a critical role when commercially available drugs don't meet a patient's unique needs. Dr. Patel also dives into the complex and often controversial world of supplements, prescription medications, and the overuse of both in modern healthcare. He doesn't shy away from discussing Big Pharma, pricing frustrations, and why many older, effective medications quietly disappear from the marketplace.One of the most compelling parts of the interview centers on hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Dr. Patel breaks down recent FDA changes, explains why hormones themselves aren't the enemy, and reveals why balance—not dosage—is the key to safety and effectiveness. He also introduces a powerful insight many patients overlook: stress management and cortisol regulation often matter far more than sex hormones alone.Perhaps most inspiring is Dr. Patel's philosophy that patients should become the CEO of their own health. Instead of simply managing symptoms for life, he challenges both doctors and patients to address root causes—sometimes with fewer prescriptions and smarter lifestyle choices.This is a must-listen episode for anyone navigating chronic health issues, questioning conventional approaches, or seeking a smarter, more individualized path to wellness. Don't miss the full interview—it may change how you think about healthcare forever. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

Have you taken progesterone expecting calm, better sleep, or relief from PMS… only to feel more anxious, wired, or worse overall? You are not a failure—and progesterone is not failing you. Your body is responding exactly as physiology dictates. The issue is how progesterone is being delivered and metabolized. In this episode, Dr. McCarthy explains: What it means to be a progesterone reverse responder How progesterone normally supports mood and brain chemistry through allopregnanolone Why some women experience paradoxical anxiety, insomnia, or agitation The role of the 5-alpha reductase pathway in progesterone metabolism Why oral progesterone can overwhelm the brain in certain women How PCOS, topical testosterone, stress, insulin resistance, and ultra-processed diets can amplify reverse responses Why kinetics and delivery method matter just as much as dosage Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he's helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He's also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you're ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start.  

What if the future of healthcare isn't about taking more medications—but about understanding why your body is out of balance in the first place? That's the eye-opening conversation at the heart of this episode of Late Night Health, featuring Dr. Nayan Patel, a clinical pharmacist, educator, and founder of Central Drugs Compounding Pharmacy.Dr. Patel isn't your typical pharmacist. With decades of experience working directly with physicians across the country, he specializes in customized, patient-specific care—from compounded medications to nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle changes, and advanced wellness modalities. In this candid and wide-ranging interview, he explains why “one-size-fits-all” medicine often falls short and how truly personalized treatment plans can help patients take control of their health.Listeners will learn what a compounding pharmacy really does—and why it plays a critical role when commercially available drugs don't meet a patient's unique needs. Dr. Patel also dives into the complex and often controversial world of supplements, prescription medications, and the overuse of both in modern healthcare. He doesn't shy away from discussing Big Pharma, pricing frustrations, and why many older, effective medications quietly disappear from the marketplace.One of the most compelling parts of the interview centers on hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Dr. Patel breaks down recent FDA changes, explains why hormones themselves aren't the enemy, and reveals why balance—not dosage—is the key to safety and effectiveness. He also introduces a powerful insight many patients overlook: stress management and cortisol regulation often matter far more than sex hormones alone.Perhaps most inspiring is Dr. Patel's philosophy that patients should become the CEO of their own health. Instead of simply managing symptoms for life, he challenges both doctors and patients to address root causes—sometimes with fewer prescriptions and smarter lifestyle choices.This is a must-listen episode for anyone navigating chronic health issues, questioning conventional approaches, or seeking a smarter, more individualized path to wellness. Don't miss the full interview—it may change how you think about healthcare forever. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/late-night-health-radio--2804369/support.

In this episode, Dr. Bill Campbell returns to the show to discuss a major pivot in his research from building muscle and optimizing fat loss to understanding menopause and its effects on women's body composition. After watching his wife struggle through a severe perimenopause transition that resisted every traditional fat loss strategy, Campbell uncovered a massive blind spot in the scientific literature: almost no research exists on fit, resistance trained women going through menopause. His public comments sparked hundreds of messages from women describing the same struggles including unexplained weight gain, muscle loss, energy crashes, and sleep disruption highlighting how poorly understood this phase of life truly is. Dr. Campbell breaks down what the best research does show. Menopause accelerates fat gain, shifts fat distribution toward the midsection, and produces measurable declines in muscle and bone mineral density. Many women experience weight loss resistance where standard diet and training approaches no longer produce results. He also digs into the nuance of hormone replacement therapy how progesterone and estrogen can dramatically improve sleep, anxiety, and energy, why estrogen appears anabolic for middle aged women, and why HRT's effect on body fat varies widely. Campbell clarifies the long standing confusion created by the 2002 Women's Health Initiative study, how its flawed interpretation suppressed HRT use for two decades, and why today's evidence supports earlier intervention under an evidence based physician. The conversation closes with clear, practical guidance for women entering perimenopause. Maintain a consistent fitness lifestyle, lift weights to protect muscle and bone, prioritize sleep, get annual bloodwork and DEXA scans, and consider HRT early if medically appropriate. Campbell emphasizes that lifestyle habits do not replace hormone therapy and hormone therapy does not replace lifestyle. Together they help women navigate the most dramatic physiological transition since puberty. Whether you're a coach, practitioner, or someone approaching this stage of life, this episode provides a much needed framework for understanding, preparing for, and managing menopause with strength and agency. Links: Anders Varner on Instagram Doug Larson on Instagram Coach Travis Mash on Instagram

This week on Real Food Stories, Heather breaks down the wild world of midlife nutrition in 2025 — from microdosing GLP-1s, oral semaglutide, and high-protein everything to cottage-cheese coffee, weighted vests, and the fiber frenzy. If nutrition felt chaotic this year, you're not imagining it.We revisit my most downloaded episodes on HRT confusion and upgrading your midlife kitchen, and she shares her own experience navigating hormone therapy around surgery — a perfect example of why women remain overwhelmed by inconsistent guidance.Underneath all the noise, one message stood out: women need clarity, strength, real food, and community.I close the episode with an invitation to join The Well Nourished Woman, her supportive space for women 40+ who want evidence-based guidance without the overwhelm.I would love to hear from you! What did you think of the episode? Share it with me :) Support the showLet's Be FriendsHang out with Heather on IG @greenpalettekitchen or on FB HERE.Let's Talk!Whether you are looking for 1-1 nutrition coaching or kitchen coaching let's have a chat. Click HERE to reach out to Heather.Did You Love This Episode? "I love Heather and the Real Food Stories Podcast!" If this is you, please do not hesitate to leave a five-star review on Apple or wherever you listen to podcasts.

What if the confusion around fasting and hormones isn't because the science is complicated, but because most people are using the wrong tools for the wrong goals? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to get clear about what fasting actually does, when it helps, and when it backfires. This is a conversation about taking ownership of your metabolism instead of chasing trends that don't match your life. We talk about the viral moment from her Stephen Bartlett interview, how misinformation spreads, and what she learned from being at the center of it. Mindy breaks down her six core fasts, why women need a different strategy, and how to adjust your approach if you train hard. We get into cycle-based fasting, fertility, menopause, HRT, toxic load, peptides, creatine, apple cider vinegar, and the rise of GLP-1 drugs. If you've ever wondered how to use fasting without wrecking your energy or performance, this episode will give you a clearer path forward. Dr. Mindy Pelz is a bestselling author, educator, and functional health expert known as the fasting guru. Her books Fast Like a Girl and Age Like a Girl have helped millions of women rethink metabolic health, hormones, and aging, and she has led hundreds of thousands of people through community fasts that focus on real-world results, not quick fixes. What We Discuss: (00:00) How a Misquote Went Viral and Changed Mindy's Career (04:12) What the Internet Got Wrong About Testosterone and Fasting (11:19) The Biggest Fasting Mistakes Most People Still Make (17:05) The Six Core Types of Fasting and When to Use Each (23:28) Fasting for Gut Repair, Weight Loss, and Dopamine Reset (28:54) How Athletes and Active Women Should Adapt Their Fasts (34:04) Cycle-Based Fasting and Hormonal Timing for Women (43:00) Supplement Cycling, Autophagy, and Metabolic Flexibility (55:19) GLP-1 Drugs, Gut Health, and the Real Drivers of Hunger (59:31) The Long-Term Risks of Quick-Fix Weight Loss Trends (01:05:40) Fertility, Progesterone Needs, and Rethinking HRT (01:16:14) Menopause, Brain Rewiring, and Building Cognitive Strength (01:28:48) Peptides, ACV, and Final Insights Before Wrap-Up Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE40 for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Amp fit is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen Find more from Jen:  Website: www.jennifercohen.com Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Dr. Mindy Pelz: Website: www.drmindypelz.com Instagram: @dr.mindypelz TikTok: @drmindypelz YouTube: @drmindypelz

In this lively and unfiltered gathering, Dr. Fiona Lovely is joined by her beloved "Meno Besties," hormone specialist Karen Martel and longevity expert Zora Benhamou. This is a candid conversation between three leading voices who've been in the menopause advocacy space long before it was trending. They tackle the frustrating realities women still face, from doctors dismissing requests for hormone testing to the enduring stigma around the word "menopause" itself. The discussion delves into the critical need for education and self-advocacy, emphasizing that despite increased awareness, a shockingly low percentage of women are actually on hormone therapy. Fiona, Karen, and Zora break down the early, subtle signs of perimenopause that often go unrecognized and explain the rollercoaster of "wonky periods." They also provide crucial insights into the practicalities of hormone therapy, addressing why some women don't feel better initially, the importance of dosage adjustments, and why partnering closely with your prescriber is non-negotiable. The conversation takes a fascinating turn into how past trauma and nervous system health may influence one's response to HRT, highlighting the profound mind-body connection during this transition. This episode is a masterclass in navigating midlife health with clarity, humor, and the supportive solidarity of friends who truly get it. Connect with Karen and Zora: Karen Martel: karenmartel.com | Instagram: @karenmartelhormones Zora Benhamou: hackmyage.com | Instagram: @hackmyage   Thank you to our sponsors for this episode:

Big pharma has officially crossed the line: 30-something women are being told they're in 'perimenopause,' and the recommendation (of course) is to start HRT. The truth is that they are tired, stressed, skipping meals, and feeling overwhelmed.  In this ultra-sassy episode, Ronda breaks down the manufactured narrative driving this trend, the physiology that proves it wrong, and a real case from her clinic that highlights how widespread the misinformation has become. Younger women don't need hormone therapy - they need blood sugar support, a well-regulated nervous system, and a meal that isn't toddler leftovers. Want more clinical clarity like this? You need to be inside Clinical Academy where you get patient-ready protocols, a library of fully searchable trainings, and real-world resources that save time and make your patient care so much easier.

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter tackles a wide-ranging set of listener questions spanning lifespan interventions, exercise, cardiovascular risk reduction, time-restricted eating, blood pressure management, hormone therapy, diagnostics, and more. Peter reveals the single most important lever for extending healthspan and lifespan, and explains how he motivates midlife patients using the Centenarian Decathlon framework. He discusses the importance of addressing high apoB and cholesterol even in metabolically healthy individuals with calcium scores of zero, how to manage high blood pressure, and how to accurately evaluate metabolic health beyond HbA1c. Additional topics include time-restricted eating, practical considerations around ultra-processed foods, nuanced approaches to HRT for women and TRT for men, and why early and expanded screening for chronic disease—colonoscopy, PSA, coronary imaging, low-dose CT—can be lifesaving. He also offers insights into treating prediabetes, crafting exercise programs for those short on time, and safely incorporating high-intensity training in older adults. If you're not a subscriber and are listening on a podcast player, you'll only be able to hear a preview of the AMA. If you're a subscriber, you can now listen to this full episode on your private RSS feed or our website at the AMA #78 show notes page. If you are not a subscriber, you can learn more about the subscriber benefits here. We discuss: Introducing a wide-ranging AMA: practical perspectives on lifespan interventions, metabolic health, diet, hormones, diagnostics, and more [2:45]; Why exercise is the most powerful single intervention for lifespan and healthspan [4:15]; How Peter motivates midlife patients to prioritize exercise [6:00]; Why lifespan and healthspan should not be treated as competing priorities and how choosing sustainable interventions benefits both [9:30]; Why high apoB deserves treatment even in a metabolically healthy patient with a CAC score of zero [14:00]; Managing hypertension: ideal targets for blood pressure, lifestyle levers, and why early pharmacology matters [18:15]; Assessing metabolic health beyond HbA1c: fasting insulin, triglycerides, lactate, zone 2, and more [23:30]; How to avoid common self-sabotaging patterns by choosing sustainable habits over extreme health interventions [26:00]; Time-restricted eating: minimal effect beyond calorie control, implications for protein intake, and practical considerations for implementing it [28:00]; Ultra-processed foods: definitions, real-world risks, and practical guidelines for smarter consumption [30:30]; How women should prepare for menopause and think about hormone replacement therapy: early planning, symptom awareness, and guidance on HRT [36:45]; Testosterone replacement for aging men: indications, benefits, and safe clinical management [39:45]; Why Peter recommends earlier and more aggressive screening tests than guidelines suggest: colonoscopies, coronary imaging, PSA, Lp(a), and low-dose CT scans, and more [43:30]; Full-body MRI screening: benefits, limitations, potential false positives, and the importance of physician oversight [47:15]; Prediabetes: individualized treatment strategies using tailored combinations of nutrition, sleep, and training interventions [51:00]; Time-efficient training plans for people with only 30 minutes per day to exercise [53:00]; How to safely introduce high-intensity exercise for older adults [55:00]; Timed dead hangs and ripping phone books: a playful look at Peter's early attempts to impress his wife [57:15]; Peter's carve out: The Four Kings documentary about a golden era of boxing [1:01:15]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn't about "should you" do hormones. This is about how to do them right. In this episode,I break down the 10 non-negotiables you need to know if you're considering HRT, currently on HRT, or feeling like your current protocol isn't working. From the biochemistry of bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones to why your gut health determines how well your estrogen gets metabolized, this is the master class your doctor should have given you, but didn't. We're talking about natural bioidentical hormones, the truth behind the Women's Health Initiative (spoiler: it was about Premarin and synthetic progestins, NOT bioidentical estrogen), and how to use precision medicine to guide YOUR hormone replacement therapy, not a one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves 50% of women undertreated and 25% overtreated. Discover The 10 Non-negotiables: #1 - Bioidentical Is NOT a Buzzword #2 - Your Symptoms Are Metabolic Signals #3 - The WHI Study Was About Premarin & Provera #4 - Your Gut & Estrogen Are in Constant Conversation #5 - Testosterone Is a Woman's Friend After 40 #6 - HRT Is NOT One-Size-Fits-All #7 - Timing Matters #8 - Delivery Method Makes or Breaks Results #9 - BHRT Works Best When You Address the Big Five #10 - The Goal Isn't to Feel Younger, It's to Feel More Like YOU   Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. Hormone replacement therapy is one of the biggest levers you have. Use it wisely.

Dr. Drew Pinsky goes scorched earth on what he calls California's “Homelessness Industrial Complex” - He breaks down exactly how California has built a billion-dollar machine designed to profit from bureaucracy... all while keeping addicts sick, untreated, and abandoned on city sidewalks.  From corrupt NGO's to dirty politicians and woke ideology - nothing is left unexposed. Then we get into the political brawl between Halle Berry and Gavin Newsom—why the Governor vetoed the ‘Menopause Care Equity Act' twice, and why denying the life-changing benefits of HRT to men and women in mid-life isn't just bad politics... it's a medical travesty.And finally, he tears into the exploding controversy around Kennedy's decision to remove the Hep B vaccine from the CDC's childhood vaccine schedule as well as whispered conversations about a potential ‘Black Box Warning' on COVID shots for our kids and teens.

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For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke.I've long shared my grievances about testosterone pellets, but as always, I want to give you a balanced and fair take on all things women's hormones. In this episode, I cover some advantages to pellets (there are a few!) as well as going into more detail on the downsides, including some irreversible side effects. As mentioned in the episode, if you missed the emails about our annual GRATITUDE sale, with 15% off our supplements, email Jess at admin@betterbydrbrooke.com.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Article Pros & Cons of Pellet Therapy For Women Dr Brooke Show #446 What Women Need To Know About Testosterone HRT Dr Brooke Show #444 Should You Be Cycling Your HRT?   Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if, like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439, which were all about the mess that midlife can be, and my 3G + 4R process to tackle it!   Stuff I Know You Will Love If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service, and are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link  bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available.   Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr. Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us!   Follow Dr. Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too. To work with Dr. Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!

In this episode of the Living Well podcast, host Liv Heal and guest Lyndi Mullinax delve into the complexities of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), discussing its benefits, misconceptions, and the importance of proper medical guidance. They explore the cultural shift in attitudes towards HRT, the significance of understanding hormone levels, and the role of nutrition and lifestyle in hormone health. The conversation emphasizes the need for personalized care and informed decision-making when considering HRT. In this conversation, Liv and Lyndi discuss the complexities of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), focusing on testosterone and progesterone for women. They emphasize the importance of understanding hormone levels, advocating for oneself in healthcare, and the need for comprehensive assessments before starting any treatment. The discussion also highlights the significance of lifestyle changes in conjunction with hormone therapy and announces an upcoming summit aimed at empowering women to prioritize their health and well-being.

 A lot of research is going into hormone replacement therapies, and it's about time...us 40+ women are THE LARGEST group on the planet, and we are being marketed to like crazy....not all products or offerings are good for us!Here, I break down some of the latest research to help clarify the differences between the apparent 'more natural' bio identicals and it's sister, synthetic HRT. To download this transcript, look in the comments below. Book a complimentary Body Breakthrough strategy call with Karen and move into YOUR Best Body and Life beyond 40! www.warriorwomanfitness.com/apply

As we know, menopause is not a downfall, it's a metamorphosis, and Petra Coveney—former BBC journalist, founder of Menopause Yoga, bestselling author, and unapologetic menopause rebel—joined Sally to tear down every stale narrative about “the change.”And trust us… this conversation goes there.Petra went through perimenopause early, alone, confused, and dismissed by doctors who had nothing to offer her except a pat on the head and a “good luck.”The frustration, shame and rage… she tapped into all of it. And what came out of that fire?Menopause Yoga—the world's first specialist yoga program built to support the physical, emotional, and psychological rollercoaster of perimenopause through second spring.In this episode, Petra breaks down:

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Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss.   Join us as we welcome Anja Hall, a chef, wellness entrepreneur, and metabolic health advocate who has built four successful companies centered on cooking, high-quality food, and health. She is the co-founder of The Blood Sugar Method, a program designed to help individuals improve their blood sugar and metabolic health through holistic, long-term practices, particularly in cases involving PCOS, menopause, pregnancy, GLP-1 use, and HRT. A longtime chef for the Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers, and other professional athletes, Anja knows firsthand how food fuels performance and longevity. She has also competed—and won twice —on the Food Network, proving that nutritious eating can be both gourmet and delicious. You can find Anja at www.thebloodsugarmethod.com.   In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery. Be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.

At the 2025 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), Dr. Tara Sanft, associate professor of medicine at the Yale School of Medicine and director of the Yale Survivorship Clinic, moderated a session called “Balancing Act: Hormone Replacement Therapy in Breast Cancer Care.” Listen to the episode to hear Dr. Sanft explain: the difference between systemic and local HRT why HRT decisions need to be nuanced and individualized for anyone with a history of breast cancer – there is no one-size-fits-all her advice to people with a history of breast cancer who are considering HRT

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn't about "should you" do hormones. This is about how to do them right. In this episode,I break down the 10 non-negotiables you need to know if you're considering HRT, currently on HRT, or feeling like your current protocol isn't working. From the biochemistry of bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones to why your gut health determines how well your estrogen gets metabolized, this is the master class your doctor should have given you, but didn't. We're talking about natural bioidentical hormones, the truth behind the Women's Health Initiative (spoiler: it was about Premarin and synthetic progestins, NOT bioidentical estrogen), and how to use precision medicine to guide YOUR hormone replacement therapy, not a one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves 50% of women undertreated and 25% overtreated. Discover The 10 Non-negotiables: #1 - Bioidentical Is NOT a Buzzword #2 - Your Symptoms Are Metabolic Signals #3 - The WHI Study Was About Premarin & Provera #4 - Your Gut & Estrogen Are in Constant Conversation #5 - Testosterone Is a Woman's Friend After 40 #6 - HRT Is NOT One-Size-Fits-All #7 - Timing Matters #8 - Delivery Method Makes or Breaks Results #9 - BHRT Works Best When You Address the Big Five #10 - The Goal Isn't to Feel Younger, It's to Feel More Like YOU   Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. Hormone replacement therapy is one of the biggest levers you have. Use it wisely.

In Episode 2 of this deep-dive hormone series, Dr. Brendan McCarthy—Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Tempe, AZ—breaks down the part of progesterone almost no one talks about: its powerful role as a brain hormone. Most women are only taught that progesterone is about fertility and uterine lining. But the truth? Progesterone is a neurosteroid that influences your amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex—three key brain regions that shape your stress response, emotional stability, sleep, memory, and self-trust. This episode covers: ✔️ Why perimenopause makes your brain feel “out of control” ✔️ The link between progesterone decline and anxiety, irritability, depression, night sweats, and brain fog ✔️ How progesterone converts to allopregnanolone (your brain's natural calming signal) ✔️ Why women under chronic stress or in their late 30s–40s feel symptoms more intensely ✔️ How hormonal imbalance impacts memory, decision-making, and emotional regulation ✔️ Why you're not broken—and what real validation and proper care looks like   Dr. Brendan McCarthy is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Protea Medical Center in Arizona. With over two decades of experience, he's helped thousands of patients navigate hormonal imbalances using bioidentical HRT, nutrition, and root-cause medicine. He's also taught and mentored other physicians on integrative approaches to hormone therapy, weight loss, fertility, and more. If you're ready to take your health seriously, this podcast is a great place to start.  

In today's episode, I'm opening up about something I've never fully shared before — my own thyroid journey. Even as a practitioner, I'm not immune to the hormonal shifts, viral triggers, and autoimmune quirks that so many midlife women face. My goal with this episode is to pull back the curtain, remove the shame, and give you a deeper understanding of what can really drive thyroid issues in perimenopause and menopause. I walk you through the symptoms I experienced, what my lab work revealed, how my antibodies suddenly spiked, and the surprising reason why (hint: it wasn't gluten or leaky gut). I also share how I'm supporting my thyroid now, including why I chose Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) and how modern medicine + holistic strategies can work beautifully together. Whether you've been diagnosed with Hashimoto's, you suspect thyroid changes, or you've simply "never felt the same" since getting sick — this episode will give you clarity, validation, and a roadmap for next steps. In This Episode, We Cover: 1. Practitioners Aren't Superhuman (and Why I'm Sharing My Story)  2. My Personal Symptoms  3. The Rollercoaster of Thyroid Health  4. What Actually Triggered My Antibodies  5. How I'm Addressing Thyroid Autoimmunity  6. Hashimoto's vs. Hypothyroidism – Clearing Up the Confusion  7. Genetics, Gut Health & The Importance of Testing  8. When & Why To Check Your Thyroid    Mentioned in this episode: EQUIP PRIME PROTEIN – Click HERE to grab yours and use my code: TARA to get 15% off. When you sign up for a subscription via my link, you'll save 30% on the first month & 15% on any subsequent months! HERBATONIN - Click HERE to visit the shop. Save 10% when you use Tara's code: Tara10 PIQUE TEA – These are some of Tara's favourite teas! They're crystal form, which makes them super unique and easy to transport in your purse, (they come in single use satchels!) and higher in polyphenols. They're made from high quality ingredients with triple toxin screening, (super important when it comes to your tea). Click HERE to visit the shop. HRT Made Simple™ - Learn how to confidently speak to your doctor about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy so you can set yourself up for symptom-free, unmedicated years to come without feeling confused, dismissed, or leaving the medical office minus your HRT script. Hair Loss Solutions Made Simple™ – This course will teach you the best natural, highly effective, and safe solutions for your hair loss so you can stop it, reverse it, and regrow healthy hair without turning to medications. The Perimenopause Solution™ – My signature 6-month comprehensive hormonal health program for women in midlife who want to get solid answers to their hormonal health issues once and for all so they can kick the weight gain, moodiness, gut problems, skin issues, period problems, fatigue, overwhelm, insomnia, hair/eyebrow loss, and other symptoms in order to get back to the woman they once were. [FREE] The Ultimate Midlife Perimenopause Handbook - Grab my free guide and RECLAIM your confidence, your mood, your waistline and energy without turning to medications or restrictive diets (or spending a fortune on testing you don't need!).   [BOOK A 30-MINUTE SESSION WITH TARA HERE]

Beth Zupec-Kania is a leading global expert in ketogenic therapy, known for her decades of clinical experience and clear, compassionate guidance. A registered and certified dietitian-nutritionist, she has spent more than 30 years helping clinicians, patients, and families use therapeutic ketosis safely and effectively for neurological, psychiatric, metabolic, and even select cancer-related conditions. In this episode, Dr. Tro, Dr. Brian, and Beth talk about… (00:00) Intro (02:23) What The Charlie Foundation is and how Beth first became involved (05:09) The frustrations Beth faced as a nutritionist promoting an, at the time, very taboo diet in the ketogenic diet (09:37) How Beth initially came to see the power of keto as a therapy for people with epilepsy (12:16) The evolution of the keto diet over the decades (18:40) How the keto diet can be life changing for children with epilepsy (27:28) Epilepsy patients weaning off of the keto diet (30:22) Why a supplemental or drug cannot replace the keto diet for epilepsy patients (32:44) How sugar and the microbiome play into epilepsy and seizure disorders (41:28) Beth's personal experience with the ketogenic diet (47:38) HRT, women's health, and the keto diet (51:54) Addiction and denial (56:55) Fatty liver disease and the keto diet (01:00:02) The new dietary guidelines (01:04:04) Eating REAL fats (01:05:52) For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Beth Zupec-Kania: The Charlie Foundation: https://charliefoundation.org/ Website: https://www.bethzupeckania.com/ Keto Mastery: https://www.ketomastery.pro/ Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://www.doctortro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/ 

Today, I'm giving you a full roadmap of non-hormonal symptom relief, built from research and real-world experience. We'll cover why some women can't or don't take HRT, why some still struggle even when they do, and what tools you can use whether you're hormone-free, hormone-curious, or hormonally supplemented but still not completely supported. Then we'll go symptom by symptom including hot flashes, sleep, anxiety, metabolism, joint pain, GSM and map out what actually works. We Cover: • Why some women avoid HRT and why others still need more support. • The foundations every woman needs, with or without hormones. • Non-hormonal solutions for hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety, irritability, sleep, mood, metabolism, muscle loss, cognitive decline, weight gain, fatigue and GSM. • What to know about supplement safety and phytoestrogens. RESOURCES Recommended Items + Discounts:  Karen Martel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/non-hormonal-solutions-to-peri-and-post-menopausal/id1438772276?i=1000682224707 Herbal Medicine in Menopause: Myths, Mistakes, & Must-Haves with Sara Chana Silverstein Master Herbalist: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/herbal-medicine-in-menopause-myths-mistakes-must-haves/id1531105768?i=1000727879524 Discount Codes PDF: Osteoarthritis episode: https://youtu.be/b7aTb7cHn7o?si=WDVXmO3HwHruhXmm PRP episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-arthritis-prevent-degeneration-in-joints-alternatives/id1531105768?i=1000523184934 https://drive.google.com/file/d/110eG0zBhHwpWS6_BVgj1RtL-JmKgqgmL/view?usp=sharing Urolithin A: https://youtu.be/OsaWrkM3Fxs?si=SeZ-nTuf46H2o4QO Methylene Blue: https://youtu.be/XHhMN3oC69M?si=B5pCINSXA19rNcQs BFR guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dSwrG6u737O5o7_TOd3PkRfeGsz8ESX5/view?usp=drive_link Hot Flash Program: https://hackmyage.com/hot-flash-masterclass/ Energy Reboot Program: https://hackmyage.com/energy-reboot-self-guided/   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.  

Coach and educator Carla Wainwright joins Dr. Gillian in episode 238 to reframe midlife (about 40–65) as a gateway rather than a decline. Drawing on science and somatic wisdom, Carla explains how shifting sex hormones affect metabolism, sleep, stress tolerance, and body composition—and why nervous‑system regulation, metabolic basics, and pleasure practices are foundational for healthspan. You'll learn simple micro‑resets (breath, grounding, nature time), how to stack small rituals, and why cultivating daily moments of joy/connection boosts oxytocin and nitric oxide—two chemistry cues that counter cortisol, support repair, and enhance mitochondrial and brain function. The conversation also touches on individualized choices around HRT, sleep strategies, and the power of community, movement, and mindful communication at any age. Practical, compassionate, and doable. Carla has an MSc in Conservation Biology, a four‑year diploma in Heilkunst/homeopathy, certifications in sex, love & relationship coaching, and >25 years as a senior yoga instructor/trainer. TimeLine: 00:00 — Welcome; why embodiment matters for aging youthfully  02:15 — Carla's path; reframing midlife as a gateway  07:16 — "Heilkunst": Hahnemann's broader system beyond homeopathy  08:21 — Perimenopause/menopause biology: hormones, metabolism & stress  11:14 — Sleep & HRT discussion; lifestyle + hormones, not either/or  13:18 — Healthy aging basics: sleep, movement, food, community, presence  14:15 — Nervous‑system regulation: breath, grounding, nature micro‑resets  18:02 — Daily titration of safety; hugs, pets, connection, barefoot forest time  22:24 — Pleasure as longevity lever; oxytocin & nitric oxide explained  25:00 — Five pleasure moments/day; reflective recap to reinforce benefits  30:00 — Three powerful daily choices for fog/fatigue/disconnection  33:09 — Dance, joy & community; one mindset shift for the week  33:49 — Close & calls to action   Learn about Carla Wainwright:  Free Gift - Your Vibrancy Guide: https://vibrancyguide.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlawainwright/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlaWainwrightCreatrix/    Connect with Dr. Gillian Lockitch Download your Gift:  Ten Tips for Building A Better body: Better Bones, Muscles and Joints Guide to Nature's Colourful Antioxidants.  Book a one-on-one call with Dr. Gillian Lockitch    Join the Growing Older Living Younger Community 

This interview took place on a historic day: the FDA removed the black box warning for HRT (hormone replacement therapy) after 20 years. My guest, Dr. Mariza Snyder, author of The Perimenopause Revolution, explains why this matters and why women have been suffering needlessly for decades while doctors dismissed their symptoms as "just aging" or "just stress." Perimenopause is the 4 to 10-year transition where hormones wildly fluctuate before menopause, and Dr. Snyder calls it "the window of vulnerability." She uses a powerful metaphor: imagine estrogen as your brain's master CEO who shows up like clockwork from 9 AM to 6 PM for 30 years. Then, suddenly, without warning, it shows up at 2 PM one day and leaves at 11 PM, then shows up at 6 AM the next day and leaves at 11 AM. Your brain scrambles trying to regulate energy, neurotransmitters, sleep, mood, and cravings. The most compelling insight of our conversation is a Mayo Clinic study that found 84% of menopausal women don't seek care. Why? Because they feel judged in the doctor's office.  Dr. Snyder wrote her book as the roadmap she desperately needed when she started her own perimenopause journey, connecting symptoms to future health outcomes and providing practical solutions beyond just "you're getting older."  

November News You Can Use Federal Rules and Hot Flashes (Loans, Hormones, Measles) Topics include: New federal rule absurdly declassifies advanced nursing and therapy degrees as “professional,” worsening medical education costs Meanwhile capping physician loans below actual med-school debt which risks ensuring future physicians disproportionately come from wealthy families The long-misleading black-box warning on HRT has finally been removed, restoring access to a beneficial therapy The hype around new non-hormonal alternatives for Menopause likely not going to bring an impact Measles is resurging as vaccination rates drop CMS releases new labyrinthine OPPS/ASC rules—including phasing out the Inpatient-Only rule by 2028 Healthcare tech continues to flag patient risks without offering meaningful action, proving that data without direction is worthless. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

Hormones start shifting way earlier than anyone tells us, and for most women over 35 that sneaky change can make you feel like you are aging in fast-forward. This episode breaks down the hormone symptoms most doctors overlook and explains what is actually happening with estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone when you suddenly have brain fog, mood swings, stubborn weight gain, low libido, or sleep that goes off a cliff. Chalene also clears up the outdated fears around hormone therapy and shares the updated science every woman needs, plus simple natural hormone support options if HRT is not your thing. And if you have ever felt dismissed or confused by conflicting advice, you will hear exactly how to find a clinician who actually understands women's hormone health so you can age powerfully instead of feeling unlike yourself. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  

In this episode of The SavvyCast, I'm joined by my dear friend and fellow midlife influencer Deanna Pizitz of Well and Worthy Life for a candid, girl-talk Q&A. I asked my Instagram community to submit their burning questions, and today we're diving into all of them—from marriage and midlife transitions to plastic surgery, hormones, adult children, and more.  This is truly a fun, honest, and real-life conversation between two midlife women who have lived a lot, learned a lot, and love sharing what's worked (and what hasn't).   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Deanna's journey through two past marriages and how she navigated divorce Insights into her current marriage and what she's learned along the way How to navigate the transition of children growing up, getting married, and having babies Tips for dividing time with adult children and in-laws during the holidays Meaningful and practical gift ideas for in-laws An open conversation about plastic surgery: Jamie's endoscopic facelift, CO2 laser, and mommy makeover with breast reduction  Deanna's breast augmentation, mini tummy tuck, and deep plane facelift Daxify vs. Botox: how they differ and what to know Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and why both Jamie and Deanna stopped testosterone pellets   WHO IS DEANNA PIZITZ OF WELL & WORTHY LIFE? Deanna is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Life Coach who specializes in supporting midlife women. She is also a blogger and podcaster, and the founder of Well and Worthy Life, a Southern-based style and wellness company in Birmingham dedicated to inspiring women through empowering lifestyle and wellness content. Her mission is to reach women, whether in Birmingham or beyond, who are looking for meaningful, practical guidance on living a happier, more fulfilled midlife. Deanna brings a relatable, real-life perspective to her work, continually pursuing her own personal growth and encouraging her audience to do the same.   LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED: Follow along with Deanna on Instagram @wellandworthylife Well & Worthy Life Website Well & Worthy Life Podcast: Overcoming the Shame of Divorce Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify   WHERE TO LISTEN The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends!

We dive into what's actually happening in peri- and postmenopause (hormonally, neurologically, and physically) and how those changes show up on the bike. From fear on technical trails, to fatigue, difficulties concentrating, to the “hit by a truck” recovery days… none of this is random. This episode is science-based and NOT only for women

▶︎▶︎Preorder my new book ‘The Connection Code': https://beehive.drmelissasonners.com/the-connection-code If you're in your 40s and have been feeling “off” lately: low energy, anxious for no clear reason, gaining weight around your middle, waking up at 3AM, or wondering why your sex drive suddenly disappeared — there's a powerful explanation hiding in your hormones. These symptoms are some of the most common early perimenopause signs, even in women who still have regular periods.In this episode, I sit down with women's hormone & menopause expert Dr. Mariza Snyder to break down the ONE midlife hormone shift that can silently disrupt your mood, metabolism, sleep, libido, stress tolerance, and sense of self. This neuroendocrine transition often starts in your late 30s or 40s, and understanding it is the key to feeling like yourself again.We talk about the hidden hormone changes most women don't realize they're experiencing, why so many women in midlife describe feeling “lost,” and what's actually driving symptoms like anxiety, brain fog, irritability, weight changes, low motivation, and emotional overwhelm.This season of life is an incredible opportunity to rebirth your energy, clarity, and purpose.What You'll Learn:The midlife hormone imbalance that affects mood, sleep, weight, and libidoEarly perimenopause symptoms women often missWhy so many women in their 40s feel disconnected or “not like themselves”The brain chemistry changes behind anxiety, irritability, and overwhelmThe identity “upgrade” that happens during hormonal shiftsExercise snacks for blood sugar, metabolism, and emotional regulationPleasure stacking & nervous system tools for daily stressLow libido in perimenopause — what's hormonal vs emotionalThe newest HRT research + FDA vaginal estrogen updateHow to rebuild community and connection during life transitionsResources:Dr. Mariza Snyder: https://drmariza.com/ Get her book ‘The Perimenopause Revolution: Reclaim Your Hormones, Metabolism & Energy': https://amzn.to/3FwSAlK Melissa's Red Light faves, with special codes and discounts: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/red-light-guide Be Inspired Mama Journal: https://amzn.to/4afbs3s Want a free and meaningful way to support the show? Give us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts (you can even leave a review on Apple too!). And if you're tuning in on YouTube, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Your support helps more mamas discover this space and we're so grateful you're here.

There is so much misinformation when it comes to health and beauty advice aimed at women over 40. Today, Jennifer Hanway and I talk about what truly helps during perimenopause and menopause, the traps of misinformation on social media, and the foundations for your skin, energy, and longevity. Jennifer shares lab-first steps, when HRT and peptides belong in your plan, and how to get the most from expensive medical aesthetic treatments like Sculptra. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to swap hype for habit. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/happy SKIMS - The SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com. Let them know we sent you by choosing Earn Your Happy podcast in the dropdown after you purchase. Brevo - Head to brevo.com/earn and use the code EARN to get 50% off Starter and Business Plans for the first 3 months of an annual subscription. Aura Frames - save on the perfect gift at AuraFrames.com - get $35 off Aura's best-selling Carver Mat frames with promo code EARN at checkout. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes. Visit www.northwestregisteredagent.com/paidearn Blinds dot com - The Black Friday deals at Blinds.com are going strong all month long! Save $50 off when you spend $500 or more - use code EARN at checkout. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why we're so informed and yet massively misinformed. 06:15 What makes misinformation so convincing on social platforms. 10:00 When is hormone replacement therapy appropriate? 13:00 What our moms never got told about menopause. 17:30 How affluent women can stop chasing trends. 25:00 The danger of copying someone else's diet when it wasn't built for your biology. 30:45 Is high protein bad for you? 35:30 What dermatologists won't tell you about topical skincare and internal skincare. 41:45 How nutrition and gut health amplify your aesthetic procedures. 45:00 The diet and supplements that make fillers last longer. 51:45 What's the longevity formula for younger skin from the inside out? 56:15 The habits that help or harm your skin microbiome. RESOURCES Learn more about Jennifer Hanway HERE Join the Audacity Challenge HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Jennifer: @jenniferhanway

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Carole Hooven is a human evolutionary biologist whose research centers on testosterone, sex differences, and behavior. In this episode, she explores how prenatal testosterone orchestrates male development in the body and brain, how early hormonal surges shape lifelong behavioral tendencies, and what rare natural experiments—such as 5-alpha-reductase deficiency—reveal about the biology of sex differentiation. She discusses distinct male and female aggression styles through an evolutionary lens, how modern environments interact with ancient competitive drives, and the implications of attempting to suppress them. The conversation also covers testosterone across the lifespan, the role of hormone therapy in both men and women, and Carole's own experience after surgical menopause, culminating in a broader discussion of masculinity, cultural narratives, and the consequences of denying biological sex differences. We discuss: How Carole became interested in exploring the biological and evolutionary roots of sex differences and the role of testosterone [2:30]; How testosterone and other hormones influence sex differences in aggression and behavior across species [9:45]; How chromosomes, the SRY gene, and early hormones direct embryonic sexual differentiation [12:15]; A stark contrast of male social bonding compared to females, and evolutionary parallels in chimpanzees [19:30]; How hormones like DHT shape sexual differentiation, and how 5⍺-reductase deficiency reveals the distinct roles of these hormones [22:45]; How sex chromosomes and prenatal testosterone shape early brain development and explain sex differences in childhood behavior [31:30]; How gamete differences shape reproductive strategies, energetic costs, and sex-specific behavior [42:30]; How evolutionary biology shapes sex differences in play, aggression, and conflict resolution (and how modern environments and cultural messaging can disrupt those patterns) [49:00]; Why males commit disproportionately more violent crime, and how cultural and environmental forces shape aggression [1:01:00]; Why females evolved different behavioral strategies: nurturing, risk aversion, and the cultural norms that override biology [1:04:00]; Whether male aggression is still necessary in modern society, why the underlying biological drives persist, and how modern society redirects these drives [1:06:30]; How testosterone levels naturally shift to support fatherhood and caregiving [1:13:30]; How testosterone shapes male mating strategies, and why long-term pair-bonding persists even when reproduction is no longer at stake [1:18:30]; The distinct roles of estrogen in male development, mood, libido, and muscle [1:25:00]; How evolution, health, lifestyle, and androgen receptor biology shape modern testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) [1:34:15]; Carole's experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the risks associated with TRT in younger men [1:45:15]; How Carole rebuilt after controversy: leaving academia and recommitting to scientific honesty [1:51:30,]; Carole's next book: examining masculinity, cultural narratives, and the cost of denying biological sex differences [1:57:30]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Layla and Kathy discuss horny women in their forties, HRT, slow fucking, dry humping and more. Tune in to hear all the details including how women in their forties are hornier than ever and why, how and why pellets are a game changer when it comes to sex drive, how peri-menopause is a woman's ovaries hurrah and how that plays into why women are so horny during that time, how and why you don't need to lose your sex drive after menopause, HRT and sex drive after menopause, how to get your sex drive back without hormones, the O Shot and what it does to your orgasms, slow fucks and why they're so good, the halfway in game and why you should try it one day, Kathy's experience of pellets, hormones during perimenopause and injections and which one she prefers, losing muscle tone and what to do to get it back plus a whole lot more. You can find Layla here: https://www.thecuriousgirldiaries.com To see HOT pics of my female guests + hear anonymous confessions + get all the episodes early and AD FREE, join my Patreon! It's only $7 a month and you can cancel at any time. You can sign up here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/StrictlyAnonymousPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and when you join, I'll throw in a complimentary link to my private Discord!  MY BOOK IS NOW OUT FOR PRE-ORDER!!!! Strictly Anonymous Confessions: Secret Sex Lives of Total Strangers. A bunch of short, super sexy, TRUE stories. GET YOUR COPY NOW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4i7hBCd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  To join SDC and get a FREE Trial! click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sdc.com/?ref=37712⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or go to SDC.com and use my code 37712  Want to be on the show? Email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠strictlyanonymouspodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and click on "Be on the Show." Want to confess while remaining anonymous? Call the CONFESSIONS hotline at 347-420-3579. All voices are changed.  Sponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://motorbunny.com/strictly⁠⁠⁠ — Black Friday Sale PLUS $50 off! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://butterwellness.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Use the code STRICTLY at checkout for 30% OFF your entire order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://vb.health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — To get 10% off LOAD Boost by VB Health use code: STRICTLY ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quince.com/strictlyanon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — For premium quality Quince clothing plus FREE shipping and 365 day returns! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bluechew.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Get your first month of the new Bluechew Max FREE! Use code: STRICTLYANON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brooklynbedding.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Use my promo code STRICTLY at checkout to get 30% off sitewide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beducate.me/pd2536-anonymous⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Use code ANONYMOUS69 to get 50% off your yearly pass plus a 14-day money-back guarantee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://uberlube.com/discount/Strictly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Use code STRICTLY for 10% off Uberlube aka the BEST Lube EVER⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow me! Instagram  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/strictanonymous/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/strictanonymous?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Strictlyanonymouspodcast⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In midlife, I see TONS of women who are “doing all the right things”—eating clean, exercising harder, even restricting more—yet still are seeing the scale creep up. That's why I've invited Sarah Kennedy on the podcast, who's the founder and CEO of Calocurb– a natural, non-prescription hunger control treatment option.  We're unpacking why hunger can feel louder and more relentless than ever for women in midlife. Sarah breaks down how shifting hormones, chronic stress, poor sleep, and dwindling bandwidth all fuel food noise, cravings, and that constant tug-of-war with your appetite.  You'll learn why willpower is not the problem—and why your biology deserves more compassion… not more restriction.  Most importantly, Sarah shares practical, science-backed ways to calm midlife cravings and support your changing metabolism with more ease. Tune in here and finally make a change that shows you results!  Sarah Kennedy Sarah Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Calocurb, a revolutionary weight-management product based in New Zealand. Calocurb now sells in five international markets and continues to grow rapidly. Sarah, formerly with Fonterra, held senior roles including Vice President International Farming in China and Managing Director of Dairy Nutrition and RD1 retail stores. Prior to joining Fonterra, she spent over 20 years in dietary and animal nutrition. A veterinarian by training, Sarah completed the Sloan Fellowship in Global Leadership and Innovation at MIT. IN THIS EPISODE How Calocurb can help curb your hunger, especially in midlife The physiology behind midlife hunger changes  How Calocurb works and why it's different than synthetic GLP-1s  The benefits of taking Calocurb in midlife  Taking Calocurb safely alongside HRT and other supplements   Dose timing and the best way to take Calocurb for results  Fitting Calocurb into a broader wellness routine for women  Get started with Calocurb with a 10% discount!  QUOTES “When you reduce your calories by 25%, your hunger actually doubles over four months. So the brain is telling you to go out and look for food, and your body thinks you are going into a famine. So it's upping and upping and upping… this is why 99% of diets fail.” “I've been on it 6-7 years now. I don't take it twice a day, only take it once. But I can honestly say to you, I'm at peace with food… I think many, many people will find that.” “This has been revolutionary in the fact that we now understand what is happening in our body and what is driving this hunger and craving.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Calocurb: USE CODE DRMARIZA for 10% off your purchase! https://www.calocurb.com/drmarizasnyder Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution https://peri-revolution.com/ Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your MitoQ order https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101585564-17091761 Calcurb on Facebook Calocurb on Instagram RELATED EPISODES  #621: The Truth About Metabolic Health, Hormones and GLP-1s with Tyna Moore #558: The Science Behind Ozempic and Important Facts About GLP-1 Agonists + Hormone Replacement For Women 40+ with Dr. Tyna Moore #613: Effective Tools for Curbing Your Appetite in Midlife and Optimizing Your Blood Sugar with Nagina Sethi Abdullah #601: The Food You Eat Will Impact Your Menopause Journey + Foods to Ease Menopause and Promote Longevity with Dr. Federica Amati 696: Why Diets Stop Working in Midlife—and What Actually Helps Instead with Lara Frendjian