Building and maintaining muscle is one of the best preventative health measures we have available to us. Today, Professor Stuart Phillips joins us to break down the best ways to build muscle and how muscle mass plays into women's health in midlife. 

As a professor of kinesiology at McMaster University, Professor Phillips brings a wealth of knowledge to today’s conversation. We cover everything from recommended daily protein intake to the real science behind resistance training. Stuart also offers his insight on peptides, and why listeners might want to exercise caution with peptides that aren’t medically cleared. If you’ve been looking for a sing to pick up those dumbbells, this is it!

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Karen Geiger is a speech language pathologist, therapeutic journaling facilitator, and mindful writing teacher. Today, she joins Dr. Jila to discuss the power of journaling and reclaiming narratives.  

Karen’s journey started when she led a writing program at cancer center that opened her eyes to the power of therapeutic journaling. Karen’s work focuses on the overlooked aspects of mid-life like menopause and perimenopause. Medical intervention is so important, but so is making sure women maintain an empowered mindset. Journaling and storytelling are so impactful, and Karen is helping women shift from “what now?” to “why not?”

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When Joey Udovich faced health challenges in her family and personal life, is sparked a drastic change. She moved from being an educator and entrepreneur to becoming an outspoken health and wellness advocate. Today, we walk through Joey’s journey and the highs and lows that brought her to where she is now.  

Joey starts by explaining her father’s devastating stage IV cancer diagnosis that led her to discover she was also BRCA2 positive. Joey chose to pursue prophylactic surgery and then went through surgical menopause. Joey felt the chaos of menopause and explored various options like GLP-1's and healing her relationship with food. After finding what worked for her, she was inspired to share her story with others. Joey hopes that her advocacy can show other women they are not alone and there are solutions out there for menopause symptoms whether they come after a lifechanging surgery or naturally in midlife.  

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Menopause in the workplace is often overlooked or outright ignored. Kacy Fleming is on a mission to change how to handle midlife and menopause in the workplace. As creator of the Fuchsia Tent, Kacy is dedicated to supporting women through midlife transitions. 

Today, Kacy and Dr. Jila dive into the societal perceptions of women in midlife and the implications of menopause in the workplace. Kacy explains that when midlife women are given the support and menopause healthcare they need, they continue to thrive and provide value in the workplace. Supporting women through this phase is not only the right thing to do, but also a smart business decision.  

 Learn more about Kacy at kacyfleming.com and the Fuchsia Tent at thefuchsiatent.com 

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Dr. Sharon Malone is a board-certified OB/GYN, women’s health advocate, and the chief medical advisor at Alloy Health. She has built a career addressing women’s health concerns, especially those that are often minimized and dismissed.  

Today, Dr.Jila and Dr. Malone walk through Dr. Malone’s career and what she hopes to see in the future for women’s health. They also discuss the Women’s Health Initiative which suggested that hormone therapy for women would increase the risk of breast cancer. We now know that this is not necessarily the case, and Dr. Malone walks through some of the risks and benefits of hormone therapy for women in midlife. Now, Dr. Malone is on a mission to debunk women’s health risks and create a future where all women have access to the care they need.  

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Today we’re joined by a physician whose career matches the evolution of modern medicine. Dr. Shoma Datta-Thomas began her career as a gynecologic robotic surgeon and has since transitioned into functional medicine and longevity. As the daughter of immigrants and a mother to four daughters in a blended family, Dr. Datta-Thomas is dedicated to evolving the medical system.  

Dr. Datta-Thomas has great insights on the next generation of healthcare, from switching to a proactive approach to focusing on longevity. Dr. Jila and Dr. Datta-Thomas also break down Dr. Datta-Thomas' work at Next Health as a practice at the forefront of this paradigm shift in the medical world. Doctors like Dr. Datta-Thomas and organizations like Next Health are revolutionizing access to women’s health and longevity care helping people optimize their health and vitality.  

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This week Dr. Jila and Dr. Robyn Roth dive into all things breast health. Dr. Robyn Roth is an associate professor of radiology specializing is breast and abdominal imaging. She is also the creator of the popular platform The Boobie Docs where she destigmatizes breast health and educates about breasts and breast cancer in an accessible way. 

Today, Dr. Roth explains the key factors in maintaining breast health from preventative imaging to understanding breast density. She emphasizes that mammograms are one of the strongest life-saving tools to help detect breast cancer. Through The Boobie Docs and her new book Everyone Has Boobies, Dr. Roth is doing important work to advance women’s health and normalize the conversation around breast health. 

Learn more about Dr. Roth and order her book on theboobiedocs.com 

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Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky is on a mission to make sure every woman facing cancer and menopause get the nuance, evidence-based guidance they deserve. As a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecologic oncology, Dr. Teplinsky is dedicated to helping patients survive and thrive during and after cancer diagnosis. And one key element to thriving post cancer is getting the appropriate care for the menopause that often follows breast or gynecologic cancer treatment.  

Today, Dr. Teplinsky and Dr. Jila debunk common myths surrounding hormonal treatment in cancer survivors and previvors. Dr. Teplinksy breaks down the latest research which shows that more women can safely use hormone treatment than originally thought. She also shares how important it is to care for all aspects of the person undergoing cancer treatment. Cancer treatment isn’t just about treating tumors, but about caring for the whole person. 

For more, you can pre-order Dr. Teplinsky’s new book Beyond the Pink here and follow her on Instagram @drteplinsky 

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What if we stopped being reactive and started being proactive about women’s health; especially in fertility in menopause? Dr. Roohi Jeelani is here today to answer that questions. As a double board-certified reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist, Dr. Jeelani brings clinical insights and scientific expertise to women's health care.  

Today, Dr. Jila and Dr. Jeelani emphasize the importance of proactive women’s health care and staying on top of biomarkers like fertility and menopause. Dr. Jeelani also explains how fertility can pertain to a woman’s overall health and what that means for longevity. She tells us that access to care is key, and being a proactive advocate for your health can keep a woman healthy for the long run.

Learn more about Dr. Jelani on Instagram @roohijeelanimd or online at onto.health 

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Longevity is a buzzy topic right now, and many women are wondering when they should start thinking about their longevity. Kayla Barnes-Lentz is on a mission to demystify longevity and help women take control of their health. As the most publicly measured woman in health optimization, Kayla has a unique perspective on longevity and understanding what our bio markers mean for our health.

 Today, Dr. Jila and Kayla talk through the gaps in traditional medicine and research. They cover specific risks like autoimmune conditions and heart health as well as the metabolic changes tha can threated longevity. Whether a woman is pre or post-menopausal, it’s never too late, or early, to start thinking about longevity.  

To learn more about Kayla and her longevity protocol, visit the links below! 

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