Menopause Joint Pain and Bone Loss Explained (It’s Hormonal, Not Aging) Are your joints hurting more than they used to? Are you feeling stiff, unstable, or hesitant to move because your body no longer feels reliable? If you have been told this is just aging, wear and tear, or something you have to accept, this episode explains what is really happening. In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award winning menopause educator Tafiq Akhir, also known as Mr. Menopause, breaks down how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause directly impact bone density, joint health, inflammation, and injury risk. Many women are never told that estrogen plays a critical role in maintaining bone strength, collagen production, joint cushioning, and muscle support. When estrogen declines, bone loss can accelerate, joints can become inflamed, and everyday movement can start to feel painful or unsafe. These changes are not random, and they are not simply part of getting older. This episode explains why falls, fractures, joint pain, stiffness, and loss of confidence in movement are often connected to unaddressed hormonal shifts, not a failing body. It also explores how muscle loss, inflammation, stress hormones, and lack of strength training compound the problem when menopause is ignored. In this episode, you will learnWhy menopause increases the risk of bone loss and fracturesHow estrogen affects joints, collagen, and inflammation- Why joint pain during menopause is often misdiagnosed or dismissed - How strength training protects bones, joints, balance, and independence - What lab tests and scans actually matter for menopause bone and joint health - Why early awareness can prevent long term damage and loss of mobility This is not about fear. It is about understanding your body well enough to advocate for it and support it before injury becomes the wake up call. ABOUT THE MR. MENOPAUSE SHOW The Mr. Menopause Show is your go to source for reliable menopause and healthy aging support. Each episode provides clear, compassionate, evidence based education to help women understand what is happening in their bodies during perimenopause and menopause. The show focuses on menopause symptoms, hormone changes, self advocacy, and practical education designed to reduce confusion and support informed decision making. #Menopause #MenopauseJointPain #BoneLoss #Osteoporosis #Perimenopause #MenopauseEducation #WomensHealth #HormonalHealth #MrMenopause

Have you ever gone to your doctor with symptoms that feel unfamiliar, alarming, or completely out of character, only to be told everything looks fine?

If you're a women between the ages of of 40 and 60, and feel confused, dismissed, or unsure about what's happening in your body, this episode will help you understand why.

Most women are taught to expect hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings. What almost no one talks about is that there are over eighty documented symptoms of menopause, many of which don't feel hormonal at all. These symptoms often show up unexpectedly and can make women question their health, their mental state, or their intuition.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award-winning menopause educator Tafiq Akhir, also known as Mr. Menopause, explains why so many menopause symptoms are misunderstood, why being told everything looks fine does not mean nothing is happening, and how lack of menopause education creates unnecessary fear and stress. This episode covers how hormonal changes during menopause can affect the nervous system, digestion, skin, sleep, mood, and overall well being. It also explains why having clear language for your symptoms matters and how understanding menopause helps you advocate for yourself with confidence.

If you want to see the complete list of all eighty documented menopause symptoms, the first section of my book is available for free at https://tafiq.com/free-chapters

WATCH NEXT:

Before taking your symptom list to your doctor, it's important to know whether she/he is actually trained in menopause care.

Watch this next episode where I break down the five questions every woman should ask her doctor about menopause and what to do if your doctor cannot answer them clearly. https://youtu.be/czjpEcOTGEQ?si=ifm9Qmxf7xjbdMaJ

ABOUT THE MR. MENOPAUSE SHOW:

The Mr. Menopause Show is your go to source for reliable menopause and healthy aging support.

Each episode provides clear, compassionate, evidence based education to help women understand what's happening in their bodies during perimenopause and menopause. The show focuses on menopause symptoms, hormone changes, self advocacy, and practical education designed to reduce confusion and support informed decision making.

New episodes build on one another so viewers can continue learning, gaining clarity, and moving forward with confidence throughout their menopause journey.

#Menopause #MenopauseSymptoms #Perimenopause #MenopauseEducation #WomensHealth #HormonalHealth #MrMenopause #MenopauseSupport

WHO IS MR. MENOPAUSE?

Tafiq Akhir, aka "Mr. Menopause," is a certified menopause and healthy aging educator and strategist who has worked in women's health for over 20 years. He was named Menopause Specialist of the Year 2024 and is recognized in Who's Who in America 2025.

WHY DID A MAN BECOME A MENOPAUSE SPECIALIST?

Tafiq's journey began during a snowstorm in Cleveland, Ohio, over 30 years ago when he witnessed his mother struggling with severe menopause symptoms; hot flashes, weight gain, and declining health, without proper medical support or education. His mother passed away at age 52, and Tafiq believes many of her illnesses were linked to unmanaged menopause. This experience inspired him to become "the resource she never had."

WHAT QUALIFIES HIM AS A MENOPAUSE EXPERT?

Tafiq's expertise comes from:

HOW MANY MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS ARE THERE?

There are more than 80 recognized symptoms and side effects of menopause, not just hot flashes and mood swings. These symptoms affect the entire body because estrogen and progesterone influence nearly every system: brain, heart, bones, joints, gut, and nervous system.

WHY DO WOMEN STRUGGLE TO GET MENOPAUSE CARE?

Most medical professionals receive minimal education on menopause during their training. Many medical programs briefly cover menopause or skip it entirely, leaving both women and healthcare providers without adequate knowledge for comprehensive care.

WHAT IS TAFIQ'S APPROACH TO MENOPAUSE EDUCATION?

Mr. Menopause provides:

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:

📖 FREE RESOURCE: Read the first 2 chapters of "Decoding the 80 Symptoms and Side Effects of Menopause" https://www.tafiq.com/free-chapters

🎙️ RELATED EPISODES: - 5 Questions Every Woman Should Ask Her Doctor About Menopause https://youtu.be/czjpEcOTGEQ

ABOUT THE MR. MENOPAUSE SHOW: The Mr. Menopause Show provides evidence-based menopause education without noise or guessing; just clear, compassionate, research-backed information to help women understand what's happening in their bodies during perimenopause and menopause.

CONTACT & RESOURCES:

📚 Book: "Decoding the 80 Symptoms and Side Effects of Menopause" 🌐 Website:https://www.tafiq.com/

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: Can a man be a menopause expert?

A: Yes. Menopause expertise is built on clinical training, research knowledge, and professional experience—similar to how cardiologists don't need heart attacks to treat heart disease.

Q: What are the 80 symptoms of menopause?

A: Menopause affects the entire body, causing symptoms like hot flashes, brain fog, joint pain, heart palpitations, digestive issues, sleep disruption, anxiety, unexplained weight gain, and many others.

Q: Why don't doctors know about menopause?

A: Most medical training programs provide minimal education on menopause, leaving healthcare providers unprepared to offer comprehensive menopause care.

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If menopause has made food confusing, weight stubborn, and energy unpredictable, this episode will help you understand why.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, I break down what’s really happening in your body during menopause and how hormonal changes affect blood sugar, metabolism, muscle, fat storage, and energy. You’ll learn why eating the same way you always have may no longer work and what to focus on instead.

This is not a diet. This is not restriction. This is about understanding how your body works now.

You’ll learn:

If you’re tired of guessing what to eat and blaming yourself for changes you don’t understand, this episode will help you reconnect the dots and approach menopause with clarity instead of frustration.

Your Next Step

If this episode helped you understand what’s been happening in your body and you’re tired of guessing what to eat, you’ll want to check out Episode 40, where I share my free masterclass, Stop Suffering Through Menopause.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/rlWxLUiU4kQ?si=OWGWSicJFmoITvxK

Before you watch Episode 40, make sure you subscribe to the channel so you don’t miss future episodes designed to help you understand your body and navigate menopause with confidence.

See you there.

About The Mr. Menopause Show

I’m Tafiq Akhir, also known as Mr. Menopause. I’m a certified and award winning menopause and healthy aging educator, author, and host of The Mr. Menopause Show. This channel is dedicated to providing clear, evidence informed menopause education so you can understand what’s happening in your body and make informed decisions without fear, confusion, or guesswork.

Common Questions This Episode Answers

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Heart health is one of the most overlooked and misunderstood parts of menopause.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, I break down the menopause heart connection and explain why cardiovascular risk becomes more relevant during and after the menopause transition, even for women who had no prior heart concerns.

Many women are never told that heart disease risk is generally lower earlier in adulthood, yet becomes the number one cause of death for women later in life. Instead, heart related symptoms are often missed, misattributed, or dismissed because they don't look like the classic warning signs most people recognize.

In this conversation, I explain what's happening in the body during menopause, how hormone changes affect the cardiovascular system, and which heart related symptoms deserve attention during menopause, even when they don’t fit the classic warning signs.

This is one of the areas I go deeper into in my book, Decoding the 80 Symptoms and Side Effects of Menopause, especially the heart related symptoms many women are never warned about. Learn more about the book here: https://www.tafiq.com/80-symptoms-book

If this episode helped connect some dots for you, know that you are not alone and nothing about what you're experiencing is random.

For a deeper conversation about what happens after menopause, including balance, health, and confidence beyond the change, watch my episode Post-menopause Decoded: Balance, Health, and Confidence Beyond the Change.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/3BncG0mlBbc

This show is designed to educate, clarify, and empower women with evidence based menopause and healthy aging information, without fear, confusion, or dismissal.

Subscribe to The Mr. Menopause Show for weekly conversations that help you better understand what your body is telling you and what to do next.

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health concerns.

If menopause symptoms feel unpredictable, disconnected, or impossible to manage, this episode explains why. Most women are told menopause is about declining estrogen. What they are rarely told is how gut health directly influences how menopause symptoms show up, including hot flashes, brain fog, mood swings, sleep disruption, inflammation, and stubborn weight changes.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award winning menopause and healthy aging strategist Tafiq Akhir breaks down the overlooked role of the gut in menopause wellness. You will learn how estrogen is metabolized through the digestive system, why gut imbalance can intensify symptoms, and why treating symptoms one by one often fails. This conversation goes beyond bloating and digestion. It connects the gut to emotional health, cognitive clarity, metabolic changes, and inflammation during menopause, helping you understand why symptoms feel connected even when they are treated separately.

Inside this episode, you will learn:

👉 Watch the related episode on mental and emotional health during menopause: • https://youtu.be/_5bjYHX2lR4?si=_3ZZ96GLe8dN17RQ

If this episode helped you connect the dots, there is also a deeper resource available.

📘 Decoding the 80 Symptoms & Side Effects of Menopause If you are tuning before January 12, pre order your copy now.

If you are tuning after January 12, get your copy today.

👉 https://www.tafiq.com/preorder-80-symptoms-book

This episode is for women who want to stop guessing, understand what is happening in their bodies, and move forward with confidence and informed support.

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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is intended to increase awareness and understanding of menopause, healthy aging, and related lifestyle considerations. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition, and it should not be considered medical advice.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns, symptoms, medications, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of information presented in this program.

By viewing or participating in this program, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health decisions and that any actions taken are made in partnership with your healthcare provider.

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Menopause should not feel confusing, overwhelming, or isolating.
Yet so many women are told everything is normal while their quality of life quietly declines.

In this final episode of the year, certified and award winning menopause and healthy aging educator Tafiq Akhir, known as Mr. Menopause, shares his foundational masterclass:

This episode explains why menopause symptoms often feel unpredictable, why advice conflicts, and why so many women struggle without clear answers.

Whether you are new to menopause education or have been following the show, this episode brings clarity to what is really happening in your body and why understanding changes everything.

• What menopause really is and how it differs from perimenopause
• Why symptoms feel connected but are rarely explained that way
• Common myths that keep women confused or dismissed
• How understanding your body restores confidence and clarity

• Feel confused by symptoms like brain fog, sleep disruption, mood changes, or hot flashes
• Have been told their symptoms are normal without explanation
• Want clear, evidence based menopause education
• Are ready to stop guessing and start understanding

At the conclusion of this training, you will have the option to take the next step based on your needs:

Menopause Made Simple Experience™
A structured, on demand education experience designed to help you understand your body, your symptoms, and your menopause journey with clarity and confidence.
👉 Tafiq.com/the-menopause-made-simple-experience

Diet Free Academy
For women who want deeper support with hormonal weight changes, metabolism, and long term body composition during menopause.
👉 Schedule a clarity call:
Tafiq.com/clarity-call

🎧 Watch or listen to Episode 40 of The Mr. Menopause Show
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Are you waking up drenched in sweat only to feel freezing cold moments later?

Does sex suddenly feel uncomfortable or painful when it never used to?

Have anxiety, irritability, joint pain, or strange new reactions shown up out of nowhere?

In this special Ask Mr. Menopause edition of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award-winning menopause and healthy aging strategist Tafiq Akhir, known as Mr. Menopause, answers the most common and confusing menopause questions women are asking right now.

This episode breaks down what is really happening in your body during perimenopause and menopause, why these symptoms appear, and why so many women are dismissed or misinformed when they seek help.

Inside this episode, you will learn

Menopause is not just about hot flashes or skipped periods. It is a full-body transition affecting the brain, nervous system, metabolism, immune response, and emotional wellbeing. Once you understand what is happening, you can stop guessing, stop blaming yourself, and start making informed decisions with confidence. If you are tired of conflicting advice, confusing symptoms, or being told everything is “just aging,” this episode will help you connect the dots.

👉 Start with the FREE Stop Suffering Through Menopause masterclass to get clear, compassionate guidance on what is happening in your body and what steps make sense for you.Watch here: https://www.tafiq.com/stop-suffering-through-menopause-masterclass

Tafiq Akhir, Mr. Menopause, is a trusted menopause and healthy aging educator, author, speaker, and host of The Mr. Menopause Show, helping women move from confusion to clarity through evidence-based education and practical strategies.

If menopause feels confusing, overwhelming, or like your body suddenly stopped following the rules, you’re not imagining it.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, I break down five of the most common menopause mistakes that keep women confused, dismissed, and stuck, often for years, without clear answers or support.

Many women are told their symptoms are “just stress,” “normal aging,” or something they simply need to push through. In reality, these mistakes stem from a lack of menopause education, poor stage awareness, and outdated health advice that doesn’t reflect how the menopausal body actually works.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why many women mislabel menopause symptoms and blame themselves • How not knowing your menopause stage creates confusion and frustration

• Why focusing only on weight loss can backfire during menopause • The danger of following generic wellness advice that ignores hormones

• Why suffering in silence keeps women stuck longer than necessary

This conversation is designed to help you move from confusion to clarity, so you can better understand what’s happening in your body and make informed, supportive decisions for your health.

Watch Next on The Mr. Menopause Show:

Signs of Perimenopause Most Women Miss (and What They Really Mean): https://youtu.be/Om8DL2TS-Vw?si=WxEBVwWeV56VEJqD

What Really Happens During Perimenopause (and How to Manage It Naturally): https://youtu.be/n3PHr-ul0Fg

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Free Masterclass: 'Stop Suffering Through Menopause' If today’s episode resonated with you, your next step is my free 50-minute masterclass.

Begin your journey with a clear and compassionate breakdown of what is truly happening in your body.

In less than an hour, you will learn the foundational knowledge every woman deserves, along with the essential steps that help you feel more informed, more confident, and more in control of your menopause experience. This free masterclass delivers the clarity you’ve been searching for so you can finally move forward with confidence and a renewed sense of direction.

👉 Watch the free masterclass here: https://www.tafiq.com/stop-suffering-through-menopause-masterclass

Subscribe to The Mr. Menopause Show for evidence-based menopause education, practical guidance, and honest conversations designed to help women stop suffering in silence and start advocating for their health.

#MenopauseMistakes #Perimenopause #MenopauseEducation #MenopauseSymptoms #HormoneHealth #MrMenopause

The Mr. Menopause Show with Tafiq Akhir

If joint pain, stiffness, or achy knees suddenly appeared in midlife, you are not imagining it and you are not broken.

In this episode of The Mr. Menopause Show, certified and award winning menopause and healthy aging educator Tafiq Akhir, also known as Mr. Menopause, explains the overlooked connection between menopause, estrogen decline, inflammation, and joint discomfort. Many women are told joint pain is just aging or early arthritis. In reality, joint pain is one of the most common and least explained symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal shifts affect cartilage health, collagen production, joint lubrication, and inflammatory response, often years before periods stop.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why estrogen plays a critical role in joint health and inflammation control

• Why joint pain often begins during perimenopause, not later menopause

• How to tell the difference between hormone related joint pain and true arthritis

• Evidence based movement strategies that support joints without causing more pain

• Nutrition and lifestyle habits that reduce inflammation and stiffness

• When joint pain should be evaluated by a medical provider

• How hormone therapy may support joint comfort for some women

Through real client stories and clear education, this episode helps women stop blaming their bodies and start understanding what is really happening. You will walk away with clarity, confidence, and practical strategies you can start using today.

This conversation is especially important for women experiencing

• Morning stiffness

• Achy knees, hips, hands, or shoulders

• Reduced mobility or slower recovery

• Joint discomfort with no clear injury

• Confusion about whether symptoms are menopause or arthritis related

Joint pain during menopause is real, understandable, and manageable when you understand the hormonal and inflammatory drivers behind it.

🎥 Watch the companion exercise episode: 10 Best Mr. Menopause Approved Workouts for Thriving Through Menopause Designed to support joints, bones, mobility, and energy without stressing a changing body. Watch here: https://youtu.be/2DDOuTs_0NM?si=myqsaBCTCQs1JfWh

Subscribe to The Mr. Menopause Show for trusted, evidence based menopause education that helps women move from confusion to confidence.

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