Guests:

Dr Lara Briden

Naturopathic doctor and Bestselling Author

Instagram: www.instagram.com/larabriden/

Website: www.larabriden.com/

Dr Molly Maloof

Educator, Author, and Founder of Adamo

Instagram: www.instagram.com/drmolly.co/?hl=en

Website: https://drmolly.co/

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What if the key to female longevity has been hiding in plain sight?

In this episode, Phil Newman and Dr Nina Patrick sits down with Dr Lara Briden, evolutionary biologist and hormone expert, and Dr Molly Maloof, functional medicine practitioner, to explore the metabolic, hormonal, and evolutionary factors that shape female longevity.

They dive into the often-overlooked role of iron in perimenopause and post-menopause, the hidden epidemic of insulin resistance, and the nuanced balance of fatty acids for cellular health. Lara reframes menopause as an adaptive stage that supports the survival of the next generation, while Molly explains why metabolic flexibility is one of the most powerful tools for long-term health.

Together, they discuss practical strategies women can use across their lifespan—from iron management and blood markers to gut health, nutrition, and exercise—as well as exciting breakthroughs in biotechnology, peptides, and regenerative medicine that could extend female healthspan in the next decade.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why managing iron levels is crucial for longevity, especially in perimenopause and post-menopause.
• How regular ovulatory cycles and pregnancy shape long-term metabolic and reproductive health.
• The hidden role of insulin resistance and simple blood markers that can flag early metabolic dysfunction.
• The importance of omega-6, omega-3, and saturated fats balance for cell membrane and neurological health.
• How evolutionary biology explains menopause as a “superpower” for human survival.
• Practical steps for women to optimize metabolism, exercise, and nutrient intake across their lifespan.
• The emerging role of biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and peptides in extending female healthspan.

If you want to take control of your metabolic health, understand menopause as a stage of strength, and learn strategies to optimize female longevity across the lifespan, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Subscribe for weekly episodes that explore longevity science, healthspan optimization, and the emerging strategies and interventions shaping the future of female health.

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Hosts:

Phil Newman: ⁠⁠https://qrco.de/bgXpNY

⁠⁠Nina Patrick: ⁠⁠https://qrco.de/bgXpKn⁠⁠