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679: This Is Why You’re Aging Faster (And How To Beat Disease Before It Begins) with Dr. Darshan Shah

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Episode Summary

Ready to not only live longer, but to live BETTER? 

In this episode, I’m joined by longevity expert Dr. Shah, where we dive into his journey in functional medicine and how he’s dedicated his career to educating patients on optimizing their healthspan. 

Dr. Shah breaks down the four key pillars of longevity that he uses in his practice to help his patients combat disease and illness to live better, more fulfilling lives

You’ll also learn simple, impactful lifestyle hacks—like eliminating ultra-processed foods, prioritizing self-care strategies, weaving in daily movement, and understanding how to balance stress and recovery. 

From understanding crucial biomarkers to track in midlife, to demystifying peptides at a cellular level– Dr. Shah is here to offer science-backed tips that will truly move the needle in helping you feel your best for years to come. Tune in here! 

Darshan Shah, MD

Dr. Darshan Shah is a health and wellness specialist, board-certified surgeon, published author, and founder of Next Health, the world’s first and largest Health Optimization and Longevity clinic. As a Longevity Medicine specialist, he’s worked with thousands of patients to help optimize their well-being and extend their healthspan. Dr. Shah earned his medical degree at the age of 21, becoming one of the youngest doctors in the US. He continued his training at the Mayo Clinic, opened medical/surgical centers throughout California, started four other companies in the Health and Wellness space, and has published a book. Dr. Shah’s passion is educating people on the topics of adding healthspan to your lifespan.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Dr. Shah’s journey to becoming a longevity expert 
  2. The importance of finding time in a busy schedule for self-care
  3. All about Dr. Shah’s functional medicine company, Next Health 
  4. Simple ways to add movement to your day 
  5. Defining longevity and how to optimize your life span 
  6. The 4 key pillars of longevity
  7. Key biomarkers of health to track in your 40s and beyond 
  8. How your gut microbiome impacts your overall health 
  9. What are peptides, and how can they benefit you? 
  10. Dr. Shah’s top lifestyle tips to truly move the needle for your health 

QUOTES

“The elimination of ultra-processed food will move the needle more than anything else you could potentially put into your body.”

“Now people have access to their data, but step two is having personal responsibility to understand what that data means, why it’s important, and following it yourself.” 

“There’s a balance that our biology needs to live under. It needs to have some stress, and it needs to have time to relax. It needs to have heavy exercise, but it also needs to have just light movement… You have to find where that balance lies in your own system and it’s always going to be changing. And you’re not going to know this until you check some of these biomarkers.” 

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Dr. Shah’s FREE guide to biomarkers

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Dr. Shah’s Website 

Next Health Website

Dr. Shah on Instagram

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678: How to Turn Perimenopause Into Your Metabolic Window of Opportunity + My Simple Daily Protocol To Feel Amazing

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Episode Summary

Feeling like your energy, vitality, and even your spark are slipping away without warning? You’re not alone!

As our hormones shift and metabolism changes, so many of us in midlife feel like we’re quickly losing momentum—and no one ever gave us a playbook for it. 

That’s why in this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening in your body, connecting the dots between your symptoms and your future health, and giving you the tools you need to feel like YOU in perimenopause

We’ll talk about why advocating for yourself is more important than ever, and how simple daily strategies can support your brain and metabolism for the long term.

Because here’s the truth: you deserve to feel in control and confident in this season of life! 

Plus, you won’t want to miss the latest scoop on my countless FREE bonuses you’ll get when you grab my new book, The Perimenopause Revolution.   

Tune in here so we can reclaim your health and energy—together!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. The benefits of optimizing your metabolic and brain health
  2. Understanding cellular energy and metabolism in perimenopause
  3. 5 core reasons women struggle in perimenopause 
  4. How often you should be getting routine labs and what they can tell you about your metabolism 
  5. How movement can mitigate brain-related symptoms 
  6. Why meals, stress, and sleep affect your daily energy 
  7. All about The Perimenopause Revolution and your FREE bonuses! 

QUOTES

“I believe a big part of our midlife journey involves creating daily habits that support and optimize our cellular energy, whether that is our brain health or our heart health, or even our bones, our gut, and our immune system.”

“It’s not about perfection because life just doesn’t work like that. It’s about being strategic, it’s about being sustainable, and it’s about being hormone smart.” 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution book HERE with over $700 worth of FREE bonuses included (meal plans, recipes, workouts, lab ranges, cycle changes, and a symptom tracker… and so much more!)  

Get my FREE Metabolic Assessment guide HERE

Midlife Metabolism and Hormone Reset Course 

Shop my favorite Essentially Whole Supplements 

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674: Invisible ADHD: The Real Reason So Many Smart Women Are Misdiagnosed And How to Finally Get Answers with Shanna Pearson

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Episode Summary

What if you’ve been misdiagnosed or mismedicated for your symptoms, and it took until reaching midlife to figure it out?

That’s exactly what happened with today’s podcast guest, ADHD expert Shanna Pearson, so she’s here to shed light on the real reasons so many women are misdiagnosed for so much of their lives.  

We dive into how ADHD symptoms can mimic other mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, making it even harder for women to get the right diagnosis and support. 

Together, we explore why we as women don’t always “fit the mold” of ADHD and how cultural expectations have kept our symptoms invisible for too long. Plus, you’ll get top tips for managing symptoms of overwhelm and hyperactivity at any stage of life. 

Tune in to make the most of your midlife, and to ensure you’re getting the care and support you need to thrive!

Shanna Pearson

Shanna Pearson is Founder and Director of Expert ADHD Coaching, the world’s largest one-on-one ADHD coaching company, which has administered successful coaching sessions for tens of thousands of clients. Shanna struggled with her own ADHD without realizing it for most of her life, so she now helps others navigate their ADHD diagnoses with ease and confidence. Her new book, Invisible ADHD, offers over 100 proven tools uniquely tailored for the ADHD brain that have transformed thousands of lives over 20+ years. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Helping women prioritize taking care of their mental health 
  2. Addressing the lack of research on women with ADHD 
  3. Gaining agency over your symptoms and tips on advocating to your doctor to get what you deserve
  4. Telltale signs you may have ADHD and have been misdiagnosed 
  5. Setting boundaries and staying in alignment with your values 
  6. Why so many women realize they have ADHD in midlife 
  7. Recommendations for navigating a new ADHD diagnosis 
  8. Top tools that help make your life easier when dealing with overwhelm, hyperactivity, or other common symptoms of ADHD 

QUOTES

“A lot of women with ADHD and other challenges, even if it’s just major hormonal shifts, are being diagnosed or misdiagnosed with depression and anxiety, and then they’re being mismedicated.”

“They’re doing different things for women–a lot of that is internal. So they could be sitting there staring right at you and thinking about something completely different than what you’re talking about. It’s more about an internal hyperactivity versus an external hyperactivity.”

“Now we’re going through a phase of our life where there’s even less dopamine in an already dopamine-deficient brain. So whatever you’ve been able to manage is now basically feeling like it’s falling apart. And it happens quickly.”

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673: From Fatigued to Energized: Reclaiming Sleep in Midlife With Evidence-Based Solutions

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Episode Summary

Tired of dragging yourself through the day, relying on endless cups of coffee just to function? 

Then you’ll want to hear this conversation. This episode is all about reclaiming your sleep—and with it, your energy, mood, and vitality. 

Sleep is more than just the hours you clock in bed, it’s about how you feel when you wake up. And don’t you want to feel clear-headed and energized every morning?

We’ll dive into practical steps you can start tonight, from heading to bed just 15 minutes earlier to stepping outside for a moment of morning sunlight, or even supporting your body with magnesium before bedtime. 

You’ll hear why sleep is such a big pillar in feeling alive and how small changes can make a massive difference in midlife and beyond.

Tune in, reclaim your rest, and don’t forget to grab your copy of The Perimenopause Revolution in the show notes!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. The impact a healthy sleep routine has on your overall health 
  2. What’s really happening during midlife sleep 
  3. The negative implications of sugar and alcohol before bed
  4. Optimizing your circadian rhythm with lifestyle modifications 
  5. Balancing cortisol, melatonin, and other hormones for sleep
  6. A sleep routine that sets you up for success 
  7. Morning routines to establish a healthy sleep cycle 
  8. Tips for optimizing your bedroom environment for better sleep 

QUOTES

“Elevated evening cortisol is strongly associated with delayed sleep onset, shortened sleep duration, and increased nighttime awakenings. So just know that this is real and this is happening to so many of us, particularly in perimenopause.”

“A randomized control trial in the menopause journal showed that oral micronized progesterone significantly improves sleep quality and reduces nighttime awakenings in perimenopausal women.”

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672: Unbreakable: How to Build a Body And Life That Defies the Rules of Aging with Dr. Vonda Wright

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Episode Summary

Ready to turn back time on your biological clock? 

In this episode, orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright shatters the myths we’ve been told about aging—and shows you why midlife can be your most powerful chapter yet.

She reveals how to train your body to work for you, no matter your age. From ditching the outdated “slow down” mindset to embracing your inner strength, Dr. Wright delivers science-backed strategies and motivation to help you feel stronger than ever. 

You’ll learn how to break free from the limits others place on you, build resilience inside and out, and step boldly into the second half of your life. 

Tune in here to reclaim your strength and live with unshakable confidence!

Vonda Wright, MD

Dr. Vonda Wright is an orthopedic sports surgeon, researcher, and expert in human performance and longevity. She’s a frequent media and conference expert, and her science-based approach changes the lives of millions of women in midlife. Her mission is to empower athletes and active people of all ages and skill levels to reclaim their health and thrive at every stage of life. Dr. Wright practices orthopaedic surgery in Lake Nona, Florida, and is the founder and CEO of Precision Longevity. Her latest book, UNBREAKABLE, was released in August of 2025.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Dr. Wright’s experience navigating perimenopause 
  2. Hormone replacement therapies and lifestyle changes for success and energy in midlife
  3. Non-negotiable healthy habits to enhance strength and longevity
  4. Dr. Wright’s top midlife nutrition, supplementation, and exercise recommendations 
  5. Strength training tips for building an unbreakable body 
  6. Shifting the perimenopause narrative to address the whole body 
  7. The specifics around what happens as women’s bodies age 
  8. About Dr. Vonda Wright’s newest book on aging with power 

QUOTES

“Perimenopause is a decline of up to 20% of bone mineral density loss. So when women are having these hormone replacement therapy conversations, we’re not taking into consideration that these were changes that are happening in Peri.”

“There’s a lot of work to do. There’s no magic pill. It’s not just hormones, it’s an entire lifestyle. But you CAN master this.” 

“Even if women don’t want to squat 200 pounds, we need to squat enough to be functional, because that’s what picking up our grandchildren or our children is, right?” 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order Unbreakable: A Woman’s Guide to Aging with Power HERE! 

Dr. Vonda Wright’s Website 

Dr. Vonda on Instagram 

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