Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo

March is Women's History Month and includes International Women's Day March 8th. To mark these, I invited the women closest and dearest to me to join me on the podcast - my mother and sister, Clarita and Rosanna! We discuss my mother's immigration story, growing up on the horse farm, interracial marriage, motherhood, our childhoods and how we've made health and wellness centrepoints of our life. My mother shares her secrets to aging powerfully and being a healthy 84-year-old! 

Episode sponsored by Avène (@Avene on Instagram).

Their website is https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

"We were taught how to get things in life, but we were never taught how to cope when we lose them." A LOT is changing in midlife. Physical changes in menopause, empty nest syndrome, career shifts, "grey" divorce, changing health and aging, in general. So let's talk about it. How can we cope with these changes in midlife andhow can we embrace our Second Act? Life coach Tammy Faulds (@innertravelcoach) takes us through the lows and the highs of the midlife transition and come out with fresh and new perspectives on the other side.

Episode sponsored by Avène (@Avene on Instagram).

Their website is https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Canada's health care system is supposed to be the envy of the world yet millions do not have a primary care practitioner, emergency room visits take hours and hours and thousands die while on waiting lists for life-saving treatments and surgeries. Was it always this bad? Is it getting worse? How did we get here? What countries are doing health care right and what can we learn from them? Emergency room doctor @drshazmamithani and family physician-scientist Dr. Tara Kiran help us understand how today's health care system was created, what's working and what's really broken. Then, solutions as to how things could be made better and what we can learn from countries like Denmark and the Netherlands.

To find more of their work: 

Dr. Mithani on Instagram @thedoctalkpodcast

Dr. Kiran at www.ourcare.ca

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Relationships are hard! Romantic, platonic, familial, co-workers and so many more. On this Valentine's Day special episode, my co-worker and dear friend, sex and relationship expert Cynthia Loyst joins me to talk about the 5 Cs Of A Good Relationship. But first, we spill the tea about our own relationship and what we really think of one another after working side by side for 12 years! 

Episode sponsored by Avène (@avene on Instagram).

Website: https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

In this episode, with psychiatrists and co-founders of virtual mental health clinic, Bria, Dr. Ariel Dalfen and Dr. Bev Young discuss some key points about menopause and mental health, explore why many people are still hesitant to seek help, and discuss how ethnicity and socioeconomic status impact mental health. Together, we'll also cover lifestyle changes, medications, and how to find the right professional for your needs. Finally, we'll delve into the latest research on women's brains through menopause and offer coping strategies for when the world feels overwhelming. 

Episode sponsored by Avène (@avene on Instagram).

Website: https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss is back on the podcast to break down seven numbers you should know to get and stay healthy. These seven numbers can give you a snapshot of how your health is today and where it might be going in the future. Learn what the metrics are, when to start testing and tracking, how often and what these numbers tell you about your health. 

Episode sponsored by Avène (@avene on Instagram).

Website: https://www.eau-thermale-avene.ca/en_ca

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. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

You've been hearing the messages that a lot changes as we enter perimenopause and the menopause transition. One of those messages? It's time to modify what we eat for optimal health in midlife and beyond. This is the podcast episode for you! Registered Dietician Devon Peart of Cleveland Clinic Canada breaks down meal planning through menopause. Your guide to nutrition 40+. 

Episode sponsored by Avène (@avene on Instagram).

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. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Did you know that two-thirds of people with Alzheimer's are women? Did you know that women over 60 are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than breast cancer? Here's the thing: Most of the diseases causing dementia starting developing in the brain 20 years before clinical symptoms show, which for many women, is around the time of menopause, begging the question, what role does menopause play in our brain health? The good news is that almost half of Alzheimer's cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes. During this Alzheimer's Awareness Month, two of the foremost Canadian brain researchers, Dr. Liisa Galea (@liisagalea) and Dr. Jenny Rabin (@drjennyrabin), join me to discuss this disease that impacts over 600,000 Canadians today and will impact three times that in the next several decades - most of them, in women. 

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. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

In 2024, the world was buzzing with the name Ozempic as weight loss drugs took center stage. Celebrities were coming forward left and right, crediting these drugs with transforming their lives. The once-taboo topic of weight loss drugs has been slowly losing its stigma, thanks in part to none other than Oprah Winfrey herself, who openly shared that she achieved her best weight with the help of a weight loss drug. But who exactly are these drugs for? How do they work? And most importantly, are they safe and right for you? Who shouldn't be taking them and why. It's time to delve into the world of obesity, Ozempic, and the powerful influence of Oprah on this week's episode. Joining us once again is expert obesity physician, Dr. Sasha High (@sashahighmd). Get ready for an eye-opening discussion!

Episode supported by @felixhealthca (felixforyou.ca)!

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. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner. 

Are you struggling to maintain a healthy weight as you get older? You're not alone. Despite the abundance of information on healthy living, obesity rates in Canada have doubled since the 1970s, leading to an increase in obesity-related chronic diseases. And if you add menopause to the mix, the challenge becomes even more complex. According to the National Institute of Health, women gain an average of a pound per year during the menopause transition, with 20% gaining 10 pounds or more during this period. To make matters worse, almost 40% of women in menopause are either overweight or obese, potentially leading to negative health outcomes. But how do we do this without falling prey to dangerous diet culture? It's time to take control of our weight and learn how to age powerfully. Join me as I speak with top Canadian obesity physician, Dr. Sasha High (@sashahighmd), as she explains what science says about being overweight, having obesity and how to achieve our best, healthiest weight for life. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!

Episode supported by @felixhealthca (felixforyou.ca)!

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. 

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.