Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

Do you feel like your body is changing, but no one ever explained why? You suspect perimenopause, but you're not sure, because you know nothing about it.  We cover: Why most women are completely unprepared for menopause The key hormones driving your symptoms (and when they start declining) The real definition of menopause and when it happens The stages of perimenopause and what changes to expect T...

What if most of what we've been told about hormone therapy was based on the wrong population, the wrong hormones, and the wrong timing? And what if 75% of women on HRT today are either under-dosed or over-dosed… because no one is actually testing? We cover: Why the largest menopause study does not apply to healthy perimenopausal women The "test, don't guess" philosophy Which tests are best to pers...

Have you ever tried to get your sleep routine on, sort out your hormones, and curb your cravings… and felt like none of it sticks? What if the real issue isn't your discipline, your diet, or your willpower… but your nervous system? We cover: What is nervous system regulation and why it's the foundation in menopause How your nervous system acts like a "lens" that changes how you see the world, from...

Has your doctor told you your cholesterol is "too high" and it's time to take a statin, but you're other markers are squeaky clean, you're living a healthy diet and lifestyle, stress is under control, so you're a little skeptical why you're offered medication based on one number alone? We cover: Why atherosclerosis is a silent, decades-long process, and why symptoms often appear far too late How m...

Are you doing all the right things, lifting weights, eating well, taking supplements, even taking hormones… but still not seeing improvements in your bone health? Have you ever wondered if the hamster wheel you're living on - all the stress and the horrible sleep, and how that could be affecting your bones? We cover: How chronic stress and cortisol affect bone health Why type of sleep that's essen...

Have you been told by your doctor that "your labs are normal" and everything is fine, but you still feel like garbage? And things are just not adding up. You're feeling dismissed, stressed and/or confused about what your body truly needs in perimenopause and menopause…then this episode is for you. We cover: Why menopause care is failing women, and how to stop medical gaslighting in its tracks The...

Have you ever wondered why your desire feels slower than your partner's…and started to question if something is wrong with you? Or maybe you love your partner deeply, but intimacy feels rushed, pressured, or just not as fun as it used to be…which may be years or decades ago? We Cover Why female arousal takes so long  and why rushing intimacy often kills desire The biggest communication mistake cou...

Can you really balance your hormones…or do we need to do something deeper? And what if menopause isn't the breakdown of your body, but a wake-up call to heal patterns you've been carrying for decades? Maybe it isnt just menopause? We cover: Why hormones are often the effect, not the root cause How chronic stress depletes estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone Physiological vs supraphysiological...

Have you been told that hormone therapy protects your bones, but no one explained how or when it actually works? Or maybe you've heard the opposite, that HRT is risky and should only be used as a last resort? We cover: Why estrogen plays a critical role in bone remodeling What happens to bone density during menopause What the research shows about HRT and fracture risk Who may benefit most from hor...

Is menopause really about hormones… or is it exposing something much bigger about how our culture treats aging women? If you've ever felt invisible, dismissed, or suddenly just like "less relevant" as your body changed, then this episode is for you. We cover: Why menopause is a social transition, not just a hormonal event How internalized ageism can shorten lifespan and impact health outcomes The...

Are you looking to add some spice back into your love life? Have you been doing the same boring routines with your partner and just cant take it anymore?    We cover: What the body and mind must feel before it can fully open to pleasure What shifts expose long-standing intimacy and communication gaps The "inhale push" breathing technique and how it increases sensation  Where to get started when yo...

Are your skincare products "kinda working"… but not really working like they used to? And what if the real issue isn't the ingredients, but your skin cells being too exhausted to respond? Then that would mean we need a different approach. If you're curious about stem cells and exosomes, and how to find them and use them, then this episode is for you. We Cover • What causes skin cells to become "ex...

Are you taking calcium but still unsure if it's actually helping your bones? Or maybe you're lifting weights now and wondering if you're even giving your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild? We cover: The three main nutrients that are  foundational for bone structure and strength Why calcium alone is not enough to prevent bone loss The roles of vitamins and trace minerals and which ones you nee...

Do you think that your metabolism "just slows down with age," especially in menopause? Well then get ready to have your mind blown. Today I sit down with the incredible Dr. William Li, who is a world-renowned physician and researcher. We cover • Whether the "midlife metabolic crash" is myth or truth • The surprising reality of metabolism across your entire lifespan • What slows metabolism more… ag...

BRIAN KEANE Have you noticed that what worked in your 20s and 30s suddenly doesn't work anymore, no matter how "perfectly" you eat or how many workouts you squeeze in? Then this episode with fitness and nutrition expert Brian Keane is for you. We cover: What's more important - training or nutrition? The 3 most important points you need in every workout  What's the biggest lever that improves metab...

Are you waking up in the middle of the night with your heart racing and your mind wide awake? Are you being told to fast, cut carbs, lift heavy or just "push through," but your body actually is getting worse instead of better? Today we unpack hypoglycemia in midlife women and how it's totally misunderstood. We cover: Why low blood sugar is often misunderstood, and why common advice can backfire Wh...

Have you ever looked at your workout routine and thought, "I'm moving… but is this actually helping my bones?" Or maybe you're doing all the right things yet still told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis…and you're scared. We cover: Why walking alone isn't enough to build bone What force is needed to  stimulate bone growth The best exercises for hips, spine, and wrists How to train safely with os...

Have you heard about the DUTCH test or urine testing for hormones , but when you saw the price you were shocked? You hear that it's important, but not sure if it's worth the price and are looking for alternatives. Then this episode is for you. Today I'm sitting down with my biohacking buddie Dr Amy Killen, who is a leader in women's health, regenerative medicine and longevity, and just spent six m...

Are you doing "all the right things" for menopause but still feel like your body didn't get the memo? Have you ever wondered why some women suffer longer, harder, and with fewer answers during the menopause transition? Well, sometimes it's down to race and ethnicity.  We cover: Why menopause symptoms last dramatically longer for some women, and what the SWAN Study reveals about race, ethnicity, an...

Have you ever been told you have osteopenia and immediately felt your stomach drop? Or maybe you've never even had a bone scan and you're thinking, 'I feel fine, so my bones must be fine… right?'" Today is the first episode in a 5 part bone health series, and we are going to start with screening, interpretation, and context, because bone health is one of the most misunderstood, and underestimated,...

Do your legs feel heavy, swollen, or achy by the end of the day? Have you been told spider veins, cramps, or restless legs are just part of aging or menopause? In this episode, vein specialist David Rosen explains what these symptoms can actually mean, when they signal a real medical issue, and how to know if you need to take action. We cover:  What vein disease actually is and when to be concerne...

Dr. Leni Marseglia is a psychologist, sexologist, Master in Psychology and Psychopathology of Sexuality. bestselling author, and podcast host of the Italian series Vengo Anch'Io.  She is the founder and president of AISSFA - the International Association for Female Sexual Health and Anorgasmies. Her work focuses on the deep connection between sexual health and mental health, offering a holistic an...

                                                                                                                                                 Today we meet psychoanalyst Dr. Michael Bader who uncovers the mental blocks that silently shut down arousal in midlife and the surprising psychological technique that can actually bring your spark, and your erotic groove, back online. We cover: ·   Why a...

Have you ever wondered how menopause podcasters and menopause influencers actually make money? And have you ever caught yourself questioning whether a product being promoted is genuine… or just paid for? We cover: What actually goes into running a menopause podcast The main ways menopause podcasters and influencers monetize How affiliate links and discount codes really work My personal rules for s...

Do you feel like pain is just part of getting older? Maybe your back aches after a long day, your knees crack when you squat, or you've been told to "just stretch more", but it doesn't help. Then this episode is for you. Today's guest is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist - Megan Dahlman, and she is here to flip that script.  We Cover: The real reasons so many women experience pain in midlife...