June 29, 2025

What You NEED to Know About Menopause!

What You NEED to Know About Menopause!

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked aspects of menopause, shedding light on how women can not only survive, but thrive through perimenopause and beyond. Our expert guests discuss the latest hormone-related treatments, the mental and physical effects of menopause, and how to optimize health during this transitional stage. 


What to Expect in this episode: 

  • How hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause affect mood, anxiety, and depression.
  • Learn about the benefits of testosterone for intimacy, vitality, and overall wellness.
  • Proactive tips for preventing osteoporosis and maintaining bone strength after menopause.
  • Expert advice on dealing with brain fog, anxiety, and mood changes, with actionable solutions.
  • Navigating menopause after cancer treatment and understanding your treatment options.


Whether you’re struggling with mental health, dealing with physical changes, or seeking practical solutions to thrive, this episode is packed with expert advice and real-life strategies that will empower you to live your best life through menopause and beyond.


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00:00:49 - Depression and Anxiety in Menopause

00:01:32 - Menopause Impact on Work

00:03:54 - Future of Menopause Education

00:05:51 - Common Menopause Misconceptions

00:06:56 - Testosterone’s Role in Menopause

00:10:32 - Vaginal Estrogen for Menopause

00:13:11 - Evolutionary Perspective on Menopause

00:15:10 - Preventing Frailty in Menopause

00:17:31 - Naturalistic Fallacy and Menopause

00:22:32 - Testosterone and Men’s Health

00:24:16 - Debunking Testosterone Myths

00:27:33 - Importance of Menopause Appointments

00:29:05 - Body Recomposition in Menopause

00:30:17 - Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Menopause

00:34:37 - Using Weighted Vests for Fitness

00:35:05 - Bone Density and Osteoporosis

00:39:37 - Osteoporosis and HRT Treatment

00:42:14 - Supplements for Bone Health

00:45:26 - Breast Cancer and HRT

01:00:27 - Menopause Support Systems


What to expect during menopause

Hormone therapy for menopause

Testosterone therapy for women

Perimenopause symptoms

Menopause and anxiety

Bone health during menopause

Menopause after cancer

Brain fog and menopause

Sleep hygiene tips for menopause

Surviving menopause

Menopause mental health tips

Menopause symptoms guide

Postmenopausal health

Osteoporosis prevention

Women’s health post menopause

What to expect after 50