Hack My Age

It is an honor to welcome a true trailblazer in the world of health and wellness to our podcast today – none other than JJ Virgin herself. She is one of the first voices I ever heard on a podcast. I can't even remember how I found her, but it was somewhere around 2016 and I was looking for answers about fitness and nutrition for women over 40. And she was there to give the simple truth and put the science into words I could understand at the time, while also giving real practical advice to show me how to implement her tips that were the "little hinges that swing the big doors". I am pretty sure you already know JJ, but if you don't, listen up and start following her and her podcast now called "Well Beyond 40", which has over 1000 episodes and over 17 million downloads. JJ Virgin is a triple-board certified nutrition and fitness expert. I would also add biohacker to that list. JJ is a passionate advocate of the healing power of nutrition, and she is on a mission to change the way the world sees aging and longevity. She has launched 3 multimillion-dollar businesses and founded the Mindshare Collaborative, which is the most influential professional community in health. She also launched more New York Times bestselling books, PBS specials, and 7 figure brands than any other community. JJ co-hosted the show Freaky Eaters and was the nutrition expert for Dr. Phil's Weight Loss Challenges. She's also been on Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and The TODAY Show. She's an international speaker and has shared the stage with the biggest of the big like Tony Robbins, Gary Vaynerchuk and Dr. Mark Hyman. You'll want to surely pick up her NY Times bestsellers like the Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. She also has an amazing book called the Miracle Mindset, which shares the powerful lessons in strength and positivity that she learned after her 16 year old son Grant was the victim of a brutal hit-and-run accident and nearly died. This episode is sponsored by Oxford Healthspan. The makers of my favorite spermidine supplement Primeadine. Use code ZORA for 15% off Primeadine spermidine here. FREEBIE: Ultimate Health Roadmap - ⁠jjvirgin.com/roadmap⁠ Protein calculator: https://discover.jjvirgin.com/7-day-protein-challenge-int-1 OR ⁠https://jjvirgin.com/how-much-protein/⁠⁠ Contact JJ Virgin: Website: ⁠⁠https://jjvirgin.com/⁠⁠ Well Beyond 40 – The Aging Powerfully Podcast - ⁠⁠https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcast/⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/JJVirginOfficial/⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://instagram.com/jj.virgin/⁠ Youtube - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos⁠ MENOPAUSE ENERGY REBOOT PROGRAM ⁠Group program⁠ starting October 1, 2023 https://hackmyage.com/energy-reboot/ ⁠Self guided program⁠ https://hackmyage.com/energy-reboot-self-guided/ Use code EARLYBIRD for 15% off until September 20, 2023 Join the Hack My Age community on: Facebook Page : ⁠⁠⁠http://facebook.com/hackmyage⁠⁠⁠ Facebook Group: Biohacking Menopause Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/hackmyage⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.hackmyage.com⁠⁠⁠ Hack My Age VIP Group: ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/hackmyage⁠⁠⁠ Email: zora@hackmyage.com Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠http://www.hackmyage.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is edited by ⁠⁠⁠jonathanjk.com⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackmyage/support

Our guest today will help you sleep better. He is passionate about getting a good night's sleep and is going to give us some great tips on how to do this. Janne Kyllonen is from Finland and knows a lot about sleep because he needed it so much while he was traveling across multiple time zones. One day while he was traveling to Beijing after an exhausting flight, he was at the airport and found a very interesting gadget. It was called Active Noise Cancelling headphones. He tried them on and noticed silence all around him in the middle of a massively busy airport. And he came up with an idea…that he could make them even better. So he came up with Quieton. I am so excited to talk about these noise canceling headphones first of all, because no one on the biohacking circuit has really discovered them yet…so remember, you heard it here first. And second of all, because I now no longer have these microawakenings when someone in my bed snores or a church bell rings at 2am. Absolute silence. I can't take all the credit for finding Quieton. It's my biohacking bestie Magdelana of Magdalena's Secrets on Instagram who posted about them. She was telling me what a miracle they were for her. Magdalena has no vested interest and nothing to sell. So I believed her. So now I put them to the test. And to be honest, even though the buds are microscopic I didn't like something in my ears. I go back to Magdalena for some explanations and she said to give it a few days and adjust the size. And she was right. It was perfect timing too because I happened to be in a new place, a new bed and a new city that had a church bell ringing every hour on the hour…and a neighbor who I could hear going up and down the stairs in the middle of the night. When I finally gave it another go, I had a really great nights sleep and just laughed when my husband complained of the church bell and neighbor again. I heard zero! So, enough raving about Quieton, I want to introduce Janne so we can talk about sleep in general, give you some tips and answer some questions about anything anyone puts inside their ears to find some silence. Get Quieton at 10% off with this link on quieton.com Contact Janne Kyllonen: Email: janne.kyllonen@quieton.com Website: quieton.com Linked IN https://www.linkedin.com/company/quieton-oy Instagram https://www.instagram.com/quieton/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/QuietOnEarplugs Facebook Group: Biohacking Women 50+ - Longevity After Menopause https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingwomen50 Join the Hack My Age community on: Facebook : http://facebook.com/hackmyage Instagram: http://instagram.com/hackmyage Website: http://www.hackmyage.com Facebook group: Biohacking Menopause https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingwomen50 Hack My Age VIP Group: http://patreon.com/hackmyage Email: zora@hackmyage.com Newsletter: http://www.hackmyage.com/newsletter This podcast is edited by jonathanjk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackmyage/support

Meet my personal anti aging doctor. I first learned about Dr. Lauren Bramley through my clients while I was living in Hong Kong in 2014. They all raved about her and loved her cutting edge take on their problems. Some of them had arthritis, others had autoimmune disease. They would show me their protocol and the supplements they were taking and I was impressed. I knew this was not your ordinary doctor. The only complaint they have is that she is so hard to see. She is always halfway between Canada and Hong Kong. She is always attending medical conferences, speaking at them, learning and continuing to educate herself to always bring the latest science to her patients. That's the trade off. So, my Hong Kong clients are always desperately waiting for her return. But now with telemedicine, we have new ways to stay in touch and she's going to share with us today how she is now working around those previous obstacles with a new program she calls The Better With Age Club. Dr Bramley is a Canadian trained and licensed medical doctor with a focus on functional and anti-aging medicine. She has a Master's Degree in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. She has a huge toolbox of "toys" to help us actually get down to the root cause of a problem and fix it once and for all. She uses bioidentical hormones, genomics, nutraceuticals, peptides and lifestyle hacks. She is also really well known for her TedxTalk: "Know Your Numbers" where she talked about her philosophy of improving your health by empowering yourself. Knowing your data, interpreting it, understanding it and knowing how to apply it to your unique self.  I remember when I first popped into Dr. Bramley's clinic in Central in Hong Kong, I was really blown away. It was the first time I saw an anti-aging clinic, but one solely dedicated to reversing aging…not just a side note or afterthought. It had everything I dreamed of having in medical care. She has an in-house laboratory directly on premise where she can get all her testing done accurately and quickly. It's amazing and it's been there for over 20 years. Mention Zora's Podcast and receive 10% off of The Better With Age Club Membership. Have your partner, friend, or family member sign up with you and both receive 20% off the membership fee.  Save 20% on tickets to the Biohacking Congress in Boston June 11 - 12, 2022 where I will be speaking on Biohacking Over 50 with this link or use code ZORA at checkout. CONTACT lauren.bramley@laurenbramleymd.com hello@thebetterwithageclub.com www.thebetterwithageclub.com www.drlaurenbramley.com Join the Hack My Age community on: Facebook : http://facebook.com/hackmyage Facebook Group: Biohacking Women 50+ Instagram: http://instagram.com/hackmyage Website: http://www.hackmyage.com Clubhouse: @hackmyage (Club: Biohacking Women 50+) Hack My Age VIP Group: http://patreon.com/hackmyage Email: zora@hackmyage.com Newsletter: http://www.hackmyage.com/newsletter This podcast is edited by jonathanjk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackmyage/support

Dr. Rachel Carlton Abrams busts myths about sexuality in midlife, because, she literally wrote the book on it…and she's a doctor, so it's all certified. Dr. Rachel studied at the famous Stanford University, graduated with honors, got her doctorate from UC San Francisco and even has a Masters Degree in Holistic Health from UC Berkeley. She is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine.  In 2008 she opened the Santa Cruz Integrative Medicine Clinic where she treats some of the world's most influential people, like big shot CEOs, billionaire entrepreneurs and Nobel Peace laureates. She's been voted as the "Best Doctor" in Santa Cruz County every year since 2009. And it looks like no one is even close to breaking that track record. As a gerontologist I respect that she's super dedicated to creating health equity and anti-racism in health care. Dr. Rachel is also an author. She wrote the books:  Bodywise: Discovering Your Body's Intelligence for Lifelong Health and Healing Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, The Man's Guide to Women (she wrote this one with her husband) The Multi-Orgasmic Woman The Multi-Orgasmic Couple, and the audiobook Taoist Sexual Secrets. Dr. Rachel doesn't stop, because she loves teaching courses and over the last 20 years she also works as a consultant on holistic health for national magazines, radio and television, so you probably have run into her somehow somewhere before. Dr. Rachel is not only a practicing doctor, author, speaker and consultant, she's also been a board member of the AHMA (American Holistic Medical Association) and is now an active board member of the AIHM (Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine), where she works on anti-racism, health equity and inclusive membership. Contact Dr. Rachel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorrachelabrams Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorrachelabrams Website: http://www.doctorrachel.com Website: http://www.santacruzintegrativemedicine.com Email: Dr.RachelAbrams@gmail.com Books: https://www.doctorrachel.com/books Join the Hack My Age community on: Facebook : http://facebook.com/hackmyage Instagram: http://instagram.com/hackmyage Website: http://www.hackmyage.com Clubhouse: @hackmyage (Club: Biohacking Women 50+) Hack My Age VIP Group: http://patreon.com/hackmyage Email: zora@hackmyage.com Newsletter: http://www.hackmyage.com/newsletter This podcast is edited by jonathanjk.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackmyage/support

Have you ever stared at a Black Friday deal wondering, "Is this actually going to make my life better… or am I about to buy another gadget that ends up in the drawer with my broken jump rope?" Or maybe you're asking yourself, "What do I even get for myself, my partner, my mom or my midlife bestie who already owns five water bottles and a weighted blanket?" Then this episode is for you. Today, I'm walking you through my full list of favorite holiday biohacking gift ideas for midlife women, which are products that support energy, sleep, metabolism, skin, recovery, strength, and aging well. We cover: The top tech and wearables for sleep, metabolism and recovery The best supplements for cellular longevity, stress, sleep, gut health and muscle Smart at-home testing kits worth gifting My top skincare picks for midlife skin (and the one product I'd choose from each brand) Recovery tools that boost strength, healing and energy Fun and unique biohacking gifts Great under-$50 stocking stuffers that actually make a difference Black Friday Gift Guide: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-black-friday-2025/ Discount Code PDF:  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.

Have you heard about blood flow restriction bands, also known as BFR, but not really sure what they are for or how they work? Or are you hunting for a pair to help build muscle or at least not lose it while you are injured or going for surgery, but not sure which ones to buy? Today we meet one of the world's leading expert on BFR - Nicholas Rolnick PhD. We dig into the science, the practical applications, and the exciting potential BFR has for women in midlife who want to get stronger without risking injury.  We cover:  What BFR actually is and why restricting blood flow during exercise can stimulate muscle growth with lighter loads How to safely use BFR bands How BFR compares to traditional strength training in terms of risks and rewards Which demographic of people can benefit most from this method A breakdown of different BFR devices and how to choose one Does it make any sense to train grip strength? Nick Rolnick, AKA The Human Performance Mechanic is a world-class Physical Therapist & Performance Enhancement Specialist who continues to distinguish himself as a leading international authority in Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) through his work educating fitness and rehab professionals through his company, The BFR PROS. Nick is a highly published author (60+) in many of the world's top journals in exercise science and rehabilitation and has a thriving practice in Manhattan as a Physical Therapist and Personal Trainer. In addition, he serves as an adjunct professor in several prominent colleges in the tri state area. BFR Guide By Zora Sportgrips (www.sportgrips.com) BFR Buyer's Guide: https://bit.ly/bfrguide $10 off using code HACKMYAGE10 www.sportgrips.com/products/revolution  Contact Nicholas Rolnick: Website: https://www.thebfrpros.com/nick-rolnick Email: nick@thebfrpros.com   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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before December 1, 2025 to win a Body Talk session with Angie Tourani   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     

We Cover: Dr. Nasha's personal story of surviving cancer  How she found naturopathic and integrative medicine What integrative oncology is and how it differs from traditional approaches How metabolic health influences cancer risk and treatment outcomes How she gets her patients off hormones, supports them with supplements, diet and lifestyle changes to balance their hormones whether it's through menopause or illness.  Dr. Nasha Winters is an integrative oncology specialist, author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer and Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology, and host of the Metabolic Matters podcast. She's the former Executive Director of the nonprofit Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health (MTIH), CEO of Dr. Nasha, Inc., and co-founder and Medical Director of Terrain Holding Company. She's an internationally recognized authority in integrative cancer care, and is known for blending standard oncology with evidence-based metabolic and complementary therapies to improve patient outcomes. She's also revolutionizing cancer care through her vision for a pioneering residential integrative oncology hospital and research institute, which is a vision she's bringing to life with a new nonprofit metabolic research lab in Phoenix, Arizona. Terrain Holding: www.terrainholding.com Metabolic Matters Podcast: https://metabolicmatters.com The Metabolic Approach to Cancer-Books: https://www.drnasha.com/books-and-education   Contact Dr. Nasha Winters Website:  https://www.drnasha.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drnashawinters/ X:  https://twitter.com/drnashawinters LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nasha-winters-796374b6/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/drnashainc YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@DrNashaInc Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@drnashawinters   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.  

Are you still confused (or totally terrified) about hormone therapy because of what you heard that it causes cancer? Do you have breast cancer and have been told you cannot take hormone therapy, but still question if this is true? Then this episode is for you. Today I sit down with cancer survivor Dr. Lindsey Berkson, one of the most outspoken, evidence-driven voices in hormone science. She has been on the front lines for more than 40 years, challenging misinformation, teaching clinicians, and calling out the myths that have held women back from lifesaving care. We cover: What really happened in the 2002 WHI study and why the press release created global panic Why estrogen may be breast-protective…even for breast cancer patients What the 2024 NIH study of 10 million women revealed about HRT Why not ALL estrogen is proliferative The discovery of ER-beta and how it reframed estrogen's role in cancer biology What 25 human trials show about HRT use in ER+ breast cancer survivors What is oxytocin and how does this hormone help women in menopause   Dr. Lindsey Berkson is a pioneer in hormone and nutritional health with over four decades of clinical and research experience. She's triple board-certified in nutrition, a hormone scholar at Tulane University's estrogen think tank, and one of the first practitioners to bridge endocrinology, nutrition, and gut health into an integrated approach to healing. She's also the author of more than 20 books, including Hormone Deception and Healthy Digestion the Natural Way, and has developed physician-formulated nutraceutical lines and patented bioidentical hormone applications.   New book: Oxytocin Medicine https://amzn.to/3JWdDAm Recommended Reading: Hormones 101 by Dr. Jeffrey Dash Courses: https://drlindseyberkson.com/courses/ Contact Dr. Lindsey Berkson Website: https://drlindseyberkson.com/ Instagram: @dlberkson https://www.instagram.com/dlberkson/ Facebook: @Dr.LindseyBerkson https://www.facebook.com/Dr.LindseyBerkson/ 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/  For transparency: 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.  

Maybe you've heard of methylene blue and want to know what the hype's about. Or maybe you're thinking, "Wait…Isn't that a synthetic dye used for jeans? Why in the world would anyone take that?" Today we meet internal medicine physician Dr. Scott Sherr who breaks down the science, the hype, and the hard facts about methylene blue. We Cover The surprising 150-year history of methylene blue and how it works If we can benefit from lower or higher dosages Dangers of contaminated products and where to source it How to verify purity and potency with independent lab testing When and when not to use methylene blue and who should avoid it A cool hack to enhance methylene blue's mitochondrial benefits Dr. Scott's personal routine and favorite Troscriptions combinations   Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and Health Optimization expert specializing in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. As COO of Troscriptions and VP of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice, he pioneers integrative solutions that enhance mitochondrial health, nervous system balance, and longevity through science-based, synergistic approaches.  https://troscriptions.com/ZORA 10% off code ZORA  Contact Dr. Scott Sherr Instagram @troscriptions @drscottsherr  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@troscriptions   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.  

I'm answering your real-life menopause questions straight from the YouTube comments. If you've ever wondered which hormone helps with vaginal dryness, why progesterone can make your heart race, or how to test estrogen metabolism without spending a fortune, this episode is for you. We cover: Vaginal dryness and which type of estradiol works best locally vs systemically Headaches from estrogen patches and how to adjust your dose or delivery Heart palpitations with progesterone and what to do if symptoms worsen Progesterone intolerance and why some women sleep worse instead of better Breast tenderness on Oestrogel and how to find your optimal dose for long-term bone, brain, and heart protection Estrogen metabolite testing and DUTCH test alternatives MENTIONED: Apollo Health Cognoscopy Test HRT Deep Dive with Karen MartelSleep Solutions with Annika Carroll Where DEXA Goes Wrong Troscriptions Sleep Formula Everything You Need To Know About Melatonin Amy B Killen DUTCH Substack Article The Verdict On Hormone Testing - Carol Petersen High Dose Progesterone - Carol Petersen   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.  

Do you live with type 1 diabetes and finding that menopause is different for you? Or do you just want to learn more about the differences of type 1 and type 2? Then this episode is for you. Today's guest, Melissa Slemp, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was only 14 years old back in 1982, when managing the condition looked very different. After decades of navigating blood sugar highs and lows, and then later entering perimenopause, Melissa began noticing massive shifts in how her hormones affected her insulin needs, energy, and mood. Now, she's on a mission to change the conversation for women like her who are trying to manage both diabetes and menopause. We cover: Melissa's type 1 diabetes diagnosis story and what management looked like in the early 80s The key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes Why menopause can totally wreak havoc on blood sugar regulation How hormonal fluctuations impact insulin needs and energy levels…and diabetics can witness this with their own eyes, just looking at their data and insulin needs. We talked about the role of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in improving glucose control and how it's different for those with type 1 Melissa Slemp is a functional health coach, host of the podcast Type 1 in Midlife, and advocate for women with type 1 diabetes navigating the complexities of hormonal change. She helps women regain stability, energy, and confidence through a holistic approach that combines lifestyle, nutrition, and bioidentical hormone therapy.   Contact Melissa Slemp: Website: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/ Podcast: Type 1 In Midlife Podcast - https://type1inmidlife.com   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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before December 1, 2025 to win a Body Talk session with Angie Tourani   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/  For transparency: 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.    

Do you ever feel like you're drowning in health advice that contradicts itself — and none of it seems to work anymore in midlife? Today, I'm joined by Jenn Trepeck, health coach and host of the Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, to talk about her brand-new book "Uncomplicating Wellness." We cover: Why midlife health gets so confusing and how outdated strategies fail us once estrogen declines The 6 pillars of her Bio Stack The secret power of Wellness Anchors: small daily habits that keep you grounded How to replace all-or-nothing thinking with a "progress over perfection" mindset The protein debate: mTOR and longevity vs muscle and strength   Jenn Trepeck is an Optimal Health Coach, award-winning podcast host of Salad with a Side of Fries, and author of Uncomplicating Wellness: 6 Simple Steps to Your Healthiest You. Her podcast has become a top-ranked health and wellness show, known for its blend of science-backed education and real-world humor. Jenn's philosophy - "wellness without the weirdness"- runs through everything she does, encouraging people to enjoy their food, understand their bodies, and make choices that feel sustainable. Book: Uncomplicating wellness https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/uncomplicating-wellness/ Group & 1:1 coaching - start with a complimentary curiosity call : https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/contact/ RHONDA PATRICK EPISODE ON PROTEIN: https://youtu.be/fvO8e-2y37k?si=pua3hgZcy2uIAgNR Contact Jenn Trepeck Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saladwithasideoffriespod/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast  Facebook group://m.facebook.com/groups/425796548337541/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck/  YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenntrepeck  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck  Podcast: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/a-salad-with-a-side-of-fries/#latest-episodes 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.  

Do you feel back pain? Shoulder pain? Hip pain? Have you had injuries or issues and been told you need surgery? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, fitness expert Natalie Jill opens up about her long journey through pain, surgeries, and recovery from breast explants to her most recent disc replacement surgery. We cover: The emotional and physical toll of multiple surgeries Her back injuries, type A personality and ultimately her disc replacement recovery The neuroscience of pain and how to retrain the brain's response How to prepare your body before surgery and accelerate recovery Why we shouldn't over-biohack, especially when the basics aren't in place Natalie's foundational healing habits for the best recovery and beyond Natalie Jill is a high-performance coach, licensed master sports nutritionist, and fitness expert who helps women redefine aging through mindset and metabolic health. After decades of working in fitness, she faced her own series of medical challenges that forced her to completely rebuild her body and mindset from the ground up.  EPISODES From Hormone Fear To Hormone Pressure: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/477-from-hormone-fear-to-hormone-pressure-hrt-isnt/id1436973433?i=1000725112118 Disc Replacement vs Spinal Fusion: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/474-why-i-chose-disc-replacement-over-spinal-fusion/id1436973433?i=1000723559499 Neuroscience of Chronic Pain: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/479-the-neuroscience-of-chronic-pain-why-your-brain/id1436973433?i=1000727012431   Total Body Thrive Online Program: https://totalbodythrive.com/ $400 off with code ZORA   Contact Natalie Jill Website: https://www.nataliejillfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieJillFitness Podcast: Midlife Conversations with Nathalie Jill Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here. Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 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.

If you've started hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and you're not feeling great right away, don't panic. You're not broken, and your hormones aren't either. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the most common side effects women experience when starting HRT: what causes them, how to fix them, and when to talk to your doctor. We cover: Why side effects are common when starting HRT and why they don't mean it's "not working" The most common side effects backed by research How to know if your estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone levels are too high or too low When to see your doctor and what questions to ask Menopause Chart: https://hackmyage.com/menopause-symptom-chart/ Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here. Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   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     

In this deeply empowering conversation, Dr. Saida Desilets, founder of the Awakened Sensual Woman program, helps women reconnect with their body's innate wisdom and sensual intelligence. We talk about my personal experience with her program "9 Naughty Nights", the roadblocks, and discoveries and how our relationship with pleasure changes through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. We cover: My personal experiences with her program  Why vibrators aren't always the answer A surprising approach to help men re-sensitize their genitals and become more connected lovers Simple daily practices for women with caregiving overload  What are the best ways to cultivate intimacy   Dr. Saida Désilets holds a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology, blending mind–body–spirit healing with conscious sexuality. She is a body-philosopher, speaker, writer, and pioneer in the field of sexual sovereignty and embodied pleasure. She is a Tedx speaker, and her scientifically-proven work on sexual sovereignty globally impacts professionals and the public. She wrote a couple of books "Emergence of the Sensual Woman: Awakening Our Erotic Innocence" and "Desire".   PAST EPISODE: https://youtu.be/Et-I1Z6T4GM?si=p59zABEsl1M2QuEl Embodied Love University - a comprehensive, educational platform for relationship, sex and intimacy.  Awaken The Sensual Woman - 6 Part Immersive Program for women who desire to transform pain & numbness while enhancing pleasure 10% off with code ZORA  Self-Love Meditation (a gift for the listeners) https://dareyourdesire.com/self-love-meditation/   Contact Saida Desilets: Website: https://dareyourdesire.com/ Email: care@embodiedlove.love 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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   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   

Ever wondered how women like Kris Jenner seem to age in reverse – and what's really going on behind those flawless "facelifts"? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Carolyn Chang, one of San Francisco's top plastic surgeons, to break down what's fact, what's finesse, and what's just good timing.  From menopause to maintenance, Dr. Chang pulls back the curtain on how aging really works, and why starting earlier might actually be the key to aging gracefully. If you've ever debated a little "tweak" or simply want to understand the science of facial rejuvenation, this one's for you. In this episode, we cover:  Kris Jenner's latest facelift  - what was really done (and why it worked). Why early intervention can lead to more natural, lasting results. How genetics, lifestyle, and maintenance all shape how we age. The powerful role of estrogen and menopause in facial aging. Top non-surgical treatments to refresh skin texture, tone, and elasticity. What to know before going under the knife and how AI and robotics are shaping the future of aesthetic surgery. Dr. Carolyn Chang is a board-certified aesthetic plastic surgeon based in San Francisco and is known as one of the nation's leading experts in natural-looking facial rejuvenation, including the deep plane facelift, complex breast surgery, and body contouring tailored to post-menopausal and post-pregnancy changes. Every year she makes it to Castle Connolly's Best Doctors list, and her work has been widely featured in the media. You probably already came across her work. Harper's Bazaar named her to its Hot List of the 24 Best Beauty Surgeons in the country, and W Magazine recognized her as a top surgeon for revisional work. She's been on shows like The Doctors, CNN, and National Geographic, and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, and The New Yorker.    CONTACT website: www.drcarolynchang.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/carolynchangmd Youtube: @carolynchangmd Facebook: @carolynchangmd TikTok: @carolynchangmd   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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   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   

Ever feel stuck in "fight or flight" mode no matter how much you meditate, sleep, or eat well? You're not alone, your vagus nerve might be the missing link. This powerful nerve connects your brain to nearly every organ in your body and influences everything from mood and inflammation to digestion and hormones. Today, I'm joined by "The Vagus Nerve Doc", a functional medicine expert Dr. Navaz Habib to decode the science of the vagus nerve and show you how to strengthen it naturally for better resilience, hormone balance, and longevity. In this episode we dive into:  What the vagus nerve really does and why it's key to your "rest and digest" response How chronic stress keeps your immune system stuck in inflammation mode The 4 types of stress that quietly sabotage vagus nerve function Why heart rate variability (HRV) is the ultimate measure of nervous system health The "VAGUS" protocol to optimize brain-body communication and lower inflammation How mindset, breath work, and nutrition support vagus nerve function during menopause Dr. Navaz Habib, aka "The Vagus Nerve Doc," is a best-selling author of 2 books - "Activate Your Vagus Nerve" and "Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve" and host of The Health Upgrade Podcast. After using functional medicine to overcome his own health challenges, Dr. Habib built Health Upgraded, an online health program implementing his VAGUS protocol, to guide parents and professionals to enhance their health by unlocking the healing power of the Vagus nerve to reduce the effects of stress and inflammation.   CONTACT Instagram: https://instagram.comm/drnavazhabib  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNavazHabib1  Website: www.healthupgraded.com 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. 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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠     

Is it possible to make sense of all the conflicting advice on hormones in midlife? In this second part of our Ask Us Anything series, my meno bestie Karen Martel and I sit down to tackle your biggest questions about hormone health, menopause, and beyond. Karen is a Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, and host of The Hormone Solution Podcast. She's also walking through the menopause transition herself, which makes her perspective both expert and personal. Together, we dive deep into what the labs really mean, how to use hormones wisely, and what else women can do to protect their bones, brains, and hearts. We cover: How to interpret hormone test results like FSH and estradiol (and why "optimal" matters more than "normal") The role of sauna use in detoxification and hormone health (plus our personal routines) Why progesterone is powerful for mood, sleep, and bone health, even without a uterus What to consider if you're starting HRT later in life Strategies to support bone health beyond just HRT, and why DEXA scans don't tell the whole story The importance of personalizing your approach with a trusted provider   RECOMMENDED EPISODES Sauna Use In Menopause: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/160-traditional-saunas-vs-infrared-saunas-for-menopause/id1531105768?i=1000626673903 Birth Control Truths In Menopause: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harmful-effects-of-the-birth-control-pill/id1438772276?i=1000434176120  DUTCH Test Deep Dive: https://youtu.be/O_1Lp4bST5k?si=pctt57mfxdXD7bUR Weight Gain and HRT: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/217-estrogen-weight-gain-myth-or-truth-rowan-sanderson/id1531105768?i=1000665860209 HRT For Women 60+: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/starting-hrt-more-than-10-years-after-menopause-what/id1438772276?i=1000721295236 Progesterone Sensitivity: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/progesterone-hrt-sensitivity-pmdd-when-the-chill-pill/id1788570953?i=1000725275936   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. 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 Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off  Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠     

Is perimenopause depression real? Yes, and it's finally being talked about. In today's episode, I sit down with journalist and TV presenter turned author, Shelly Horton, who shares her deeply personal journey through perimenopause, depression, and the turning points that helped her reclaim her life. Her honesty, humor, and fierce advocacy will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to take action for your own health. We cover: How Shelly pivoted from being a well-known TV presenter to writing her new book I'm Your Peri-Godmother Why she never connected depression to menopause until it nearly cost her everything The one thing that probably saved her life (and could save yours too) Her personal strategies to overcome depression and live her best life today The role of support and HRT in her recovery Her campaign in Australian Parliament for GP education, workplace policies, and affordable HRT access What she wants every woman to know if you're struggling through perimenopause or menopause Shelly Horton is an Australian journalist, TV presenter, and women's health advocate whose career spans ABC, Channel Seven, and Channel Nine. Her own perimenopause journey sparked her mission to smash the stigma around menopause and inspired her bestselling book I'm Your Peri-Godmother: A Happily-Ever-After Guide to Kicking Perimenopause in the Ovaries. The book sold out on Amazon day one, and hit number one in the menopause category for four weeks. Shelly also co-founded Don't Sweat It – Peri & Menopause, a workplace training company helping organizations better support women through the menopause transition. Beyond advocacy, she runs ShellShocked Media, where she teaches leaders and entrepreneurs how to own the stage, show up on social media, and speak with impact.   Book: https://geni.us/ImYourPeriGodmother  Audible: https://shorturl.at/z73IY  Free peri resources: https://shellshockedmedia.com/im-your-peri-godmother/   Contact Shelly Horton Website: https://shellshockedmedia.com Website: https://dontsweatit.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyhorton1/ Instagram Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shellyhortonjournalist/ 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. 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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   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   

Is your metabolism stuck in perimenopause? If you're feeling sluggish, moody, or like your body just isn't responding the way it used to, you're not alone. In this episode, I sit down again with one of my favorite girlfriends in this space, Dr. Mariza Snyder, to talk about five ways you can reset your perimenopausal (and postmenopausal) self so you can move through this phase with power and grace. Mariza always brings the fun, the science, and the real-life perspective, because she's not just a doctor, she's also navigating menopause herself…with a 5-year-old at home! (Hero status.) We cover: Why mindset, movement, nutrition, and yes…snacks…play such a big role in your metabolic reset Simple sleep hacks that actually work (and don't involve giving up everything you love) The real kind of self-care that matters in midlife (hint: it's not just an Epsom salt bath) The six most important labs every woman should get in midlife to reclaim her energy and protect her metabolic health The messy, funny, very real side of balancing it all: motherhood, menopause, and your own health  Dr. Mariza Snyder is a powerhouse advocate for midlife women, leveraging 17+ years as a practitioner, author, and speaker to spark a massive movement for women in perimenopause and beyond. With her top-rated Energized with Dr. Mariza podcast (13 million downloads) and a passionate social media audience of over 400K and 8 million monthly views, she's a trusted guide—offering science-backed solutions for perimenopause, and metabolic health.   Her upcoming book, The Perimenopause Revolution (October 2025), is the ultimate resource for women ready to take charge of their health and embrace perimenopause with resilience and confidence.   Book: The Perimenopause Revolution https://peri-revolution.com/ Contact Dr. Mariza Snyder Website: drmariza.com Email support@drmariza.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder X: https://x.com/drmariza Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariza/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/drmarizasnyder   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. 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 ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingwomen50 Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠