Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+ Ep. 480 Can You Reverse Menopause? What the Science Says with Zora Benhamou
Jul 5, 2025
Zora Benhamou, a gerontologist and biohacker, challenges stereotypes around menopause to empower women. She discusses how factors like stress and trauma can influence menopause timing and introduces midlife biohacks such as blood-flow restriction training. Loneliness and its impact on health are explored, emphasizing the importance of positive relationships for better aging. Zora also highlights the benefits of peptides, exosomes, and HRT, advocating for a proactive mindset towards aging that fosters resilience and longevity.
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Genetics and HRT Timing
- Genetic factors strongly influence menopausal timing, often mirroring the mother's menopause age.
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can start before menopause symptoms fully manifest, aiding symptom control.
Menarche and Lifestyle Impact
- Age at first menstruation correlates with menopause onset; earlier menarche tends to lead to earlier menopause.
- Weight and moderate alcohol consumption show surprising correlations with later menopause.
Trauma Hastens Menopause
- Trauma and chronic stress prematurely accelerate menopause onset.
- Environmental toxins like lead or arsenic also associate with earlier menopause.
