Welcome to The Amberly Lago Show! In this amazing episode, Amberly sits down with renowned women's health expert and best-selling author, Dr. Mindy Pelz, for an eye-opening conversation about menopause, hormones, and how to thrive during midlife. Dr. Pelz, author of the forthcoming book, "Age Like a Girl," shares cutting-edge insights into women's hormonal health, the true purpose of menopause, and how lifestyle changes, from nutrition to mindset, can help women feel powerful and revitalized at every age.
Discover why menopause is not the end, but a transformation into your most authentic, vibrant self. Dr. Pelz reveals crucial statistics every woman should know, practical dietary advice (including the importance of metabolic health and hemoglobin A1C), the role of protein and healthy fats, and simple lifestyle tips for better sleep and brain clarity. Amberly and Dr. Pelz also dive into the controversial topic of hormone replacement therapy, how to personalize your approach, and what it means to truly "butterfly yourself" during life's biggest transitions.
Whether you're seeking relief from menopause symptoms, want to unlock new energy, or support the women in your life, this episode offers hope, inspiration, and actionable steps for unstoppable wellbeing.
They Discuss:
Menopause as neurochemical and lifestyle shift
Hormone replacement therapy—pros, cons, choices
Dietary changes for women over 40
Importance of metabolic health (hemoglobin A1C)
Sleep, circadian rhythms, and hormonal changes
Reframing menopause—empowerment, transformation, self-discovery
Individualized healthcare and questioning one-size-fits-all approaches
Timestamps:
00:00 Midlife Women and Divorce Trends
05:38 "Embracing Menopause Positively"
06:53 Women's Hormonal Transition Insights
11:33 "Managing Hemoglobin A1C in Menopause"
13:24 Women's Metabolic Health Strategies
16:34 Balanced Nutrition for Hormonal Health
19:51 Good vs. Bad Carbs & Fats
23:26 Hormone Replacement: A Personal Choice
28:30 Personalized Health and Authority Dynamics
31:10 "Hormone Therapy: Pros & Cons"
35:33 "Morning Movement and Light Rhythms"
36:50 "Puppy Brings Joy Outdoors"
42:40 "Rediscovering Authenticity in Transition"
43:55 Rediscovering Authenticity Through Transformation
50:19 "Transformative Book & Resilience Insights"
About Dr. Mindy Pelz:
Dr. Mindy Pelz is a New York Times bestselling author, leading voice in women's health and host of the hit podcast The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy. With over two decades of experience, she's built a global movement to help women understand the power of their bodies at every stage of life. Her bestselling books, including Fast Like a Girl, The Menopause Reset, and her newest release Eat Like a Girl, have helped millions of women use fasting, nutrition, and lifestyle shifts to balance hormones, boost energy, and take back control of their health.
Her upcoming book, Age Like a Girl, redefines what it means to grow older as a woman.Rooted in the latest science and rich in personal story, the book challenges outdated narratives about menopause and aging offering instead a roadmap for awakening. Dr. Mindy shows women how to use the neurochemical shifts of midlife as a launchpad for purpose,leadership, and bold reinvention.
Dr. Mindy's Resetter Podcast consistently ranks among Apple's top U.S. science shows, with guests ranging from LeAnn Rimes and Rachel Hollis to Dr. Rangan Chatterjee. Her YouTubechannel has surpassed 110 million views, and her teachings have reached hundreds of thousands through workshops, online programs, and live events.
She holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a background in functional nutrition, and she brings both science and heart to everything she does. Based in San Jose, CA, she leads a team committed to helping women worldwide become the healthiest, most powerful version of themselves.
Dr. Mindy believes this is not the time for women to get quieter, it's the time to get stronger,clearer, and more connected to who they truly are. Aging isn't a decline. It's an evolution.
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