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Whether you are in the midst of midlife or you want to prevent the physical and mental signs of aging that occur in midlife, this is the podcast for you! It is my passion for men and women to know that studied and safe ways to harness that elusive fountain of youth do exist. Aging is so much more than a number and encompasses, not only how we look, but also our energy level, and how long we can put off chronic disease and declining quality of life. In this podcast, we will explore many facets of aging and incorporate my experience in aesthetic medicine, preventative medicine, functional medicine and family medicine.
All of us should take an active role in how we age from an early age.
The length of time in our lives that we feel really good in terms of energy, aches and pains, and thought clarity has a definite impact on the mark we can leave on this world. My wish for my listeners is to always be mistaken for being fifty something (OR LESS) in mind, action, and appearance!
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Ready to retire your bathroom scale and measure what actually moves your health? We kick off season two by redefining midlife vitality through one powerful lens: body composition. Instead of chasing a shrinking number, we focus on growing what protects you—lean muscle—and reducing what harms you—visceral fat. Along the way, we explain why BMI mislabels strong bodies, how to track fat and muscle accurately, and the daily habits that add more good years to your life. We share real-world outcom...
Forget everything you thought you knew about hormone replacement. Optimizing your hormones isn't just about managing hot flashes – it affects every system in your body and profoundly impacts how you age, regardless of whether you're already in menopause or andropause. This eye-opening conversation challenges the conventional "aging gracefully" narrative by revealing how hormonal decline affects every aspect of your health. Did you know that losing testosterone, not just estradiol, is primari...
Sleep is your health foundation, but how many of us truly get restorative rest? Your answer reveals not just your current wellbeing but potentially how long you'll live. Research suggests good sleep habits could add nearly 5 years to a man's life and 2.4 years to a woman's. If you're experiencing middle-of-night awakenings, racing thoughts, or recurring dreams about failing school, your hormones might be the culprit—not your mattress, temperature, or partner's breathing. For women, the decli...
Testosterone might be your body's most underrated secret weapon. As a 51-year-old physician, I discovered my own testosterone level was a mere 11 – nowhere near the optimal 150-250 range women typically enjoy in their 20s. That revelation changed everything about how I approach aging and women's health. Most women have no idea that their testosterone levels begin declining in their early 30s, reaching their lowest around menopause and remaining there without intervention. This gradual declin...
Ever wondered why you still feel exhausted, foggy, and can't lose weight even after your doctor says your thyroid is "normal"? The answer might lie in a critical hormone that most healthcare providers never check. T3 (Triiodothyronine) is the powerhouse thyroid hormone that controls everything from your metabolism to your memory. While medical schools have traditionally taught doctors to check only TSH and occasionally T4 levels, these tests miss the complete picture. Even more shocking, the...
The FDA has quietly made one of the biggest medical reversals of the century that affects millions of American men. After 11 years of misleading warnings, the FDA has finally acknowledged that testosterone replacement therapy does NOT increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes. This monumental shift removes the ominous black box warning that has prevented countless men from addressing declining testosterone levels. What changed? The Traverse Trial, published in the New England Journal of ...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a widely misunderstood hormonal disorder affecting an astounding number of women, with many never receiving proper diagnosis despite experiencing symptoms like irregular cycles, weight issues, and insulin resistance. • Dr. Norris likes to describe PCOS as "progesterone deficiency causing oodles of side effects" • Only 50% of women with PCOS have visible cysts on ultrasound • PCOS increases breast cancer risk 3x and uterine cancer risk 5x due to pro...
Ever wondered why some days you just don't feel like yourself anymore? Those mysterious symptoms you've been attributing to "just getting older" might actually be completely treatable hormone deficiencies. After 80 hours of specialized training, I discovered that I had been suffering unnecessarily for 15 years—and I don't want the same thing to happen to you. Hormone optimization represents one of the most powerful yet underutilized tools in preventative medicine. This episode dives deep int...
Hormones—our body's natural chemical messengers—create a symphony that controls everything from well-being and energy to reproduction and aging. But what happens when misinformation and confirmation bias affect how we approach hormone replacement? In this deep dive, we unravel the complex world of hormone therapy, starting with debunking the flawed Women's Health Initiative study that wrongfully scared millions away from hormone replacement for over two decades. I walk you through the crucia...
Are you ready to take charge of your health and redefine your aging narrative? Join me in this episode as I unveil the driving force behind my podcast, Dr. 50-something. Growing up on a farm, I witnessed the strength and struggles of my parents as they faced various health challenges. Their experiences ignited my passion for preventative medicine—a field often overlooked yet crucial in maintaining vitality as we age. Throughout this episode, I delve into my journey from family medicine to ae...
What if you could turn back the clock on aging without the need for invasive procedures? Discover how my journey as a Midwest farmer's daughter turned family physician led me to transform my approach to health and aesthetics. Join me, Dr. Norris, as I kick off the Dr. 50-something podcast, sharing insights from my personal experiences with perimenopausal symptoms and undiagnosed PCOS. My quest to look and feel younger led me to explore the powerful combination of aesthetic procedures and bioi...
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