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Send us a textIn this solo episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen kicks things off by responding to a listener question about whether she's mega-dosing estrogen, breaking down how to check your prescription and what guidelines to follow. Then, she reflects on her recent experience giving a keynote speech at Arab Health – navigating imposter syndrome, unexpected encouragement, and how she bounced back from her "no one would help the little hen" moment.Ann Marie also dives into:How she’s declaring January 29  as Hotflash Inc's official fresh start.The ongoing debate over hormone therapy and the pushback she gets from doctors.Why she's cutting out sugar (again) and the surprising effect it has on her pain levels.The challenges of standing up for herself, saying no, and asking for what she deserves.What happens when you think someone is hating your talk... and they turn out to be your biggest fan.Why she refuses to endorse fitness programs that don’t align with how she – and most women – wants to train.Plus, a shoutout to stay tuned for Hotflash inc Podcast guest Steph Ziev’s upcoming TEDx talk, a reminder to be the CEO of your own health, and an open invitation to text her – if she can ever figure out how to reply!The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts In the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts list Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, Ann Marie McQueen speaks with Dr Nicky Keay, a medical doctor specializing in exercise endocrinology. With a career dedicated to understanding how lifestyle, nutrition, and movement impact hormones, Dr Keay brings a unique perspective to perimenopause, menopause, and female hormone health.Dr Keay is the author of Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and editor of the anthology Myths of Menopause. She also serves as an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at University College London and is a medical advisor to the Scottish Ballet.Highlights include:- The "hormone orchestra" analogy and why balancing all hormones – not just estrogen – is key to long-term health.- Why perimenopause is like The Odyssey, filled with challenges but also opportunities for growth.- The myths of menopause, including how social media sirens influence women’s decisions. (She explains)- How exercise, nutrition, and sleep impact hormonal balance during perimenopause and menopause.Key highlights from this episode:- Understanding the hormonal orchestra – and why balance is key.- How perimenopause is like the teenage years – but in reverse.- Why mindset matters – your thoughts can literally impact your hormone levels.- The best exercise approaches for hormonal health at different life stages.- The truth about testosterone – who really needs it?- Why HRT should be personalized – and the problem with "one-size-fits-all" hormone prescriptions.- The progesterone debate – why it’s necessary even after a hysterectomy.Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!The Hotflash inc Podcast is one of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsConnect with Dr Nicky Keay:Website: www.nickykeayfitness.comInstagram: @drnickykeayX: @drnickykeayBooks: Hormones, Health, and Human Potential and Myths of Menopause (Editor)"Your hormones aren’t your enemy – they are your greatest tool for health and vitality. Learn to harness them, not fear them."  Dr Nicky KeayJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThank you To our sponsors For making this episode possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.In this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen speaks with  Dr Jerilynn Prior, a professor of Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of British Columbia and the head of the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR). For over 40 years, Dr. Prior has been a trailblazer in understanding women’s hormones, championing the crucial role of progesterone alongside estrogen in women’s health.We dive into:Why obstetrics and gynecology might not be the best specialties for addressing women’s hormonal healthThe persistent misconception of estrogen as “the women’s hormone” and why it’s wrong to label anyone as “estrogen deficient.”How progesterone is essential in balancing estrogen’s effects, protecting our bodies, and supporting overall health.The dangers of conflating bioidentical progesterone with synthetic progestins.Why ovulation is critical for lifelong health and how the birth control pill can impact young women’s peak bone mass.Her research findings on progesterone as an effective treatment for perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and heavy flow.Dr. Prior also sheds light on the challenges researchers face in advancing women's health due to systemic biases in funding and publishing. She shares her hopes for the future and emphasizes the need for a paradigm shift in how we approach women’s reproductive health.Special thanks to Dr. Prior for her invaluable contributions to women’s health and her unwavering dedication to advancing our understanding of hormones, ovulation, and the menopause transition.To engage with CeMCOR: CeMCOR (Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research)Website: www.cemcor.ubc.caFacebook: CeMCOR Facebook PageX: @CeMCORInstagram: @cemcor_researchYouTube: CeMCOR ChannelThe Hotflash inc Podcast has been selected by Feedspot as one of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts on the web.Subscribe to the Hotflash inc Podcast wherever you get your podcasts to never miss an episode! Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen is joined by naturopathic doctor and women’s health expert, Lara Briden. With decades of clinical experience, she is the author of three books: Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and her newest release, Metabolism Repair for Women. Lara’s work focuses on empowering women with evidence-based knowledge to navigate their hormonal health, including through perimenopause and menopause. Together, they unravel the intricate world of estrogen, its role in women’s lives and how it connects to the challenges and opportunities of midlife health. From estrogen metabolism to hormone therapy myths and best practices, Lara provides actionable insights and science-backed advice to empower women on their health journeys.Key topics: Why estrogen is both celebrated and misunderstood.The evolution of hormone therapy and what’s changed since the Women’s Health Initiative.How progesterone fits into the midlife health equation.The relationship between estrogen metabolism, gut health, and lifestyle factors like diet and alcohol.Lara’s perspective on a renewed need to find  balance in modern hormone therapiesExplainer: Dr Ray Peat, who passed away in 2022,  was an American biologist and researcher, and he believed metabolism was a foundation of health – helping to spawn the pro-metabolic movement. He was a progesterone researcher who believed estrogen is an inflammatory stress hormone that causes more health problems than it helps. The term we spoke about where you feel you need more and more of something that is actually making you feel worse is tachyphylaxis, and it's something that the British Menopause Society issued a warning about in 2023.When Lara mentions a “four-fold” increase in dementia risks, she is referring to studies associated with heavy, long-term use. Other studies have found lower risks. If you are concerned about whether the medication you are taking is anti-cholinergic, and by how much, check out the Anticholinergic Burden Calculator. Thank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.The Hotflash inc Podcast has been selected by our panelist as one of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts on the web.Guest linksWebsite: larabriden.comInstagram: @larabridenX: @LaraBridenJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textAndrea Donsky is a holistic nutritionist, TikTok star and co-founder of Morphus, a company devoted to supporting women through menopause with research, community and a range of supplements. She is also an avid data collector and has published her findings on symptoms, sleep, anxiety and doctor’s visits in Menopause, the journal of the Menopause Society.She is here to talk all about how there are actually 103 menopause symptoms, as well as data on sleep, anxiety and doctor’s visits – and some preliminary research on menopause at work.The conversation also touches upon the need for better education and awareness among healthcare providers and the importance of community support for women undergoing these changes.Journey into menopause researchSurvey findings and community insightsDoctor visits and healthcare challengesSleep and anxiety issuesWorkplace challenges during menopausePhantom smells and all the other symptomsThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Offering 10% off your order of Mitopure. Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH.Where you can find Andrea: IG: @andreadonsky @wearemorphusTikTok: @andreadonsky Morphus: Use the code save10hotflash to get 10 percent off your orderJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of Hotflash inc host and journalist Ann Marie McQueen talks to EJ Kim and Marina Pen, founders of Nnabi, one of the few companies exclusively focused on perimenopause. EJ and Marina share their personal journeys through perimenopause and the challenges they faced that inspired them to create Nnabi.Nnabi's mission is to educate and support women navigating the complexities of perimenopause, and they’ve launched two innovative supplements aimed at enhancing overall well-being during this transformative life stage. These supplements are crafted with carefully selected, clinically tested ingredients to address key areas of health impacted by hormonal fluctuations, including mood, energy, digestion, and stress management.Highlights: EJ and Marina's personal experiences with perimenopause and the struggles they faced.The lack of resources and awareness about perimenopause when they started Nnabi.The science and philosophy behind Nnabi's flagship products, such as the Peri Essential 5 supplement, formulated to provide holistic support for women.Insights on the importance of community, education, and empowerment for women in perimenopause.How Nnabi is addressing perimenopause as its own stage, separate from menopause, to provide tailored solutions.The broader conversation about hormonal health, the role of supplements, and the ongoing need for research in this field.Key Takeaways:Perimenopause can affect every aspect of life, and understanding symptoms is a crucial first step.Education and holistic support can help women navigate this life stage with confidence and clarity.Supplements like Nnabi’s Peri Essential 5 are designed to complement other strategies, such as lifestyle changes, and even hormone therapy.Guest Links:Learn more about Nnabi and their products: NnabiLife.comFollow Nnabi on Social Media:Instagram: @nnabilifeFacebook: Nnabi LifeTwitter: @nnabilifeLinkedIn: NnabiThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textKitty Blomfield is a powerful voice in helping women navigate all the BS around food and movement and get their metabolism back. She is co-founder of the comprehensive fitness and nutrition program Nustrength, with her husband Craig, where she helps women get out of the never-ending cycle and get the bodies and minds they want – many of them in perimenopause. She’s also co-founder of Saturee, a skin-care and supplement company. In this podcast, Kitty shares her journey from struggling with restrictive diets and stress-induced health issues to discovering the benefits of metabolic health and strength training, inspired by the work of Dr. Ray Peat. Their discussion delves into the importance of consuming nutrient-dense foods, like liver and oysters, the power of proper strength training, and the transformational impact of addressing emotional health. She gives practical advice on starting simple exercise routines, the significance of nourishing the body, and the positive changes that embracing a realistic, long-term approach to health can bring.Highlights:Going from diet struggles to discovering metabolic healthThe transformative power of nutrition (and why you might not need to eat all the nuts, seeds and vegetables you think you do)Understanding metabolic health and hormonesWhy you need to address emotional wellbeing and personal growthDr Ray Peat, progesterone, and an alternative view of estrogen Where hormone therapy fits into the conversation Empowerment of strength trainingFocusing on incremental progressIntroduction to Nustrength The power of liver and oysters The Impact of Polyunsaturated FatsHer experience on Survivor Australia Why you might need a relationship renovationWhere to find Kitty:Instagram: @KittyBlomfieldWebsite: NuStrength, SatureeThank You To Our Sponsors For Making This Episode Possible:Timeline: Use code HOTFLASH33 for 33% off your order of Mitopure at Timeline Nutrition.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIt's the perfect podcast for a brand-new year. Aren't you tired of abandoning yourself choose things that make other people happy? Ann Marie McQueen, journalist and host of the Hotflash inc podcast, is joined by Stef Ziev, a New York-based executive life coach. Ziev draws from her extensive career in the entertainment industry and her background in psychology to help individuals regain control over their choices and lives. Connect with Stef Ziev:Website: https://stefziev.comLinkedIn: @stefziev/Instagram: @stefziev/Twitter: @stefzievJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textHotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen interviews Srini Bhat, a former monk and life enhancement coach she met at Kamalaya Wellness in Koh Samui, Thailand. Ann Marie discusses her transformative session with Srini, which set her on a path of positive change over the past 18 months. Srini shares insights on embracing the truth of one's current state, being present, and overcoming unconscious patterns that limit happiness. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-awareness, and genuine desire for happiness to lead a more fulfilled life. Srini also touches on the concept of living authentically and energetically by avoiding the 'five viruses' - complaining, blaming, self-pity, feeling like a victim, and comparison. This episode offers deep reflections and practical advice on living a conscious and joyful life.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn another solo episode, Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen talks about her frustration with unrealistic expectations for women, Peter Attia, weighted vests, people who use the words “misinformation, disinformation” and who like to “debunk” things, what happens when you start to choose yourself, the song that got her crying in the gym and why It’s all a great way to get you excited about who’s going to be on the podcast next week. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode, Jacqui Burge joins me (Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen) for a magical conversation that ranges from why perimenopause needed an easy-to-digest, simple and clean protein powder to how much better life can be without sugar. Jacqui is a thoughtful, post-menopausal American health and wellness entrepreneur. A workplace wellness pioneer, she has more than three million views on LinkedIn for sessions offered by her company Desk Yogi. She’s been a figure skater, a rock star, a mom and a drug addict. She’s also a woman who found herself a bit lost when menopause hit, and it was unexplained weight gain that led her to launch XO Jacqui. And this is where I found her, because Jacquie’s clean, vegan, organic and gluten-free protein powder is literally the only one in the world my tummy can tolerate. You can literally count the ingredients on your hand. It’s delicious and I actually import it from the US to the UAE. (If you want some of your own, use code HOTFLASHINC15 at checkout) Jacqui’s mantra aligns with mine here at Hotflash inc: be your own advocate, stay curious and a step outside of your comfort zone. The episode emphasizes embracing change, the non-linear nature of healing, and promoting self-acceptance and mental well-being.Highlights:The power of nudgesWhy she works on Sundays How to edit your to-do list to cut overwhelm How to make the first person you take care of youHow not to turn yourself into a mashed potato What drove her to start making her own protein powder (and what’s going on with a lot of varieties that seem healthy) The one thing about the obsession with protein you need to knowPerimenopause is asking about ‘what can you simplify’Why perimenopause should be a recognized rite of passageThe stability, knowingness and awareness that gets solidified in menopauseWhat is “pretend connection” and why does it hurt us? Re-examining alcohol in perimenopause What happens after you kick sugar for 10 daysHow neurofeedback cut through the trauma and finally helped her feel safeWhy she wants you to get support in tackling your traumaThe two sides of asking for helpWhat radical acceptance really meansHer best advice for going through perimenopause Menopausal creativity burstsWhy “post-menopause” needs more loveJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textToday host and Hotflash inc founder Ann Marie McQueen introduces an ambitious project: the Perimenopause Game Plan. This compiles 5 years of research, more than 100 interviews, many conversations with women and her own experience. This is unrolling over on Substack. Listen to the podcast to find out how. Send a text if you have questions or there is anything you want to know. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. In the new intro, Ann Marie relays a conversation she had with women's hormone expert Lara Briden about why it works and why it's better than potassium iodide (because it shelters the breast from estrogen and is preferentially taken up by more estrogen-sensitive tissues like the breast rather than the thyroid gland.Disclaimer: Anyone with a thyroid problem who is considering taking iodine should check with their doctor first. Dianne shares insights on why women often overlook breast pain, how hormone therapy can trigger it, and the need to be proactive about breast care. They discuss the clinical research behind Violet Daily's molecular iodine supplement, its impact on both women and men, and its role in alleviating breast pain and supporting overall breast health. Dianne also offers advice on advocating for yourself at the doctor’s office and shares her personal menopause journey.Why we ignore our breast painWhat can trigger breast pain (including hormone therapy)Why you need to have a relationship with your breasts (and be your own expert)Dianne’s advice for holding your own at the doctor’s officeWhat is molecular iodine and why might you want to take it? What about the thyroid + why you have to be careful Iodine for women and men The breast pain “pathway”Molecular iodine – clinical research Breast pain and changes in perimenopause Dianne’s menopause experience and her top tip for getting through itUse code hotflashinc for 10 percent off if you order Violet DailyJoin the Hotflash Inc perimenoposse:Web: hotflashinc.comTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashincEpisode website: HotflashincSee hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy informationJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, Ann Marie McQueen interviews Dianne Wist, CEO of Violet Daily, about the importance of breast health and the benefits of molecular iodine. Diane shares insights on why women often overlook breast pain, how hormone therapy can trigger it, and the need to be proactive about breast care. They discuss the clinical research behind Violet Daily's molecular iodine supplement, its impact on both women and men, and its role in alleviating breast pain and supporting overall breast health. Diane also offers advice on advocating for yourself at the doctor’s office and shares her personal menopause journey.Why we ignore our breast painWhat can trigger breast pain (including hormone therapy)Why you need to have a relationship with your breasts (and be your own expert)Dianne’s advice for holding your own at the doctor’s officeWhat is molecular iodine and why might you want to take it? What about the thyroid + why you have to be careful Iodine for women and men The breast pain “pathway”Molecular iodine – clinical research Breast pain and changes in perimenopause Dianne’s menopause experience and her top tip for getting through itUse code hotflashinc for 10 percent off if you order Violet DailyJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textMaryann Jacobsen is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in nutrition. She has extensive experience with developmental stages, researching health topics, and writing. She’s also a forward-thinker who realizes that when it comes to aging, midlife doesn’t get nearly the attention it needs – and for the past five years, she’s been working to change that.Maryann has a common-sense, independent thinking approach; she dives deep into research to uncover innovative and original insights. I feel like she’s my soul sister when it comes to these things, and the way the narrative is being crafted around perimenopause and menopause, in particular. Her goal is for every woman to have the basic knowledge she needs to make informed health decisions. We cover a lot of ground here: including the role of hormones, the significance of micronutrients like iron and choline, nitric oxide's impact on health, and the necessity of a holistic approach to manage symptoms. The episode also sheds light on how lifestyle changes can enhance the effectiveness of hormone therapy and addresses commonly overlooked issues such as sleep-disordered breathing and its impact on health during midlife.Topics covered: Why it’s not as simple as “eat right and exercise” in midlife The risks of drinking while taking hormone therapy (that no one is talking about) All the things that are more interesting than hormone therapy Resistance breathing for reducing inflammation and other benefits The overlooked (and vital role) of nitric oxide All the ways to increase your nitric oxideHormone therapy, sure, but have you heard about beets? Pycnogenol Nasal breathing, headaches and sleep apnea The mixed results of hormone therapy Sunlight The nuances of post-menopause estrogen productionWhy we both are reticent about going estrogen Why beets aren’t much help for vaginasWhere to find Maryann and Midlife Strong:Substack: Midlife Strong Instagram: Midlife StrongJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy). This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause and women's midlife health for 5+ years now. Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way. Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textDr Amy Divaraniya is the CEO and Founder of Oova, a leading women’s health platform known for its physician-backed fertility and perimenopause at-home hormone monitoring. Oova empowers people to take control of their hormone health from their first period and to their last and beyond. Prior to founding Oova, Dr. Divaraniya spent 10 years as a data scientist, leading and publishing research in personal genomics and biomarker discovery. We talk about the pressing issues and misconceptions surrounding perimenopause and fertility, shedding light on the importance of hormone monitoring and personalized health care. Together, they highlight the generational shift in women demanding better understanding and treatment for perimenopause while emphasizing the critical aspects of hormone balance, the interplay of fertility and perimenopause, and the future of personalized medical treatments in women's health.Topics covered: 02:04 Fertility and hormone monitoring04:47 Understanding hormonal cycles08:21 The role of ovulation10:20 Perimenopause data insights15:45 Testing for perimenopause19:45 Understanding progesterone and estrogen balance20:16 Navigating perimenopause and IVF21:15 Future of perimenopause and menopause treatments22:08 Clinical research and data in women's health23:22 Personalized medicine for perimenopause25:55 Fertility concerns and technological advances27:51 Hormone tracking and testing32:40 Survey insights on perimenopause38:15 Final thoughts and podcast disclaimerCheck out Oova's The State of Perimenopause Report.  Find out more about Oova on their website.Follow Oova on Instagram.Connect with Amy on LinkedIn.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIf there is anything I like people going through peri menopause to know,  if there's anything I'd like you to know, it's that no matter what route you take, no matter how you feel physically, the very best thing you can do emotionally and spiritually is to begin the painful, healing, scary, but fruitful reckoning with your past so you can properly face your future.The transformative minefield for that, for me.  And I want you to be able to experience this too.  Let me get you started with my I forgive you letter to myself.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textIn this episode, the focus is on the transformative journey of Rebekah Brown, a narrative research specialist and founder of the vibrant midlife community and supplement brand Liminal (formerly MPowder). Rebekah discusses her personal experiences with perimenopause and the physical and emotional transitions it entails. The conversation delves into the importance of addressing stress, sleep issues, and the rebranding journey from MPowder to Liminal. Topics such as hormone therapy, societal narratives surrounding menopause, the challenges of midlife, and the benefits of naturopathic practices like herbal remedies, acupuncture, and yoga are covered. Emphasis is placed on the collective wisdom and agency of women, the impact of societal constructs, and the need for a nuanced, science-based discussion around hormonal health. This episode highlights the significance of storytelling, community, and the blending of traditional and modern medical approaches to empower women navigating this stage of life.Highlights:00:31 Rebecca's menopause journey03:48 Launching and rebranding a company07:38 The importance of community and research11:44 Navigating health narratives21:56 The role of journalism in female health24:40 The menopause supplement market: A reality check25:48 Emerging trends and innovations in menopause supplements26:41 Navigating the noise: identifying quality products27:54 The complexities of botanical health claims29:21 The role of botanicals in menopause32:18 The importance of regulatory change34:54 Personal experiences with botanicals41:04 Naturopathy and menopause: a holistic approach44:43 Advice for women struggling with perimenopause50:20 What's next for LiminalLinks:Website https://mpowder.store/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mpowderstore Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mpowderstore/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mpowderJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textThis podcast was originally posted in November 23, 2023.Dr June Chin knows about pain and how to treat it on the deepest levels: from her own experiences that started in her teens years and through to that of patients. She’s an integrative medical cannabis physician and has spent more than20  years working in holistic medicine. She is currently a professor at New York University and Syracuse University teaching Cannabis Health and Science, Vice Chair for the Cannabis Advisory Board for the New York State Office of Cannabis Management and Chair of the Health, Safety and Research Committee for New York State’s Office of Cannabis Management. She is the author of the book Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness and founded and operated seven bicoastal integrative cannabis medicine clinics in California, New York, and Connecticut.  Her training includes studying nutritional biochemistry at Cornell University, osteopathic medicine at Touro University, medical acupuncture at Harvard University, and research at Columbia University, Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Women’s Health. Through her work as a clinician, professor, and author, she has created medical protocols for the industry and internationally accepted methods for cannabinoid formulations, research, education, and training programs. She is also the chief medical officer for NNABI. Highlights: The personal experience that drew her to holistic medicine, and cannabis in particularThe 101 on our endocannabanoid system The different forms of cannabis – and how CBD is different The interplay between CBD and hormone therapyThe intersection between perimenopause and the endocannabanoid system?How specifically can cannabis and CBD help Her work with the startup NNABI, which is providing a CBD solution for perimenopauseHer take on some of the other alternative, plant-based medicines and psychedelics being developed to treat peri/menopauseHer top advice for women in perimenopauseWhere to find Dr Chin:IG: @nnabi.life @drjunechinJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information