Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill: Fat Loss, Hormones & Health for Women Over 40

Want to fix your sleep because you're sick of lying awake at 3 AM even though you've tried what seems like everything? You're doing everything "right" - eating clean, exercising, avoiding screens before bed, drinking herbal tea. You've invested in blackout curtains and the perfect mattress. Yet you're still staring at the ceiling, wondering why your body refuses to cooperate with your desperate ne...

Did you know that heart disease kills more midlife women than cancer, yet, most doctors aren't testing correctly? Heart disease is super close and personal to me. It's how I lost my dad when he was just 49…so it really hits home. Most of us think of men when we hear about heart attacks or heart disease, but did you know it's the #1 killer of women over 45? Yet most of us are completely focused on...

After 20 years of living with degenerative disc disease, 13 surgeries, and waking up in pain most mornings, I reveal the raw truth about what it's really like to navigate chronic pain while trying to maintain an active, vibrant life. From the day my leg stopped working completely to the upcoming surgery that could change everything, this deeply personal episode exposes the strategies that actually...

Is your dentist unknowingly poisoning you and destroying your health? That's the shocking question Dr. Michelle Jorgensen had to face when mysterious illness nearly ended her dental career at just 35 years old. After a decade of traditional practice, she developed devastating symptoms—brain fog so severe she couldn't remember patients' names, gut pain that made drinking water unbearable, and nerve...

Did you know that 50% of your hair disappears before you even notice it's thinning – AND – it might not just be because of hormones? Groundbreaking research reveals the real culprit: "zombie cells" accumulating in your scalp that literally sabotage your hair follicles from within. In this eye-opening conversation, Natalie sits down with Carolina, co-founder of OneSkin, to uncover the cellular scie...

What if the  free  solution to your stress, anxiety, and increased cortisol has been right under your nose this whole time?  Most women in midlife accept stress, poor sleep, and declining energy as inevitable parts of aging. But what if I told you that something you do 23,000 times a day—without thinking about it—holds the free key to transforming your nervous system, improving your sleep, extendi...

What if wearing a simple pendant could instantly strengthen your biofield and protect you from electromagnetic overwhelm? It can - and that's why I swear by mine!  In this conversation with Philip, founder of Leela Quantum Technology, we dive deep into the world of frequency medicine and quantum energy. We explore how wearing a quantum energy-infused necklace can de-stress the brain, improve mood,...

GLP-1's have become a major topic in wellness circles, often discussed by celebrities, influencers, and even your neighbors. However, misinformation and incorrect dosing are prevalent. What most people (even doctors) don't realize is that proper, smaller doses of these compounds (specifically semaglutide) offer remarkable benefits for inflammation, brain health, pain relief, and overall wellness....

Why is this 56-year-old nutrition expert taking vitamins that float instead of dissolve? Mareya Ibrahim-Jones's midlife journey reveals why most supplements fail – having not as much to do with the quality, but the way you are taking them. Learn why your collagen needs vitamin C to work, how coffee steals your magnesium, and why liposomal delivery gets nutrients directly into your cells instead of...

In this episode, former news anchor turned menopause advocate and New York Times best selling author, Tamsen Fadal (who I proudly call the "Menopause Queen"), reveals the shocking reality of women's healthcare during midlife transitions. With over 1 billion women expected to be in menopause by 2025, it's shocking how unprepared most feel. Tamsen shares her personal journey as a former news anchor...

Why are Americans so divided about the foods we eat? When I asked one simple question about food coloring on Instagram, people weren't just disagreeing with me—they were questioning my integrity, my intelligence, and even making assumptions about my political beliefs. All over food coloring. That's when I knew I needed to have a deeper conversation about why Americans have become so polarized abou...

In this episode, we explore the challenges and opportunities that midlife brings, focusing on how setbacks like divorce, empty nesting, or career changes can be turned into periods of transformation and growth. When our guests Joey and Lucy (hosts of the popular podcast Sweaty AF, met in a small London sauna five years ago, they were both going through the darkest chapters of their lives. Divorce...

Is the sun actually the ultimate anti-aging medicine they've been trying to keep from us? While we've been scared away from sunlight for decades, groundbreaking research reveals that specific light wavelengths might be the key to reversing the hallmarks of aging at a cellular level. But that expensive red light device you bought might be nothing more than a colorful lamp with zero therapeutic bene...

What happens when a lifelong vegan doctor realizes her "healthy" diet might actually be undermining her health and identity? Dr. Aimie Apigian spent over 30 years believing veganism was the pinnacle of healthy eating—until her midlife body had other plans. She shares her dramatic transformation from being a devoted vegan to becoming a full carnivore, challenging everything we think we know about o...

Choking down protein and still not seeing results? Your protein powder could actually be working AGAINST you after 40! What if everything you've been told about protein supplementation is completely wrong for midlife women? In this eye-opening episode, Natalie Jill interviews Angelo Keely, Co-Founder and CEO of Kion and renowned protein science expert, who reveals that after age 40, our bodies bec...

What if everything you've been told about your slowing metabolism is a complete lie? Ben Azadi, the "metabolism whisperer" who lost 80 pounds by completely rewiring his metabolic health, dismantles the myths keeping midlife women trapped in bodies that feel like they've betrayed them . Ben reveals why calorie-counting is a scam, how inflammation (not age) is blocking your fat loss, and why your me...

Mushroom coffee: you've seen the posts and heard the buzz, but what exactly is mushroom coffee and why are so many people, including me, raving about it? Joining me is the always insightful Wade Lightheart from BIOptimizers, who breaks down everything you need to know about the mushroom coffee hype. Wade explains why therapeutic doses of medicinal mushrooms—like lion's mane, reishi, cordyceps, and...

Does the thought of hormone replacement therapy make your head spin? Ever wonder why some midlife women are choosing to cycle hormones like they did in their 20s—even getting periods again? You're not alone. In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Salome Masghati reveals the shocking truth about static hormone dosing and how rhythmic hormone cycling could revolutionize your brain, bone, and cardiovasc...

Have toxic skin care myths been keeping the most powerful anti-aging element from us?! In this eye-opening episode Steve Revelli, head scientist at Silver Biotics, shares the surprising truth behind silver in skincare and wellness products. Most of us think of silver as jewelry or something that tarnishes, but this misunderstood element has powerful antimicrobial properties that can transform your...

Could the rhythm between your heartbeats be secretly predicting how long you'll live? The tiny variations happening inside your chest right now might be the most overlooked health metric in modern medicine. While most people obsess over cholesterol and blood pressure, researchers have discovered that heart rate variability (HRV) may be a more powerful predictor of your longevity, stress resilience...

Is your body being robbed of vital nutrients without you even realizing it? In this conversation, Dr. Jess shares her journey from conventional medicine to becoming a functional health crusader after the medical establishment labeled her a "disruptive physician" for questioning hospital practices. When chronic stress and professional battles triggered her own health crisis, she discovered the shoc...

Is the supplement you've been avoiding actually the key to aging powerfully? At 61, JJ Virgin is challenging everything midlife women have believed about creatine. In this eye-opening conversation, JJ explains why creatine isn't just for bodybuilders but might be essential for women's cognitive function, energy production, and even skin health after 40. She dives into how women naturally store les...

Is the "healthy" olive oil in your kitchen actually harming your body? Join Natalie Jill and TJ Robinson, The Olive Oil Hunter and founder of Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club, to uncover the disturbing truth about the olive oil industry. 70% of olive oils on American shelves aren't at all what they claim to be and most bottles have lost their health benefits before you even open them! TJ reveals how t...

Are parasites secretly stealing your energy and sabotaging your health? Back again to dive even deeper with "The Gut Genie" Laura Frontiero, to uncover the shocking truth about gut health, parasites, environmental toxins, and their connection to stubborn midlife weight gain and fatigue. Laura reveals why over 75% of people likely harbor parasites, yet most never connect them to their chronic fatig...

What if everything you've been told about probiotics is actually preventing you from healing your gut? In this conversation, Natalie Jill and Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, explore the often misunderstood world of gut health and probiotics. We tackle the common myths about probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, and shed light on the science behind spore-based probiotics. Learn...