Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade
Hosted by gerontologist and biohacker Zora Benhamou, this podcast explores ways to optimize and upgrade the experience of peri- and post-menopause. Featuring expert guests from around the world, episodes cover topics like hormones, longevity, and practical biohacking strategies. The show aims to cut through the noise and empower women to make this life stage smoother and more positive.
Episodes
The Vitamin K Mistake in Bone Supplements: What Works Better - Dr. John Neustadt
Was your bone scan called normal, so you figured you were protected? Did your doctor just tell you to take calcium, but you know your bones need more than that? We cover: Why your bone density score might be lying to you, and what actually predicts a fracture The part of your bone that's stronger than steel, and why calcium alone won't cut it Dairy for bones: friend or foe for women in midli
Sex After 40: Three Girlfriends Get Brutally Honest - Karen Martel & Dr. Fiona Lovely - Part 3
Do you feel that you're the only one of your friends who seems to struggle with libido? Or maybe all your friends have put intimacy on the table, and wonder if anyone out there going through this transition is getting any real pleasure with their partners? We cover: Why low libido is almost never just about low testosterone How stress, shame and past experiences shape desire The "am I broken
Realistically Resetting Meno Metabolism: Blood Sugar and Menopause Weight Gain - Craig Burton
Ever notice you're eating the same way you always have, but suddenly the weight is settling around your middle and just won't budge? Or have you and your partner eaten the exact same meal, and somehow you're the one who feels wrecked afterward? We cover: Why you can't eat the same things you used to without paying a price The house-on-fire analogy that finally makes blood sugar make sense Wh
HRT Gone Wrong: What Happens Without Proper Testing - Karen Martel & Dr. Fiona Lovely - Part 2
Are you confused about testing during perimenopause? Some say you need to, others say it's a waste of money and time? We cover: The real debate: test your hormones, or go by symptoms alone? How to understand thyroid, cortisol, DHEA and hormone symptoms What actually goes wrong when HRT starts without a proper assessment The follow-up step so many women never get, and why it matters How
To Be An Active Grandparent, You Must Do This Now - Kristen Coffield
Have you ever thought about what kind of grandparent you want to be, and realized that if things don't change now, your body might not be able to keep up when the time actually comes? Or are you already a grandparent and finding that you want to be so much more present and involved but nobody ever told you how to actually prepare for that role? We cover: The active grandparent hypothesis from Ha
Osteopenia in Your 40s: What Your Bone Scan Missed - Karen Martel & Dr. Fiona Lovely - Part 1
Did a bone scan come back with the word osteopenia, and your first thought was, wait, I'm way too young for this? Have you been told your bones are fine, but have no idea what this bone scan is all about? We cover: Why bone loss can start way earlier than almost anyone warns you about The scan most doctors order, and what it can quietly miss about your real bone strength Bone density versus
The Pill vs HRT for Perimenopause Symptoms: What You Didn't Know - Dr. Carrie Jones
Did your doctor give you the birth control pill for your perimenopause symptoms and you have some doubts if this is the right approach? Are you wondering what you, or your daughter, really need to know before saying yes to the pill or an IUD? We cover: Why doctors still reach for the birth control pill in your 40s instead of menopause therapy What's actually inside birth control versus menopau
The 5 Numbers That Predict Your Heart Health Better Than LDL - Dr. Philip Ovadia
Are you chasing a perfect cholesterol number but still not sure if you're actually protected from a heart attack? Have you heard that half the people who have a heart attack actually have normal cholesterol? We cover: The one risk factor with a 600% increased risk of heart disease in women (hint: it's not cholesterol, and most doctors never test for it) Why half the people who show up with hea
Gut Researcher Busts Gluten Myths and the Real Cause of Menopause Bloating - Jess Biesiekierskie, PhD
Have you been struggling with gut issues for years, or suddenly have bloating, weird pain or digestive problems now that menopause is here? Are you one of those who cut out gluten hoping for relief, only to feel just as lousy (or worse)? We cover: Why your gut goes a little haywire in menopause, and why it has nothing to do with "just getting older" The gluten truth that made me rethink everyt
A CGM for Your Hormones: Daily Testing That Ends the Perimenopause Guessing Game - Rosemary MacKenzie
Have you ever asked your doctor to test your hormones, and were told there's no point because you're in perimenopause? Or maybe you started an estrogen patch, felt amazing for a week, and then suddenly felt worse and had no idea why? We cover: Why one blood test can show two completely opposite results in the same cycle (and why doctors stopped testing altogether) The overlooked hormone that c
Birth Control, Pellets, and Breast Screening When on HRT - Zora Benhamou
Are you confused about taking the pill for menopause? Are you wondering why no one talks about pellets? And have you thought that if HRT is so breast protective, why do we need mammograms anymore? We cover: Whether the pill or HRT is the smarter move when you're still cycling How the pill disguises menopause Why no one is talking about pellets Are mammograms necessary if you are on HRT?
Biohacking Autism and Caregiver Burnout: When Staying Healthy Isn't Optional - Nadia Elkhatib
Are you a mom who has put her own health on the back burner because someone else needs you more? Or maybe you're caring for a child with autism or an aging parent and have no idea where to even begin when it comes to your own wellbeing? We cover: What 21 years of caring for a child with autism actually taught one mom about the human body Why caregivers are silently aging faster and what to do
Stop Supplementing, Start Replenishing: Minerals in Menopause - Caroline Alan
Are you taking your supplements, eating well, maybe even on HRT, but you're still exhausted, still not sleeping, still dealing with brain fog and hair loss? Did you know that if you are taking calcium supplements for your bones, this could actually backfire and deplete your bones of minerals? We cover: Why taking more calcium can actually lower how much your body absorbs The surprising link b
Landmark Study Shows This Food Alone Cuts Hip Fractures 46% - Sandra Iuliano
Are you worried about your bone health but can't seem to get enough exercise in? Or maybe you have a parent or loved one in their 80s who you're watching lose strength and you feel completely helpless? Here's what you can do. We cover: The landmark study that reduced hip fractures by 46% using just three everyday foods Why calcium supplements alone are missing a critical piece of the puzzle
Progesterone After Menopause: How to Take It, and If You Even Need It - Zora Benhamou
Did you start taking progesterone and now confused if you are supposed to take it every day or only for two weeks? Or maybe you don't have a uterus anymore, and you keep going back and forth on whether you should take it anyway or just leave it? You heard there are both risks and benefits and not sure what to do? We cover: How to take progesterone if you're cycling What to do when progesterone
Reverse Bone Loss With This Exercise In Just 2 Minutes Per Day - Tracey Clissold, PhD
Are you overwhelmed by all the things you need to do to make your bones stronger? Doing the right kind of exercise, eating more protein, getting your vitamins and minerals, hormones, sleep…how are you supposed to fit it all in? Would you like to know how…in just 3 minutes a day? We cover: Why the exercises you think are building bone probably aren't The one type of movement that can grow bone
When ADHD and Menopause Collide: How To Keep It Together - Dr. Jolene Brighten
Do you have ADHD, or think you have ADHD and you're really having a hard time withthis menopause thing? You seemed to have managed just fine, until perimenopause came along and wondering if this is your brains new normal? Have you been struggling with brain fog, emotional overwhelm, and feeling like you just can't keep it together, and wondering if it's menopause or something more? We cover: Why
Hives, Heart Palpitations and Histamine: Menopause, MCAS or Something Else? - Natalie Jill
Do you get random itching, your heart races after you eat, or you get hives out of nowhere and have no idea why? Have you been told it's just stress or anxiety, but deep down you know something else is going on? We cover: What histamine actually is and why so many midlife women are dealing with it without even knowing it How perimenopause and menopause can slowly ramp up your histamine respons
HRT Quick Start: The Instructions Your Doctor Forgot - Zora Benhamou
Did your doctor hand you a prescription for hormones for menopause with like zero instructions on how to actually use it? Are you standing in your bathroom now wondering where the patch goes, how much gel is a "pump," or whether you're even doing this right? We cover: The one thing to set up with your doctor NOW so you're never stuck waiting 3 months for a simple answer Patch, gel, spray or cr
Your Brain Is Creating Your Pain, and Here Is How to Stop It - Ashleigh Di Lello
Have you tried every physical treatment for your chronic pain, the injections, the therapies, the supplements, and still can't figure out why your body won't fully heal? Or are you doing all the right things for your nervous system but still feel like you're just managing symptoms instead of actually getting better? We cover: Why the brain is the actual creator of pain, and what that means for
Can A Test Predict Menopause? How To Track Hormones In Perimenopause - Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Can we actually predict when we go into menopause? Is there any kind of test we can use to see how far or close we are to our final menstrual period? Should we be testing anything at all? We cover: How long does perimenopause last and what's actually happening in each phase of that transition The new testing technology that tracks your hormones over time instead of just giving you one snapsho
Libido Doc Says Low Sex Drive Is A Health Signal: What It's Telling You In Menopause - Dr. Diane Mueller
Do you feel like sex is the last thing on your mind and you can totally live the rest of your life without it? But maybe your partner couldn't and you're not sure how to navigate this conundrum. We cover: Why low libido is a health signal, not just a normal part of aging The surprising reason women need arousal before desire (and why that's actually a superpower) What oxytocin from orgasm do
Lifespan, Healthspan, and Peakspan: What You Do in Menopause Shapes the Next 40 Years - Zora Benhamou
Have you ever thought about what your life will actually feel like at 80, not just how long you'll live, but how well? Or do you avoid thinking about aging altogether because honestly, it kind of terrifies you? We cover: The difference between lifespan, healthspan, and peakspan, and why most of us are spending decades in the gap between them What a landmark paper says about when our bodies act
World's Leading Osteoarthritis Researcher Reveals THE Best OA Treatment - Kim Bennel
Are you living with joint pain and wondering if exercise is actually making it worse? Or maybe you've been told you have osteoarthritis and you're not sure what to try, what to skip, and what's just really expensive hope in a syringe? We cover: Why osteoarthritis is not a wear and tear disease anymore How the loss of estrogen at menopause drives joint pain in ways most doctors don't fully add
Why Your Bone Density Score Is Not Protecting You From Fractures - Dr. John Neustadt
Have you ever watched your bone density number go up on a DEXA scan and felt relieved, only to wonder why nobody is talking about whether that number actually means you won't fracture? Or are you quietly noticing that getting up from a chair, climbing stairs, or just walking feels a little different than it used to? We cover: Why your DEXA scan score tells less than half the story, and what pr
Is Your Dental Work Blocking Your Hormone Health? Biologic Dentistry 3.0 - Dr. Dom Nischwitz
Have you heard of Biodentistry 3.0? Its not biological dentistry…that's old school. This is something deeper. And Dr. Dom Nischwitz explains it all and he shares why the root cause of some of inflammation, brain fog and just overall dysfunction sometimes starts in the mouth. We cover: Why your mouth is the entrance to your entire body, and what's hiding in there that could be blocking your heal
Non-Hormonal Menopause Options That Actually Work - Zora Benhamou
Are you trying to get through menopause without HRT and feeling like every conversation in this space leaves you out? Whether or not you're taking hormones for menopause, this is a conversation for you. We cover: The non-hormonal options that have real evidence behind them, not just anecdote Which diet and lifestyle practices can genuinely move the needle on symptoms Why HRT alone won't sav
Stop Fearing Your Bones: What an Orthopedic Surgeon Wants You to Know - Dr. Jocelyn Whittstein
Did you know after menopause, many women lose around 1% to 2% of bone density per year for several years, and some lose more? And it accelerates during the menopause transition, with the fastest loss typically beginning around a year before that final menstrual period. Most women don't find out until they already have an osteopenia or osteoporosis diagnosis.. Or maybe you've been told your bones
What Are Ketones? Helpful Or Harmful For Menopause? - Courtney Van Bussum
Have you heard of ketones, but not really sure what it means? Do we make them ourselves or do we take them as a supplement? And wonder if this is just another wellness trend? We cover: Why your brain energy drops in perimenopause even before your period stops, and what estrogen has to do with it What ketones actually are and why they're so much more than just a fasting byproduct How to get t
Advanced Biohacks For Better Connection With Your Lover - Susan Bratton
We cover: Why is our "bonding hormone" and why so many of us are unknowingly depleted of it The real reason female desire is responsive, not spontaneous, like a man's What's actually happening inside the body during arousal and the tools that can help A mood and libido stack that goes beyond testosterone and why it works differently for women Simple relationship practices that build real connectio
Why Your HRT Isn't Working (And What to Actually Do About It) - Zora Benhamou
Are you just starting your hormone therapy for menopause and completely lost on why it's not working, why you feel worse or your friend is taking it differently than you and you don't know why? We cover: Why progesterone isn't one-size-fits-all, and what to do when it stops working for you The best options when you can't tolerate progesterone How to actually read your symptoms to figure out
The Studies on Hormones and Breast Cancer That Nobody Talks About - Dr Lindsey Berkson
Have you had breast cancer and been told you can never, ever touch hormones again? Or are you going through menopause with zero options because your doctor is too scared to even have the conversation? We cover: Why the science on estrogen and breast cancer has been misrepresented, and what the real data actually shows How testosterone could be the most protective hormone for women with or aft
How to Neutralize EMFs Without Going Off the Grid Or Making Yourself Crazy - Todd Shipman
Are you worried about EMFs, you know those frequencies that fly out from your phone, computer and 5g? Maybe you feel like you're getting it from everywhere anyway, so why even bother? Or maybe you've heard the term "quantum energy" and written it off as total woo? Then this episode is for you We cover: What EMFs are and what they are doing inside your body…without fear mongering Why your men
Leading Cardiologist Shares The Cholesterol Myth That Could Be Misleading Your Heart Risk - Dr Abid Husain
Are you lean, exercising and eating right, but yet, your cholesterol shows a different story? Maybe it's super high and you cant explain why? So, high cholesterol may not always be a problem… and we actually may be over-treating numbers and missing what what actually drive heart disease. We cover: Why high LDL doesn't always mean high risk The real role of statins vs newer medications and if
What A Gerontologist Does At 55 To Protect Her 80 Year Old Self - Zora Benhamou
Have you ever thought about what your life will actually look like at 80? Did you ever think that the decisions you make today predict the trajectory of the next 30 years? We cover: How I design my plan for the future The daily non-negotiables that build strength, brain, and resilience over decades What I actually eat, how I move, and what I've stopped doing My non-negotiables for my longe
Can You Reverse Bone Loss? Researcher Shares The Impact Of Exercise - Dr Belinda Beck
Do you have osteoporosis or osteopenia and have been told to "be careful," avoid impact, and not lift heavy because your bones are fragile… but something about that advice doesn't sit right? We cover: What really happens to your bones in menopause, and why bone loss accelerates fast Why most exercise doesn't build bone, and what actually does The truth about DEXA scans, and what your score
Menopause Medical Gaslighting, How to Finally Be Heard - Dr. Efrat Lamandre
Have you've ever been told your labs are normal, but you still feel like garbage…or you've walked out of a doctor's office feeling dismissed, confused, or totally unheard…then this episode is for you. We cover: Why medical gaslighting happens more often in menopause The hidden limitation in conventional medical training What "normal labs" actually mean (and don't mean) How to build the r
Are You Treating Your Thyroid All Wrong? What Your Doctor Is Missing. - Dr Amie Hornaman
What if your thyroid labs are "normal"… but you still feel exhausted, stuck, and gaining weight? And what if the real problem isn't your hormones… but how your thyroid is being tested and treated? We cover: Why most thyroid diagnoses miss the real problem The dangerous gap between "normal" and "optimal" labs The surprising truth about GLP-1s and thyroid health Why one popular thyroid medic
Do This Before 9AM To Protect And Keep Your Brain Sharp As You Age - Zora Benhamou
Are you worried about your brain and know it's not dementia, but you know that it starts decades earlier, and want to do something to protect your brain now…not later? We cover: The most powerful brain-supporting habits you're probably skipping that are free Which habits to stack and get done within an hour of waking What you're eating, or not eating, at breakfast that may be affecting your
Menopause Weight Gain: 17 Causes And A Smarter Way To Approach It - Andrea Donsky
Are you doing all the "right" things… eating well, exercising, maybe even taking supplements, but still gaining weight or not feeling like yourself? We cover: Why midlife weight gain is can be due to 17 different reasons The surprising number of menopause symptoms most women are never warned about The 4 foundational supplements that can support your brain, bones, and metabolism How your mi
Why Your Diet And Vitamins Stop Working In Perimenopause- Julie Sawaya
Did you know that 95% of women are nutrient deficient? Meaning she isn't getting the nutrients she needs into her body for normal function…even if she is eating all the fruit and vegetables. We cover: Why 95% of women are nutrient depleted, even the ones "doing everything right" The hidden life stages that silently drain your body of key nutrients, and why most women have no idea it's happen
Menopause Gut Shift: How to Fix Bloating & Digestive Chaos - Cynthia Thurlow
Are your bloating, new food sensitivities, and stubborn weight gain really about hormones or just getting older… or is your gut the hidden driver? And what if the key to a smoother menopause transition isn't another supplement, but rebuilding your gut foundation from the inside out? We cover: How estrogen and progesterone shifts disrupt the gut microbiome Which gut issues increase after 40 and
Tired and Overweight? Flip On The Metabolism-Mitochondria Switch - Siobhan Mitchell PhD
Are you doing everything right, eating well, exercising, sleeping, and still watching your belly grow and your energy disappear? Or maybe you've heard that menopause changes your metabolism, but nobody's actually explained what that means or what to do about it? Today I talk with Dr. Siobhan Mitchell, one of the leading researchers on mitochondria, metabolism, and women's health. We cover: Why l
To Test Or Not To Test in Perimenopause: What Actually Matters - Dr. Carrie Jones
Are your hormone labs confusing you more than helping you? And are you being told you blood work is normal, but you still feel like garbage? Then tune into hormone expert Dr. Carrie Jones who clears the confusion. We cover: How (and if) perimenopause should even be diagnosed The real differences between blood, saliva, urine, and at-home hormone testing The most underrated markers for health
Changes In Desire, Arousal & Intimacy No One Talks About - Dr. Michael Bader
Today we meet psychoanalyst Dr. Michael Bader who shares why we may need to move beyond hormones, lube, and libido hacks and into the hidden forces of guilt, shame, fantasy, and long-term intimacy that shape desire, often without us realizing it. We cover: What are the most common, and least discussed, desire blockers in midlife The surprising role "ruthlessness" plays in sexual pleasure and
Menopause Basics Explained, Hormones, Stages, and What No One Told You - Zora Benhamou
Do you feel like your body is changing, but no one ever explained why? You suspect perimenopause, but you're not sure, because you know nothing about it. We cover: Why most women are completely unprepared for menopause The key hormones driving your symptoms (and when they start declining) The real definition of menopause and when it happens The stages of perimenopause and what changes to
Leading Menopause Doctor Reveals What Your Doctor Isn't Measuring - Dr. Betty Murray
What if most of what we've been told about hormone therapy was based on the wrong population, the wrong hormones, and the wrong timing? And what if 75% of women on HRT today are either under-dosed or over-dosed… because no one is actually testing? We cover: Why the largest menopause study does not apply to healthy perimenopausal women The "test, don't guess" philosophy Which tests are best t
Why Most Health Hacks Fail In Midlife: Nervous System Reset - Becca Holland
Have you ever tried to get your sleep routine on, sort out your hormones, and curb your cravings… and felt like none of it sticks? What if the real issue isn't your discipline, your diet, or your willpower… but your nervous system? We cover: What is nervous system regulation and why it's the foundation in menopause How your nervous system acts like a "lens" that changes how you see the world,
Leading Cardiologist Shares The Tests That Matter Most in Midlife - Dr Abid Husain
Has your doctor told you your cholesterol is "too high" and it's time to take a statin, but you're other markers are squeaky clean, you're living a healthy diet and lifestyle, stress is under control, so you're a little skeptical why you're offered medication based on one number alone? We cover: Why atherosclerosis is a silent, decades-long process, and why symptoms often appear far too late H
Can You Build Bone in Your Sleep? Stress And Recovery For Better Bones - Zora Benhamou
Are you doing all the right things, lifting weights, eating well, taking supplements, even taking hormones… but still not seeing improvements in your bone health? Have you ever wondered if the hamster wheel you're living on - all the stress and the horrible sleep, and how that could be affecting your bones? We cover: How chronic stress and cortisol affect bone health Why type of sleep that's e
Did HRT Cause My Fibroids? Adenomyosis and the HRT–GLP-1 Connection - Esther Blum
Have you been told by your doctor that "your labs are normal" and everything is fine, but you still feel like garbage? And things are just not adding up. You're feeling dismissed, stressed and/or confused about what your body truly needs in perimenopause and menopause…then this episode is for you. We cover: Why menopause care is failing women, and how to stop medical gaslighting in its tracks
Midlife Female Pleasure: An Intimacy Expert Explains What Most Couples Miss - Susan Bratton
Have you ever wondered why your desire feels slower than your partner's…and started to question if something is wrong with you? Or maybe you love your partner deeply, but intimacy feels rushed, pressured, or just not as fun as it used to be…which may be years or decades ago? We Cover Why female arousal takes so long and why rushing intimacy often kills desire The biggest communication mistake
Beyond Hormones: The Deeper Causes of Menopause Symptoms - Sonya Jensen
Can you really balance your hormones…or do we need to do something deeper? And what if menopause isn't the breakdown of your body, but a wake-up call to heal patterns you've been carrying for decades? Maybe it isnt just menopause? We cover: Why hormones are often the effect, not the root cause How chronic stress depletes estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone Physiological vs supraphysiolo
Hormone Therapy and Bone Health in Menopause, What the Research Actually Shows - Zora Benhamou
Have you been told that hormone therapy protects your bones, but no one explained how or when it actually works? Or maybe you've heard the opposite, that HRT is risky and should only be used as a last resort? We cover: Why estrogen plays a critical role in bone remodeling What happens to bone density during menopause What the research shows about HRT and fracture risk Who may benefit mo
Is Ageism a Public Health Crisis? The Cultural Stress That Ages Women Faster - Paul Nash, PhD
Is menopause really about hormones… or is it exposing something much bigger about how our culture treats aging women? If you've ever felt invisible, dismissed, or suddenly just like "less relevant" as your body changed, then this episode is for you. We cover: Why menopause is a social transition, not just a hormonal event How internalized ageism can shorten lifespan and impact health outcomes
When You Haven't Had Pleasurable Sex In Years, Start Here - Dr. Saida Désilets and Aaron Michael
Are you looking to add some spice back into your love life? Have you been doing the same boring routines with your partner and just cant take it anymore? We cover: What the body and mind must feel before it can fully open to pleasure What shifts expose long-standing intimacy and communication gaps The "inhale push" breathing technique and how it increases sensation Where to get started
Exosome Skincare Red Flags: What Works and What's Marketing - Debbi Barber and Dr. Jordan Plews
Are your skincare products "kinda working"… but not really working like they used to? And what if the real issue isn't the ingredients, but your skin cells being too exhausted to respond? Then that would mean we need a different approach. If you're curious about stem cells and exosomes, and how to find them and use them, then this episode is for you. We Cover • What causes skin cells to become "ex
Three Essential Foods For Strong Bones And The Missing Piece - Zora Benhamou
Are you taking calcium but still unsure if it's actually helping your bones? Or maybe you're lifting weights now and wondering if you're even giving your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild? We cover: The three main nutrients that are foundational for bone structure and strength Why calcium alone is not enough to prevent bone loss The roles of vitamins and trace minerals and which ones y
Fat-Burning Foods: New Science Shows What to Eat For A Fast Metabolism - Dr. William Li
Do you think that your metabolism "just slows down with age," especially in menopause? Well then get ready to have your mind blown. Today I sit down with the incredible Dr. William Li, who is a world-renowned physician and researcher. We cover • Whether the "midlife metabolic crash" is myth or truth • The surprising reality of metabolism across your entire lifespan • What slows metabolism more… ag
Three New Workout Upgrades: Why Training Changes in Menopause - Brian Keane
BRIAN KEANE Have you noticed that what worked in your 20s and 30s suddenly doesn't work anymore, no matter how "perfectly" you eat or how many workouts you squeeze in? Then this episode with fitness and nutrition expert Brian Keane is for you. We cover: What's more important - training or nutrition? The 3 most important points you need in every workout What's the biggest lever that improves
Hypoglycemia in Menopause: Why "Doing Everything Right" Can Backfire For Weight Loss - Danielle Hamilton
Are you waking up in the middle of the night with your heart racing and your mind wide awake? Are you being told to fast, cut carbs, lift heavy or just "push through," but your body actually is getting worse instead of better? Today we unpack hypoglycemia in midlife women and how it's totally misunderstood. We cover: Why low blood sugar is often misunderstood, and why common advice can backfire
Walking Doesn't Build Strong Bones, A Gerontologist Says This Does - Zora Benhamou
Have you ever looked at your workout routine and thought, "I'm moving… but is this actually helping my bones?" Or maybe you're doing all the right things yet still told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis…and you're scared. We cover: Why walking alone isn't enough to build bone What force is needed to stimulate bone growth The best exercises for hips, spine, and wrists How to train safely
Hormone Tests That Matter For Menopause, And Which Don't - Dr. Amy B Killen
Have you heard about the DUTCH test or urine testing for hormones , but when you saw the price you were shocked? You hear that it's important, but not sure if it's worth the price and are looking for alternatives. Then this episode is for you. Today I'm sitting down with my biohacking buddie Dr Amy Killen, who is a leader in women's health, regenerative medicine and longevity, and just spent six m
Racial Differences in Menopause, Why Some Women Suffer Longer and What We're Missing - Jessica Shepherd
Are you doing "all the right things" for menopause but still feel like your body didn't get the memo? Have you ever wondered why some women suffer longer, harder, and with fewer answers during the menopause transition? Well, sometimes it's down to race and ethnicity. We cover: Why menopause symptoms last dramatically longer for some women, and what the SWAN Study reveals about race, ethnicity,
The Problem With Bone Screenings, The Panic & Untold Truths - Zora Benhamou
Have you ever been told you have osteopenia and immediately felt your stomach drop? Or maybe you've never even had a bone scan and you're thinking, 'I feel fine, so my bones must be fine… right?'" Today is the first episode in a 5 part bone health series, and we are going to start with screening, interpretation, and context, because bone health is one of the most misunderstood, and underestimated,
When Heavy Legs and Veins Are a Medical Signal, Not Just Aesthetics - Dr. David Rosen
Do your legs feel heavy, swollen, or achy by the end of the day? Have you been told spider veins, cramps, or restless legs are just part of aging or menopause? In this episode, vein specialist David Rosen explains what these symptoms can actually mean, when they signal a real medical issue, and how to know if you need to take action. We cover: What vein disease actually is and when to be concer
A Psychosexologist Exposes the Orgasm Myths Blocking Women's Pleasure - Dr. Leni Marseglia
Dr. Leni Marseglia is a psychologist, sexologist, Master in Psychology and Psychopathology of Sexuality. bestselling author, and podcast host of the Italian series Vengo Anch'Io. She is the founder and president of AISSFA - the International Association for Female Sexual Health and Anorgasmies. Her work focuses on the deep connection between sexual health and mental health, offering a holistic an
Psychoanalyst Explains Hidden Blocks and Meaning Of Weird Fantasies & Arousal In Midlife - Dr. Michael Bader
Today we meet psychoanalyst Dr. Michael Bader who uncovers the mental blocks that silently shut down arousal in midlife and the surprising psychological technique that can actually bring your spark, and your erotic groove, back online. We cover: · Why a
Truth Behind Menopause Influencers: What's Genuine vs Sponsored? - Zora Benhamou
Have you ever wondered how menopause podcasters and menopause influencers actually make money? And have you ever caught yourself questioning whether a product being promoted is genuine… or just paid for? We cover: What actually goes into running a menopause podcast The main ways menopause podcasters and influencers monetize How affiliate links and discount codes really work My personal rul
Midlife Back Pain Relief: What Actually Works and What's Just Hype - Megan Dahlman
Do you feel like pain is just part of getting older? Maybe your back aches after a long day, your knees crack when you squat, or you've been told to "just stretch more", but it doesn't help. Then this episode is for you. Today's guest is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist - Megan Dahlman, and she is here to flip that script. We Cover: The real reasons so many women experience pain in midlif
How To Choose A Breast Screening Method: To Mammogram Or Not? - Cynthia Thurlow
Cynthia Thurlow breaks down the conflicting information around mammograms, cancer risk and screening choices so women can make empowered, evidence-driven decisions about their breast health. We cover: If mammograms remain the gold standard for breast cancer screening The radiation reality and should we be concerned Is there really overscreening and overdiagnosing The limitations of alterna
Get Stronger With Less Strain and Risk: How To Choose The Right BFR For You - Dr. Susie Lachowski Glass
Dr. Susie Lachowski-Glass is a distinguished exercise physiologist and educator, currently serving as the Executive Director and Associate Professor in the Division of Health and Human Performance at American International College. She holds core faculty status in the Division of Physical Therapy and is widely recognized for her expertise in the KAATSU & Blood Flow Restriction (BFRT) Training moda
Is It Too Late for HRT? When to Start, When to Stop - Zora Benhamou
Is it really too late to start hormone therapy if you're over 60 or more than 10 years post-menopause, or is that one of the most misunderstood rules in women's health? If you've been told "no" based purely on age or timing and left feeling confused, dismissed, or scared, then this episode is for you. We Cover: When is it too late to start HRT What matters more than your age when deciding on h
Why Pleasure and Intimacy Fade in Menopause & What To Do About It - Dr. Maria Sophocles
Do you feel there's more and more emotional distance between you and your partner? Are you struggling to keep up with intimacy and romance and maybe even losing that connection you once had? Then this episode is for you. Today we meet OBGYN and sexual medicine specialist Dr. Maria Sophocles, who sheds light on what she calls "The Bedroom Gap." This gap describes the mismatch in desire, expectation
A Brain Scientist Uncovers Why Migraine Meds Backfire And A New Breakthrough- Dr. Elena Gross
Dr. Elena Gross is a neuroscientist, PhD in clinical research and most importantly - a former chronic migraineur. The lack of tolerable and efficacious treatment options for migraine led her to pursue a MSc in Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a PhD in Clinical Research at the University of Basel, with the goal of having a better understanding of this common and debilitating disease and
Advanced Biohacks For Hair Loss in Menopause - Dr. Alan Bauman
Is menopause making your hair fall out? You're not imagining it, and it's not just aging. In this episode, I'm joined by world-renowned hair restoration expert Dr. Alan Bauman, who has treated over 35,000 patients, performed 13,000 hair transplant procedures, and pioneered technologies like FUE, PRP, and needle-free hair restoration. Dr. Bauman explains what's really behind menopause hair loss, fr
2025 Menopause Year in Review: What Mattered, What Didn't, and What's Next - Zora Benhamou
In this solo episode, gerontologist Zora Benhamou reflects on what actually moved the needle this year, both in science and in her own body, practice, community and learning. A grounded, honest year-in-review on menopause, bone health, HRT, screening, muscle, recovery, and why swinging back to the middle changed everything for me in 2025 after 104 episodes this year. We cover: The menopause grou
Will This Bone Supplement Help Or Make Things Worse? - Dr. Doug Lucas
Are you taking a bone supplement to improve your DEXA bone density score? Did you hear that strontium, a molecule found in some bone supplements, may increase risk of heart attack and blood clotting? I did! And that freaked me out. So, what did I do? Contacted my bone doctor bestie Dr. Doug Lucas to sort this all out. Dr Doug Lucas is a leading osteoporosis and bone health specialist who gives us
Ninja Warrior at 71, Strength Training in Older Age, Reversing Osteopenia - Ginny MacColl
What if your strongest years came after 70? If you're sitting around thinking my best years are over and it's all downhill from here, then this episode is for you. Ginny MacColl is the oldest woman ever to compete on American Ninja Warrior at age 71. She proves that it's never too late to start strength training, rebuild bone density, or completely reinvent yourself. We cover: How Ginny went fro
What Are Stem Cells & What You Need To Know Before You Try - Dr. Joy Kong
Joy Kong, M.D. is a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician, and the president of Chara Health in Los Angeles, where she specializes in stem cell therapy and peptide therapy. Dr. Kong is the founder of American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy (AAICT), and is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences. She was named as "Stem Cell Doctor of the Decade" in 2021 for he
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