The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Emma Heming-Willis and Helen Christoni for an honest conversation about women's brain health, dementia risk, emotional overload, and the profound changes women experience in midlife. Women are nearly twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer's disease, yet most are never taught how menopause, estrogen decline, chronic stress, caregiving, and emotional suppression impact the female brain. In this episode, we unpack the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's, why brain changes can begin decades before diagnosis, and why midlife is a critical window for awareness and prevention, not fear. We also explore how nervous system dysregulation shows up as irritability, withdrawal, resentment, or burnout, why so many women feel disconnected from themselves in their 40s and 50s, and how telling the truth, emotionally and relationally, becomes essential for both brain and body health. To view full show notes, resources mentioned, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep322/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

Hormone Replacement Therapy is back in the spotlight, and many women are asking the same questions: Is it safe? Is it right for me? And why does it still feel so confusing? In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy Pelz breaks down what really happened after the Women's Health Initiative study, why the black box warning was added and later removed, and what newer research has clarified about HRT, timing, hormone type, and delivery method. She explains why lifestyle and metabolic health are the missing pieces in this conversation and why HRT should never be viewed as a standalone solution. This episode is not about telling you yes or no. It's about helping you understand the science so you can make an empowered, informed decision with your doctor. To view full show notes, resources mentioned, transcripts, and more, visit 👉 https://drmindypelz.com/ep321 Check out our community membership at 👉 https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

What actually happens inside your body when you don't eat for 72 hours? Fasting for three days has become one of the most talked-about healing tools — but it's also one of the most misunderstood. Some people believe it's dangerous. Others think it's a quick fix. The truth lives somewhere in between. In this solo episode, I walk you step-by-step through what happens in the body during a 72-hour fast, from blood sugar shifts and ketone production to autophagy, inflammation reduction, immune system renewal, and brain healing. This episode is designed to educate, not pressure. We'll talk about who should and should not attempt a longer fast, why preparation matters, how women should approach fasting differently than men, and how to use fasting as a powerful reset. This episode also serves as a foundational resource for our upcoming FREE 3-Day Water Fast with Hay House, starting January 5, 2026. Save your spot here: https://bit.ly/waterfast2026 To view full show notes, resources mentioned, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep320/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

Big Wellness is booming and middle-aged women are the target. In this solo episode of The Resetter Podcast, I break down why the wellness industry has exploded, why women in midlife are especially vulnerable to being sold quick fixes, and how to stop outsourcing your health to supplements, influencers, and viral advice. After reading a New York Times article titled "Big Wellness Loves Middle-Aged Women," I wanted to give you a framework for thinking critically about what you're being sold, whether it's a supplement, a biohack, or even a medication. This episode is not about telling you what to buy or what to believe. It's about teaching you how to think for yourself, how to prioritize lifestyle first, how to evaluate quality and integrity, why supplements should be cycled, and why no product is ever going to replace the fundamentals. At the end of the day, your lifestyle saves you, not a 90-second reel. To view full show notes, resources mentioned, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep319/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

Terry Real, a renowned couples therapist and bestselling author, dives deep into the rising trend of 'gray divorce' among midlife couples. He explores how cultural shifts and evolving expectations affect relationships, emphasizing that both men and women face unique challenges. Terry discusses the need for men to embrace vulnerability while women reclaim their voices and power. With practical advice on fostering intimacy and connection, he provides tools to navigate these changes, showing how couples can thrive amid life's transitions.

Women in midlife are being told everywhere to "lift heavy," "stop doing cardio," and "hack your hormones" for better metabolic health. But what is actually TRUE for the menopausal body? In this timely re-release, I'm bringing back one of the most important and misunderstood conversations I've ever had — with exercise physiologist and researcher Dr. Stacy Sims. If you've been confused about how to work out in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a science-backed plan to finally feel strong in your body again. Stacy and I walk through strength training, sprint intervals, "soul food" cardio, injury prevention, brain health, protein and carb timing, plant-based vs omnivore nutrition, creatine, and how to combine fasting with training in a safe and supportive way. And if you've ever wondered whether Stacy and I actually disagree about fasting — this episode will give you the nuance that short-form content never allows. To view full show notes, resources mentioned, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep317/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

Join Dr. Mindy for an eye-opening conversation with relationship expert Jillian Turecki on what really happens to long-term relationships during women's midlife and menopausal transition. They unpack why so many women experience an awakening between ages 40–60, why their needs change, and why this shift often collides with what their long-term partner expects. If you've ever wondered why your relationship feels different in midlife, this episode will give you clarity, language, and powerful tools to support your next chapter. To view full show notes, resources mentioned, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep316/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy breaks down the 12 neurochemicals that shift in menopause and why you suddenly feel different. Learn how to bring back your mood, memory, motivation, and sleep with simple lifestyle tools — and why this neurochemical reset is part of your biological design. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep315/ Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.

Join Dr. Mindy as she opens the Age Like a Girl series with a powerful reframe on menopause. In this solo episode, she breaks down the real purpose of menopause through evolution, neuroscience, and the brain remodel that shifts you from people-pleasing to authenticity. Discover why you stop caring, why your brain reroutes itself, how your hormones shape identity, and why this transition is designed to bring you clarity, leadership, and renewed energy. If you've ever wondered what's right about menopause, this episode will change the way you see this moment in your life. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep314 Check out our community membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com. Please note our medical disclaimer.

If you've struggled to master your eating window or feel confused about what to eat after fasting, this episode is your roadmap. Dr. Mindy breaks down her Foundational Five food rules—why your blood sugar matters more than calories, how to eat for your gut health, and why protein and healthy fats are key to balanced hormones. She also dives into her Three Eat Like a Girl meal principles that teach you how to eat to make, break down, and detox your hormones naturally. Whether you've already read the book or you're hearing these ideas for the first time, this episode will help you reconnect to your body, find food freedom, and make eating joyful again. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep313 Check out our fasting membership at https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com Please note our medical disclaimer.