In an age of endless diet trends and wellness noise, how do midlife women truly nourish themselves—not just for weight management, but for hormone balance, gut health, and longevity?
In this episode of The Modern Midlife Collective, Dr. Jillian Woodruff and Dr. Ade Akindipe, take a clear-eyed look at popular dietary trends through the lens of midlife wellness. From plant-forward and Mediterranean styles to the paleo and anti-inflammatory approaches, they examine the science, benefits, and limitations of each—along with practical strategies for applying them in everyday life.
Beyond nutrition labels and food fads, Dr. Jillian and Dr. Ade emphasizes individualized, sustainable choices that support hormonal health, metabolic balance, and overall well-being. They also highlight the importance of cultural context, individualized nutrition, and mindset when building a sustainable and nourishing way of eating.
Whether you're navigating hormone changes, managing chronic inflammation, or simply trying to eat well in a busy life, this episode is for you!
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Together, we’re redefining what it means to thrive in midlife—one nourishing conversation at a time.
Highlights:
- A breakdown of the Mediterranean, plant-forward, paleo, and anti-inflammatory diets
- How gut health influences hormone balance—and why midlife women should care
- Pros and cons of protein powders, frozen produce, and common food eliminations
- The cultural lens of food: navigating traditions, expectations, and nutrition
- Practical approaches to personalizing your diet for hormone and metabolic health
- Why mindset is foundational to sustainable wellness
- The link between inflammation, aging, and hormone fluctuations
- Nutritional strategies to support energy, brain health, and longevity
Get to know the doctors behind the insights of The Modern Midlife Collective Podcast:
Ade Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, hormone and obesity specialist, and expert in metabolic and longevity medicine. She is the founder and Medical Director of Rejuvenate Health and Wellness, where she has empowered hundreds of women to reclaim their health, overcome stubborn weight challenges, and unlock vibrant energy through science-based, personalized care.
With a deep commitment to transforming the landscape of midlife health, she blends cutting-edge medical innovation with a functional, root-cause approach to wellness. She is recognized as a trusted authority in women's health and passionate about service and health equity. Dr. Akindipe also serves as Co-Chair of the Health Committee for the Alaska Black Caucus, advocating for greater access to preventive care and wellness initiatives in underrepresented communities.
Jillian Woodruff, MD, FACOG, NCMP, is a board-certified gynecologist, surgeon, and nationally certified menopause provider specializing in general and cosmetic gynecologic surgery. As Chief Medical Officer of Modern Gynecology & Skin, she specializes in hormone therapy, sexual medicine, and aesthetic treatments to help women thrive.
She is the host of “Line One” on Alaska Public Media, an NPR-affiliated medical affairs radio show, and co-founder of The Women’s WELL Foundation, dedicated to women’s health education and access.
As the co-host of The Modern Midlife Collective, she brings expertise in hormones, sexual health, aesthetics, and holistic practices, teaching women to advocate for their health and well-being in midlife with confidence.
Passionate about global health, lifestyle medicine, and education, she enjoys traveling, humanitarian work, studying languages, and family life while empowering women to take charge of their health.
