The online world has exploded with promises, gimmicks, and pricey "miracle" fixes for all things related to health (especially for perimenopause and menopause). In this myth-busting episode, co-hosts Shawna Kaminski and Alli Kerr welcome back a fan favorite—Dr. Stuart Phillips, world-renowned exercise physiologist, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair recipient, and one of the most respected voices in exercise and nutrition science. If you loved his insights in Episode 51, get ready for a deeper, sharper, more candid conversation this time around.

Together, we dive into the whirlwind season often called "adult puberty"—perimenopause and menopause. It's a time when our bodies and brains shift in ways that can feel confusing, frustrating, and even isolating. Dr. Phillips helps us separate the noise from the actually useful, shining a light on what research truly supports… and what it doesn't.

We unpack:
💬 Why so many social media claims miss (or misuse) the science
💬 The truth behind phrases like "you must lift heavy"—and why all forms of strength training offer meaningful benefits
💬 His simple, science-based rules for judging supplements, including why some are worth consideration and many aren't
💬 Why creatine—a 40-year-old, heavily researched supplement—continues to stand the test of time
💬 How muscle and bone loss are inevitable with aging… and why they likely begin earlier than most women realize
💬 The most important actions women can take now to protect and build strength for the decades ahead

This episode is a grounding, clarifying guide for every woman navigating midlife changes and seeking trustworthy, research-driven advice. Dr. Phillips brings the science; Shawna and Alli bring the candid conversation and real-life context.

Whether you're struggling through symptoms, overwhelmed by online "experts," or simply wanting to age stronger and smarter—this is a must-listen.

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Dr. Stuart Phillips is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and a member of the School of Medicine at McMaster University. He is a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health. 

General

Lab: https://goo.gl/k4x9Xv

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=VLu9hqgAAAAJ&hl=en

Web of Science: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/B-2343-2009

University sites

https://bit.ly/SPhillipsKin

https://experts.mcmaster.ca/display/phillis

Socials

Twitter, Instagram, TikTok: @mackinprof

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SMPPh.D/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartphillipsmcmaster/

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