This episode is brought to you by Perelel: The first and only OB/GYN-founded prenatal vitamin brand dedicated to supporting women at every stage of their hormonal journey. From conception to pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, Perelel delivers targeted, doctor-backed nutrition designed for your body’s unique needs. With stage-specific ingredients, triple-tested products, and a commitment to giving back, Perelel is here to support you—every step of the way. Go to https://www.perelelhealth.com and use promo code VALERIA20 for a discount at checkout.

This week, Valeria Lipovetsky sits down with Alex Taylor, co-founder and Co-CEO of Perelel, the first and only OB/GYN-founded vitamin company. Alex opens up about a personal health scare—a shingles outbreak that led to an autoimmune diagnosis—revealing the gaps in women’s healthcare that inspired her to create Perelel. Together, they explore the challenges women face in the medical system, the changes in hormones throughout a woman’s life, and why self-advocacy is more crucial than ever. Alex also shares insights into the science behind Perelel’s innovative formulations, how health impacts fertility, the importance of supporting mental and physical well-being, and the mission to close the women’s health research gap.

Follow Alex: https://www.instagram.com/its_alextaylor/ 

Follow Perelel: https://www.instagram.com/perelelhealth/ 

Shop Perelel: https://perelelhealth.com/ 

Items mentioned: 

Oura Ring: https://bit.ly/3XIkKjp 

Weighted vest: https://amzn.to/4iElU7A 

Books & resources mentioned:

Unwell Women: https://bit.ly/4bDHdE6 

How to Know a Person: https://a.co/d/7nfzUGQ 

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://a.co/d/7nfzUGQ 

A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle: https://bit.ly/4ig7k6v 

Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation https://mageewomens.org/   

NIH Sex as a Biological Variable article: https://orwh.od.nih.gov/sex-as-biological-variable 

Shop my look from this episode: https://shopmy.us/collections/1304272 

Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ 

What we talked about:

00:39 Apple Cider Vinegar and The Wellness Industry 

02:29 Historical Misogyny in Medicine

04:44 Founding a Mission-Driven Business

09:19 Personal Health Journey and Career Changes

14:04 Building Perelel 

19:56 Challenges in the Industry

25:32 Advocating for Women's Health Research

30:47 The Frustration of Unanswered Questions

31:33 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause

32:25 Cycle Syncing and Vitamin Packs

36:19 The Importance of Creatine and Fiber

38:03 Adapting Workouts for Different Life Stages

39:46 The Role of Iron and Magnesium

47:29 Cultivating Your Own “Balance”

51:36 The Power of Presence and Reflection

55:28 Where to find Alex & Perelel 

**Medical Disclaimer: The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices