It’s the beauty buzzword everyone’s throwing around — hyaluronic acid. It’s in your serums, supplements, powders, and even your injectables. But… what actually is it? And is it really the secret to glowing skin, supple joints, and staying hydrated as you age?

💧 What hyaluronic acid actually does in your body (and why your levels drop with age)

🌸 How HA impacts your skin, joints, and even your eyes — and how to tell if you’re running low

💊 The best supplement forms of HA — and what’s a total waste of money

🚫 Why most “miracle” skincare creams with HA don’t work (and what to look for instead)

🔥 The surprising link between estrogen, aging, and your body’s own hyaluronic acid production

🥣 Plus, foods and nutrients that help your body naturally make more HA

Whether you’re here for the glow, the joint relief, or just to figure out if your pricey serum is doing its job — this episode gives you the inside scoop on what actually works.

00:00 – What hyaluronic acid really is — and why it’s in everything from serums to supplements

02:18 – Where HA lives in your body (and how aging + estrogen loss deplete it)

04:00 – The shocking truth about most skincare products that claim to contain hyaluronic acid

06:00 – How HA keeps skin plump, joints cushioned, and tissues hydrated

07:30 – Estrogen’s connection to hyaluronic acid and how hormone changes affect skin and joints

08:45 – Research-backed benefits: wrinkles, dryness, and visible changes in as little as 2 weeks

10:00 – Joint health, synovial fluid, and the role of HA in reducing pain and stiffness

11:00 – The link between hyaluronic acid and dry eyes (and why most eye drops miss the mark)

12:30 – HA for gut health, leaky gut repair, and inflammatory bowel support

13:00 – Glucosamine vs. Hyaluronic Acid: what’s the difference — and why they work better together

14:00 – The best forms of HA supplements (and which ones to skip)

15:45 – Lisa’s honest review: why liquid HA triggered her gag reflex (and what she prefers instead)

16:30 – Favorite HA brands, topical products, and pro-quality supplement sources

17:00 – Dosage details: how much to take, what to look for, and what to avoid if pregnant or on meds

18:00 – Why HA is an anti-aging powerhouse — and how to pair it with CoQ10 for next-level skin

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