Ever Forward Radio with Chase Chewning

This episod is brought to you by Cured Nutrition, Caldera Lab and Joi & Blokes. Dr. Jessica Shepherd—OB/GYN, clinical advisor for P-Volv, and author of Generation M—breaks down everything women need to know about perimenopause, menopause, and longevity. She explains why mindset is the foundation of midlife health, how declining estrogen affects every organ system, why only 8% of symptomatic women ever receive a diagnosis, and how common comorbidities rise 45% or more between ages 40–59. Dr. Shepherd shares science-backed strategies for navigating symptoms, improving metabolic and mitochondrial health, understanding the truth about hormone therapy after the flawed WHI study (which led to an 82% decline in prescriptions), and using exercise, protein, and muscle-building to protect cognition, heart health, and overall vitality. Whether you're a woman entering midlife—or a partner wanting to better support her—this conversation is a masterclass in women's health, empowerment, and aging well. Follow Jessica @jessicashepherdmd Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:01 - Intro & shocking stats: women live longer but spend more years in poor health; HRT prescriptions dropped 82% after 2002 00:28 - Muscle as the organ of longevity; women lose 3–5% per decade, accelerated after menopause 01:18 - Why estrogen decline shifts the whole body; Dr. Shepherd introduces herself and her mission in women's health 02:15 - Redefining women's health & longevity; why women aren't thinking about longevity soon enough 04:23 – Mindset, habits, and community as the foundation of midlife health 07:13 - Barriers to staying well: socioeconomic factors, upbringing, access, and misconceptions about wellness 09:33 - Women's current wellness landscape; societal expectations, caregiving burden, and systemic gaps 12:46 – Major healthcare gaps: lack of research, exclusion of women from clinical studies until the '70s, and only 3% of VC health funding going to women 17:30 – Pharma eliminating women's health divisions; downstream effects on innovation and access 19:10 – Perimenopause 101: defining terms, symptoms vs. cycles, 34+ possible symptoms, and why diagnosis is trick 24:45 – The cardiovascular danger of estrogen decline; heart disease as the #1 killer of women 27:02 – Stress vs. perimenopause symptoms; mood disorders peak between 45–55 29:48 – How HRT has evolved in the last 10–20 years; symptom relief and longevity benefits 32:32 – Why only 5% of women are on hormone therapy today; misconceptions and new guidelines 34:20 – WHI study deep dive: media panic, misinterpretation, lack of statistical significance, and lasting fear 39:06 – Risk vs. benefit: how to think about HRT decisions with your provider 41:51 – Chase shares his TRT story; quality of life, fertility considerations, and hormone literacy 45:16 – Dr. Shepherd's personal hormone story: cognition issues, testosterone, and starting estrogen at 46 48:12 – Supplements Dr. Shepherd uses: Vitamin D, creatine, CoQ10, Urolithin A 50:10 – Muscle, mitochondrial health, sarcopenia & glucose control: why resistance training is non-negotiable 52:25 – Movement, neuroplasticity, balance & cognition: why staying active protects the aging brain 55:12 – How partners can best support women in perimenopause: emotional support & shared routines 57:52 – The science of emotional support: social connection decreases pain, inflammation, and improves outcomes 59:22 – Menopause explained: average age, symptom timeline, and the hidden cellular changes 01:02:39 – Nutrition, glucose control, protein needs, alcohol & sugar intake, and metabolic health 01:07:07 – Protein requirements (1.0–1.2g/kg), resistance training, and why women must build muscle 01:09:37 – U.S. data: 55%+ of women report symptoms; only 8% diagnosed; why doctors miss it 01:12:34 – Which providers are best for menopause care & what certifications to look for 01:15:31 – Comorbidities rise 45% between 40–59: hypertension, thyroid, arthritis, sleep disorders & estrogen's role 01:18:25 – Is biohacking menopause possible? Current limits + ovarian longevity research 01:22:24 – Exercise as the ultimate biohack; sustainable movement for aging wel 01:23:19 – Final Q: How Dr. Shepherd lives Ever Forward — flexibility, pause, and growth ----- Episode resources: 20% off DREAM gummies with code EVERFORWARD at CuredNutrition.com/everforward 50% off any product or diagnostic labs with code CHASE at JoiAndBlokes.com/chase 20% off any men's skincare product with code EVERFORWARD at CalderaLab.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube

This episode is brought to you by Caldera Lab and Audible. Author and mindset disruptor Carla Ondrasik unpacks the radical idea behind 'stop trying'. Carla challenges the culturally accepted virtue of "trying," revealing it as a fear response that keeps us stuck in inaction and self-sabotage. Through personal stories—from pitching hit songs to Cher to rewriting her own future through visualization—Carla shares why doing, not trying, is the true path to success. This conversation explores how trying shows up in our language, our relationships, and our goals, and offers clear, compassionate strategies for unlearning inherited patterns, setting boundaries, and building a life rooted in clarity and courageous action. Follow Carla @carlaondrasik Follow Chase @chase_chewning — 00:01 The Fear Behind Trying - Carla introduces the core message of her book and why trying is often rooted in fear and failure 02:10 Why We're Addicted to Trying - How instant gratification culture conditions us to avoid real effort and use "trying" as an escape hatch 06:46 Yoda, Gretzky, and the Myth of Noble Trying - Debunking iconic quotes and redefining effort vs. action 12:01 The Try Test: What Does It Even Mean to Try? - Carla's book-lifting exercise proves that trying is a mental illusion, not a physical act 15:19 Fear, Music Industry Boldness, and Doing Anyway - A powerful story about pitching a hit song to Geffen Records—and why doing beats hesitation 20:16 Excuses Are Just Rocks Under the Bridge - Why action requires clear motivation and how to move through fear by starting small 24:46 Inherited Trying and Manifesting Through Doing - Carla's unconventional childhood, visualization rituals, and how language shapes outcomes 31:41 The Airport Analogy: Why Trying Isn't Even an Option - Real-life examples where we would never say "I'll try"—and how to apply that clarity to everything 36:51 Trying vs. People-Pleasing: The Power of No - Why saying "I'll try" is often a fear-based way to avoid discomfort—and how to stop doing that 42:41 How to Hold Others Accountable to DoingSimple scripts to redirect vague language and inspire action in others 46:18 The Best Exercise to Escape the Try Loop - Carla's top recommendation: become aware of what "try" really means—and reject it 48:06 The Power of Silence and Doing in Private - Why your goals get stronger when you stop announcing them—and how to let results speak for themselves 52:21 Failure, Courage, and Public Vulnerability - Carla shares her fear, failures, and learning curve while writing and launching the book. 56:13 What "Ever Forward" Means to Carla - A personal reflection on living forward with purpose, urgency, and collective inspiration — Episode resources: Save 20% on the Hair Care System from Caldera Lab with checkout code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com Get your first audio book for FREE with your 30-day trial of Audible at https://www.AudibleTrial.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at CarlaOndrasik.com

In this second part of the conversation, Dr. Scott Sherr returns to unpack one of the most fascinating compounds in modern mitochondrial medicine — methylene blue. Once used as the first FDA-approved antimicrobial drug, methylene blue is now being rediscovered as a powerful mitochondrial optimizer that helps the body both produce and detoxify energy at the same time. Dr. Sherr breaks down how it enhances ATP production, improves focus, endurance, and recovery, and even helps with travel fatigue and brain fog. He explains how methylene blue works at the cellular level, why quality and dosing matter, and clears up common myths and controversies — including its relationship with nitric oxide, serotonin, and safety concerns. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or anyone seeking more consistent, sustainable energy, this episode will help you understand how to use methylene blue safely and effectively to support performance and longevity. Follow Scott @drscottsherr Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:01 What Is Methylene Blue? — A 150-year-old molecule repurposed for mitochondrial health 02:13 From Blue Jeans to Medicine — The strange evolution from textile dye to the first FDA-approved drug 04:48 How It Works — The only compound that helps your cells both make and detoxify energy 06:52 Cyanide Antidote — How methylene blue restores mitochondrial function, even in toxin exposure 09:05 Real-World Results — Patient stories of fatigue recovery and performance optimization 11:34 Who It's For — From chronic illness to high performers seeking clean energy 13:31 Performance & Recovery Benefits — Endurance, anaerobic performance, and muscle recovery 16:18 Recovering Faster, Training Harder — How methylene blue enhances oxygen use and heart rate recovery 18:20 How to Cycle It — When and how often to take methylene blue for best results 20:31 Travel & Jet Lag Protocols — How methylene blue acts like oxygen at altitude and in airplanes 23:29 Methylene Blue for the Everyday Person — Calm, clean energy without the crash 26:33 The Importance of Quality & Purity — How to identify pharmaceutical-grade methylene blue and avoid contaminants 27:57 What to Look for in a Supplement — USP grade, certificates of analysis, and testing standards 30:51 Counterfeit Supplements & Amazon Scams — Why most methylene blue products don't meet purity claims 33:54 How to Take It — Solubility, timing, and why troches work best 36:09 Stacking with Red Light Therapy — Synergy between methylene blue and photobiomodulation 39:10 Dosage Guidelines — How to titrate, start low, and find your personal sweet spot 42:08 Who Should Avoid It — Blood pressure medications, SSRIs, pregnancy, and other contraindications 43:48 Clearing Up the Controversy — Why experts disagree on nitric oxide and serotonin effects. 45:23 The Nitric Oxide Debate — How dose determines whether methylene blue helps or hinders 47:51 Blue Brain Myths & Social Media Clickbait — The truth about the "blue brain" narrative 49:30 Final Thoughts — Safe dosing, cycling, and the future of mitochondrial optimization ----- Episode resources: Part one "The #1 Thing Killing Your Mitochondra & How to Stop it Today" Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at Troscriptions.com/everforward

In this moving Veterans Day episode of Ever Forward Radio, retired Air Force Lt. Col. Benjamin Forest opens up about his personal battle with depression, grief, and identity loss after 25 years of service — and how psychedelics became a catalyst for healing, love, and authentic living. He and Chase explore the mental-health crisis among veterans, the epidemic of loneliness and suppressed emotion in men, and how plant medicine, breathwork, and community can help reconnect us to meaning and purpose. Forest shares insights from his book Trip of a Lifetime: The Psychedelic Guide to Healing, Loving & Living, explaining that true recovery requires vulnerability, relational healing, and learning to open the heart — whether through psychedelics or other integrative practices. Follow Ben @benjamin.forest.bliss Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Introduction & U.S. mental-health statistics 02:22 – A cultural depression: loneliness, disconnection & anxiety 04:29 – Playing a role vs. discovering the authentic self 07:07 – The military, identity, and emotional suppression 10:30 – Masculinity, vulnerability, and the loneliness epidemic 13:00 – Grief, alcohol, and the cost of unprocessed emotion 15:30 – Healthy masculinity and belonging after service 18:00 – The biology of belonging & the need for community 20:10 – Losing identity and brotherhood after leaving the military 23:10 – Lessons learned from 25 years in uniform 24:30 – Healing, loving, and living: wounds and relational repair 27:30 – Learning to love well and open the heart 28:45 – Doing life "right" and rediscovering joy 31:00 – Psychedelics as heart-openers & catalysts for healing 34:30 – Veterans leading the way for psychedelic legalization 38:40 – Alternatives to psychedelics: breathwork & somatic therapy 44:00 – Integration: applying lessons after the trip 46:50 – The danger of ego, money, and misuse in plant-medicine circles 49:50 – Writing Trip of a Lifetime and lessons learned 54:30 – Advice to young service members: asking for help is strength 56:16 – What "Ever Forward" means to Benjamin Forest ----- Episode resources: Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more about Benjamin

This episode is brought to you by Troscriptions. Tired, drained, and ready for a change? You are not alone. In fact, 94% of Americans experience some degree of mitochondrial dysfunction that is possibly leading to unwanted symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, and even poor mental health. In this episode with Dr. Scott Sherr, MD you will learn how modern life has made us evolutionarily unfit for our environment, and why living in constant fight-or-flight mode leads to what he calls "the sympathetic spiral of doom." Together, we explore early warning signs of cellular decline, the link between mood and mitochondria, and practical strategies for restoring balance — from better sleep and parasympathetic recovery to optimizing nutrition and lab testing. This episode is a masterclass in understanding your body's energy systems and how to reclaim your vitality at the cellular level. Follow Scott @drscottsherr Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:01 What Is Mitochondrial Dysfunction? — 94% of U.S. adults struggle with energy and detoxification. 01:28 Meet Dr. Scott Sherr — His background in internal medicine and health optimization. 04:00 The Science of ATP — How your body creates 150 pounds of energy every day — and the hidden cost. 06:58 What's Breaking Our Mitochondria — Sugar, medications, toxins, and chronic stress. 09:28 Why We're Not Built for Modern Life — Evolutionary mismatch and constant overstimulation. 12:52 Energy Production vs. Detoxification — The "plumbing" analogy that explains cellular backup. 15:48 Early Warning Signs — Fatigue, mood swings, slow recovery, and why energy equals emotion. 20:59 You Can Feel Fine and Still Be Unhealthy — Why "not sick" doesn't mean "optimized." 24:53 Optimizing Cellular Health — Nutrient testing, heavy metals, inflammation, and resilience between ages 21–30. 27:54 The #1 Mitochondrial Killer: Stress — Why sympathetic overdrive is the hidden threat to energy. 30:41 The Sympathetic Spiral of Doom — How stress hormones shut down energy production. 35:59 Breaking the Spiral — Awareness, HRV, recovery, and restoring nervous system balance. 41:46 The Role of Safety and GABA — How feeling unsafe keeps you stuck in fight-or-flight. 46:49 Biohacks That Actually Work — GABA, sauna, sleep, and Dr. Sherr's nightly recovery ritual. 49:31 Modeling Health for the Next Generation — Mindfulness, meditation, and leading by example. 53:15 Ever Forward — Energy as currency and the art of being both present and progressing. ----- Episode resources: Take the energy quiz and see how Troscriptions can help you take your life back. Use code EVERFORWARD at checout. Watch and subscribe on YouTube

Olivia Amitrano — founder of Organic Olivia and now recording artist OLIVIA — returns to explore the art of reinvention, inner child healing, and overcoming the fear of the unknown. Olivia opens up about shedding the identity that built her success, rediscovering creativity through play, and learning to trust herself again after a period of deep change. She shares how solo travel, sobriety, and stillness led her back to her truest self, and how embracing imperfection and presence opened the door to her next evolution as an artist. Together, we discuss the courage it takes to outgrow old versions of yourself, why creative play is medicine, and how being present — not perfect — is the ultimate definition of living Ever Forward. Follow Olivia @oliviaamitrano Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Introduction & Welcome Back, Olivia 02:00 – Reflecting on Growth Since the First Interview 04:00 – "This Is Not the Last Thing You'll Create" — Letting Go of Old Identities 06:00 – Rediscovering Self-Trust Through Solo Travel and Sobriety 10:00 – Meeting New Versions of Yourself in Change 12:00 – Building Self-Trust Through Small, Consistent Promises 14:00 – Recognizing When a Season Is Ending or Beginning 16:00 – Overcoming Fear by Doing It Anyway 18:00 – Showing Up Scared and Breaking Creative Superstitions 19:30 – The Inner Child as a Guide to Wholeness 22:00 – Understanding the Inner Child Through Internal Family Systems 28:00 – Early Childhood Wounds and How They Shape Adulthood 31:00 – The Power of Play, Curiosity, and Wonder in Healing 36:00 – Unlearning Perfectionism and the "Inner Manager" 39:00 – Reconnecting With Creativity and Letting Go of Control 42:00 – Play as Presence and the True Nature of Creativity 44:00 – Parenthood, Presence, and Play as Medicine 46:00 – Art as a Healing Practice and Path to Wholeness 50:00 – Redefining Success, Rest, and the Value of "Nothingness" 54:00 – Minimalism, Money, and the Courage to Start Over 56:00 – Honoring the Women in Her Lineage and Choosing Freedom 59:00 – Meeting Yourself Again: The Power of Stillness and Solitude 01:04:00 – Serving Others Through Your Unique Gifts 01:08:00 – Writing "All This Time" for Her Inner Child 01:12:00 – Creative Channeling, Flow, and Letting Go of Perfection 01:16:00 – Embracing Every Version of Yourself Through Music 01:18:00 – Redefining "Ever Forward": From Growth to Presence ----- Episode resources: Save 20% on my favorite CBD products at https://www.CuredNutrition.com/everforward Save 50% on any diagnostic lab at https://www.JoiAndBlokes.com/chase Save 15% on the Coffee Booster with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube Olivia's first epsiode on Ever Forward Radio in ep 784

This episode is brought to you by Audible, Fatty15 and LMNT. Today I we sit down with psychotherapist and author Jessica Baum to explore how our earliest attachment patterns and trauma bonds shape the way we love, connect, and heal. Drawing from her groundbreaking new book SAFE: A Process for Creating Safe and Intimate Relationships with Yourself and Others, Jessica explains how the body stores implicit memory, why safety—not strength—is the gateway to healing, and how we can transform our nervous system responses to build secure, authentic relationships. Together, Chase and Jessica dive into the neuroscience of trauma healing, the difference between familiar love and real safety, the role of co-regulation, and how facing your own fears of abandonment can lead to the deepest peace and connection you've ever known. Follow Jessica @jessicabaumlmhc Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Why we repeat unhealthy relationship patterns 02:00 – How childhood attachment and body memory shape love 04:00 – Safely feeling what we've suppressed 06:00 – When healing triggers hidden trauma 07:30 – Safety as the gateway to true healing 10:00 – The science of trauma healing and earned security 13:30 – Safe love vs. familiar love 15:30 – Vulnerability, intimacy, and doing the work 17:00 – Healing while single vs. within a relationship 18:00 – Finding anchors: people who help you feel safe 19:30 – Why we crave love even after pain 20:50 – Mistaking intensity for love and trauma bonding 23:30 – Starting the work and finding support 25:00 – How to "therapy yourself" and identify core wounds 27:00 – How trauma lives in the body 30:00 – The nervous system, polyvagal theory, and safety cues 33:00 – Understanding nervous system states (ventral, sympathetic, dorsal) 35:00 – Co-regulation and energetic connection 38:00 – How to recognize a trauma bond 41:00 – Learning to be safe alone 43:00 – Healing abandonment and generational patterns 47:00 – Revisiting childhood wounds without parents 50:00 – Parenting, awareness, and intergenerational healing 52:00 – "It's not your fault, but it is your responsibility" 54:00 – Talking to your inner child and resourcing safety 56:00 – Anchors, inner and outer, for emotional regulation 59:00 – Revisiting painful memories and integrating trauma 01:00:30 – How trauma healing improves physical health 01:03:00 – Compassion, memory, and changing your past 01:06:00 – The role of compassion in creating safe relationships 01:09:00 – The science and humility behind SAFE 01:13:00 – Redefining "Ever Forward": slowing down to heal ----- Episode resources: Get Jessica's book for FREE with your 30-day trial of Audible Get an additional 15% off the already discounted 90-day starter kit of C15:0 essential fatty acids at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Get a FREE variety sample pack of LMNT electrolytes with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube

This episode is brought to you by Caldera Lab, Legion Athletics and Cured Nutrition. In this high-energy episode, I sit down with Carl Daikeler, co-founder and CEO of BODi (formerly BeachBody), to uncover what it truly takes to stay fit, healthy, and motivated at any age—especially after 40. Carl shares the honest truth about hating workouts, why consistency trumps complexity, and how his own struggles inspired the creation of Shakeology and countless effective fitness programs. From breaking the myth of "more is better" to championing the power of 25-minute workouts, Carl explains how to build muscle, lose fat, and achieve longevity without perfection. He reveals how accountability, community, and mindset drive real transformation—and how the best way to help yourself might be by helping someone else. Whether you're looking to get shredded, manage weight over 40, or just finally stick to a routine, this episode is packed with practical, sustainable advice. Follow Carl @carldaikeler Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Intro and why this episode matters 01:18 – Carl's mission: help people get healthy with minimal daily effort 03:35 – The water ski test for longevity at 61 04:23 – Accountability: the real key to transformation 06:04 – Starting small: 100 squats, 50 pushups, save a life 07:53 – Why leading by example isn't enough—lead by invitation 10:22 – Carl admits he hates working out (and how he still does it daily) 13:09 – Shakeology: solving his own problem with vegetables 16:06 – The importance of quality and integrity in supplements 17:34 – The Body difference: short, effective workouts that stick 19:42 – Physical poverty: Carl's metaphor for neglecting your body 23:50 – Just show up: the spoon and starfish stories 26:12 – Why helping others makes you more accountable 27:18 – How Carl shaped company culture around health 30:25 – Reducing temptation: removing the sugar minefield 34:25 – Fitness by decade: what changes in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s 36:14 – Stop over-optimizing: why you don't need gadgets to succeed 37:30 – Power 90 to P90X: the foundation of scalable fitness 40:08 – Quantified vs qualitative health: how you feel matters 42:51 – Wine bottles to weights: Judy's lifestyle transformation 44:23 – Blue Zones, simplicity, and living past 100 45:47 – Carl's "secret sauce" for longevity: Don't quit 49:59 – Keeping it simple: what makes Body programs work 52:26 – Time under tension and progressive overload: the winning formula 53:22 – Fitness seasons: when to go hard, when to scale back 56:12 – The power of community and hybrid workout calendars 57:00 – Red flags in fitness: obsession with one modality 59:20 – Belvital: a hormone health game-changer for women 01:00:54 – New P90X Generation Next and what's coming in 2026 01:02:33 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Get 20% off the Hair Care system with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com BOGO sale on Whey+ protein powder, 20% off entire first purchase with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.LegionAthletics.com 20% off Serenity Gummies with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CuredNutrition.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Cured Nutrition and Caldera Lab. In this episode of Ever Forward Radio, I sit down with renowned Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Susan Chobanian, MD—widely known as the Queen of Rhinoplasty—to uncover the truth behind nose jobs, revision surgery, and the emotional impact of plastic surgery. We explore everything from teen rhinoplasty and ethnic considerations to botched procedures, non-surgical nose jobs, and the crucial connection between aesthetic surgery and mental health. Dr. Chobanian shares what truly makes a great rhinoplasty candidate, why she champions the often-overlooked "closed" technique, and how the nose—more than any other feature—can define identity, confidence, and success. Follow Dr. Chobanian @drchobanian Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 02:15 – Why People Seek Nose Jobs 05:30 – Age Considerations: How Young is Too Young? 08:40 – Identity, Ethnicity & The Nose 12:15 – When Rhinoplasty Goes Wrong 16:45 – Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty 20:50 – Global Trends & Medical Tourism Risks 24:20 – The Rise of Liquid Rhinoplasty 27:10 – Managing Patient Expectations 30:00 – Functional vs. Cosmetic Surgery 32:40 – Surgical Red Flags & Healing Protocols 36:30 – The Role of Mental Health in Plastic Surgery 40:10 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Get 20% off my favorite men's skincare products with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.CalderaLab.com 20% off Flow and Serenity gummies at https://www.CalderaLab.com/everforward FREE electrolyte sample pack with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube

This episode is brought to you by Legion, Fatty15, Joi and Blokes, and Audible. Today we sit down with hormone expert and bestselling author Dr. Mariza Snyder, DC to unpack the misunderstood phase of perimenopause—a time of powerful transition that affects every woman but is rarely talked about with clarity and compassion. Mariza defines what perimenopause really is (and how early it can begin), while highlighting symptoms like brain fog, mood shifts, energy crashes, and stubborn weight gain that are too often misdiagnosed or ignored. Drawing from both science and personal experience, she explains how estrogen impacts everything from mental clarity to metabolism, and why muscle mass and metabolic health are non-negotiables after 40. If you're a woman navigating this stage—or someone who loves one—this episode will leave you feeling informed, validated, and ready to thrive in your next chapter. Follow Mariza @drmariza Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- In this episode we discuss... 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Mariza Snyder 02:15 – What is Perimenopause? How It Differs from Menopause 05:00 – Early Symptoms Most Women Miss 08:20 – Estrogen and the Brain: Why It Matters for Energy & Mood 11:45 – Dr. Mariza's Personal Journey into Perimenopause 15:30 – Hormone Imbalance or Just Life? How to Tell the Difference 18:50 – The Power of Muscle: Weight Gain, Insulin, and Aging 21:30 – Lifestyle Shifts: Movement, Sleep, and Metabolic Health 25:00 – Natural Solutions vs. Hormone Therapy: What's Right for You? 28:45 – The Critical Role of Cycle Tracking and Lab Testing 32:10 – Why Women Over 40 Need to Prioritize Self-Advocacy 36:00 – Dr. Mariza's Go-To Daily Practices for Hormone Health 39:20 – Final Thoughts: You're Not Broken—You're Transforming ----- Episode resources: Save 20% on creatine gummies with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.LegionAthletics.com Save an additional 15% on the 90-day starter kit of C15:0 essential fatty acids at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Get 50% off hormone labs with at https://www.JoiAndBlokes.com/chase FREE 30-day audiobook trial at https://ww.AudibleTrial.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Learn more at DrMariza.com