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26:26 · Episode
HRT: Weigh the Risks
Lara sits down with Abida Dhukai, a nurse practitioner at Science & Humans, to discuss what Hormone Replacement Therapy does for women in menopause — how it works, and the risks. Visit scienceandhumans.com · code THESOMELIFExSH for 25% off.
41:55 · Episode
Emily Wagner: Menopause in Hollywood
Emily Wagner of Micropause on the shame surrounding menopause in Hollywood, the difficulty of finding natural treatment, and the world of natural supplementation for brain fog. Plus — drinks with George Clooney. Find Emily at takemicropause.com.
32:21 · Episode
Innovation in Menopause with Liz Gazda
Elizabeth Gazda of Embr Labs on innovation in menopause — the market for non-hormonal support, the Embr Wave wearable tech that stops hot flashes in their tracks, and what it’s like to be a CEO in this industry. Code Pillow50 for $50 off orders over $199 at embrlabs.com.
40:48 · Episode
Navigating Menopause in the Corporate World
A deep dive into the often-overlooked topic of menopause in the workplace — from economic impact to personal experience. Why corporations need to support women, and how one woman’s journey led her to create products empowering women through menopause. Find Julie on Instagram @mymenowell.
31:16 · Episode
911: Heart Disease in Menopause
This episode could save your life. Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, cardiologist and CEO of MyAdesso, on the heart-health crisis women face in menopause — the impact of decreasing estrogen on the cardiovascular system, and why heart-disease symptoms are often overlooked in women.
34:23 · Episode
Menopause Weight Gain: Why It Happens and How To Avoid It
Lara and Kim Hynes (certified nutritionist and midlife coach) explore the relationship between menopause, emotional eating, and weight management. Intuitive eating, hormone balance, and emotional regulation. Find Kim on Instagram @kimhyneshealth.
35:19 · Episode
The Secrets to Feeling Your Best in Midlife
Megan Dahlman, the Menopause Fitness Guru, on her 17-year career as a professional trainer specializing in women over 40. Why women dismiss pain as a normal part of aging, and pragmatic advice to reclaim vitality. Find Megan on Instagram @megandahlman.
30:09 · Episode
The New Menopause with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Board-certified OBGYN, Certified Menopause Specialist, and author of The New Menopause. Dr. Haver is rewriting the narrative around menopause for her 3M+ social following. The difference between perimenopause and menopause, treatment options, and finding quality healthcare providers.