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Send us a textJessica Barac is a registered nutritionist, personal trainer, and the founder of What The Menopause, a women's health platform of over 950,000 women globally.After struggling with perimenopause in her late 30s and receiving little support from traditional healthcare, Jessica made it her mission to crack the perimenopause code and regain her vibrancy. Today, she has educated millions of women through her content and developed The Pause Power Method a science-backed approach addressing metabolic dysfunction and inflammation through nutrition, movement, and lifestyle to help women improve symptoms, achieve sustainable fat loss, and step into their most powerful era yet.Episode highlightsJessica's journey from struggling with perimenopause to launching What The Menopause.The power of humor: Why memes about menopause resonated with so many women.Recognizing perimenopause: The symptoms that caught Jessica by surprise and how she finally connected the dots.The impact on family life: Jessica’s husband’s plea to “figure it out” and how her symptoms affected her loved ones.Connecting the dots: Why so many women don’t realize that symptoms like anxiety, depression, dry mouth, tinnitus, and frozen shoulder can be linked to perimenopause.The power of movement: How strength training, walking, and lifestyle shifts hold everything together in midlife.Quitting alcohol: The tough but transformative decision to stop drinking and how it changed Jessica’s life.Reframing midlife: The importance of thinking about your 8-year-old and 80-year-old self when making life decisions.Top Quote“Perimenopause calls on you to take a very hard look at yourself – if you’re willing to do it.” – Jessica BaracWhere to find Jessica & What The MenopauseWebsite: whatthemenopause.comInstagram: @whatthemenopauseFacebook: What The MenopauseTikTok: @whatthemenopauseThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this special solo episode, Ann Marie McQueen shares reader letters, explores the journey of trusting yourself with hormone therapy, and reflects on a touching encounter with a tiny bird that left a lasting impression.From listener messages that validate the power of open conversations about menopause to deep thoughts on aging, self-trust, and the emotional rollercoaster of hormone therapy, this episode is a candid, heartfelt exploration of what it means to navigate midlife with awareness and resilience. Highlights from this episode:Why text messages from listeners matter – and how you can send one, too.A reader’s hormone therapy struggles – and why sometimes, stepping off the estrogen merry-go-round is the right decision.The fear of aging and how Ann Marie reframed her mindset about turning 55.The obsession with longevity and health hacks – and why some conversations in this space feel exhausting.A surreal experience with birds An honest take on learning to say “I don’t like it” – and why that’s an underrated midlife skill. Quote from this episode:"Sometimes you can do something, and sometimes you can't. The real wisdom is in knowing the difference."Sponsored by Mitopure: This episode is brought to you by Mitopure, the purest form of Urolithin A, designed to support cellular energy and longevity. Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH for 10% off your order.The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts listDisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any health decisions, especially regarding hormone therapy or new treatments. Full disclaimer at the end of the episode.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen Ann Marie sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to uncover the root causes of migraines and discuss how a holistic, science-backed approach can lead to relief and resilience.Diane blends Western medicine, Eastern healing practices, and advanced technology to tackle migraines at their core. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, to her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diane shares how her unique perspective – and attention to detail – is revolutionizing migraine care.💬 Top Quote:"We need to stop silencing pain and start listening to it. Migraines are not just headaches—they are a call for balance in the body and mind." – Diane DucarmeEpisode Highlights:✅ The real reason why migraines are misunderstood in Western medicine✅ The connection between trauma, the gut-brain axis, and migraines ✅ How perimenopause and hormonal shifts exacerbate migraine attacks ✅ Why traditional treatments often fail—and what to do instead ✅ How adding functional foods (not eliminating) can heal your body ✅ The power of the vagus nerve and emotional healing in migraine relief ✅ How the Migraine Heroes app is helping people regain control of their health 🔎 Take the Free Migraine Test: Click here📲 Download the Migraine Heroes App: Apple | Google Play💡 Website: www.mynectarhealth.com🎙️ Migraine Heroes Podcast: Listen here📷 Follow on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Facebook Group📢 Join the Conversation:Tag us on Instagram @hotflashinc and tell us your biggest takeaway from today’s episode! 🎙️💬Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash Inc.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode Gen X journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Niamh Daly, a yoga educator, menopause specialist and the creator of Yoga for Menopause & Beyond teacher training. Based in Ireland, she helps women worldwide navigate perimenopause and postmenopause with evidence-based, body-first yoga practices. Her latest book offers an empowering, realistic approach to movement for midlife women.💬 Top Quote from Niamh Daly:"Perimenopause isn’t just a time of low capacity – it’s a time of true capacity. Before menopause, reproductive hormones have been making us tolerate living beyond our actual capacity."Highlights:• How traditional yoga doesn’t always serve midlife women•  The overlooked late reproductive stage and what it means for your body• Hormones aren’t the whole story. Why your nervous system is just as important as estrogen.• Strength training vs. yoga for bone health – what actually works? • Forget the ‘successful aging’ hype. How extreme fitness goals are setting unrealistic standards for midlife.• How perimenopause forces you to reassess your life• Emotional releases in yoga. Why we cry on the mat—and how instructors should handle it.• Why self-advocacy in yoga class matters more than everLearn more: www.yogaformenopause.comInstagram: @yogaformenopauseFollow Hotflash Inc:📩 Newsletter: hotflashinc.substack.com📸 Instagram: @hotflashinc🐦 Twitter: @hotflashinc🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTubeJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Welcome to another episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast, where journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen explores all things perimenopause, menopause, midlife, and beyond. In this episode, Ann Marie sits down with Jennifer Scheinman, a registered dietitian nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in functional and integrative nutrition. As the senior manager of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline Nutrition, Jennifer brings expert insight into the science of Urolithin A, gut health, and how nutrition myths impact midlife wellness.Tune in for a discussion on the power of whole foods, the role of the gut microbiome, and why one-size-fits-all nutrition advice is outdated.💬 "There is so much noise in the nutrition space today. It has to be about what works for you – your gut, your lifestyle, your goals." – Jennifer ScheinmanEpisode Highlights: ✅ Gut health & perimenopause – why your microbiome matters more than ever✅ Nutrition myths debunked – is "processed healthy food" an oxymoron? ✅ The role of Urolithin A – how this postbiotic molecule helps mitochondrial health & energy✅ Food sensitivities & midlife – why an individualized approach is key ✅ Perimenopause & brain fog – what’s happening to our focus & memory ✅ Seed oils controversy – navigating the ongoing nutrition debate ✅ How stress impacts digestion & hormones – the gut-brain connectionFollow JenniferInstagram: jenscheinman_nutritionTimeline Longevity on Instagram: timeline_longevityThe Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts listDisclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash inc.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of Hotflash inc, GenX journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with neurologist and award-winning dementia care professional Dr Teryn Clarke to discuss the science and lifestyle strategies that can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease, which disproportionately affect women. Drawing from her book, Brain Health Action Plan: Simple, Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes that Optimize Cognitive Fitness and Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk Dr Clarke shares part actionable tips to improve brain health today and protect it for the long term.Episode highlights:Dr Teryn Clarke’s personal motivation The power of exercise and low sugar diets The surprising immediate benefits of brain-healthy habits Type 3 diabetesIntermittent fasting explainedSeed oils Hormone therapy and Iron buildup in women post-menopauseKey supplements for brain healtThe emotional connection: how stress, loneliness, and trauma increase dementia riskThe critical link between hearing, vision, and dementia prevention  Why brain stimulation matters: exercise, learning, and meaningful social connections  🔑 Top Quote“Genetics load the gun, but environment pulls the trigger.” – Dr Teryn Clarke📚 Resources and LinksDr Teryn Clarke’s book: Brain Health Action PlanWebsite: brainhealthactionplan.comFollow Dr Teryn Clarke on X: @MDTeryn📝 About the GuestDr Teryn Clarke is a neurologist in Southern California and was named “Dementia Care Professional of the Year” by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America in 2015. She is passionate about educating people on the modifiable lifestyle factors that can prevent cognitive decline and is the author of Brain Health Action Plan, a practical, science-based guide to optimizing brain health.🚨 DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized recommendations.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Jenny Powers, a scientist and co-author of "On the Origin of Being," discusses the evolutionary approach to midlife and menopause. She explores how modern life contrasts starkly with our biological needs, leading to challenges during menopause. Jenny reveals lifestyle changes that helped her overcome symptoms like hot flashes and inflammation. She also addresses misconceptions about aging and emphasizes the importance of nutrition, movement, and community in reclaiming health. Could returning to our evolutionary roots be the key to better well-being?

Send us a textIn this solo episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen kicks things off by responding to a listener question about whether she's mega-dosing estrogen, breaking down how to check your prescription and what guidelines to follow. Then, she reflects on her recent experience giving a keynote speech at Arab Health – navigating imposter syndrome, unexpected encouragement, and how she bounced back from her "no one would help the little hen" moment.Ann Marie also dives into:How she’s declaring January 29  as Hotflash Inc's official fresh start.The ongoing debate over hormone therapy and the pushback she gets from doctors.Why she's cutting out sugar (again) and the surprising effect it has on her pain levels.The challenges of standing up for herself, saying no, and asking for what she deserves.What happens when you think someone is hating your talk... and they turn out to be your biggest fan.Why she refuses to endorse fitness programs that don’t align with how she – and most women – wants to train.Plus, a shoutout to stay tuned for Hotflash inc Podcast guest Steph Ziev’s upcoming TEDx talk, a reminder to be the CEO of your own health, and an open invitation to text her – if she can ever figure out how to reply!The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts In the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts list Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with Dr Nicky Keay, a medical doctor specializing in exercise endocrinology. With a career dedicated to understanding how lifestyle, nutrition, and movement impact hormones, Dr Keay brings a unique perspective to perimenopause, menopause, and female hormone health.Dr Keay is the author of Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and editor of the anthology Myths of Menopause. She also serves as an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University College London and is a medical advisor to the Scottish Ballet.Highlights include:- The "hormone orchestra" analogy and why balancing all hormones – not just estrogen – is key to long-term health.- Why perimenopause is like The Odyssey, filled with challenges but also opportunities for growth.- The myths of menopause, including how social media sirens influence women’s decisions. (She explains)- How exercise, nutrition, and sleep impact hormonal balance during perimenopause and menopause.Key highlights from this episode:- Understanding the hormonal orchestra – and why balance is key.- How perimenopause is like the teenage years – but in reverse.- Why mindset matters – your thoughts can literally impact your hormone levels.- The best exercise approaches for hormonal health at different life stages.- The truth about testosterone – who really needs it?- Why HRT should be personalized – and the problem with "one-size-fits-all" hormone prescriptions.- The progesterone debate – why it’s necessary even after a hysterectomy.Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!The Hotflash inc Podcast is one of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsConnect with Dr Nicky Keay:Website: www.nickykeayfitness.comInstagram: @drnickykeayX: @drnickykeayBooks: Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and Myths of Menopause (Editor)"Your hormones aren’t your enemy – they are your greatest tool for health and vitality. Learn to harness them, not fear them."  Dr Nicky KeayJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you To our sponsors For making this episode possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.In this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen speaks with  Dr Jerilynn Prior, a professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia and the head of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR). For over 40 years, Dr. Prior has been a trailblazer in understanding women’s hormones, championing the crucial role of progesterone alongside estrogen in women’s health.We dive into:Why obstetrics and gynecology might not be the best specialties for addressing women’s hormonal healthThe persistent misconception of estrogen as “the women’s hormone” and why it’s wrong to label anyone as “estrogen deficient.”How progesterone is essential in balancing estrogen’s effects, protecting our bodies, and supporting overall health.The dangers of conflating bioidentical progesterone with synthetic progestins.Why ovulation is critical for lifelong health and how the birth control pill can impact young women’s peak bone mass.Her research findings on progesterone as an effective treatment for perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and heavy flow.Dr. Prior also sheds light on the challenges researchers face in advancing women's health due to systemic biases in funding and publishing. She shares her hopes for the future and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in how we approach women’s reproductive health.Special thanks to Dr. Prior for her invaluable contributions to women’s health and her unwavering dedication to advancing our understanding of hormones, ovulation, and the menopause transition.To engage with CeMCOR: CeMCOR (Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research)Website: www.cemcor.ubc.caFacebook: CeMCOR Facebook PageX: @CeMCORInstagram: @cemcor_researchYouTube: CeMCOR ChannelThe Hotflash inc Podcast has been selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts on the web.Subscribe to the Hotflash inc Podcast wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information