Menopause and perimenopause affect women greatly, yet they remain shrouded in stigma and misinformation. With that, how do we become equipped to embrace these stages of life without being overwhelmed with how to take care of ourselves whilst knowing our medical needs?

In this episode of DNA Talks, Dr. Tracey Steady-Hardcastle sits down with Amy Alkon — award-winning writer, syndicated columnist, and author of Going Menopausal. With her trademark wit and rigorous approach to science, Amy unpacks the realities of menopause and perimenopause, exposing the vast gap between evidence-based research and the medical care women often receive.

From battling misinformation in doctor’s offices to uncovering the overlooked role of progesterone, Amy shares how women can reclaim agency over their health during one of life’s most transformative stages. This episode is both a wake-up call and a toolkit for navigating hormonal transitions with clarity, courage, and humor.

Dr. Tracey and Amy talk about Amy's self-journey into perimenopause and menopause with her gynecologist, leading her to dive into 

Here are the highlights of today's episode: 

01:12 The Story Behind "Going Menopostal"

10:50 One Concerning Thing and One Hopeful Thing

20:44 Shifting Power from Institutions Towards the Individual?

32:24 The Role of Pharmacogenomics and  Pharmacogenetics Testing

If you wish to learn more from Amy Alkon, check out the following links:

• Website: https://www.amyalkon.net/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyalkonbookstagram

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