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727: The Missing Link in Perimenopause: How to Rebuild Energy, Resilience & Hormonal Harmony with Dr. Deanna Minich

March 10, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Midlife is a time for rebirth… a time to come into who you truly are. 

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with the brilliant Dr. Deanna Minich to dive into how this stage of life can bring you to the best version of yourself after years of balancing roles, expectations, and responsibilities. 

Dr. Minich shares why midlife is the perfect time to rediscover your voice, clarify your needs, and define your non-negotiables so you can live the next chapter on your own terms. 

We’re reframing menopause not as an ending, but as the beginning of a powerful second half of life filled with purpose and authenticity. 

Ready to reclaim your energy and step into midlife with clarity and confidence?  Tune in here! 

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Deanna Minich, PhD, MS, CNS, IFMCP

Deanna Minich is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, educator, and author with over 25 years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary supplement industries. She’s the Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, and has written seven books and over 50 scientific publications. Her work aims to help others live well by using therapeutic lifestyle changes that impact their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Uncommon signs that you’re entering  perimenopause 
  2. The importance of musculoskeletal strength in midlife
  3. What’s really going on with female hormones in perimenopause 
  4. Setting boundaries in midlife in your relationships and career
  5. Balancing lifestyle changes and hormone replacement therapy for optimal results 
  6. How to navigate stress and manage your nervous system
  7. Finding your authentic self in perimenopause and beyond
  8. How to connect with Dr. Deanna for more midlife expertise 

QUOTES

“I think it’s a really powerful system and I think the best thing for women, no matter if you’re going through perimenopause, you’re just about to enter, or even if you’re post, it’s really connecting into that wisdom within that we have as the endocrine system.”

“There’s no way I could ever do women’s health on my own. I want to be connected to a collaborative, to a team, to other people in the space where we rise together and we really get the message out. So that’s what I’ve been doing.”

“Here’s the message for women: we all need a way to bring ourselves into better coherence, better emotional, mental status, like where we feel in the zone.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

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Dr. Deanna’s Website

Dr. Deanna on Instagram

Dr. Deanna on Facebook

Symphony Natural Health Website

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724: Age Like A Girl: Why Midlife Women Stop Shrinking and Start Leading with Dr. Mindy Pelz 

February 26, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

“There’s no better human on the planet to stand up for herself once she realizes how powerful she is than a menopausal woman.”

Wise words spoken by the wonderful Dr. Mindy Pelz, who joins the podcast to unpack what’s quietly shaping how we as women see ourselves, our bodies, and our worth. 

We explore how unresolved trauma biology impacts longevity, influencing everything from nervous system regulation to autoimmunity and cardiovascular health, especially in the post-menopausal years. 

This conversation validates what so many women are feeling right now: a shared awakening and a call to speak up and come together. Dr. Pelz reminds us that you can lead change without traumatizing your nervous systems. 

You’ll hear some empowering ways to alchemize frustration and grief into meaningful action through community and connection. 

Tune in here to join the conversation and learn to stand up for yourself in midlife and beyond! 

Mindy Pelz 

Dr. Mindy Pelz is a New York Times bestselling author and a globally recognized voice in women’s health, hormones, and aging. Her bestselling books, including her newest – Age Like A Girl– teach women how to sync with their hormones, harness the power of fasting, and age with strength and purpose. Through her top-rated The Resetter Podcast and YouTube channel, Dr. Mindy is leading a movement to reframe menopause as a time of awakening and help women step into the most powerful chapter of their lives. 

IN THIS EPISODE

1. The biology of trauma and its impact on women 

2. Addressing the patriarchal system in health care 

3. Tapping into your intuition, especially in perimenopause 

4. Rewriting the narrative in midlife and showing up for yourself 

5. Qualities to look for in a doctor and how to best advocate for yourself 

6.  Tips for owning your power amid the chaos going on today 

7. Having the hard conversations and coming together as strong, powerful women in midlife 

8. All you can gain from Dr. Mindy’s new book: Age Like a Girl 

QUOTES

“When you look at your health, you also need to look at your friend group. You need to look at your home environment. You need to look at the messaging you’re allowing into your brain. All of this really matters to the feminine body.”

“This rewire that happens at menopause is for our benefit because we can finally stand up for ourselves, we can gather with other women. This is the evolutionary explanation of menopause.”

“In all the research I’ve done on menopause, there’s no better human on the planet to stand up for herself once she realizes how powerful she is than a menopausal woman.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order my new book: The Perimenopause RevolutionHERE!

Order Dr. Mindy’s Book: Age Like a Girl HERE!

Dr. Mindy Pelz Website

The Resetter Podcast

Dr. Mindy on Socials: 

Instagram

TikTok

YouTube

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721: No, It’s Not All in Your Head: The Medical Truth About Perimenopause with Dr. Jila Senemar

February 17, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

What if midlife wasn’t a crisis to survive—but a turning point to optimize your health? 

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Jila Senemar, who breaks down what’s really happening in midlife and why preventative medicine is your greatest advantage. 

Instead of waiting for a diagnosis, we explore why being proactive with your hormones, heart, brain, and metabolic health can change the trajectory of your next decades. 

Dr. Jila reminds us that women’s health is rarely one-size-fits-all. Rather, it needs personalized, outside-the-box thinking. We talk about removing the shame, stigma, and outdated myths around perimenopause and menopause and celebrating this transition for what it truly is. 

Tune in here for honest insight and practical lifestyle shifts to help you thrive in midlife!

Jila Senemar, MD, FACOG, MSCP

Dr. Jila Senemar is a board-certified OB/GYN with over 20 years of clinical experience. She’s a certified menopause specialist, longevity physician, and proud mom of three, who’s helped thousands of women feel strong and healthy at any age. Dr. Jila blends the best of conventional medicine with cutting-edge holistic solutions. Her individualized patient plans combine conventional gynecology practices with holistic care, prioritizing metabolic health, hormone optimization, and lifestyle redesign.

IN THIS EPISODE

1. Recognizing initial symptoms of perimenopause 

2. The importance of prioritizing preventative medicine 

3. Addressing the biggest myths around perimenopause 

4. Supporting your body in ways you may not be used to during midlife 

5. How to shift the midlife and menopause conversation 

6. Setting yourself up for success before reaching menopause 

QUOTES

“I can be their gynecologist, and I can help them with the other components of their lifestyle modifications with exercise, nutrition, and hormonal optimization.”

“I’ve learned a lot just by going through it and what the method provided me, which is how to learn and listen to my body. It was so different than what I was used to, and I think we each need to find what works for us.”

“We need to change all of it. It’s normal. It needs to be celebrated. It is what it is. It’s part of us just being who we are… That’s our chemistry, that’s our biology.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Jila’s Website

Dr. Jila on Instagram 

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719: The Truth About Red Light Therapy: Benefits, Myths & How to Use It with Dr. Ari Whitten

February 10, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

What if the missing piece to your wellness journey wasn’t a supplement or a workout… but light?

In this podcast, we’re talking about one of the most underrated tools in health and hormone optimization: red light therapy.

Expert in the area, Ari Whitten, joins me to shine light on red light and all the ways it can boost your health and confidence long term. Ari is a bestselling author, a top podcast host, and one of the most trusted voices in the science of energy, mitochondria, and red light therapy.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why red light therapy is a game-changer for women in midlife
  • How it impacts your hormones, sleep, brain, skin, and fat metabolism
  • What most people get completely wrong about red light dosing
  • And how to avoid wasting money on the wrong devices

Ari’s here to cut through the wellness noise and deliver the truth—with clarity and science to back it up.

Tune in here for a deep dive into all red light therapy can do for you! 

Ari Whitten, M.S.

Ari Whitten is the founder of The Energy Blueprint and bestselling author of The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy and Eat for Energy. He has a B.S. in Exercise Science and a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. For over 30 years, he’s immersed himself in nutrition science, exercise physiology, and evolutionary biology, as well as cutting-edge areas like neuroscience, geroscience, circadian science, microbiome research, and more. He hosts The Energy Blueprint Podcast, and his books, online programs, coaching, and nutritional supplement line have helped thousands of people worldwide to optimize their health, energy, and longevity.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. What is red light therapy, and how can it benefit your health? 
  2. How to make time for red light therapy in your routine 
  3. The importance of high-quality red light therapy 
  4. Different red light devices for targeting your needs in the body 
  5. The science and studies behind red light therapy 
  6. How to maximize systemic benefits of red light therapy 
  7. About Ari’s book: The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy

QUOTES

“There’s an enormous amount of poor quality devices, worthless devices, junk devices on the market that are a waste of money that won’t do anything valuable.”

“If your interest is combating arthritis or affecting a certain muscle or tendon injury or ankle sprain or something like that, you want to focus on the dose of light delivered directly to those tissues. On the other hand, if you are interested in general anti-aging health longevity… The bigger concern is actually the total dose of light delivered to your overall body.”

“A lot of the focus is on the intensity of the light… But the other thing is: how big of a surface area is that intensity of light hitting? What is the total amount of light delivered to the tissue? That’s going to hugely impact those systemic effects like the release of stem cells into your circulation.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Energy Blueprint Website 

The Energy Blueprint Podcast

Order Ari’s book: The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy on Amazon HERE

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713: What Alcohol Really Does to Women’s Hormones, Sleep, and Metabolism

January 20, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Feel like hangovers are hitting harder than ever lately? 

In this episode, I’m unpacking why alcohol hits differently in perimenopause—and why that glass of wine you used to tolerate now leaves you feeling off for days. 

Even long after drinking, alcohol is still disrupting your brain chemistry, slowing your metabolism, and amplifying inflammation throughout your body. 

And as women’s alcohol consumption has quietly increased in recent years, understanding these hidden physiological shifts has never been more important. 

That’s why I’m breaking down what’s really happening to your body with each sip, especially during midlife hormonal changes. 

But don’t worry, I share my top tips for you to detox from alcohol successfully, curb cravings, and feel in charge of your body again. Tune in here to change your relationship with alcohol and feel more like yourself! 

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Why alcohol feels like it hits harder in midlife
  2. What a detox from alcohol can look like for you 
  3. The facts behind alcohol misuse and binge drinking 
  4. What really happens in a woman’s body when drinking alcohol 
  5. The symptoms of metabolic dysfunction brought on by drinking 
  6. My top recommendations for detoxing from alcohol  
  7. How to curb cravings and make non-alcoholic drinking more fun

QUOTES

“We’ve been sold a very expensive lie that alcohol helps us relax. And for years, I would’ve told you that it did just that, that that glass of red wine was self-care, that drinking was harmless.” 

“It’s not just a hangover anymore. It’s not just getting older. Alcohol is impacting your hormones, your brain, your sleep, and your metabolism.”

“In order to feed and heal your gut and your liver, we need a much-needed break, and alcohol simply cannot be included.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Check out my Blood Sugar-Friendly Mocktail Recipes HERE! 

Join my 7-Day Hormone & Metabolism Jumpstart HERE! 

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

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