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I'm answering your real-life menopause questions straight from the YouTube comments. If you've ever wondered which hormone helps with vaginal dryness, why progesterone can make your heart race, or how to test estrogen metabolism without spending a fortune, this episode is for you. We cover: Vaginal dryness and which type of estradiol works best locally vs systemically Headaches from estrogen patches and how to adjust your dose or delivery Heart palpitations with progesterone and what to do if symptoms worsen Progesterone intolerance and why some women sleep worse instead of better Breast tenderness on Oestrogel and how to find your optimal dose for long-term bone, brain, and heart protection Estrogen metabolite testing and DUTCH test alternatives MENTIONED: Apollo Health Cognoscopy Test HRT Deep Dive with Karen MartelSleep Solutions with Annika Carroll Where DEXA Goes Wrong Troscriptions Sleep Formula Everything You Need To Know About Melatonin Amy B Killen DUTCH Substack Article The Verdict On Hormone Testing - Carol Petersen High Dose Progesterone - Carol Petersen Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Do you live with type 1 diabetes and finding that menopause is different for you? Or do you just want to learn more about the differences of type 1 and type 2? Then this episode is for you. Today's guest, Melissa Slemp, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was only 14 years old back in 1982, when managing the condition looked very different. After decades of navigating blood sugar highs and lows, and then later entering perimenopause, Melissa began noticing massive shifts in how her hormones affected her insulin needs, energy, and mood. Now, she's on a mission to change the conversation for women like her who are trying to manage both diabetes and menopause. We cover: Melissa's type 1 diabetes diagnosis story and what management looked like in the early 80s The key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes Why menopause can totally wreak havoc on blood sugar regulation How hormonal fluctuations impact insulin needs and energy levels…and diabetics can witness this with their own eyes, just looking at their data and insulin needs. We talked about the role of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in improving glucose control and how it's different for those with type 1 Melissa Slemp is a functional health coach, host of the podcast Type 1 in Midlife, and advocate for women with type 1 diabetes navigating the complexities of hormonal change. She helps women regain stability, energy, and confidence through a holistic approach that combines lifestyle, nutrition, and bioidentical hormone therapy. Contact Melissa Slemp: Website: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/ Podcast: Type 1 In Midlife Podcast - https://type1inmidlife.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before December 1, 2025 to win a Body Talk session with Angie Tourani Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Do you ever feel like you're drowning in health advice that contradicts itself — and none of it seems to work anymore in midlife? Today, I'm joined by Jenn Trepeck, health coach and host of the Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, to talk about her brand-new book "Uncomplicating Wellness." We cover: Why midlife health gets so confusing and how outdated strategies fail us once estrogen declines The 6 pillars of her Bio Stack The secret power of Wellness Anchors: small daily habits that keep you grounded How to replace all-or-nothing thinking with a "progress over perfection" mindset The protein debate: mTOR and longevity vs muscle and strength Jenn Trepeck is an Optimal Health Coach, award-winning podcast host of Salad with a Side of Fries, and author of Uncomplicating Wellness: 6 Simple Steps to Your Healthiest You. Her podcast has become a top-ranked health and wellness show, known for its blend of science-backed education and real-world humor. Jenn's philosophy - "wellness without the weirdness"- runs through everything she does, encouraging people to enjoy their food, understand their bodies, and make choices that feel sustainable. Book: Uncomplicating wellness https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/uncomplicating-wellness/ Group & 1:1 coaching - start with a complimentary curiosity call : https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/contact/ RHONDA PATRICK EPISODE ON PROTEIN: https://youtu.be/fvO8e-2y37k?si=pua3hgZcy2uIAgNR Contact Jenn Trepeck Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saladwithasideoffriespod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saladwithasideoffriespodcast Facebook group://m.facebook.com/groups/425796548337541/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifertrepeck/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenntrepeck Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenntrepeck Podcast: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/a-salad-with-a-side-of-fries/#latest-episodes Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Do you feel back pain? Shoulder pain? Hip pain? Have you had injuries or issues and been told you need surgery? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, fitness expert Natalie Jill opens up about her long journey through pain, surgeries, and recovery from breast explants to her most recent disc replacement surgery. We cover: The emotional and physical toll of multiple surgeries Her back injuries, type A personality and ultimately her disc replacement recovery The neuroscience of pain and how to retrain the brain's response How to prepare your body before surgery and accelerate recovery Why we shouldn't over-biohack, especially when the basics aren't in place Natalie's foundational healing habits for the best recovery and beyond Natalie Jill is a high-performance coach, licensed master sports nutritionist, and fitness expert who helps women redefine aging through mindset and metabolic health. After decades of working in fitness, she faced her own series of medical challenges that forced her to completely rebuild her body and mindset from the ground up. EPISODES From Hormone Fear To Hormone Pressure: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/477-from-hormone-fear-to-hormone-pressure-hrt-isnt/id1436973433?i=1000725112118 Disc Replacement vs Spinal Fusion: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/474-why-i-chose-disc-replacement-over-spinal-fusion/id1436973433?i=1000723559499 Neuroscience of Chronic Pain: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/479-the-neuroscience-of-chronic-pain-why-your-brain/id1436973433?i=1000727012431 Total Body Thrive Online Program: https://totalbodythrive.com/ $400 off with code ZORA Contact Natalie Jill Website: https://www.nataliejillfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieJillFitness Podcast: Midlife Conversations with Nathalie Jill Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here. Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

If you've started hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and you're not feeling great right away, don't panic. You're not broken, and your hormones aren't either. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the most common side effects women experience when starting HRT: what causes them, how to fix them, and when to talk to your doctor. We cover: Why side effects are common when starting HRT and why they don't mean it's "not working" The most common side effects backed by research How to know if your estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone levels are too high or too low When to see your doctor and what questions to ask Menopause Chart: https://hackmyage.com/menopause-symptom-chart/ Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here. Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠

In this deeply empowering conversation, Dr. Saida Desilets, founder of the Awakened Sensual Woman program, helps women reconnect with their body's innate wisdom and sensual intelligence. We talk about my personal experience with her program "9 Naughty Nights", the roadblocks, and discoveries and how our relationship with pleasure changes through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. We cover: My personal experiences with her program Why vibrators aren't always the answer A surprising approach to help men re-sensitize their genitals and become more connected lovers Simple daily practices for women with caregiving overload What are the best ways to cultivate intimacy Dr. Saida Désilets holds a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology, blending mind–body–spirit healing with conscious sexuality. She is a body-philosopher, speaker, writer, and pioneer in the field of sexual sovereignty and embodied pleasure. She is a Tedx speaker, and her scientifically-proven work on sexual sovereignty globally impacts professionals and the public. She wrote a couple of books "Emergence of the Sensual Woman: Awakening Our Erotic Innocence" and "Desire". PAST EPISODE: https://youtu.be/Et-I1Z6T4GM?si=p59zABEsl1M2QuEl Embodied Love University - a comprehensive, educational platform for relationship, sex and intimacy. Awaken The Sensual Woman - 6 Part Immersive Program for women who desire to transform pain & numbness while enhancing pleasure 10% off with code ZORA Self-Love Meditation (a gift for the listeners) https://dareyourdesire.com/self-love-meditation/ Contact Saida Desilets: Website: https://dareyourdesire.com/ Email: care@embodiedlove.love Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠

Ever wondered how women like Kris Jenner seem to age in reverse – and what's really going on behind those flawless "facelifts"? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Carolyn Chang, one of San Francisco's top plastic surgeons, to break down what's fact, what's finesse, and what's just good timing. From menopause to maintenance, Dr. Chang pulls back the curtain on how aging really works, and why starting earlier might actually be the key to aging gracefully. If you've ever debated a little "tweak" or simply want to understand the science of facial rejuvenation, this one's for you. In this episode, we cover: Kris Jenner's latest facelift - what was really done (and why it worked). Why early intervention can lead to more natural, lasting results. How genetics, lifestyle, and maintenance all shape how we age. The powerful role of estrogen and menopause in facial aging. Top non-surgical treatments to refresh skin texture, tone, and elasticity. What to know before going under the knife and how AI and robotics are shaping the future of aesthetic surgery. Dr. Carolyn Chang is a board-certified aesthetic plastic surgeon based in San Francisco and is known as one of the nation's leading experts in natural-looking facial rejuvenation, including the deep plane facelift, complex breast surgery, and body contouring tailored to post-menopausal and post-pregnancy changes. Every year she makes it to Castle Connolly's Best Doctors list, and her work has been widely featured in the media. You probably already came across her work. Harper's Bazaar named her to its Hot List of the 24 Best Beauty Surgeons in the country, and W Magazine recognized her as a top surgeon for revisional work. She's been on shows like The Doctors, CNN, and National Geographic, and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, and The New Yorker. CONTACT website: www.drcarolynchang.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/carolynchangmd Youtube: @carolynchangmd Facebook: @carolynchangmd TikTok: @carolynchangmd Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠

Ever feel stuck in "fight or flight" mode no matter how much you meditate, sleep, or eat well? You're not alone, your vagus nerve might be the missing link. This powerful nerve connects your brain to nearly every organ in your body and influences everything from mood and inflammation to digestion and hormones. Today, I'm joined by "The Vagus Nerve Doc", a functional medicine expert Dr. Navaz Habib to decode the science of the vagus nerve and show you how to strengthen it naturally for better resilience, hormone balance, and longevity. In this episode we dive into: What the vagus nerve really does and why it's key to your "rest and digest" response How chronic stress keeps your immune system stuck in inflammation mode The 4 types of stress that quietly sabotage vagus nerve function Why heart rate variability (HRV) is the ultimate measure of nervous system health The "VAGUS" protocol to optimize brain-body communication and lower inflammation How mindset, breath work, and nutrition support vagus nerve function during menopause Dr. Navaz Habib, aka "The Vagus Nerve Doc," is a best-selling author of 2 books - "Activate Your Vagus Nerve" and "Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve" and host of The Health Upgrade Podcast. After using functional medicine to overcome his own health challenges, Dr. Habib built Health Upgraded, an online health program implementing his VAGUS protocol, to guide parents and professionals to enhance their health by unlocking the healing power of the Vagus nerve to reduce the effects of stress and inflammation. CONTACT Instagram: https://instagram.comm/drnavazhabib YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrNavazHabib1 Website: www.healthupgraded.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠

Is it possible to make sense of all the conflicting advice on hormones in midlife? In this second part of our Ask Us Anything series, my meno bestie Karen Martel and I sit down to tackle your biggest questions about hormone health, menopause, and beyond. Karen is a Certified Hormone Specialist, Transformational Nutrition Coach, and host of The Hormone Solution Podcast. She's also walking through the menopause transition herself, which makes her perspective both expert and personal. Together, we dive deep into what the labs really mean, how to use hormones wisely, and what else women can do to protect their bones, brains, and hearts. We cover: How to interpret hormone test results like FSH and estradiol (and why "optimal" matters more than "normal") The role of sauna use in detoxification and hormone health (plus our personal routines) Why progesterone is powerful for mood, sleep, and bone health, even without a uterus What to consider if you're starting HRT later in life Strategies to support bone health beyond just HRT, and why DEXA scans don't tell the whole story The importance of personalizing your approach with a trusted provider RECOMMENDED EPISODES Sauna Use In Menopause: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/160-traditional-saunas-vs-infrared-saunas-for-menopause/id1531105768?i=1000626673903 Birth Control Truths In Menopause: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/harmful-effects-of-the-birth-control-pill/id1438772276?i=1000434176120 DUTCH Test Deep Dive: https://youtu.be/O_1Lp4bST5k?si=pctt57mfxdXD7bUR Weight Gain and HRT: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/217-estrogen-weight-gain-myth-or-truth-rowan-sanderson/id1531105768?i=1000665860209 HRT For Women 60+: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/starting-hrt-more-than-10-years-after-menopause-what/id1438772276?i=1000721295236 Progesterone Sensitivity: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/progesterone-hrt-sensitivity-pmdd-when-the-chill-pill/id1788570953?i=1000725275936 Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠

Is perimenopause depression real? Yes, and it's finally being talked about. In today's episode, I sit down with journalist and TV presenter turned author, Shelly Horton, who shares her deeply personal journey through perimenopause, depression, and the turning points that helped her reclaim her life. Her honesty, humor, and fierce advocacy will leave you inspired, informed, and ready to take action for your own health. We cover: How Shelly pivoted from being a well-known TV presenter to writing her new book I'm Your Peri-Godmother Why she never connected depression to menopause until it nearly cost her everything The one thing that probably saved her life (and could save yours too) Her personal strategies to overcome depression and live her best life today The role of support and HRT in her recovery Her campaign in Australian Parliament for GP education, workplace policies, and affordable HRT access What she wants every woman to know if you're struggling through perimenopause or menopause Shelly Horton is an Australian journalist, TV presenter, and women's health advocate whose career spans ABC, Channel Seven, and Channel Nine. Her own perimenopause journey sparked her mission to smash the stigma around menopause and inspired her bestselling book I'm Your Peri-Godmother: A Happily-Ever-After Guide to Kicking Perimenopause in the Ovaries. The book sold out on Amazon day one, and hit number one in the menopause category for four weeks. Shelly also co-founded Don't Sweat It – Peri & Menopause, a workplace training company helping organizations better support women through the menopause transition. Beyond advocacy, she runs ShellShocked Media, where she teaches leaders and entrepreneurs how to own the stage, show up on social media, and speak with impact. Book: https://geni.us/ImYourPeriGodmother Audible: https://shorturl.at/z73IY Free peri resources: https://shellshockedmedia.com/im-your-peri-godmother/ Contact Shelly Horton Website: https://shellshockedmedia.com Website: https://dontsweatit.com.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyhorton1/ Instagram Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shellyhortonjournalist/ Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before November 1, 2025 to win a Theranordic's Daily Healthy Fiber and Optimized Enzymes. Or 10% off at thearnordic.com with code ZORA Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠