Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo

The internet's favourite myth-busting OB/GYN, Dr. Jen Gunter, is back with her latest book, "Blood: The Science, Medicine and Mythology of Menstruation."

After her books, "The Vagina Bible" and "The Menopause Manifesto" both became New York Times Instant Bestsellers, Dr. Gunter in "Blood" offers a clear, no-nonsense guide to reproductive anatomy and answers all the questions you never knew you had about menstrual bleeding. Along the way, she debunks long-held myths that, surprise, are almost always rooted in historical and enduring misogyny. 

In this episode, Melissa and Dr. Gunter discuss a range of topics from why women menstruate, to menstrual products, to contraception, to menopause and the disinformation that surrounds all aspects of the menstrual cycle. Dr. Gunter provides a no-holds-barred take on predatory practices in health care and takes on the so-called 'menstrual influencers' that have proliferated social media. 

It's an important episode for all those who menstruate and, as Dr. Gunter says, for all those who have benefited from the menstrual cycle. 

Find Dr. Jen Gunter on her website DrJenGunter.com or on Instagram @DrJenGunter.

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo. 

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Technical Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

In this powerful episode, Melissa discusses Ann Dowsett Johnston's best-selling book "Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol" on the 10th anniversary of its release. Women are drinking alcohol more than ever and Johnston discusses why this is problematic and why we can no longer afford to ignore the growing crisis of binge drinking in our "alcogenic" culture. Melissa and Ann share their personal stories of their relationship with alcohol and why you don't need to be dependent on it to reassess its role in your life. 

Find Ann Dowsett Johnston on her website AnnDowsettJohnston.com or on Instagram @AnnDowsettJohnston. 

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo. 

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Technical Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

In the inaugural episode of Aging Powerfully, Melissa has a conversation with Heather Hirsch, MD about the ABCs and 123s of menopause. Dr. Hirsch provides the ins and outs of the different stages of the menopause transition, from perimenopause, to menopause, to postmenopause. Dr. Hirsch provides simple definitions and explanations of what is happening in each phase, and also discusses the increased risk for certain diseases and injuries that accompany this significant hormonal change. Finally, she touches upon lifestyle and medical interventions that can ease symptoms and improve quality of life during this time that can occupy up to one-third of a woman's lifespan. 

Find Dr. Heather Hirsch on her website heatherhirschmd.com or on Instagram @HeatherHirschMD. 

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo. 

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Technical Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Welcome to Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo, a new podcast launching on January 11, 2024!

Join award-winning host and broadcaster, Melissa Grelo, as she interviews respected experts in the fields of menopause, nutrition, fitness, mental health, longevity, sex, stress reduction, skincare, fashion and more to help women of all ages live a healthier, stronger and longer life, no matter what age you are today! 

This podcast is for every woman who wants to build a life that is healthier, stronger, and longer, no matter what age you are. No longer will you have to jump around dozens of podcasts to gather information and build a health and wellness plan.

We are the generation that will not age the same way as all of the generations before us. No more aging gracefully for us. For us, it's about aging powerfully with information that we can rely on. 

Follow Melissa on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo.