Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

Have you heard about blood flow restriction bands, also known as BFR, but not really sure what they are for or how they work? Or are you hunting for a pair to help build muscle or at least not lose it while you are injured or going for surgery, but not sure which ones to buy? Today we meet one of the world's leading expert on BFR - Nicholas Rolnick PhD. We dig into the science, the practical applications, and the exciting potential BFR has for women in midlife who want to get stronger without risking injury.

We cover:

• What BFR actually is and why restricting blood flow during exercise can stimulate muscle growth with lighter loads

• How to safely use BFR bands

• How BFR compares to traditional strength training in terms of risks and rewards

• Which demographic of people can benefit most from this method

• A breakdown of different BFR devices and how to choose one

• Does it make any sense to train grip strength?

Nick Rolnick, AKA The Human Performance Mechanic is a world-class Physical Therapist & Performance Enhancement Specialist who continues to distinguish himself as a leading international authority in Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) through his work educating fitness and rehab professionals through his company, The BFR PROS. Nick is a highly published author (60+) in many of the world's top journals in exercise science and rehabilitation and has a thriving practice in Manhattan as a Physical Therapist and Personal Trainer. In addition, he serves as an adjunct professor in several prominent colleges in the tri state area.

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We Cover:

• Dr. Nasha's personal story of surviving cancer

• How she found naturopathic and integrative medicine

• What integrative oncology is and how it differs from traditional approaches

• How metabolic health influences cancer risk and treatment outcomes

• How she gets her patients off hormones, supports them with supplements, diet and lifestyle changes to balance their hormones whether it's through menopause or illness.

Dr. Nasha Winters is an integrative oncology specialist, author of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer and Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology, and host of the Metabolic Matters podcast.

She's the former Executive Director of the nonprofit Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health (MTIH), CEO of Dr. Nasha, Inc., and co-founder and Medical Director of Terrain Holding Company.

She's an internationally recognized authority in integrative cancer care, and is known for blending standard oncology with evidence-based metabolic and complementary therapies to improve patient outcomes. She's also revolutionizing cancer care through her vision for a pioneering residential integrative oncology hospital and research institute, which is a vision she's bringing to life with a new nonprofit metabolic research lab in Phoenix, Arizona.

Terrain Holding: www.terrainholding.com

Metabolic Matters Podcast: https://metabolicmatters.com

The Metabolic Approach to Cancer-Books: https://www.drnasha.com/books-and-education

Contact Dr. Nasha Winters

Website: https://www.drnasha.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnashawinters/

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Are you still confused (or totally terrified) about hormone therapy because of what you heard that it causes cancer? Do you have breast cancer and have been told you cannot take hormone therapy, but still question if this is true? Then this episode is for you.

Today I sit down with cancer survivor Dr. Lindsey Berkson, one of the most outspoken, evidence-driven voices in hormone science. She has been on the front lines for more than 40 years, challenging misinformation, teaching clinicians, and calling out the myths that have held women back from lifesaving care.

We cover:

• What really happened in the 2002 WHI study and why the press release created global panic

• Why estrogen may be breast-protective…even for breast cancer patients

• What the 2024 NIH study of 10 million women revealed about HRT

• Why not ALL estrogen is proliferative

• The discovery of ER-beta and how it reframed estrogen's role in cancer biology

• What 25 human trials show about HRT use in ER+ breast cancer survivors

• What is oxytocin and how does this hormone help women in menopause

Dr. Lindsey Berkson is a pioneer in hormone and nutritional health with over four decades of clinical and research experience. She's triple board-certified in nutrition, a hormone scholar at Tulane University's estrogen think tank, and one of the first practitioners to bridge endocrinology, nutrition, and gut health into an integrated approach to healing. She's also the author of more than 20 books, including Hormone Deception and Healthy Digestion the Natural Way, and has developed physician-formulated nutraceutical lines and patented bioidentical hormone applications.

New book: Oxytocin Medicine https://amzn.to/3JWdDAm

Recommended Reading: Hormones 101 by Dr. Jeffrey Dash

Courses: https://drlindseyberkson.com/courses/

Contact Dr. Lindsey Berkson

Website: https://drlindseyberkson.com/

Instagram: @dlberkson https://www.instagram.com/dlberkson/

Facebook: @Dr.LindseyBerkson https://www.facebook.com/Dr.LindseyBerkson/

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Maybe you've heard of methylene blue and want to know what the hype's about. Or maybe you're thinking, "Wait…Isn't that a synthetic dye used for jeans? Why in the world would anyone take that?"

Today we meet internal medicine physician Dr. Scott Sherr who breaks down the science, the hype, and the hard facts about methylene blue.

We Cover

• The surprising 150-year history of methylene blue and how it works

• If we can benefit from lower or higher dosages

• Dangers of contaminated products and where to source it

• How to verify purity and potency with independent lab testing

• When and when not to use methylene blue and who should avoid it

• A cool hack to enhance methylene blue's mitochondrial benefits

• Dr. Scott's personal routine and favorite Troscriptions combinations

Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and Health Optimization expert specializing in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. As COO of Troscriptions and VP of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice, he pioneers integrative solutions that enhance mitochondrial health, nervous system balance, and longevity through science-based, synergistic approaches.

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I'm answering your real-life menopause questions straight from the YouTube comments. If you've ever wondered which hormone helps with vaginal dryness, why progesterone can make your heart race, or how to test estrogen metabolism without spending a fortune, this episode is for you.

• Vaginal dryness and which type of estradiol works best locally vs systemically

• Headaches from estrogen patches and how to adjust your dose or delivery

• Heart palpitations with progesterone and what to do if symptoms worsen

• Progesterone intolerance and why some women sleep worse instead of better

• Breast tenderness on Oestrogel and how to find your optimal dose for long-term bone, brain, and heart protection

• Estrogen metabolite testing and DUTCH test alternatives

MENTIONED:

Apollo Health Cognoscopy Test

HRT Deep Dive with Karen MartelSleep Solutions with Annika Carroll

Where DEXA Goes Wrong

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Everything You Need To Know About Melatonin

Amy B Killen DUTCH Substack Article

The Verdict On Hormone Testing - Carol Petersen

High Dose Progesterone - Carol Petersen

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Do you live with type 1 diabetes and finding that menopause is different for you? Or do you just want to learn more about the differences of type 1 and type 2? Then this episode is for you.

Today's guest, Melissa Slemp, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was only 14 years old back in 1982, when managing the condition looked very different. After decades of navigating blood sugar highs and lows, and then later entering perimenopause, Melissa began noticing massive shifts in how her hormones affected her insulin needs, energy, and mood.

Now, she's on a mission to change the conversation for women like her who are trying to manage both diabetes and menopause.

We cover:

• Melissa's type 1 diabetes diagnosis story and what management looked like in the early 80s

• The key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes

• Why menopause can totally wreak havoc on blood sugar regulation

• How hormonal fluctuations impact insulin needs and energy levels…and diabetics can witness this with their own eyes, just looking at their data and insulin needs.

• We talked about the role of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in improving glucose control and how it's different for those with type 1

Melissa Slemp is a functional health coach, host of the podcast Type 1 in Midlife, and advocate for women with type 1 diabetes navigating the complexities of hormonal change. She helps women regain stability, energy, and confidence through a holistic approach that combines lifestyle, nutrition, and bioidentical hormone therapy.

Contact Melissa Slemp:

Website: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/

Podcast: Type 1 In Midlife Podcast - https://type1inmidlife.com

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Do you ever feel like you're drowning in health advice that contradicts itself — and none of it seems to work anymore in midlife?

Today, I'm joined by Jenn Trepeck, health coach and host of the Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, to talk about her brand-new book "Uncomplicating Wellness."

We cover:

• Why midlife health gets so confusing and how outdated strategies fail us once estrogen declines

• The 6 pillars of her Bio Stack

• The secret power of Wellness Anchors: small daily habits that keep you grounded

• How to replace all-or-nothing thinking with a "progress over perfection" mindset

• The protein debate: mTOR and longevity vs muscle and strength

Jenn Trepeck is an Optimal Health Coach, award-winning podcast host of Salad with a Side of Fries, and author of Uncomplicating Wellness: 6 Simple Steps to Your Healthiest You.

Her podcast has become a top-ranked health and wellness show, known for its blend of science-backed education and real-world humor. Jenn's philosophy - "wellness without the weirdness"- runs through everything she does, encouraging people to enjoy their food, understand their bodies, and make choices that feel sustainable.

Book: Uncomplicating wellness https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/uncomplicating-wellness/

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Contact Jenn Trepeck

Website: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/

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Do you feel back pain? Shoulder pain? Hip pain? Have you had injuries or issues and been told you need surgery? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, fitness expert Natalie Jill opens up about her long journey through pain, surgeries, and recovery from breast explants to her most recent disc replacement surgery.

We cover:

• The emotional and physical toll of multiple surgeries

• Her back injuries, type A personality and ultimately her disc replacement recovery

• The neuroscience of pain and how to retrain the brain's response

• How to prepare your body before surgery and accelerate recovery

• Why we shouldn't over-biohack, especially when the basics aren't in place

• Natalie's foundational healing habits for the best recovery and beyond

Natalie Jill is a high-performance coach, licensed master sports nutritionist, and fitness expert who helps women redefine aging through mindset and metabolic health. After decades of working in fitness, she faced her own series of medical challenges that forced her to completely rebuild her body and mindset from the ground up.

EPISODES

From Hormone Fear To Hormone Pressure: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/477-from-hormone-fear-to-hormone-pressure-hrt-isnt/id1436973433?i=1000725112118

Disc Replacement vs Spinal Fusion: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/474-why-i-chose-disc-replacement-over-spinal-fusion/id1436973433?i=1000723559499

Neuroscience of Chronic Pain: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/479-the-neuroscience-of-chronic-pain-why-your-brain/id1436973433?i=1000727012431

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Website: https://www.nataliejillfitness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieJillFitness Podcast: Midlife Conversations with Nathalie Jill

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If you've started hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and you're not feeling great right away, don't panic. You're not broken, and your hormones aren't either.

In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the most common side effects women experience when starting HRT: what causes them, how to fix them, and when to talk to your doctor.

• Why side effects are common when starting HRT and why they don't mean it's "not working"

• The most common side effects backed by research

• How to know if your estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone levels are too high or too low

• When to see your doctor and what questions to ask

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In this deeply empowering conversation, Dr. Saida Desilets, founder of the Awakened Sensual Woman program, helps women reconnect with their body's innate wisdom and sensual intelligence.

We talk about my personal experience with her program "9 Naughty Nights", the roadblocks, and discoveries and how our relationship with pleasure changes through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

We cover:

• My personal experiences with her program

• Why vibrators aren't always the answer

• A surprising approach to help men re-sensitize their genitals and become more connected lovers

• Simple daily practices for women with caregiving overload

• What are the best ways to cultivate intimacy

Dr. Saida Désilets holds a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology, blending mind–body–spirit healing with conscious sexuality. She is a body-philosopher, speaker, writer, and pioneer in the field of sexual sovereignty and embodied pleasure. She is a Tedx speaker, and her scientifically-proven work on sexual sovereignty globally impacts professionals and the public. She wrote a couple of books "Emergence of the Sensual Woman: Awakening Our Erotic Innocence" and "Desire".

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