
Menopause Mastery
Welcome to Menopause Mastery with Dr. Betty Murray. This show is for women in the second season of life, the season of menopause, who are ready for more: health - vitality - passion - and purpose!
Join host, Dr. Betty Murray (part geek, part magician, and your new medical bestie with a dash of sass), as she takes complex science and makes it easier to integrate into daily life. Nutrition, hormones, functional medicine, and a wellness lifestyle are only the tip of the conversation. Join the journey to uncover your deepest desires, harness your physical and mental health, and peel back the layers to know exactly what you want out of life.
Let’s make this season the best ever!
Latest episodes

Jun 2, 2025 • 5min
3 Simple Changes to Outsmart Menopause Weight Gain
Uncover the real reasons women over 45 struggle with stubborn weight gain—hint: it's not about willpower or calories. Discover how shifting estrogen, rising cortisol, and insulin resistance affect your metabolism, and learn 3 science-backed strategies to outsmart menopause weight gain. If you’ve tried everything and nothing’s worked, this episode is your roadmap to real change.

May 28, 2025 • 28min
The Cortisol Connection: Why Stress Adds Belly Fat After 40
Struggling with stubborn belly fat that seems to appear overnight after 40? You're not alone—and it's not your fault. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray reveals why traditional diet and exercise methods fail women over 45. With over 20 years of experience helping thousands of women through perimenopause and menopause, Dr. Betty breaks down the exact metabolic shifts happening in your body right now. Discover the critical relationship between estrogen and cortisol, how insulin resistance develops differently in menopausal women, and why your sleep patterns are sabotaging your weight loss efforts. Dr. Betty explains why menopause is a "full body event" that affects every single cell and shares three practical, low-cost strategies you can implement today to work with your new hormonal landscape, not against it. Learn why the tactics that worked in your 20s and 30s won't work in your 40s, 50s, and beyond—and what you should be doing instead. This isn't about getting your pre-baby body back; it's about understanding your new reality and optimizing where you are today for the next 30-35 years of your journey. Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

May 26, 2025 • 6min
Why Women Lose Bone Density After 50 (It's Not Just Calcium)
Discover the surprising link between hormonal health and bone density as myths about hormone replacement therapy are debunked. The discussion sheds light on the impact of flawed studies, particularly the Women's Health Initiative, on women's health choices over the years. Learn how misconceptions have shaped understanding of bone health and why calcium alone isn't the answer. This insightful talk offers a fresh perspective on maintaining bone density after 50.

May 21, 2025 • 20min
How to Test Your Hormones Properly When Your Doctor Won't Listen
Are you concerned about your bone health during menopause? Understanding your hormone levels is crucial for maintaining strong bones and overall wellbeing. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray, certified nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, breaks down the complex relationship between hormones and bone health. With over 20 years of experience helping women through menopause, Dr. Murray explains why hormone testing is essential and which specific tests you need to get a complete picture of your hormonal health. Discover why conventional hormone testing often falls short and how comprehensive testing can reveal critical insights about your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid function. Learn why living a third of your life without hormones is unprecedented in human history and how this affects your bone density and overall health. Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause, or simply want to be proactive about your bone health, this episode provides valuable information on hormone testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and the interconnected nature of your endocrine system. Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ **Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:** Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. Produced by Evolved Podcasting: http://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/

May 19, 2025 • 5min
How Hormones Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Hair Growth
Are you experiencing hair loss and wondering if it's related to menopause? You're not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray talks with Julie Olson, a triple-certified nutritionist and functional medicine expert, about the complex causes of hair loss in women. Julie shares her five-step process and root cause analysis to help you understand why you're losing your hair and how to address it effectively. Explore the critical role of gut health, hormonal balance, and stress management in maintaining healthy hair. Julie also discusses the impact of toxins and inflammation on hair loss and offers practical tips on nutrition and supplements to support hair growth. If you're a woman dealing with hair loss or interested in understanding the underlying health issues, this episode is a must-listen. Gain the insights and tools you need to tackle hair loss from the inside out. Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. Connect with Julie Olson Website: https://fortitudefunctionalnutrition.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-olson-fn/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieolsonfn/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcU-iJ5YWvGpxSC_EqEJsLA

May 14, 2025 • 43min
Stress and Hair Loss: The Vicious Cycle You Can Break
Are you experiencing hair loss and wondering if it's related to menopause? You're not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray talks with Julie Olson, a triple-certified nutritionist and functional medicine expert, about the complex causes of hair loss in women. Julie shares her five-step process and root cause analysis to help you understand why you're losing your hair and how to address it effectively. Explore the critical role of gut health, hormonal balance, and stress management in maintaining healthy hair. Julie also discusses the impact of toxins and inflammation on hair loss and offers practical tips on nutrition and supplements to support hair growth. If you're a woman dealing with hair loss or interested in understanding the underlying health issues, this episode is a must-listen. Gain the insights and tools you need to tackle hair loss from the inside out. Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. Connect with Julie Olson Website: https://fortitudefunctionalnutrition.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-olson-fn/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieolsonfn/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcU-iJ5YWvGpxSC_EqEJsLA

May 12, 2025 • 7min
Unlocking Weight Secrets
Are you struggling with weight gain and body composition changes during menopause? You're not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of Nine Arms of Wellness, to explore the crucial role of the microbiome in women's health. Discover how feeding your microbiome can not only help reduce belly fat but also lower your risk of cancer. Anu shares insights from her new book on how dietary changes can support your gut health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Learn about the hormonal shifts that affect fat storage and how your microbial balance plays a key role in this process. Plus, get practical tips on increasing fiber intake and incorporating spices and herbs to enhance your microbiome diversity. If you're a woman navigating the challenges of menopause or simply interested in optimizing your health through gut health, this episode is a must-listen. Gain the knowledge and tools you need to thrive during this transition. 🌟 From Hot Mess to Hot Mama – A free gift to help you feel your best: 👉 https://www.theflourishdiet.com/from-hot-mess-to-hot-mama 🧪 Microbiome Quiz – Discover what’s really going on in your gut: 👉 https://the.9armsofwellness.com/Microbiome Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Connect with Anu Simh: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9armsofwellness/ Website: https://www.anusimh.com/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

May 7, 2025 • 43min
Gut Health Expert Reveals: The REAL Reason Women Gain Weight After 40
Are you struggling with weight gain and body composition changes during menopause? You're not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of Nine Arms of Wellness, to explore the crucial role of the microbiome in women's health. Discover how feeding your microbiome can not only help reduce belly fat but also lower your risk of cancer. Anu shares insights from her new book on how dietary changes can support your gut health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Learn about the hormonal shifts that affect fat storage and how your microbial balance plays a key role in this process. Plus, get practical tips on increasing fiber intake and incorporating spices and herbs to enhance your microbiome diversity. If you're a woman navigating the challenges of menopause or simply interested in optimizing your health through gut health, this episode is a must-listen. Gain the knowledge and tools you need to thrive during this transition. Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Connect with Anu Simh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9armsofwellness/ Website: https://www.anusimh.com/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

May 5, 2025 • 5min
The New Blood Test Catching Cancer Before It Grows
In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Sumit Rai, founder of Cancer Check Labs, to uncover a groundbreaking new approach to cancer screening and prevention. We dive deep into how cancer really develops—years before it's detectable by traditional scans—and why early detection at the cellular level could be the key to saving millions of lives. Sumit shares the powerful story behind his mission, the hidden dangers accelerating cancer rates (including toxins, diet, and lifestyle), and how standard treatments like chemo and surgery often miss the bigger picture. We also explore his revolutionary blood test that can find cancer cells before tumors become visible—and how new technologies like blood filtration could transform cancer care forever. If you're serious about proactive health, longevity, and protecting yourself and your loved ones, this is a must-listen conversation packed with science, hope, and action steps you can take today. 🔬Learn why "early detection" must be redefined 🩸 Understand the difference between circulating tumor cells and traditional biomarkers 🏥 Discover how blood filtration could become a non-toxic cancer treatment ⚡ Get empowered to take charge of your health with cutting-edge science Links: Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

Apr 30, 2025 • 50min
Early Cancer Detection Could Save Your Life — Here’s How
In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Sumit Rai, founder of Cancer Check Labs, to uncover a groundbreaking new approach to cancer screening and prevention. We dive deep into how cancer really develops—years before it's detectable by traditional scans—and why early detection at the cellular level could be the key to saving millions of lives. Sumit shares the powerful story behind his mission, the hidden dangers accelerating cancer rates (including toxins, diet, and lifestyle), and how standard treatments like chemo and surgery often miss the bigger picture. We also explore his revolutionary blood test that can find cancer cells before tumors become visible—and how new technologies like blood filtration could transform cancer care forever. If you're serious about proactive health, longevity, and protecting yourself and your loved ones, this is a must-listen conversation packed with science, hope, and action steps you can take today. 🔬 Learn why "early detection" must be redefined 🩸 Understand the difference between circulating tumor cells and traditional biomarkers 🏥 Discover how blood filtration could become a non-toxic cancer treatment ⚡ Get empowered to take charge of your health with cutting-edge science Links: - Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ - FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec - Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ - Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ - Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ - Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/ --- Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: - Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Connect with Sumit Rai: - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raisumit/ - https://www.a4m.com/sumit-rai.html --- Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.