Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+

Welcome to the latest Midlife Minute.

I’ve been getting many questions about viruses, bacterial vaginosis, and recurrent infections. So, today, I’m stepping a little outside our usual topics to explore how changes in the gut microbiome can directly influence the vaginal microbiome.

Join me as I clarify what actually happens in the body during perimenopause and menopause, and explain why those shifts matter more than most women realize.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

Three changes that occur simultaneously during perimenopause and menopause, and how those changes increase our susceptibility to viruses like herpes.

Why declining estrogen weakens the vaginal microbiome

How gut microbiome changes in midlife affect the ability to recycle estrogen via the estrobolome

Why the gut barrier becomes less stable and more permeable during perimenopause and menopause, and how that can trigger immune responses and low-grade inflammation

How hormonal fluctuations can trigger viral outbreaks and increase the likelihood of shingles

What research shows about hormone replacement therapy and lower rates and recurrence of severe herpes simplex infections

Why bacterial vaginosis is becoming more common in midlife

How to balance and support the gut and vaginal microbiome in midlife

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Links:

1. Menopausal shift on women’s health and microbial niches

2. The Effect of Menopause on the Innate Anti-Viral Activity of Cervicovaginal Lavage

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4519412/ 

3. Spotlight on the Gut Microbiome in Menopause: Current Insights

4. Shingles and Menopause: Is There a Connection?

5. The Impact of Hormonal Replacement Therapy on Herpes Simplex Infection and Gingival Health in Post-Menopausal Women 

6. The Menopause Transition, Vaginal Health, and Your Vaginal Microbiome

7. Probiotics in the Prevention and Treatment of Postmenopausal Vaginal Infections: Review Article

8. G. vaginalis increases HSV-2 infection by decreasing vaginal barrier integrity and increasing inflammation in vivo

9. Association between Acquisition of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 in Women and Bacterial Vaginosis 

10. Recalcitrance of bacterial vaginosis among HSV-2 seropositive women

I am thrilled to connect with Dr. Julia Haffner today. She’s a European-trained medical doctor who has worked in internal medicine, geriatrics, family practice, chronic pain therapy, esthetics, and hair transplant surgery, where she continuously saw patients struggling with symptoms their bodies were desperately trying to communicate, yet testing failed to provide answers.

Today, we explore where stress lives in the body and why midlife can feel so different for women. We discuss the connection between postpartum experiences and perimenopausal symptoms, the nervous system’s relationship with fascia as a sensory organ, and how fascia responds to our personal experiences. We also examine trauma as highly bio-individual, lifestyle changes to support the nervous system during midlife, and how perimenopause impacts our adrenals. Dr. Haffner shares how she prefers to advocate for patients within the medical system, and talks about her app, which is free and available for listeners. We also cover how social media and technology influence our stress levels, Dr. Haffner’s meridian-related energetic facelift, and how our emotions connect to our bodies. 

Stay tuned for today’s fascinating and insightful conversation with the delightful Dr. Julia Haffner, who also has a book coming out late this year.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

The similarity between postpartum low-estrogen and perimenopausal symptoms

How doctors often focus only on measurable lab data while overlooking nervous system dysregulation and chronic stress

Dr. Haffner describes fascia as a sensory organ

How Dr. Haffner learned to recognize patterns of tension, stress, emotional overwhelm, and physical trauma within the fascia

Why trauma is not limited only to major events like war or abuse 

Why women tend to become more sensitive to stress, relationships, and environmental pressures as their estrogen declines

The value of gentler workouts in midlife to support stress reduction and nervous system regulation without increasing cortisol

Why years of chronic stress can leave women feeling depleted during perimenopause 

How constant scrolling can contribute to low-grade stress within the body

Dr. Haffner introduces her menopause symptom tracking app

Bio: Dr. Julia Haffner

Dr. Julia Haffner is a European-trained medical doctor who worked across internal medicine, geriatrics, family practice, chronic pain therapy, aesthetic medicine, and hair transplant surgery — and kept seeing the same thing: bodies crying out for help that no test could hear.

Life took her to Italy with her second daughter, where she discovered the ability to feel into any part of the body and sense what's stored there — a memory, a grief, a fear still frozen in the fascia decades later.

What most people call limiting beliefs or self-doubt isn't a mind problem. It's stored in the body. In the tissue. In the fascia. And it stays there until someone helps it release.

Over 1,000 remote sessions later: cancer in remission, chronic pain dissolved, self-doubt cleared from the body, the spark returning. She is the creator of the Energetic Facelift. Her message: You are your own best doctor.

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I am happy to connect with Dr. William Li today! He is a world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker, and author. He is known for leading the Angiogenesis Foundation, and his groundbreaking work has impacted more than 70 diseases. He is also a Ted-X speaker and the author of Eat to Beat Your Diet, one of my favorite books thus far this year. 

Dr. Li’s latest book is about what happens in the body, how it should operate, and the steps we can take to restore it to its hard-wired state. We dive into how body fat impacts our health, the role of metabolism throughout our lifetime, the differences between the three fat-impacting hormones, including leptin, adiponectin, and resistin, and gender differences. We speak about new drugs like Ozempic and Semaglutide, the role of brown fat, the impact of the microbiome and specific bacteria, and nutrition and lifestyle.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

Why Dr. Li chose this time to write his latest book 

Is 60 the new 20?

The four stages of metabolism hardwired into each of us 

How excess body fat derails metabolism, and how can we unleash our inner metabolism

Why is it better to eat slowly?

Why should we learn to respect and tame our fat instead of hating or fearing it?

Dr. Li shares his views on new prescription drugs like Ozempic and Semaglutide.

Interesting facts about body fat

Changes that occur in our body fat distribution as we get older

How can we help our bodies fight excess body fat, bring our inner metabolism to the surface, and reduce inflammation by being aware and mindful?

Modern-day lifestyle choices and metabolic disease

Dr. Li discusses the interplay between the gut microbiome and metabolism, as well as the role of Akkermansia. 

Some everyday foods contain natural chemicals that can activate our body’s defenses, tame metabolism, and fight body fat.

BIO

William W. Li, MD, is an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author of the forthcoming book “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, Live Longer”. His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacts care for more than 70 diseases, including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease, and obesity. His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. Dr. Li has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNBC, LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, and the Rachael Ray Show, and he has been featured in USA Today, Time Magazine, The Atlantic, and O Magazine. He is the president and medical director of the Angiogenesis Foundation.

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Social media: @DrWilliamLi

Dr. William Li’s latest book, ⁠Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer⁠ is available from most bookstores.

Today, I’m thrilled to connect with Dr. Jordan Emont. He is a board-certified OB-GYN with specialty training in menopause medicine, integrative hormonal care, and sexual health, and is one of fewer than 5,000 physicians worldwide who hold the Menopause Society-certified practitioner designation.

In this conversation, we unpack the fear narrative surrounding HRT and clarify the distinctions between estrogen, progesterone, and cancer risk. We explore the impact of the Women’s Health Initiative and discuss why rigid dogmatism has no place in women’s health, the risks associated with early menopause and premature ovarian insufficiency, individual risk stratification, and contraindications to HRT. We also examine the connection between gut health and colorectal cancer, metabolic health as a modifiable cancer risk, and the emotional side of middle age and hormone replacement therapy.

Stay tuned for one of the most important and thought-provoking conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

How fears about hormone therapy are often based on outdated or misinterpreted data

The difference between physiologic hormones and synthetic hormone formulations

How the Women’s Health Initiative's messaging that HRT causes breast cancer comes from an oversimplification of data

How the fear-driven WHI headlines continue to impact women's and clinicians’ thoughts about hormone replacement therapy 

How women’s concerns about menopause, sexual health, and menstrual symptoms are often dismissed

The health risks associated with early menopause and premature ovarian insufficiency

How declining estrogen levels affect multiple body systems, including gut-related and immune-related pathways

Why is insulin resistance a major concern? 

True contraindications for avoiding HRT

Bio: Dr. Jordan Emont

Dr. Jordan Emont is a board-certified OB/GYN and Menopause Certified Practitioner who specializes in menopause care for women who’ve been dismissed, undertreated, or told their symptoms are just part of aging. He’s here to change that conversation.

He trained at Yale, Brown, and Columbia, and is now an adjunct clinical faculty member at Stanford. He works at a community health center in the Bay Area, providing care to underserved populations, and runs his own private telehealth practice focused on complex menopause care.

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Welcome to today’s Midlife Minute.

Today, we’re exploring bloating, constipation, and various other midlife gut woes. 

Stay tuned as I clarify how midlife changes the gut narrative and review the evidence about how to get things moving again.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

Why your gut motility changes in midlife

How menopause influences the gut-brain connection

Why various types of constipation require different interventions

How changes in your gut bacteria affect the way your gut functions in menopause

How different types of fiber can either help or worsen constipation symptoms, depending on the type of constipation 

The main types of constipation, and how they differ 

How estrogen therapy may influence bowel regularity, and why the route of administration matters

Lifestyle habits that can stimulate bowel movements

Why bloating tends to occur in midlife

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Links:

1. Menopause Is Associated with an Altered Gut Microbiome and Estrobolome, with Implications for Adverse Cardiometabolic Risk in the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos

2. The Intestinal Microbiome and Estrogen Receptor–Positive Female Breast Cancer 

3. Estrogen–gut microbiome axis: Physiological and clinical implications

4. Menopausal shift on women’s health and microbial niches

5. Gut microbiota has the potential to improve health of menopausal women by regulating estrogen

6. Gut-microbiota-targeted diets modulate human immune status

7. Effect of female sex hormone supplementation and withdrawal on gastrointestinal and colonic transit in postmenopausal women

8. Constipation and diarrhea during the menopause transition and early postmenopause: observations from the Seattle Midlife Women’s Health Study

9. Estrogen Rather Than Progesterone Cause Constipation in Both Female and Male Mice

10. Rome IV Criteria

11. Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 

Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PubMed)

12. Randomised clinical trial: the efficacy of gut-directed hypnotherapy is similar to that of the low FODMAP diet for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome

13. Gut-directed hypnosis and hypnotherapy for irritable bowel syndrome: a mini-review

14. Review article: gut-directed hypnotherapy in the management of irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease

I am delighted to connect with Sachin Patel today. Sachin is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, speaker, author, breathwork facilitator, and plant medicine advocate. He is passionate about helping people activate their “inner doctor” through lifestyle medicine, breathwork, and greater self-awareness. Having had the privilege of knowing Sachin both personally and professionally, what stands out most is his unwavering commitment to helping people better understand their physiology so they can heal more effectively and live more intentionally.

In today’s conversation, we explore the connection between the autonomic nervous system, the vagus nerve, and overall health. Sachin shares insights on breath dynamics, diaphragm function, coherent breathing, CO₂ tolerance, the Bohr effect, the physiologic sigh, and the often-overlooked role of repressed emotions in physical well-being. We also discuss the importance of nature, circadian rhythms, sunlight, temperature regulation, and Sachin offers his recommendations for women in midlife and beyond. I also highly recommend his new book, Breath, Balance, and Burn, which was recently released.

Stay tuned for a fascinating conversation on breath, healing, and the daily habits that shape how we feel, function, and age.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

How spending too much time in fight-or-flight mode prevents the body from entering a healing state

How women’s multiple roles and chronic stress, combined with midlife hormonal transitions, can create a “perfect storm” of sympathetic dominance and nervous system dysregulation

How your breath reflects your emotional state 

Why healing becomes difficult when the body remains in a fight-or-flight state

The benefits of coherent breathing for oxygen delivery and nervous system regulation

How the diaphragm serves as an access point to emotional regulation and nervous system control

How our breathing patterns and nervous system state can influence the emotional state of others

Sachin outlines practical techniques to help regulate stress, improve focus, increase energy, and prepare for sleep

How modern indoor living disconnects people from their natural rhythms

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Today, I am honored to connect with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified OBGYN who has dedicated her entire adult life to championing women's health. 

Dr. Haver is the visionary creator of the Galveston Diet, the first and only nutrition program ever designed by a female OBGYN for menopausal women. 

In our conversation today, Dr. Haver shares her background, and we discuss her new book, The Galveston Diet. We examine the glaring systemic gap where the health of middle-aged women remains undervalued and underfunded in research, and our discussion touches on various facets of women's health, including perimenopausal symptoms, the distinction between chronological and endocrine aging, the scientific misconceptions surrounding weight gain and hormones, the advantages of intermittent fasting, inflammation, and macros. We also get into the supplements Dr. Haver finds beneficial for women in middle age, as well as the impact of non-nutritive sweeteners and the role of continuous glucose monitors.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

Dr. Haver highlights various symptoms of perimenopause

How menopause can increase health risks

How muscle loss with aging can make women more insulin resistant and lead to cardiovascular changes

How the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause can impact weight management

What are the benefits of intermittent fasting for perimenopausal women?

How a combination of genetics and lifestyle factors can help women prepare for menopause and manage its symptoms

How sugar, alcohol, and gluten impact inflammation, insulin levels, and blood sugar

How a lack of protein and the wrong types of fats can lead to hunger and satiety issues and lead to muscle breakdown and weight gain in menopausal women

Dr. Haver talks about her book, The Galveston Diet

How do non-nutritive sweeteners impact the gut microbiome and blood sugar levels?

The benefits of using a continuous glucose monitor to track blood sugar levels

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Today, I have the honor of interviewing Dr. Doris Day, a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic and longevity dermatology. She is also a clinical professor of dermatology at NYU, recognized for her dedication and excellence in teaching, and is widely regarded as a leader in the aesthetic dermatology field. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Day is a medical journalist and a prominent media figure.

In our discussion, we examine the basics of perimenopause and menopause from a pathophysiology perspective, including the 30% decline in collagen synthesis that occurs during the first five years of menopause. We explore the skin microbiome, inflammation, and inflammaging, and why hydration, electrolytes, reducing processed sugars, and eating a nutrient-dense diet can have such a visible impact on skin health. Dr. Day also explains her approach to facial balancing and how our bones, fascia, muscles, and fat pads age. We discuss topical agents, advanced interventions including lasers, microneedling, PRF, PRP, stem cells, and growth factors, and even touch on emerging research suggesting that certain laser treatments may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. Throughout the conversation, I also openly shared what I have done to support my skin.

Stay tuned for today’s fascinating conversation about menopause, skin health, collagen loss, and the evolving science behind modern aesthetic dermatology.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

The sudden skin changes many women experience during early perimenopause

Dr. Day explains how she personalizes skincare routines for each patient

How collagen synthesis rapidly declines during the menopause transition

How hydration, sleep, and nutrition can visibly improve skin tone and puffiness

How inflammation, blood sugar issues, and poor metabolic health contribute to inflammaging and visible skin aging

Why facial balance is more important than trying to erase every wrinkle or line

Dr. Day shares how she combines lasers, topicals, and recovery protocols to support skin healing and collagen production

How fillers and other cosmetic procedures can create an unnatural appearance when used incorrectly

Bio:

Dr. Doris Day, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in cosmetic and longevity dermatology.

She is a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at NYU Langone Health, where she has been recognized with the Award for Dedication and Excellence in the Teaching of Dermatology. Her leadership in aesthetic dermatology has earned her the AAD Presidential Citation and the American Skin Association Award for leadership in dermatology.

Ranked #3 in the United States and #1 in New York by Newsweek as a Top Cosmetic Dermatologist, Dr. Day is a recognized authority in her field. Her work has been cited in leading publications, including The New York Times and Castle Connolly’s NY Magazine Top Doctors listings, for over 20 consecutive years.

Dr. Day is also a medical journalist and a prominent media figure, providing expert commentary on major television programs and podcasts. Her insights are regularly featured in top magazines, and she is a sought-after speaker, delivering numerous lectures every year on cutting-edge aesthetic techniques at both national and international conferences.

Dr. Day has over 100 publications in the medical literature, and she has written four best-selling books: "Rebooting the Biome" (2023), "Beyond Beautiful" (2018), "Forget the Facelift," and "100 Questions and Answers about Acne." She also hosts a popular dermatology show on SiriusXM’s Doctor Radio, a platform where she has been educating the public for over 15 years, earning the AAD’s Golden Triangle Award for Media Excellence.

Her professional affiliations include the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, where she has served on the board of directors; the American Academy of Dermatology, where she was recently elected to the nominating committee; the New York State Dermatology Society; and the American Honors Society of Dental and Facial Aesthetics.

Dr. Day earned her BA in English from Columbia University, an MA in Journalism and Science Writing/Medical Reporting from New York University, and her MD from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine. She completed her dermatology residency at Cornell University College of Medicine, where she served as Chief Resident.

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Welcome to the latest Midlife Minute.

This week, we have a data-rich, sleep-focused masterclass episode for middle-aged women. Drawing on research, physiology, and my own perspective, I connect the dots between hormones, circadian rhythm, and lifestyle habits, highlighting the areas you need to pay attention to.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

How sleep actively supports growth, immune function, and skeletal and muscular performance

Why people who don’t sleep well tend to be more emotionally charged

How, second to hot flashes, insomnia is one of the most commonly reported symptoms of perimenopause and menopause

How REM sleep differs from non-REM sleep

Why sleep is essential for brain detoxification

How the suprachiasmatic nucleus controls circadian rhythm

Why sleep quality tends to decline in midlife

How poor sleep disrupts metabolic health

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Today, I’m delighted to reconnect with nutritionist, Andrea Donsky. Andrea is a well-respected media personality, speaker, author, researcher, and host of the Menopause Reimagined podcast, on which I have been a guest twice.

In our conversation, we discuss her new book and speak at length about her motivation for writing about nourishment for mind, body, and spirit. We explore why food suddenly feels like it’s working against you, and why our nutrition truly needs to change in midlife. We cover symptom-specific nutrition, including a detailed discussion of hot flashes, the importance of fiber, and navigating weight-loss resistance as a Gen X-er. We also talk about the weight and shame imprinting that many of our generation experienced, followed by a rapid-fire conversation around magnesium, protein, alcohol, and more.

Join us for today’s transparent, honest, and real conversation with Andrea Donsky.  Andrea’s book, Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best, will be published in May.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

Why Andrea took a mind, body, and spirit approach to nourishment in her book

Andrea shares her experience of gaining and losing weight in midlife, despite making no changes to her diet or exercise routine

How perimenopause can go unrecognized for years—even for a nutritionist

Why what worked before may no longer work in midlife, and how Andrea had to relearn how to eat, exercise, and think 

The lack of education and stigma that shaped the Gen X menopause experience

Why balancing blood sugar becomes foundational in midlife

The link between insulin resistance and factors like stress, poor sleep, diet, visceral fat, and hormonal changes 

How undereating can worsen weight-loss resistance

Andrea shares her “balance blueprint” for blood sugar in midlife

Bio: Andrea Donsky

Andrea Donsky is a nutritionist, 7X Published Menopause Researcher & Entrepreneur with 26 years of experience in health and wellness.

She is a respected multi-award-winning influencer, media personality, speaker, and author.

Andrea hosts the podcast “Menopause Reimagined,” and she is the co-founder of www.wearemorphus.com, a company that empowers women to feel heard and supported as they go through perimenopause and menopause.

Her book, Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best, published by Simon and Schuster, is out now.

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