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Hair thinning, drier skin, and other changes can become more noticeable during midlife, but what’s actually driving them? In this episode, Dr. Karen Koffler explores the role of hormones, lifestyle, and aging in hair and skin health, as well as what the science says about possible solutions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Midlife is a crucial time for women to build the foundation needed for healthy aging. In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas explores the science of longevity and healthspan, and the role bone health, muscle strength, hormones, and lifestyle play in helping women stay strong and independent as they age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep problems are one of the most common challenges women experience during midlife, but many don't realize what's behind them. In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas explores the role hormones, stress, and lifestyle play in sleep health, and explains why understanding what’s causing the disruption is the first step toward finding the right solution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Mood changes, brain fog, anxiety, and sleep disturbances are common during midlife, but many women don't realize why they happen or how to manage them. In this episode, Dr. Karen Koffler explores how hormonal shifts and the broader changes of midlife affect mental health, and why this stage of life can also be an opportunity for a reset. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sexual health is one of the least-discussed aspects of midlife, yet hormonal changes can affect desire, comfort, and intimacy. In this episode, Dr. Karen Koffler, Clinical Chair of Women's Health and Integrative Medicine at LifeMD, Director of Integrative and Functional Medicine at Miami Whole Health, and Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine, explains why these changes occur, ho...

Weight gain is one of the biggest frustrations women experience during menopause, but it's about more than the number on the scale. In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas explains how hormonal changes affect weight and metabolism, why maintaining a healthy weight becomes more challenging during midlife, and the role nutrition, exercise, hormone therapy, and GLP-1 medications can play. See omnystudio.com/...

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can affect everything from mood and sleep to brain, bone, and heart health. Yet many women aren't sure what symptoms to expect, when to seek care, or whether hormone therapy is right for them. In this episode, Dr. Karen Koffler, Clinical Chair of Women's Health and Integrative Medicine at LifeMD, Director of Integrative and Functional Medicine at...

Hormones influence nearly every system in the body, affecting everything from bone health and metabolism to sleep, cognition, and sexual health. Yet many women don't realize just how central hormones are to their overall health, particularly during midlife. In this episode, Dr. Doug Lucas, Clinical Lead of Hormone Optimization and Longevity at LifeMD, explains why taking a whole-woman approach to...

Integrative medicine specialist Dr. Karen Koffler joins Kim Azzarelli to discuss major life transitions that are often misunderstood: perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Koffler explains the hormonal changes behind common symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and disrupted sleep, and shares practical ways to find relief through lifestyle changes, nutrition, and self-care. She also reframes this stage as...

Heavy incontinence can present unique physical, emotional, and social challenges—and it’s more common than many women think. In this episode, integrative medicine specialist Dr. Karen Koffler shares supportive guidance for managing heavier leaks, with expert tips on pelvic floor strength, product fit, and real-world strategies. The goal: to equip women with the knowledge and tools to l...

Bladder leaks are more common than many women realize—and happen earlier than you might think. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Karen Koffler, integrative medicine specialist, and break down what’s happening in the body and share effective tactics for managing symptoms with confidence and comfort. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning journalist Katie Couric has become one of the most public and vocal advocates for cancer awareness and research in the U.S. In this episode, she reflects on how personal experience shaped her commitment to early detection and discusses the advances in science and technology that are transforming women’s health today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fashion icon and philanthropist Diane von Furstenberg has spent her life empowering women to be “in charge.” In this episode, she reflects on aging and self-discovery, and on how confidence, connection, and kindness can shape a meaningful life and lasting legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For decades, Rear Admiral Susan Blumenthal, MD, has been at the forefront of advancing women’s health. Former Assistant Surgeon General of the US, and the nation’s first-ever Deputy Assistant Secretary for Women’s Health, she helped shift research, policy, and practice beyond “bikini medicine” to take in the full scope of women’s health needs. In this episode, D...

Neurodegenerative disease doesn’t begin in your seventies—it builds over a lifetime. In this episode, physician-scientist Dr. Fanny Elahi explores why women face a higher risk of Alzheimer’s, the connection between hormones, stress, and brain aging, and how her lab at Mount Sinai is advancing early detection with blood biomarkers. She also explains why menopause is a crucial time...

Strength training plays a critical role in women’s health, from building strong muscles and bones in early adulthood to slowing the losses that accelerate with menopause and age. In this episode, Dr. Rachel Tavel, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, explains why starting early matters, why it is never too late, and how simple strength training pract...

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes that influence everything from digestion and immunity to hormones and beyond. Dr. Suzanne Devkota, Director of the Cedars-Sinai Human Microbiome Research Institute and Associate Professor of the Division of Gastroenterology at Cedars-Sinai, joins us to explore what makes a microbiome healthy, how it changes across life stages and the everyday habits that c...

Metabolic health is the foundation for how well we age—and for women, it influences everything from energy and mood to hormone balance. In this episode, longevity expert Dr. Karen Koffler explores the fundamentals of metabolic health, the role of blood sugar stability, the impact of inflammation, and the connection between metabolism and hormones. She shares how small, intentional changes ca...

Period positivity begins with open, informed conversations—especially as girls and young women head into a new school year and a new stage of life. For many, getting a first period marks a transition from childhood to adolescence, a moment that can feel both exciting and awkward. In this episode, Dr. Charis Chambers—an OB-GYN with fellowship training in pediatric and adolescent gynecol...

Menstrual health is foundational to lifelong well-being. Education around periods is often inconsistent, stigmatized, or incomplete. In this episode we talk to Dr. Charis Chambers, an OB/GYN with fellowship training in pediatric and adolescent gynecology, and founder of The Period Doctor platform. From Dr. Chambers we learn how early education can build confidence, body literacy, and agency for gi...

Women’s health is dynamic—it’s an ongoing journey shaped by life stages and decisions that compound and build on one another over time. In this opening episode, we talk to longevity expert Dr. Karen Koffler and introduce a framework for understanding women’s health across life stages. From the first period to menopause and beyond, from brain and bone health to hormones, fit...

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Supporting women-owned businesses is a powerful way to advance women in the economy. And that’s something Walmart has been doing for years, by making products from women-owned businesses available in their stores. On International Women’s Day, we talk to the founders of two companies whose products can be found on Walmart's shelves: Gail Becker, the founder of Caulipower, and Kristen O'Meally and...

We could all use a good laugh right now—and with good reason. Laughter has the ability to relieve pain, boost mood, improve the immune system and even prolong life. We revisit this episode with clinical psychologist Dr. Jodi De Luca, who reveals the fascinating science behind this very human phenomenon, and how to get your daily ration of laughs. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.ihe...

As we transition back to working at the office and see other signs of normalcy, now is the perfect moment to think about how we’re working, what we’re doing and what we should ditch. We get great advice from career expert Nancy Collamer.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.