Empowering Midlife Wellness with Dr. Susan

Today I'm sharing my experience visiting Composition ID in Houston, which offers two really important tests that can help improve your health and longevity. I've talked a lot about body composition (which we can measure in my office), but the most accurate way to measure it is with a DEXA scan. A DEXA scan for a body composition picks up more data than an in-office test, since it will not only measure your body fat percentage, but will also identify exactly where the body fat is located. Not all body fat is the same, and fat around the middle and particularly inside our abdominal cavity (visceral fat) is the most significant for causing metabolic health issues. DEXA also accurately measures your muscle mass and where that muscle is located, as well as bone density. Another important test is VO2 max which measures the amount of oxygen that you are able to use as fuel, and accurately assesses your cardiovascular fitness and establishes your personal target training heart rate zones. In well less than an hour you can obtain both of these really important metrics, which tell you where you're starting and allow you and your provider to set up a plan to move towards optimal health. As the saying goes, "what gets measured, gets managed!" Visit Composition ID in Houston: https://www.compositionid.com

Urine leakage is one of the more annoying and embarrassing things that can happen to us after childbirth, especially in midlife. Today I'm talking about the most common forms of urinary leakage, and especially focusing on nonsurgical ways to manage this difficult problem. I'll be introducing you to the Emsella chair, which is a fantastic option to strengthen pelvic floor muscles without the effort and exhaustion of doing Kegel exercises yourself. The Emsella chair electrically stimulates your pelvic floor muscles for 30 minutes- which is way more than any human could complete on their own -and over the course of six treatments we see up to 80% of mild stress urinary incontinence cases completely resolve or significantly improve. Having had this procedure myself, it allowed me to avoid having surgery, so I'm excited to share my story with you and also show you how the machine works!

This week I'm chatting again with one of my new partners, menopause specialist Dr. Leah Antoneiwicz. Dr. Leah has a particular interest in perimenopause since she is experiencing this time in life herself and has some fantastic advice for other women in this confusing and misunderstood phase of hormone change. She will share some secrets that have worked not only for her patients but also for herself, including hormonal optimization, healthy nutrition and exercise, optimizing sleep, and use of specific supplements.

To celebrate Menopause Awareness Month, and today being World Menopause Day, I'm sharing my collaboration with @dominiquesachsetv ! This was a very special podcast episode where I went live to answer menopause-related questions from viewers. We tackled an array of subjects... breast cancer, estrogen replacement, why some women deal with menopause symptoms and others don't, different ways to take hormones, sleep loss, hysterectomies, and MORE! I hope you enjoyed this episode, and that you learned something by watching or listening. If you did, share the knowledge! And Happy World Menopause Day!

October is menopause month so I'm focusing again on everything to do with hormones, and one of the most frustrating problems that can occur with estrogen depletion, which is vaginal dryness and pain with intimacy. Today I'm talking about different options for eradicating this annoying problem and restoring a healthy and enjoyable, intimate life! Want to try the Juliet laser treatment for yourself? Come visit us at Complete Midlife Wellness Center this month, and enjoy $1000 off of our Juliet Laser treatment packages! Book your appointment with our team of dedicated practitioners here: https://completemidlifewellnesscenter.com/book-your-appointment/ Happy Menopause Awareness Month!

I get so many questions about the latest issues in midlife women's health, and today I compiled 10 of my favorite questions that have answers that might surprise you! From hormonal health, to interpreting lab values, to supplements, Alzheimer's prevention, lipid analysis and more ... this week's conversation covers some of the most important up-to-date science that will help us to live a long, healthy and vibrant second half of life.

Science is pretty clear about this one thing. To have a long, healthy life, the MOST important intervention is exercise, and specifically weight-bearing exercise. Today I have my dear friend, Kelley Workman, master personal trainer, and midlife woman herself back with me. As many of you know, Kelley is my personal trainer and has improved my health dramatically with some very simple lifestyle changes that she will discuss today. Not only does exercise improve things that might sound obvious like osteoporosis, high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes; but we are now learning that exercise is also very important in decreasing the risk of Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases, as well as many cancers. By maintaining and building muscle mass, as well as protecting our cardiovascular system, we simply get fewer diseases and live longer. Kelley will also explain the importance of eating enough protein in order to support all muscles and how small changes in your daily nutrition plan can make a dramatic difference to not only how you feel now- but to long and how well you will live in the later decades of life. Kelley is also a co-facilitator at our upcoming retreat in Costa Rica in November! Learn more about Kelley: http://kelleymoves.com/ Register for the Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat: https://tri.ps/J68Pw

This week I have my dear friend Meg Ellis back, and we are chatting about the science of creating the life that you want! Meg is a Conscious Life Coach and Neurolinguistic Programming Expert, as well as a co-facilitator for our upcoming midlife wellness retreat taking place November 10-13th in Costa Rica. In this fascinating conversation, we talk about how to create the environment to make your best life possible. Understanding our own psychology we can create the energy which makes positive outcomes more likely. I will tell you how I've used these techniques in my own life and watched my children do the same, and have truly found these practices transformational! Meg also shares what she will be offering at the retreat, and we're so excited to be co-hosting another fantastic event! Register for the Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat: https://tri.ps/J68Pw Take the Enneagram test: https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test Lucky Girl song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWBnxd6pRAE FREE Manifesting 101 Masterclass: https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=SgjejZ&g=UYLvD7 TEDXTalk - What I learned from 100 days of rejection by Jia Jiang https://youtu.be/-vZXgApsPCQ?si=uWIjdjAzLsHE0MdT The Truth About Lucky Girl Syndrome with Meg Ellis - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ep97-the-truth-about-lucky-girl-syndrome/id1589873893?i=1000613486457 Connect with Meg Ellis! Check out Meg’s website: www.letscreateyourfate.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@letscreateyourfate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letscreateyourfate/

It's finally here! Like many of you, I'm a brand new empty nester having sent my last two kids to college this month. I've been preparing myself for this moment for years, but now faced with the reality of the situation I have put together some hopefully helpful thoughts about how to not only survive, but thrive in this unique life transition. I'm not going to tell you all the reasons why an empty nest is great and rosy- even though that is also true! Today I'm focusing on some of the difficult moments and recognizing that this can be truly painful at times, and sharing some thoughts that have helped me to feel less alone, at least so far!

Most of us don't think much about brain aneurysms, but 2-5% of us have an asymptotic brain aneurysm, which is a weakening of the wall of a critical blood vessel, often not detected until it ruptures. Ruptured aneurysms are a relatively common cause of stroke or even sudden death, but can be quite easily treated in a non invasive way if caught prior to rupture. Today I'm sharing my personal health story following an incidental finding of a significant brain aneurysm, which was treated last week by Dr. Omar Tanweer at Baylor College of Medicine. Just a few days after the surgery I am back at work and feeling 100% fine! Educating ourselves and our families about aneurysms is critical and can prevent permanent brain injury and death. This video not only follows my story, but also includes an interview with Dr. Tanweer talking about aneurysm symptoms, risk factors and treatment options, which is something all of us need to know!

As many of you know our "Activating Happiness in Midlife" retreat is coming up soon. Today I'm sitting down with my friend Yaniv Shanti, who has been such a huge inspiration to me on my personal development journey, and will be one of the co-facilitators of this incredible event. After attending one of Yaniv's "Happiness Activation" programs myself, I was so inspired to offer it to others. Yaniv runs a "Happiness School" in San Jose, Costa Rica and describes himself as a happiness activist! His teachings are purely experiential (meaning try it for yourself and experience what happens), don't require any particular belief system, and are open to all spiritual traditions. Today Yaniv explains what he will be offering at the retreat, and why these practices can truly transform your life and help to reclaim the happiness that is already inside you. Happiness is our basic nature, and through simple, fun, enjoyable practices we can reconnect with the positive emotions that fill our lives with joy. His practical four part process starts with intention, activation, inspiration and integration, and we will be immersing ourselves in these throughout our three days together in Costa Rica. You can connect with Shanti through his website below, and follow the links to sign up for this amazing event, which is limited to only 25 guests and is currently being offered for a special price through the end of August! We can't wait to see you there, November 10-13 in Costa Rica! Learn more about the Happiness School: https://eldespertadorcr.com Register here for the Empowering Midlife Wellness retreat: https://tri.ps/J68Pw View the retreat brochure: http://bit.ly/44Dca74

Today I'm sitting down with my dear friend Mary Jo Rapini, who is a clinical psychologist with specialized training in sex therapy for individuals and couples. Mary Jo is an author, speaker, frequent guest on national TV and audio platforms, and also has a fantastic YouTube channel and social media presence focusing on sexual wellness, particularly for women in Midlife. Today we are talking about the importance of connection for rejuvenating sexual energy, either in relationships or individually, and some practical ways that you can truly have the deepest and most connected relationship at any stage or age in life. Stay connected with Mary Jo Rapini: www.MaryjoRapini.com

I am so excited to announce that registration for the second Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat is now open! This time we’re going to beautiful Costa Rica for a relaxing, engaging, and transformative weekend. Because this is an international trip, we were able to significantly reduce the cost to an all-inclusive price starting at $2685. And as an added bonus we are also offering an early bird discount if you’re able to sign up before August 31! Don't miss out on this opportunity to invest in your well-being and unlock your potential for happiness. Join us at the Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat and embrace the magic of midlife! Register here: https://tri.ps/J68Pw View our brochure: http://bit.ly/44Dca74

I know almost everyone listening has a personal experience with Alzheimer's disease, and many of us in midlife are facing taking care of parents or loved ones suffering with this devastating form of dementia. Today I'll be talking about lifestyle changes, supplements, and other interventions that have been shown to decrease the incidence of Alzheimer's, and also discussing the conflicting information around the subject of hormone replacement and Alzheimer's disease. I'll also be discussing the APOE gene and how knowing your APOE status can help you to understand your risk and act on it.

Today I’m sharing all about my relationship with alcohol and why I decided to limit my own alcohol use. I’ll be discussing many reasons why alcohol is just not good for our health. We all know that excessive alcohol can damage the liver, but most of us are not aware that even moderate alcohol use is associated with an increased risk of many cancers (not just liver cancer), and has even been linked to dementia, gut dysbiosis and other serious issues including damaging relationships and causing accidents! Even if you don't consider yourself to be a “problem drinker,” plenty of research supports limiting alcohol significantly if we want to increase our health-span and improve our quality of life. I challenge you to start by taking an alcohol inventory, and to be very honest about how much you are consuming and how it might be creating problems that we could avoid.

When talking about women's health, we cannot ignore that the most common killer of both men and women is heart disease, and we are 10 times more likely to die from heart disease than breast cancer -- yet traditional medicine places very little emphasis on preventative tests especially for women. Today I'm going to share some simple and relatively inexpensive tests that every person should ask their doctor to do in order to establish her risk of heart disease, and to allow early detection of problems before symptoms would lead you to the doctor. The basic lipid panel that most doctors offer during your annual exam is not nearly enough! Today I'll teach you what to ask for, and some of these tests you can order yourself. Of course, lifestyle changes, including keeping a healthy weight, exercising, not smoking and keeping blood pressure optimal are all incredibly important- but I will explain why doing a heart scan is arguably more important than doing a mammogram, as well as some simple blood tests that can give you actionable information that could literally add decades of healthy years to your life! Outlive by Peter Attia - https://peterattiamd.com/outlive Advanced Body Scan - www.advancedbodyscan.com Fasting blood tests: Standard Lipid/wellness panel PLUS Apo-B Lp-a APOE gene HS-CRP Homocysteine Insulin

For generations moms have intuitively known to tell their kids to eat their vegetables, but medical science is now supporting so many reasons why getting adequate fiber is vital for health in more ways than you might think. Fiber, which is the indigestible type of carbohydrate found in plants, is critical not only for having regular bowel movements, but for preventing colon cancer, breast, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, autoimmune disease, general inflammation and more...and it's even implicated in reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. Today I'm going to be talking about the exciting subject of fiber and gut health, different types of fiber, how much we need, where you can find them and what benefits you can't expect.

Exciting news in women's healthcare is that a new non-hormonal drug named Veozah was FDA approved in May to treat vasomotor symptoms (also known as hot flashes and night sweats) for menopausal women. While this is no doubt an exciting development, I will be discussing who this might be appropriate for, and why it is not nearly as beneficial as estradiol for patients who are candidates for hormone replacement.

Over the years, so many people have asked me why I continue doing long-distance triathlons, and after putting a lot of thought into this question, I realized that I have learned so much about how to get through difficult things in real life through this sport. Doing hard things -which in my case might be athletic events, or could be as simple as having a difficult conversation, picking up a new hobby, or changing a relationship- teaches us that we CAN do hard things. Only though practicing doing hard things can we learn the extent of our inner strength and resilience. While it might sound counterintuitive to do hard things on purpose, my experience is that we can develop expertise only through practicing, and this is no different. Today I'm honing in on three really important life lessons that we can apply when taking on difficult challenges that can serve us in every facet of life.

There are many opinions and a lot of controversy about the ideal levels for postmenopausal hormone replacement, so today I'm going to share what I've learned from the science, as well as my own personal experience as a patient and from thousands of patients in our own practice. I'll be talking about ideal levels for estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone, as well as discussing thyroid and cortisol levels. Enjoy! Rebecca Glaser, MD - www.hormonebalance.org Oura Ring - www.ouraring.com

Having just returned from the very first "Empowering Midlife Wellness" retreat, I'm still reflecting on one of my breakout sessions, which was about how to have great sex in the second half of life. This talk was really well received, and today I want to share some of the things that we discussed-- which might not be what you were thinking! While this may be obvious, we often don't think enough about the mindset that sets the foundation for having a healthy sex life. I'll be talking again about the secrets of the sexually woke that led to my book "Sexually Woke" as well as some actionable tips and tricks for you to take to improve your sex life at any age, but especially after 50! Get my best-selling book, Sexually Woke: Awaken the Secrets to Your Best Sex Life in Midlife & Beyond: https://amzn.to/3rm47IU

Continuing from last week's discussion about easy things that can bring us peace and joy, today I'm talking about a simple practice of generosity, and how that can completely change the flavor of our experience. An act of generosity as small as an offering a smile to a stranger, or giving of ourselves in any way (rather than keeping everything close to our chests) can completely disempower our stories about not being enough. If you think about it, generosity proves that story wrong, because we can only give to others when we have abundance, and practicing generosity is an easy way to undo those old limiting beliefs- the ones that keep us feeling alone, separate and not enough. Try it for yourself and see what happens! Read the blog “The Practice of Generosity & Joy” - https://drsusan.com/the-practice-of-generosity-and-joy/

Last week I was lucky enough to experience a silent meditation retreat, and the first question most people ask is “why one earth would you want to do that?” While this may not be everyone’s cup of tea, I have several key takeaways from this and other retreats that I have attended over the years that can really improve our quality of life in immeasurable ways. While hormonal and nutritional wellness are so important, we don’t want to forget about our mental wellbeing, which possibly is the MOST important element in midlife (or any stage of life) wellness. Today I'll be sharing some easy things that you can do at home, at work or any time during the day to bring ourselves back into alignment with our core values and to find some peace and contentment in our busy (anxious, worried, depressed, stressed) lives.

Vitamin D3 is one of the most common supplements that I recommend in my practice, but science has been disappointing about the benefits that we once thought were offered by high doses of vitamin D. As is usually the case in medicine and in life, too little of something may be harmful, but too much can be equally harmful. Today I’m reviewing where science stands on the optimal levels of this important vitamin, how to know if you need it at all, how much to take, and what benefits we can truly expect.

Today I’m talking about why I chose hormone pellets as my own form of hormone replacement for estradiol and testosterone, as well as the pros and cons of other delivery options. Pellets, patches, creams, troches or other options are all available, but which one is best for you? I”ll be discussing all of those options and sharing some tips about how to find a provider, and what to ask them when you go to your appointment!

Today I'm sharing some interesting facts about testosterone for women, including the surprising fact that we actually produce more than five times more testosterone than estradiol throughout our lives. Around menopause, testosterone (along with estradiol) drop to levels close to zero- and not coincidentally a number of health conditions begin to increase. I'm sharing exciting data supporting the fact that replacing testosterone significantly decreases the incidence of breast cancer, as well as other important diseases including osteoporosis and heart disease, while improving sexual wellness and general wellbeing. Rebecca Glaser M.D. - www.Hormonebalance.org Testosterone: Strong Enough For A Man, Made For A Woman: https://www.amazon.com/Testosterone-Strong-Enough-Made-Woman/dp/0998365505

The Empowering Midlife Wellness retreat is right around the corner! Before you know it May 5-8th will be here! Join me, an array of incredible hosts (Dominique Sachse, Elaine Turner, Elizabeth Irvine and more), as well as 30 like-minded women for a beautiful transformative weekend of connection and celebration of midlife at Miraval Austin Resort & Spa! Keep watching to hear the details from each host on what they will be offering at the retreat. Once you're confirmed to attend, my team will reach out a few weeks in advance so that you can book your space for the breakout sessions. Book now and mention this video to receive $500 off! More information about the retreat: https://bit.ly/3YwBTLv Retreat agreement - https://bit.ly/3TukxNz View the schedule of events: https://bit.ly/3TyP0dp

I’ve been talking a lot lately about menopause, but the years immediately before menopause are probably the most difficult ones to manage for both patient and provider, since they are characterized by highly fluctuating hormone levels, and frequently associated with lots of nasty side effects. Today I’ll be focusing on those years before menopause that we call “peri-menopause” - when we are still producing ovarian hormones, but in levels that are fluctuating and unpredictable, and sometimes make us feel like we are on a roller coaster of highs and lows that feel impossible to control. The good news is that once you understand what’s happening, we can create a treatment plan with effective options to alleviate these symptoms and put life back into balance, getting you through those really difficult years.

Every week I receive so many questions about whether it’s safe to take hormones after age 60, if it’s safe to start them more than 10 years after menopause, or when I have a family history of breast cancer, amongst others. Today I’ll be answering some of the most common questions regarding timing of hormone replacement and the science behind statements that we should stop them at a certain age, and similar recommendations that are still made by many physicians. Also, don’t forget if you want an opportunity to meet with me in person and discuss your particular situation, and you’re not able to visit me in the office in Houston, please join me at our “Empowering Midlife Wellness” retreat May 5-8th at Miraval Austin! Visit this link for more information: https://bit.ly/3YwBTLv

Today I’m back with my dear friend Meg Ellis, conscious life coach, and founder of Phoenix 8 consulting. I’m talking with Meg about what conscious life coaching involves, and her three pillars for transformation; including the Enneagram personality test, bringing consciousness to our thought patterns and stories, and the “law of attraction.” I’ll be sharing some real stories about how this coaching system has transformed my own life and how it could do the same for you!Meg Ellis: https://www.phoenix8consulting.com/about-us/our-team Create your Fate podcast: https://www.phoenix8consulting.com/podcast Enneagram test - https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test

The menopause world (and midlife women) have been buzzing this week about a recent New York Times article by Susan Dominus entitled “Women Have Been Misled About Menopause.” This is a truly brilliant article which brings to light a number of incredibly important issues about the lack of menopause education for both physicians and patients. Dominus digs into the details of exactly why we were fed so much misinformation after the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative study was stopped prematurely due to fear of cancer and other diseases -which has since turned out to be some of the most inaccurate and misunderstood information ever published. Now over 20 years later, this article paints a picture of not only how this happened, but where we are now and how women‘s menopausal health is still not given nearly the attention that it should. This is a must-read for every woman, and gives great information that you can use to take to your own doctor to advocate for your own health. You will likely be much more educated than your doctor after you listen to this talk! Women Have Been Misled About Menopause NYT Article - https://bit.ly/40X8sUh IG Live with Stacy London - https://www.instagram.com/p/CodjWwLPiqL/ Menopause Symptom Checker - https://bit.ly/3EaarLr Learn more about the Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat by visiting www.completemidlifewellness.com

I frequently hear about the counter -cultural idea that some men want sex more than their female partners. In fact, being rejected by our heterosexual partner is one of the most painful forms of rejection that we can experience. Naturally we feel it’s our fault….but it’s NOT! There is nothing wrong with you and the problem lies with him. Today I will discuss some of the most common reasons for male lack of sexual desire, and hopefully ease your pain about the shame and rejection that can cripple us.

We still have a few spots left for Empowering Midlife Wellness retreat, and some of you have understandably wondered exactly what it’s going to be like before you make your decision! This weekend I had the opportunity to visit Miraval Austin Spa & Resort, and today I’ll explain all the details about the retreat as well as all of the amazing goodies that are included, so that you can picture exactly what you will experience for this magical weekend! We can’t wait to see you there. It’s going to be the experience of a lifetime!

I’m so excited to announce that we now have Morpheus8 radio frequency skin tightening technology in our office! Following my normal policy, I never offer anything that I haven’t had done myself - and having had this procedure several times I can personally tell you that it does make a significant difference for those annoying areas of wrinkly skin, especially under the chin, over the knees, and really just about anywhere! Today I’ll be talking about how Morpheus8 works and what to expect when you have the procedure.

Bone loss accelerates around the time of menopause, which makes it so important to understand if we are at risk for developing significant bone loss or osteoporosis, which increases our risk of serious fractures. Today I’m talking about how to assess our bone health, as well as what interventions we can take to reduce our risk of bone loss and prevent osteoporosis, as well as how to treat osteoporosis if it’s already present.

With New Year’s resolutions in the air, most of us are actively thinking about ways to move towards the best version of ourselves. Just like Aristotle describe the inevitability of an acorn becoming an oak tree with the right nutrition, I believe that we are destined to become the best version of ourselves if we surround ourselves with the right people and things to help us to move in that direction. Perhaps we could be less aggressive about resolutions and instead allow ourselves to move in a positive direction with some kindness. One of the best ways to support positive transition is surrounding ourselves with others who are doing the same thing. In this video I’m sharing information about an exciting upcoming women’s retreat that I’m offering with some amazing cohosts, May 5-8 at the Miraval Austin Spa and Resort. For more information click this link. https://completemidlifewellnesscenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Empowering-Midlife-Wellness-Retreat-Information-nov19.pdf

I always love sharing good news from patient success stories, and this amazing patient not only lost 56 pounds this year, but no longer has diabetes, high cholesterol, fatty liver, and other health issues! After 2 failed bariatric surgeries she had given up hope that anything would work, but at 72 years old she is now healthier than she’s been in the past 30 years. This program truly can work for any patient, and hearing this story you will be inspired not to give up your dream of getting to your goal healthy weight! CMWC Weight Loss Program - https://www.completemidlifewellnesscenter.com/holistic-medical-weight-optimization-program/

The holidays can be a scary and confusing time when we are trying to stick to a healthy eating or weight loss plan. Today I’m back with Functional Medicine doctor Nashat Latib who will share 7 easy tips for enjoying holiday meals without blowing your nutrition plan. Simple substitutions like switching canola oil to avocado oil, or using gluten-free flour will allow you to enjoy the foods you love without the harmful consequences! Scout & Cellar wines - https://scoutandcellar.com/ NuNaturals Liquid Stevia - https://amzn.to/3VWdX2X Connect with Dr. Nashat Latib here: Website: https://drnashatlatib.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourfunctionaldoc/

When it comes to assessing hormone replacement, the terminology can be incredibly confusing. Terms like natural, synthetic, plant-based, bio-identical, compounded, or FDA approved are used regularly (mostly as marketing terms) and often don’t have much real meaning. Today I’ll do my best to make sense of all of that terminology and simplify it for you, and let you know what is important and what isn’t!

In recent years, medicine has seen an incredible increase in understanding of the importance of a healthy gut for prevention of countless diseases, and less than optimal well-being. Today I’m talking with functional medicine doctor Nashat Latib about the importance of a healthy gut biome, as well as how to test for and treat gut dysbiosis, including leaky gut syndrome and SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.) This is incredibly important information to understand, since it affects almost all of us in ways that we may not expect, including seemingly unrelated conditions like depression, brain fog, weight gain, diabetes and hormonal imbalance… to name just a few! Grab a spot on her Signature Detox program waitlist - launching soon for January start date! https://resources.drnashatlatib.com/28-day-detox-waitlist-ig Connect with Dr. Nashat Latib here: https://www.instagram.com/yourfunctionaldoc/ Grab her FREE 10 Steps to Balance Your Hormones: https://resources.drnashatlatib.com/dr-nashat-10-steps-landing Check out her website on ways to work with her: www.drnashatlatib.com

Many of us struggle with comparing Thanksgivings of the past, missing family members who are no longer here or otherwise wishing things to be different. Meanwhile, is there a way to find happiness in whatever situation we find ourselves, as “imperfect” as it may seem? Today I’m chatting with conscious life coach Meg Ellis about dedicating a day to gratitude, no matter what our situation. Phoenix 8 consulting - www.letscreateyourfate.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letscreateyourfate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/letscreateyourfate Empowering Midlife Wellness Retreat: https://bit.ly/3EWcgfz

Peptide science is on the cutting edge of anti-aging and longevity medicine, and today I will share some basic information about what peptides are, as well as digging into one particular popular combination called Ipamorelin/CJC-1295. Is this really the fountain of youth that some people claim or just another hoax? I’ll share what the science says about this popular peptide combination, as well as my own experience with using it for the past 30 days!

All of us know the feeling of having harmful patterns of behavior that seem to repeat over and over again, seemingly out of our control. Perhaps especially in midlife when transition is almost characteristic of every part of our lives, learning how to break these destructive habits is more important than ever. In doing so, we can finally live a life that is peaceful and within our control, and move towards living as the best version of ourselves. Today I’m talking about an incredibly helpful psychological model called “Internal family systems” that can dramatically and quite quickly transform your life and free yourself from repetitive harmful behaviors. “No Bad Parts” by Richard Schwartz: https://www.amazon.com/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681

So frequently when our female patients start feeling better with hormone balance their male partners tell me they need some of what she has! Today I’m talking about options for testosterone replacement for men, including the pros and cons of different delivery methods. I’ll also be getting into details about how hormone pellets are delivered in male patients, including the risks and of course the many benefits!

Today I’m celebrating by reviewing some basics but often misunderstood facts about menopause, and giving you my four most important tips for not just surviving, but thriving in midlife and beyond! Oura ring - https://ouraring.com/ Sexually Woke book - https://www.amazon.com/Sexually-Woke-Awaken-Secrets-Midlife/dp/1950934446 No Bad Parts book - https://www.amazon.com/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681

There’s so much science these days about how important it is to have a healthy gut biome (bacterial population) for optimal health, and real science about how many diseases are caused by dysbiosis (having an unhealthy gut bacterial population). Today I am digging into some common terms that many of us don’t understand, including “pre-biotics” and “probiotics” and whether we need to take them, or if we can find them in our diet. Most importantly, what does the science say about whether these actually help?

Traditional medical approaches are generally very adamant against taking any form of hormone replacement when we have had breast cancer. Today I am discussing the pros and cons of this very important decision, and offering food for thought that it should ultimately be YOUR decision, not one that is made for you. I’ll be discussing the pros and cons of taking anti-estrogen medications after a diagnosis of early stage breast cancer, as well as offering options to improve quality of life- even including hormone replacement with estrogen and/or testosterone, as well as vaginal laser therapy. A breast cancer diagnosis doesn’t have to be in the end to a great quality of life!

Omega-3 supplements have been claimed to help prevent almost every imaginable ailment, from cancer to ADHD, heart attack/stroke, pregnancy problems and countless more. But what does science really support about taking Omega-3 supplements, and what’s the best source and dose if we do take them? I’ll be sharing all of that and more today to help get to the bottom of what’s fact and fiction regarding this popular supplement!

We all know that some people struggle more with weight loss than others, and losing weight is certainly not as easy as just dieting and exercising. Hormones including leptin, ghrelin, glucagon-like peptides and others control our brain's desire to eat or to feel full. And while we may have a genetic predisposition to have certain levels of these hormones, there are things we can do to modify them in a positive way. Other emerging science suggests that the bacterial makeup of our gut can also determine how easily we store fat. Today I’ll be talking about this new understanding of weight management, as well as ways to improve it and reach a healthy weight despite your genetics! Learn more about our Holistic Medical Weight Optimization Program: https://completemidlifewellnesscenter.com/holistic-medical-weight-optimization-program Watch my previous video on HRT and Weight Gain: https://youtu.be/7Ohv1nhivFo

We spend about 1/3 of our lives asleep, yet most of us (including me, until recently) don’t give it nearly enough attention. Today I’ll remind you not only about the multiple health benefits of sleep, but I'll also discuss how to track it, and what to do if sleep doesn’t come easily. Sometimes, right when we finally have the space to sleep well, menopausal hormone changes throw another major sleep challenge at us, but there’s a solution to that, too. As a seasoned insomniac who is now sleeping 7-9 hours a night, I promise you, if I can do it, anyone can!