Her Time, Her Health with Dr. Jila

Mitochondrial health is having a moment, and for good reason. In this conversation, Dr. Jila sits down with Dr. Siobhan Mitchell, Chief Science Officer at MitoQ, to explore how our cellular energy systems shape everything from cognition and aging to hormone balance and long term vitality. With a background that spans neuroscience, metabolism, mood, behavior, and global clinical research, Dr. Mitch...

Tune in as Dr. Jila opens up an honest and compassionate conversation about the hormonal language of midlife. Instead of viewing symptoms as something to fear or dismiss, she reframes them as signals from the body that deserve attention, curiosity, and care. Through a powerful patient story and decades of clinical insight, Dr. Jila explores why so many women are misdiagnosed or brushed aside, how...

Today is all about longevity as Dr. Jila sits down with globally recognized longevity dietitian and author Ella Davar, RD, to explore how gut health, nutrition, and mindfulness shape the way women age. Ella shares her journey from clinical nutrition to developing the Gut Brain Method, a science-based approach that blends diagnostics, personalized nutrition, and emotional awareness to help women un...

In this empowering episode Dr Jila welcomes her friend and fellow women’s health expert Dr Mariza Snyder for a deep and honest conversation about perimenopause, midlife hormones, and what women truly deserve in this chapter of life.  Dr Mariza shares her own journey, the science behind what she calls the second puberty, and the real reasons so many women feel dismissed, confused, or overwhelmed du...

Join Dr. Jila today as she explores the true meaning of longevity: beyond numbers and age. She dives into how midlife can be redefined as a time of recalibration, not crisis, and how women can take charge of their health span through strength training, sleep, balanced nutrition, and strong social connection.     From muscle mass and metabolism to cognitive and emotional vitality, Dr. Jila shares e...

Dr. Jila brings on friend and fellow specialist Dr. Catherine Johnson to recap the 2025 Menopause Society meeting. Since Dr. Jila couldn’t attend this year she gets a download on the biggest new findings in perimenopause and menopause science including the FDA approval of a new non-hormonal drug for hot flashes and sleep, updated thinking on cardiovascular risk in midlife, misinformation around ho...

Postpartum and perimenopause may feel decades apart, but they speak the same hormonal language. In this solo deep dive, Dr Jila explains why so many women experience the same brain fog, anxiety, sleep changes, mood swings, and identity shifts after giving birth and again in midlife. She breaks down the hormonal physiology behind both seasons, why the medical system still treats them as unrelated,...

Dr. Jila welcomes back Dr. Liz Kazarian for part two of their powerful conversation on women’s health across every stage of life. In this episode, they explore how social media is transforming medical education, the importance of strength training for women, and the impact of diet culture on confidence and long-term wellness.     Dr. Liz also shares her insights on alcohol use, lifestyle balance,...

Time for us to discuss genitourinary syndrome of menopause, also known as GSM. This condition affects nearly half of postmenopausal women yet often goes undiagnosed and untreated.  Dr. Jila explains what GSM is, why it happens, and how it can lead to symptoms like dryness, discomfort with intimacy, frequent urinary tract infections, urgency, and even leakage. More importantly, she shares why these...

We are so excited to share this episode today as Dr. Jila sits down with Dolores Catania, a cast member of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, philanthropist, and outspoken women’s health advocate, for a candid and conversation about menopause and the importance of breaking stigma.  Dolores shares her personal journey through menopause, the struggle of finding knowledgeable providers, and how misin...

In this episode Dr. Jila dives into a groundbreaking moment for women’s health: the FDA’s open forum on hormone therapy and the future of boxed warnings. She breaks down what was discussed, why it matters, and how the latest evidence is reshaping the conversation around estrogen, menopause, and personalized care. From clearing up old misconceptions to looking ahead at what the FDA’s next steps cou...

Join Dr. Jila today as she sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and women’s health advocate Cindy Eckert, founder and CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals. Known for breaking barriers and reshaping conversations around female sexual health, Cindy shares her incredible journey from launching the first FDA-approved treatment for low sexual desire in women to reclaiming and relaunching it on her own terms...

Why does it feel like your body is changing overnight in perimenopause? In this episode Dr. Jila breaks down the science behind weight gain during menopause from the hormonal shifts that change fat distribution to the difference between visceral and subcutaneous fat.  She explains why the scale and BMI don’t always tell the full story, what “skinny fat” really means, and how muscle mass, sleep, st...

In today’s episode Dr. Jila dives into one of the most common questions she hears: what’s the difference between oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) and hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?  She breaks down how these two treatments use hormones for very different purposes, depending on age and stage of life. From managing painful periods, endometriosis, and contraception in younger women, to relieving h...

This week Dr. Jila sits down with her longtime friend Rashid for an open and honest conversation about menopause from a husband’s perspective. While women often carry the burden of symptoms in silence, Rashid shares what it’s like to be on the other side — confused, unprepared, and wanting to help but not knowing how.  Together, they break down the emotional, physical, and relational challenges th...

Tune in to this listener driven episode as Dr. Jila tackles more thoughtful questions from the community. From whether ATM mutation carriers can pursue hormone replacement therapy to the nuances of birth control pills in your 40s, Dr. Jila breaks down relative and absolute contraindications, transdermal versus oral estradiol options, and safe alternatives like progesterone only pills or IUDs combi...

Dr. Jila is joined in studio today by Colleen Wachob, co-founder of MindBodyGreen. Colleen shares her journey from launching the platform in 2009 with her husband Jason to relocating to Miami and pioneering integrative wellness. They dive into midlife women's nutritional needs, the benefits of creatine and protein supplements, and how personal experiences shaped MindBodyGreen's mission.     From p...

In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila shifts the spotlight to the often-overlooked perspective of partners during women’s midlife hormonal changes. With divorce rates in midlife soaring as high as 40-60%, Dr. Jila dives into the confusion and disconnect partners face when women navigate perimenopause and menopause. She explores the science behind mood swings, fatigue, and intimacy chal...

Dr. Liz Kazarian, MD, ABFM joins Dr. Jila for an inspiring conversation about the future of women's health, straight from the front lines of modern primary care. As a newly minted family physician with a passion for education, Dr. Liz shares how her generation is stepping up to change the way we talk about menopause, hormone therapy, sexual wellness, and preventive care. With honesty, warmth, and...

Time to get into the data! You hear that right, today Dr. Jila explores a recent study published by the Menopause Society Journal that finally puts data behind a phrase she hears every day in her practice, "I just do not feel like myself."  The study surveyed over 1,600 women between the ages of 35 and 55 and uncovered just how common it is to experience deep fatigue, mood swings, anxiety, low mot...

In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila answers some of your most pressing listener questions. From night sweats and sleep struggles to hormone confusion and unexpected weight gain, she breaks it all down with warmth, clarity, and compassion. You’ll learn why your body may be reacting the way it is, what the heck is going on with your hormones, and what you can actually do about it. This...

Tamsen Fadal joins the show to talk about reframing midlife, navigating menopause with confidence, and taking back control of your story. A trusted voice for women in transition, Tamsen is an award-winning journalist, speaker, and host of The Tamsen Show podcast. Her latest release, the New York Times bestseller How to Menopause: Take Charge of Your Health, Reclaim Your Life, and Feel Even Better...

In today’s episode, Dr. Jila takes on one of the most common and frustrating myths in women's healthcare. The idea that you are too young to be experiencing hormone shifts or to consider hormone therapy. If you have ever left a provider's office feeling dismissed, confused, or told it is just stress, this conversation is for you!  Dr. Jila breaks down what perimenopause can really look like, how i...

In today’s episode, Dr. Jila Senemar shares the story behind her new concierge practice, Jila MD. After decades of caring for women through every stage of life, she realized the traditional model of care was no longer meeting the needs of midlife women. The quick fifteen minute visits, the lack of time for meaningful conversations, and the narrow definition of wellness simply were not enough.  Dr....

In this episode of Her Health, Her Time, Dr. Jila dives into the often-overlooked and misunderstood symptoms of perimenopause and menopause that women in their 30s and 40s may experience. From hot flashes and irregular cycles to fatigue, mood changes, and unexpected sensations like tingling or inflammation, Dr. Jila explores how these symptoms can be mistaken for stress or other conditions.     Sh...