Dr. Mariza Snyder, a leading expert on perimenopause, cuts through the noise and confusion online. In this episode, she shares practical, actionable strategies to help you navigate this transformative life stage. She dives into the physiology of midlife changes, the effects of chronic stress, the power of movement (including quick exercise snacks), bone health essentials, and optimizing your sleep routine. Dr. Mariza also opens up about her personal perimenopause journey—including her experience of having a child in her 40s.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(10:00) Is it Postpartum to Perimenopause?
(16:00) Body Composition Changes Through Life
(22:00) Movement/Exercise for Busy Women
(25:00) Efficient Exercise for Busy Women
(35:00) Managing Stress and Exercise in Midlife
(41:00) The Impact of Chronic Stress
(45:00) Identifying and Managing Chronic Stress
(49:00) Building Resilience Through Community Connection
(55:00) Sleep Strategies for Midlife Women
(1:04:00) Morning and Evening Beauty Routines
(1:12:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep439/

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Amitay Eshel, CEO and founder of Young Goose, joins us to discuss skincare, especially for perimenopausal women. He shares insights on how hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone influence skin aging, energy levels, and antioxidants, and explains the importance of NAD for cellular health. Amitay also offers advice on slowing skin aging with topical treatments, highlights procedures to avoid, and dispels common myths about collagen and popular skincare trends.

Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(6:00) Skin Aging & Hormones
(23:00) Collagen Stimulation & Scar Tissue
(35:00) The Science of Skin Aging
(44:00) NAD and Skin Repair Mechanisms
(1:00:00) DNA Repair for Skin Aging
(1:07:00) Skin Health and Longevity
(1:20:00) Skin Renewal with Minimal Damage
(1:29:00) Morning and Evening Skincare Protocols
(1:40:00) Importance of NAD in Skincare
(1:42:00) BONUS: After-Party with Dr. Stephanie

Resources mentioned can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep438/

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Discover the science and benefits of methylene blue with Dr. Scott Sherr, a specialist in health optimization and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. In this episode, Dr. Sherr delves into methylene blue’s role in supporting mitochondrial health, easing brain fog, boosting energy, and improving cognitive function—especially for perimenopausal and menopausal women. Learn how it may enhance athletic performance, speed up recovery, and work safely with therapies like red light and NAD supplementation.

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Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate):
(0:00) Intro/Teaser
(3:00) The Surprising History & Modern Comeback of Methylene Blue
(19:00) Deep Dive: How Methylene Blue Works for Energy & Detox
(25:00) Metformin vs. Methylene Blue
(27:00) Dosing & Cycling Methylene Blue: What You Need to Know
(34:00) Methylene Blue for Travel, Altitude & Performance
(49:00) Methylene Blue for Injury Recovery (Acute & Chronic)
(54:00) Important: Methylene Blue Contraindications & Safety
(60:00) The BIG Problem with Methylene Blue Quality & Sourcing
(1:06:00) How to Take Methylene Blue: Troche vs. Swallowing
(1:12:00) Amplify Effects: Lifestyle Practices to Pair with Methylene Blue
(1:17:00) Dr. Stephanie’s Personal Experience
(1:24:00) BONUS: Dr. Stephanie’s After Party

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