The #1 Nutrient Menopausal Women Are Missing

The #1 Nutrient Menopausal Women Are Missing

The Menopause Mastery Show | Fiber: The #1 Nutrient Menopausal Women Are Missing  | Episode 285 Solocast with Dr. Betty Murray 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  Protein matters in midlife—but it is not the whole story. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray explains why fiber may be the missing nutrient behind […]

PCOS Is Dead: Why PMOS Changes Everything for Midlife Women

The Menopause Mastery Show | PCOS Is Dead: Why PMOS Changes Everything for Midlife Women  | Episode 284 Solocast with Dr. Betty Murray 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  PCOS has been renamed PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome — and Dr. Betty Murray explains why this is a major shift for women’s health. In […]

The Lymphatic Connection: An Overlooked Driver of Menopause Symptoms

The Menopause Mastery Show | The Lymphatic Connection: An Overlooked Driver of Menopause Symptoms | Episode 283 with Dr. John Douillard 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  Most conversations about menopause focus on hormones—but what if hormones aren’t the whole story? 🤔🚺 In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. John Douillard to […]

The Fracture Risks Most Women Miss

The Menopause Mastery Show | The Fracture Risks Most Women Miss | Episode 282 with Dr. John Neustadt  🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  💊 What if some of the most commonly prescribed medications are quietly increasing your fracture risk? In this Menopause Mastery episode, Dr. John Neustadt joins Dr. Betty Murray to discuss the […]

The Hidden Shift In Midlife: Hormone Decline, Muscle Loss, and Healthy Aging During Menopause

The Menopause Mastery Show | The Hidden Shift In Midlife: Hormone Decline, Muscle Loss, and Healthy Aging During Menopause | Episode 281 with Jerry Mixon, MD 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  🚺Why do women lose muscle during menopause? And, what happens next?  In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Jerry Mixon […]

Menopause Research Is Failing Women

The Menopause Mastery Show | How Menopause Health Research Is Failing Women: Why So Many Symptoms Are Missed | Episode 280 with Andrea Donsky 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  🚺 What are the real symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, and why are so many women still being overlooked in the conversation around women’s health?  […]

She Did Everything Right and Still Needed a Hip Replacement

The Menopause Mastery Show | She Did Everything Right and Still Needed a Hip Replacement: Osteoarthritis, Menopause, and Joint Health | Episode 279 with Zora Benhamou 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  What really causes hip problems, even in active women who lift weights, play sports, and take their health seriously? In this episode, Dr. […]

Low Libido in Perimenopause and Menopause: The 4 Biochemical Pathways Behind Low Sex Drive (and How to Rebuild Intimacy)

The Menopause Mastery Show | Low Libido in Perimenopause and Menopause: The 4 Biochemical Pathways Behind Low Sex Drive (and How to Rebuild Intimacy) | Episode 278  🚺✨ Loss of Desire in Perimenopause and Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know  🎙️ Welcome to Menopause Mastery! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray talks about one […]

Master Your Thyroid: Navigating Hormones and Health In Menopause

The Menopause Mastery Show | Master Your Thyroid: Navigating Hormones and Health In Menopause | Episode 277  🩺 Thyroid Pauses in Perimenopause & Menopause: Labs, Reverse T3, and Getting Proper Treatment with Dr.  Amie Hornaman, “The Thyroid Fixer” 🌱 Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show!  In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray welcomes thyroid and hormone […]

Menopause Q&A: Top 10 Questions and Expert Answers to Common Concerns |

The Menopause Mastery Show | Menopause Q&A: Top 10 Questions and Expert Answers to Common Concerns | Episode 276  Q&A with Dr. Betty: Top 10 Questions Women Ask About Perimenopause and Menopause 🌱 Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray answers the top 10 most frequently asked questions about perimenopause […]

The Gut-Hormone Connection In Menopause: Why It Matters and What You Should Know

The Menopause Mastery Show | The Gut-Hormone Connection In Menopause: Why It Matters and What You Should Know 💡 What if your menopause symptoms are being shaped by your gut health? 🌱 Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with metabolic health expert and author Cynthia Thurlow, NP […]

The Economic Impact of Menopause Women Can't Ignore

The Economic Impact of Menopause Women Can’t Ignore | The Menopause Master Show | Episode 274 💰 Women, Wealth, & Menopause: Why It’s an Economic Emergency! 🌱 Welcome to Menopause Mastery! Did you know: Women control $31.8 trillion in global consumer spending? It’s true, yet the healthcare system designed to serve them is falling short. […]

GLP-1/GIP Drugs & HRT in Midlife: What the New Data Suggests for Women's Health

GLP-1/GIP Drugs & HRT in Midlife: What the New Data Suggests for Women’s Health | The Menopause Master Show | Episode 273  🩺 Rethinking GLP-1/GIP Drugs: A New Perspective on the Impact During Perimenopause and Menopause  🌱 Welcome to Menopause Mastery! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray revisits prior criticism of GLP-1/GIP drugs (semaglutide, tirzepatide). […]

What You Need to Know About the #1 Leading Cause of Death in Women

The Menopause Mastery Show | Understanding Women’s Cardiac Health In Menopause | Episode 272 with John Osborne, MD, PhD, FACC, FNLA 🌱 Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray welcomes cardiologist Dr. John  Osborne to discuss menopause as a major cardiovascular transition and how women are often misassessed using a […]

Ageless Beauty: Embracing Energy Medicine for Skin Health

The Menopause Mastery Show | Ageless Beauty: Embracing Energy Medicine for Skin Health | Episode 271 with Cathy Goldstein  🌱 Skincare in Menopause: Energy Medicine, Acupuncture, & the 7-Minute “Facelift” (Plus What Actually Works) In this Menopause Mastery episode, Dr. Betty Murray and acupuncturist Cathy Goldstein discuss why skincare in perimenopause and menopause is about […]

Hormone Health 101: HRT Myths & What Symptoms Really Mean | Q&A w/Dr. Betty Murray

Menopause Mastery Show |  Hormone Health 101: HRT Myths & What Symptoms Really Mean | Q&A w/ Dr. Betty Murray, featuring guest Kelly Resendez 📌 What Every Woman Needs to Know About Perimenopause, Menopause, and Beyond Welcome to Menopause Mastery! Join  Dr. Betty Murray and Kelly Resendez, President of Menrva, as they discuss myths and […]

Understanding Progesterone: Myths, Science, and Health Impacts

Menopause Mastery Show | Understanding Progesterone: Myths, Science, and Health Impacts   Progesterone in Perimenopause & Menopause: Bioidentical vs Progestins, Sleep, Cognition, and the Real Science   Welcome to Menopause Mastery! Join Dr. Betty Murray in this episode as she breaks down the science behind progesterone.  Amid online controversy, Dr. Betty explains what progesterone does […]

Is It Too Late to Start Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Menopause Mastery Show | Starting HRT After 65: Is It Too Late? Transdermal Estrogen and Bone, Sleep & Dementia Risk   Welcome to Menopause Mastery! In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray examines whether starting menopausal hormone therapy after age 65 is always unsafe, arguing that blanket “no” answers stem from an evidence vacuum and fear […]

Perimenopause and Menopause Myths Busted: What Every Woman Should Know About Hormones

Perimenopause and Menopause Myths Busted! Welcome back to the Menopause Mastery Podcast! In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Betty Murray and guest Kelly Resendez get real about the top myths and truths that surround perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause—especially when it comes to hormone replacement therapy. From the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones to the controversies sparked […]

The Missing Link in Menopause Treatment

What if the missing piece in your menopause journey isn’t hormones, but your nervous system? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Patrick Porter, founder and inventor of of BrainTap technology, a revolutionary light, sound, and vibration system that uses brain wave entrainment to flip the switch on sympathetic […]

BrainTap Technology: Rewiring Your Brain for Better Sleep and Stress Resilience | Dr. Patrick Porter

What if the missing piece in your menopause journey isn’t hormones, but your nervous system? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Patrick Porter, founder and inventor of of BrainTap technology, a revolutionary light, sound, and vibration system that uses brain wave entrainment to flip the switch on sympathetic […]

How to Prepare Your Body for Breast Implant Surgery and Recovery | Dr. Robert Whitfield

What if your breast implants are quietly triggering an immune response like organ rejection? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Whitfield—the only surgeon performing explants with simultaneous fat transfer—to discuss breast implant illness, why 29% of capsules show bacterial contamination, and his SHARP Method for optimizing any surgical outcome through genetics, toxicity […]

Why Your Body Rejects Breast Implants | Dr. Robert Whitfield

What if your breast implants are quietly triggering an immune response like organ rejection? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Whitfield—the only surgeon performing explants with simultaneous fat transfer—to discuss breast implant illness, why 29% of capsules show bacterial contamination, and his SHARP Method for optimizing any surgical outcome through genetics, toxicity […]

The Truth About Strength Training in Midlife

Why aren’t your workouts working anymore? In this episode, I break down the exercise science that actually builds muscle in menopause, and why most midlife women are doing it wrong. Learn why exercise must come before increasing protein to fix anabolic resistance, how to use zone 2 cardio without burning muscle, why high-intensity classes may […]

The Exercise Order That Actually Builds Muscle in Menopause

Why aren’t your workouts working anymore? In this episode, I break down the exercise science that actually builds muscle in menopause, and why most midlife women are doing it wrong. Learn why exercise must come before increasing protein to fix anabolic resistance, how to use zone 2 cardio without burning muscle, why high-intensity classes may […]

Why 80% of Women Gain Weight in Menopause

Almost 80% of women will experience weight gain as they enter perimenopause and menopause, and what makes it even worse is that the strategies that worked in your 20s and 30s stop working entirely. I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this solo episode, I’m breaking down the exact science behind why menopause destroys your metabolism, […]

The Real Cause of Perimenopause Fatigue & Pain

What if your chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, or overwhelming perimenopause symptoms aren’t just hormonal, but neurological? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this groundbreaking episode, I sit down with Ashok Gupta, founder of the Gupta Program and pioneer in neuroplasticity-based brain retraining for chronic illness. Ashok’s personal journey from debilitating chronic fatigue syndrome at Cambridge University […]

How Neuroplasticity Can Reverse Chronic Fatigue, Pain, and Anxiety

What if your chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, or overwhelming perimenopause symptoms aren’t just hormonal, but neurological? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this groundbreaking episode, I sit down with Ashok Gupta, founder of the Gupta Program and pioneer in neuroplasticity-based brain retraining for chronic illness. Ashok’s personal journey from debilitating chronic fatigue syndrome at Cambridge University […]

The Seven Pillars of Health: A Simple Self-Checkup That Could Save Your Life

In this quick episode, I sit down with Dr. Donese Worden, a researcher and clinician who is one of 80 scientists worldwide leading the charge on the mitochondrial theory of cancer.  We’re pulling apart the misinformation in functional medicine, the dangerous trends in biohacking, and why conventional cancer care, while well-intentioned, is treating the wrong […]

The Root Cause of Cancer Nobody Talks About

What if everything you’ve been told about cancer is based on the wrong science? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this myth-busting episode, I sit down with Dr. Donese Worden, researcher, clinician, and one of 80 scientists worldwide leading the charge on the mitochondrial theory of cancer. Dr. Donese is co-founding the Society for International […]

Why 'It's Just Stress' Is Destroying Women's Work-Life Balance

Your brain is not broken and your mind is not a mess. You’re not failing as a mom. You’re not falling behind as an executive. We need to restore your hormones. I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Romie Mushtaq, neurologist, Chief Wellness Officer for a company of […]

The Workplace Crisis No One Is Talking About

Your brain is not broken and your mind is not a mess. You’re not failing as a mom. You’re not falling behind as an executive. We need to restore your hormones. I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Romie Mushtaq, neurologist, Chief Wellness Officer for a company of […]

The Silent Signs of Pre-Diabetes Most Doctors Miss (Check Your Neck)

Can you be lean and metabolically unfit? Can you be overweight and metabolically healthy? Most of the world’s type 2 diabetics are lean. Weight is not the issue. It’s a distraction from what actually matters: metabolic fitness. Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Beverly Yates ND to shatter the myths about metabolic health, weight, […]

How Two Women Reversed Type 2 Diabetes With 5 Simple Steps

Can you be lean and metabolically unfit? Can you be overweight and metabolically healthy? Most of the world’s type 2 diabetics are lean. Weight is not the issue. It’s a distraction from what actually matters: metabolic fitness. Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Beverly Yates ND to shatter the myths about metabolic health, weight, […]

Doctor Reveals: The Real Reason You Can't Lose Weight After 40

Feeling exhausted, gaining weight around your midsection, and struggling despite “doing everything right”? You’re not broken, your body is working against you because of a major hormonal shift most doctors completely ignore. Dr. Betty Murray, integrative functional medicine doctor with 20+ years of experience and founder of Minerva Telemedicine, explains exactly what’s happening in your […]

Why You Feel Frumpy, Fluffy & Tired After 40 (Here's How to Fix It) | D. Betty Reveals

Feeling exhausted, gaining belly fat, and stuck despite doing everything “right”? You’re not broken, your hormones are changing. In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray explains what really happens to your metabolism after 40, why old diet and cardio advice backfires, how hormonal shifts impact energy, muscle, and fat storage, and what actually helps you feel […]

Why 50% of Women on HRT Are Undertreated (And How to Fix It)

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn’t about “should you” do hormones. This is about how to […]

10 Things Your Doctor Won't Tell You About Hormone Replacement Therapy (But Should)

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn’t about “should you” do hormones. This is about how to […]

Why Extreme Diets Are Destroying Your Gut Microbiome in Menopause (Ayurvedic Solutions)

Did you know that the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response in your body, and everything you’ve been doing to “fix” it might be making it worse? In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code, to break down why perimenopause and menopause trigger inflammation, how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom […]

Why Your Diet Is Making Menopause Inflammation Worse (Ayurvedic Solutions That Work)

Did you know that the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response in your body, and everything you’ve been doing to “fix” it might be making it worse? In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code, to break down why perimenopause and menopause trigger inflammation, how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom […]

How to Balance Your Hormones Naturally (And Make Hormone Therapy Actually Work)

Did you know the FDA just reversed 23 years of misinformation about hormone therapy? In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down what this landmark ruling means for every woman, and why an entire generation was robbed of the opportunity to protect their health. This is vindication, but it also opens up critical questions about what […]

The Complete Guide to Hormone Balance: 5 Natural Pillars + How to Make Hormone Therapy Work

Did you know the FDA just reversed 23 years of misinformation about hormone therapy? In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down what this landmark ruling means for every woman, and why an entire generation was robbed of the opportunity to protect their health. This is vindication, but it also opens up critical questions about what […]

FDA Removes Estrogen Warning + Top 5 Menopause Tips

The FDA just made history, and it changes everything for women’s health. After 23 years, the FDA removed the black box warning from estrogen therapy. This is a MASSIVE win for women everywhere. What we were told about estrogen being risky for breast cancer, stroke, and heart attack? Completely inaccurate. We’ll soon break down what […]

5 Things Every Woman in Menopause Needs to Know Right Now

The FDA just made history, and it changes everything for women’s health. After 23 years, the FDA removed the black box warning from estrogen therapy. This is a MASSIVE win for women everywhere. What we were told about estrogen being risky for breast cancer, stroke, and heart attack? Completely inaccurate. We’ll soon break down what […]

We Cannot Live Without The Lymphatic System for 1 Minute

Tired of being told your cellulite, stiffness, and pain are “just aging”? It’s time for the truth about your lymph and fascia! In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray and fascia expert Kelly Kennedy dismantle everything you thought you knew about cellulite, aging, and what your body is capable of. If conventional medicine […]

The Real Reason You Have Cellulite (It's Not Aging)

Tired of being told your cellulite, stiffness, and pain are “just aging”? In this powerful episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray and fascia expert Kelly Kennedy expose the real connection between fascia, lymph, and healing. Learn why cellulite isn‘t about age, how stagnant lymph affects everything from pain to energy, and the simple practices […]

Why You're Not Losing Weight (It's Not What You're Eating)

Doing “all the right things” and still can’t lose weight? It’s not your thyroid, your willpower, or your discipline. It’s something deeper. In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Powter, weight loss & mindset expert, to unpack the real reason women struggle with weight in midlife. We’re diving into childhood programming, self-sabotage patterns, and […]

Stop Sabotaging Your Weight Loss (Here's How)

Doing everything right but still can’t lose weight? It’s not your willpower, it’s deeper. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, weight loss expert Jennifer Powter breaks down the  real reasons behind midlife weight struggles and how to finally fix them. About this weeks guest:   Jennifer Powter is the Founder of SMART Weight Loss and […]

Feeling Tired No Matter What You Eat? This Might Be Why

Feeling drained despite eating well? Many women in perimenopause and menopause struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and hormone imbalance, even when “doing everything right.” The culprit might be hidden hunger: silent mineral deficiencies leaving your cells undernourished. In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, to explore how minerals form […]

You're Not Tired, You're Depleted: The Truth About Mineral Deficiency

Are you nourishing your body, but still feeling drained? So many women in perimenopause and menopause struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and hormone imbalance, even when they’re “doing everything right.” The truth? You might be experiencing hidden hunger, a silent mineral deficiency that leaves your cells undernourished, no matter how healthy your diet looks. In […]

The Vagina Coach's Expert Pelvic Floor Advice

There’s one body part rarely talked about during menopause… until now. Even I didn’t think much about my pelvic floor until recently, when I became hyper-aware of it. Most women only hear about incontinence, prolapse, or painful sex. But your pelvic floor affects posture, digestion, hormones, and overall quality of life. In this episode of […]

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: Tips from The Vagina Coach

There’s one body part rarely talked about during menopause… until now. Even I didn’t think much about my pelvic floor until recently, when I became hyper-aware of it. Most women only hear about incontinence, prolapse, or painful sex. But your pelvic floor affects posture, digestion, hormones, and overall quality of life. In this episode of Menopause […]

Your Words Are Keeping You in Pain – Shift Your Mindset!

Your Words Could Be Keeping You in Pain Are you stuck saying “I’m hanging in there” or “This project is killing me”? What if your language is actually shaping your energy, productivity, and well-being? In this highlight from #MenopauseMastery, Dr. Brandy Cummings shares a simple yet powerful tool: reframe your words to focus on what […]

Chronic Pain? Your EMOTIONS May Be the Cause

Are you stuck in a cycle of chronic pain, fatigue, and burnout that no test or supplement seems to fix? In this powerful episode of #MenopauseMastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Brandy Cummings, DCN, a preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum nutritionist, to explore the often-overlooked emotional roots of chronic pain, burnout, and fatigue. Dr. […]

Emotional Eating & Food Addiction: Healing, Recovery, and Empowerment

Are you tired of feeling trapped in the cycle of emotional eating, bingeing, or restrictive diets? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Amber Romaniuk shares her raw and inspiring journey: from emotional eating, food addiction, bulimia, and body image struggles to self-worth, healing, and empowerment. We dive deep into: -Understanding emotional eating, binge eating, […]

Stop Emotional Eating | Amber’s Story & Healing Tips

Are you tired of feeling trapped in the cycle of emotional eating, bingeing, and restrictive diets? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Amber Romaniuk shares her raw and inspiring journey from emotional eating, food addiction, bulimia, and body image struggles to self-worth, healing, and empowerment. We dive deep into: -Understanding emotional eating, binge eating, […]

Stop Emotional Eating | Amber's Story & Healing Tips

Are you tired of feeling trapped in the cycle of emotional eating, bingeing, and restrictive diets? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Amber Romaniuk shares her raw and inspiring journey from emotional eating, food addiction, bulimia, and body image struggles to self-worth, healing, and empowerment. We dive deep into: -Understanding emotional eating, binge eating, […]

Giving 100% but Seeing No Results? PERIMENOPAUSE Hacks!

Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flashes: it’s a revolution for your body, brain, and future health. In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder to reveal the truth about perimenopause and menopause. Together, they unpack myths about symptoms, explore the role of estrogen and testosterone in mood, motivation, memory, and energy, […]

Perimenopause Symptoms No One Talks About | Hormones, Mental Health & Tips

Perimenopause isn’t just about hot flashes: it’s a revolution for your body, brain, and future health. In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder to reveal the truth about perimenopause and menopause. Together, they unpack myths about symptoms, explore the role of estrogen and testosterone in mood, motivation, memory, and energy, […]

The Truth About Dental Health & Women’s Wellness (That No One Talks About)

Did you know your dental health is closely connected to your overall well-being as a woman? In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by biological dentist Dr. Toni Engram to explore how dental health is deeply intertwined with hormonal changes, energy, and long-term vitality. From the fluoride controversy to the surprising role of saliva, and from […]

The Truth About Dental Health & Women's Wellness (That No One Talks About)

Did you know your dental health is closely connected to your overall well-being as a woman? In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by biological dentist Dr. Toni Engram to explore how dental health is deeply intertwined with hormonal changes, energy, and long-term vitality. From the fluoride controversy to the surprising role of saliva, and from […]

Hormones and Your Smile: What You Need to Know

Did you know your dental health is closely connected to your overall well–being as a woman? In this eye–opening episode, I’m joined by biological dentist Dr. Toni Engram to explore how dental health is deeply intertwined with hormonal changes, energy, and long–term vitality. From the fluoride controversy to the surprising role of saliva, and from […]

I Beat Stage 4 Cancer with THIS!

Are you feeling drained, foggy, or like your vitality slipped away after 35? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this powerful episode, I sit down with an incredible guest who reversed her own stage 4 cancer journey. She’s the author of a groundbreaking book on GMO therapy and creator of the documentary Nature Provides, sharing […]

The NATURAL Solution You've Been Missing

Are you feeling drained, foggy, or like your vitality slipped away after 35? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this powerful episode, I sit down with an incredible guest who reversed her own stage 4 cancer journey. She’s the author of a groundbreaking book on GMO therapy and creator of the documentary Nature Provides, sharing […]

The Simple Test to DECLUTTER Your Life

Are you holding onto things, relationships, or commitments that drain your energy and leave you feeling heavy? In this powerful episode, I sit down with life transformation expert Heather Aardema to reveal the game-changing “light vs. heavy” decision-making framework that’s helping women declutter not just their closets, but their entire lives—and why this simple body […]

Take Control: DECLUTTER Your Life Now

Are you clinging to possessions, relationships, or obligations that sap your energy and weigh you down? In this transformative episode, I’m joined by life transformation expert Heather Aardema to explore the revolutionary “light vs. heavy” decision-making tool that’s empowering women to declutter not only their spaces but their entire lives—and why tapping into this simple […]

Pill vs Patch: The Truth

Are you taking hormone therapy but still struggling with symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, or sleepless nights? What if I told you that 50% of women are being under-treated with hormones, while 25% are getting too much—all because we’re measuring the wrong things? In this groundbreaking episode, I reveal the shocking truth about why my […]

The Safest Form of Hormone Therapy

Are you feeling exhausted, foggy, or like your energy has slipped away after 35? I’m Dr. Betty Murray, and in this episode of Menopause Mastery, I’m diving into a crucial truth about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that could change your life—why your current treatment might not be working and how we can fix it. With […]

From Brain Fog to Brilliant: The Hormone That Changed Everything

Are you struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or feeling like you’ve lost your spark after 40? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with renowned gynecologist and hormone expert Dr. Anna Cabeca to reveal the shocking truth about a critical hormone that plummets by 75% as women age—and the game-changing strategies to reclaim […]

You Lose 75% of This Hormone by Age 55 (Here's How to Get It Back)

Are you struggling with fatigue, brain fog, or feeling like you’ve lost your spark after 40? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with renowned gynecologist and hormone expert Dr. Anna Cabeca to reveal the shocking truth about a critical hormone that plummets by 75% as women age—and the game-changing strategies to reclaim […]

Why This FDA Change Is Good News for You

I have to share something important with you today. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the groundbreaking FDA meeting that finally addressed removing the black box warning on estradiol and estriol—a warning that was based on a fatally flawed study and has kept 85% of menopausal women from getting the treatment you desperately need. […]

The FDA Finally Got It Right

I have to share something important with you today. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the groundbreaking FDA meeting that finally addressed removing the black box warning on estradiol and estriol—a warning that was based on a fatally flawed study and has kept 85% of menopausal women from getting the treatment you desperately need. […]

Menopause Myths BUSTED: What Your Doctor Got Wrong

In this myth-busting episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray tackles the three biggest lies about menopause that are sabotaging your health and happiness. If you’ve been told that weight gain is “inevitable,” that you just have to “tough out” your symptoms, or that hormone therapy is “dangerous,” this episode will set the record straight […]

3 Menopause Myths That Keep You Fat, Tired & Miserable

In this myth-busting episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray tackles the three biggest lies about menopause that are sabotaging your health and happiness. If you’ve been told that weight gain is “inevitable,” that you just have to “tough out” your symptoms, or that hormone therapy is “dangerous,” this episode will set the record straight […]

The Hormone Warning Label That Destroyed Women's Health for 20 Years

In this explosive episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with integrative dietitian and menopause expert Esther Blum (Gwyneth Paltrow’s menopause mentor!) to dissect the groundbreaking FDA panel meeting that happened just 10 days ago. If you’re tired of being terrorized by black box warnings on hormones that are actually SAFER than aspirin, […]

The Medical Gaslighting That's Killing Women

In this explosive episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with integrative dietitian and menopause expert Esther Blum (Gwyneth Paltrow’s menopause mentor!) to dissect the groundbreaking FDA panel meeting that happened just 10 days ago. If you’re tired of being terrorized by black box warnings on hormones that are actually SAFER than aspirin, […]

The Hormone That Prevents Alzheimer's in Women (Doctors Don't Tell You)

In this groundbreaking episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Daved Rosensweet—a physician with 55 years of experience who has been fighting for women’s hormone rights since before most of us were born—to break down the game-changing FDA meeting that happened last week. For the first time in decades, the FDA […]

How Hormone Replacement Could Save Millions of Women's Lives

In this groundbreaking episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Daved Rosensweet—a physician with 55 years of experience who has been fighting for women’s hormone rights since before most of us were born—to break down the game-changing FDA meeting that happened last week. For the first time in decades, the FDA […]

The Secret to Strong Bones After 50 (It's Not Calcium)

Tired of chasing “skinny” and feeling weaker than ever? It’s time to chase strength instead. In this empowering episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anne-Marie Chaker, former Wall Street Journal journalist turned strength training advocate and author of “Lift: How Women Can Reclaim Their Physical Power and Transform Their Lives.” Anne-Marie’s […]

Why Women Should Chase Muscle, Not Skinny

Tired of chasing “skinny” and feeling weaker than ever? It’s time to chase strength instead. In this empowering episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anne-Marie Chaker, former Wall Street Journal journalist turned strength training advocate and author of “Lift: How Women Can Reclaim Their Physical Power and Transform Their Lives.” Anne-Marie’s […]

The Histamine Problem Making Your Migraines Worse

Tired of doctors dismissing your migraines as “just stress”? It’s time to get real answers. In this game-changing episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Meg Mill, a functional medicine expert who transformed her own health journey from chronic gut issues to helping women worldwide solve their migraine mysteries. If you’re […]

Why Women Get More Migraines: The Hidden Hormone Connection

Tired of doctors dismissing your migraines as “just stress”? It’s time to get real answers. In this game-changing episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Meg Mill, a functional medicine expert who transformed her own health journey from chronic gut issues to helping women worldwide solve their migraine mysteries. If you’re […]

Why Your Energy Crashes After 40 (It's Not What You Think)

Feeling exhausted and can’t figure out why? The answer might be hiding in your gut and mitochondria. In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with functional medicine expert Laura Frontiero to uncover the real root causes behind midlife energy crashes. If you’re tired of being told “it’s just your age” […]

The Midlife Energy Crisis: Why You're Exhausted and How to Fix It

Feeling exhausted and can’t figure out why? The answer might be hiding in your gut and mitochondria. In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with functional medicine expert Laura Frontiero to uncover the real root causes behind midlife energy crashes. If you’re tired of being told “it’s just your age” […]

Take Control: How Food Choices Impact Your Hormones with Natalie Jill

Are you struggling with midlife health challenges that seem impossible to overcome? Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from hitting rock bottom first. In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Natalie Jill, renowned fitness expert and author, for a powerful conversation about midlife health reinvention. Natalie shares her shocking journey […]

These Foods Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Hormone Balance

Are you struggling with midlife health challenges that seem impossible to overcome? Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from hitting rock bottom first.   In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Natalie Jill, renowned fitness expert and author, for a powerful conversation about midlife health reinvention. Natalie shares her shocking […]

Why Everything You've Been Told About Hormone Therapy Is Wrong

Did you know that starting hormone replacement therapy has an ideal window, and starting it at the wrong time can actually impact your brain, bones, and heart? In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll break down the science behind the critical window theory of hormone replacement therapy. Discover the truth about the Women’s Health […]

The Ideal Age to Start Hormone Replacement (Most Women Get This Wrong)

Did you know that starting hormone replacement therapy has an ideal window, and starting it at the wrong time can actually impact your brain, bones, and heart?   In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll break down the science behind the critical window theory of hormone replacement therapy.   Discover the truth about the […]

Transform Your Hormones with These Simple Diet Tweaks

Are the “healthy” foods you’re eating actually making your menopause symptoms worse? You might be shocked by what’s sabotaging your progress.   In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll reveal the hidden truth about foods that seem healthy but are actually triggering hormonal chaos during menopause. With over 20 years of experience helping women navigate […]

Nutrition Secrets for Perfect Hormone Balance

Are the “healthy” foods you’re eating actually making your menopause symptoms worse? You might be shocked by what’s sabotaging your progress.   In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll reveal the hidden truth about foods that seem healthy but are actually triggering hormonal chaos during menopause. With over 20 years of experience helping women navigate […]

Understanding Your Genetic Pathways: A Key to Cancer Prevention

Are your mornings setting you up for success or sabotaging your hormone health? Discover the power of morning rituals in balancing your hormones and boosting your energy levels. In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Dr. Amie “The Thyroid Fixer” a renowned expert in thyroid health and hormone balance. […]

The Essential Hormone Tests Every Woman Needs to Prevent Cancer

Are your mornings setting you up for success or sabotaging your hormone health? Discover the power of morning rituals in balancing your hormones and boosting your energy levels.   In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Dr. Amie “The Thyroid Fixer” a renowned expert in thyroid health and hormone […]

Morning Habits That Improve Sleep and Balance Hormones Naturally

Kickstart your day with the right morning rituals to balance your hormones and boost your energy! In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll share transformative morning routines that can help stabilize your hormones and improve your overall well-being. With over 20 years of experience in functional medicine, I explain how simple changes in your […]

5 Morning Rituals to Balance Hormones

Kickstart your day with the right morning rituals to balance your hormones and boost your energy! In this week’s episode of Menopause Mastery, I’ll share transformative morning routines that can help stabilize your hormones and improve your overall well-being. With over 20 years of experience in functional medicine, I explain how simple changes in your […]

3 Simple Changes to Outsmart Menopause Weight Gain

Uncover the real reasons women over 45 struggle with stubborn weight gain—hint: it’s not about willpower or calories. Discover how shifting estrogen, rising cortisol, and insulin resistance affect your metabolism, and learn 3 science-backed strategies to outsmart menopause weight gain. If you’ve tried everything and nothing’s worked, this episode is your roadmap to real change.

The Cortisol Connection: Why Stress Adds Belly Fat After 40

Struggling with stubborn belly fat that seems to appear overnight after 40? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray reveals why traditional diet and exercise methods fail women over 45. With over 20 years of experience helping thousands of women through perimenopause and menopause, Dr. Betty […]

Why Women Lose Bone Density After 50 (It's Not Just Calcium)

How to Test Your Hormones Properly When Your Doctor Won't Listen

Are you concerned about your bone health during menopause? Understanding your hormone levels is crucial for maintaining strong bones and overall wellbeing. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray, certified nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, breaks down the complex relationship between hormones and bone health. With over 20 years of experience helping women […]

How Hormones Are Secretly Sabotaging Your Hair Growth

Are you experiencing hair loss and wondering if it’s related to menopause? You’re not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray talks with Julie Olson, a triple-certified nutritionist and functional medicine expert, about the complex causes of hair loss in women. Julie shares her five-step process and root cause analysis to help […]

Stress and Hair Loss: The Vicious Cycle You Can Break

Are you experiencing hair loss and wondering if it’s related to menopause? You’re not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray talks with Julie Olson, a triple-certified nutritionist and functional medicine expert, about the complex causes of hair loss in women. Julie shares her five-step process and root cause analysis to help […]

Unlocking Weight Secrets

Are you struggling with weight gain and body composition changes during menopause? You’re not alone. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of Nine Arms of Wellness, to explore the crucial role of the microbiome in women’s health. Discover how feeding […]

Gut Health Expert Reveals: The REAL Reason Women Gain Weight After 40

Are you struggling with weight gain and body composition changes during menopause? You’re not alone.   In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of Nine Arms of Wellness, to explore the crucial role of the microbiome in women’s health.   Discover […]

The New Blood Test Catching Cancer Before It Grows

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Sumit Rai, founder of Cancer Check Labs, to uncover a groundbreaking new approach to cancer screening and prevention. We dive deep into how cancer really develops—years before it’s detectable by traditional scans—and why early detection at the cellular level could be the key to saving […]

Early Cancer Detection Could Save Your Life — Here’s How

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Sumit Rai, founder of Cancer Check Labs, to uncover a groundbreaking new approach to cancer screening and prevention. We dive deep into how cancer really develops—years before it’s detectable by traditional scans—and why early detection at the cellular level could be the key to saving […]

Early Cancer Detection Could Save Your Life — Here's How

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Sumit Rai, founder of Cancer Check Labs, to uncover a groundbreaking new approach to cancer screening and prevention. We dive deep into how cancer really develops—years before it’s detectable by traditional scans—and why early detection at the cellular level could be the key to saving […]

You Could Be in Menopause, and Not Even Know It

Are your menopause symptoms starting way earlier than expected? You’re not imagining it. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray breaks down a groundbreaking new study from the University of Virginia that challenges everything we thought we knew about perimenopause. Spoiler: over 20% of women under 46 are already experiencing symptoms—and many doctors […]

Why More Women Are Hitting Perimenopause in Their 30s

Are your menopause symptoms starting way earlier than expected? You’re not imagining it. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray breaks down a groundbreaking new study from the University of Virginia that challenges everything we thought we knew about perimenopause. Spoiler: over 20% of women under 46 are already experiencing symptoms—and many doctors […]

What Most People Get Wrong About Nursing Homes and Aging

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Dr. Melissa Batchelor—nurse practitioner, Alzheimer’s researcher, and host of This Is Getting Old—to tackle one of the biggest fears women face in midlife: dementia. We dive into what really causes Alzheimer’s, how it silently begins in your 40s and 50s, and why sleep, strength training, […]

The Truth About Caregiver Burnout (And How to Build a Support Team)

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Dr. Melissa Batchelor—nurse practitioner, Alzheimer’s researcher, and host of This Is Getting Old—to tackle one of the biggest fears women face in midlife: dementia. We dive into what really causes Alzheimer’s, how it silently begins in your 40s and 50s, and why sleep, strength training, […]

Should You Use Ozempic During Menopause?

If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and not seeing results from semaglutide or tirzepatide, you’re not alone. I’m breaking down what the latest research from the Mayo Clinic reveals: Women on hormone replacement therapy lose significantly more weight while using these medications. We’ll talk about why just injecting the meds isn’t enough, how estrogen, progesterone, […]

Is there a way to solve Menopause Weight Gain?

If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and not seeing results from semaglutide or tirzepatide, you’re not alone. I’m breaking down what the latest research from the Mayo Clinic reveals: Women on hormone replacement therapy lose significantly more weight while using these medications. We’ll talk about why just injecting the meds isn’t enough, how estrogen, progesterone, […]

You’ve Been Misdiagnosed: The Hidden Hormone Blocking Your Progress

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I’m diving deep into something I’ve been shouting from the rooftops for years… It’s not about calories. It’s not about working out more. It’s about cortisol. If you’ve been doing all the right things—eating well, exercising, cutting calories—and you’re still struggling with belly fat, insomnia, high blood pressure, or […]

You've Been Misdiagnosed: The Hidden Hormone Blocking Your Progress

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I’m diving deep into something I’ve been shouting from the rooftops for years… It’s not about calories. It’s not about working out more. It’s about cortisol. If you’ve been doing all the right things—eating well, exercising, cutting calories—and you’re still struggling with belly fat, insomnia, high blood pressure, or […]

Menopause Moments: Can Hypnosis Really Heal IBS?

In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Tiffany Duffing, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology, to explore the powerful (and often overlooked) link between your gut, brain, and hormones—especially during perimenopause and menopause. If you’ve been struggling with IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or unexplained digestive issues, […]

Can Hypnosis Really Heal IBS? Groundbreaking Gut Health Solutions for Women

In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Tiffany Duffing, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology, to explore the powerful (and often overlooked) link between your gut, brain, and hormones—especially during perimenopause and menopause. If you’ve been struggling with IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or unexplained digestive issues, […]

Menopause Moments: 'We Have to Be Thoughtful on the Way We Choose to Eat' – Cynthia Thurlow

In this must-listen episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Cynthia Thurlow, NP, a nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting expert, and TEDx speaker whose talk on fasting has amassed over 15 million views. Together, they explore the real impact of intermittent fasting on women’s health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. Cynthia dives deep into […]

Two-Time TED Speaker: 'We Have to Be Thoughtful on the Way We Choose to Eat' – Fasting with Cynthia Thurlow

In this must-listen episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Cynthia Thurlow, NP, a nurse practitioner, intermittent fasting expert, and TEDx speaker whose talk on fasting has amassed over 15 million views. Together, they explore the real impact of intermittent fasting on women’s health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. Cynthia dives deep into […]

Metabolic Syndrome & Menopause: The Hidden Dangers with Dr. Beverly Yates

In this must-listen episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Dr. Beverly Yates, ND—a metabolic health expert and naturopathic doctor—to uncover the hidden dangers of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and blood sugar imbalances in menopause. Dr. Yates shares eye-opening insights on how hormonal shifts during menopause increase the risk of diabetes, heart […]

Menopause Moments: Emotional Eating & Menopause with Tricia Nelson

In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Tricia Nelson—an emotional eating expert, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author—to uncover the hidden causes of food cravings and emotional eating, especially during menopause. Tricia shares must-know insights on why we turn to food for comfort, the difference between emotional eating and true hunger, […]

Emotional Eating & Menopause: Breaking the Cycle with Tricia Nelson

In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Tricia Nelson—an emotional eating expert, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author—to uncover the hidden causes of food cravings and emotional eating, especially during menopause. Tricia shares must-know insights on why we turn to food for comfort, the difference between emotional eating and true hunger, […]

Menopause Moments: HPV & Menopause with Dr. Doni Wilson

In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Dr. Doni Wilson—a renowned naturopathic doctor, midwife, clinical nutritionist, and best-selling author—to uncover the hidden risks of HPV during menopause and how to take control of your health. Dr. Doni shares must-know insights on HPV, cervical cancer risks, and the limitations of conventional […]

HPV & Menopause: Protecting Your Health with Dr. Doni Wilson

In this eye-opening episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Dr. Doni Wilson—a renowned naturopathic doctor, midwife, clinical nutritionist, and best-selling author—to uncover the hidden risks of HPV during menopause and how to take control of your health. Dr. Doni shares must-know insights on HPV, cervical cancer risks, and the limitations of conventional […]

Menoupause Moments: The Future of Mood Treatment with Dr. Haviva Malina

In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Dr. Haviva Malina—a pioneering advocate in ketamine-assisted treatment—to explore a groundbreaking approach to managing mood swings and emotional challenges during perimenopause. Dr. Malina shares her journey from emergency medicine to leading the innovative application of ketamine therapy, revealing how this treatment bypasses the […]

Ketamine & Menopause: The Future of Mood Treatment with Dr Haviva Malina

In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Dr. Haviva Malina—a pioneering advocate in ketamine-assisted treatment—to explore a groundbreaking approach to managing mood swings and emotional challenges during perimenopause. Dr. Malina shares her journey from emergency medicine to leading the innovative application of ketamine therapy, revealing how this treatment bypasses the […]

Menoupause Moments: How to Design Your Dream Life with Cathy Christen

Feeling burnt out by the daily grind and longing for a more balanced, intentional life? In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Cathy Christen, entrepreneur, business strategist, and co-founder of Go Abundance Women, to share her inspiring journey from early dreams and corporate burnout to a life of abundance and […]

How to Design Your Dream Life with Cathy Christen

Feeling burnt out by the daily grind and longing for a more balanced, intentional life? In this transformative episode of Menopause Mastery, our host sits down with Cathy Christen, entrepreneur, business strategist, and co-founder of Go Abundance Women, to share her inspiring journey from early dreams and corporate burnout to a life of abundance and […]

Menoupause Moments : Stress Is Optional! Transform Your Life with Kelly Resendez

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or battling self-sabotage? In this empowering episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Kelly Resendez, author, speaker, and executive coach, to uncover the surprising ways stress, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome impact your life—and how you can reclaim your joy and success. Kelly shares her journey from high-achieving burnout to […]

Stress Is Optional! Transform Your Life with Kelly Resendez

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or battling self-sabotage? In this empowering episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Kelly Resendez, author, speaker, and executive coach, to uncover the surprising ways stress, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome impact your life—and how you can reclaim your joy and success. Kelly shares her journey from high-achieving burnout to […]

Menopause Moments: Conquer Menopause Naturally

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause bring unique challenges, but they don’t have to be overwhelming. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray dives into five foundational, science-backed strategies to tackle stubborn symptoms like weight gain, menobelly, and low energy. Learn how dietary changes, protein timing, fiber intake, and lifestyle adjustments can reduce […]

Conquer Menopause Belly Naturally: 5 Changes to Get Rid of Menobelly

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause bring unique challenges, but they don’t have to be overwhelming. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray dives into five foundational, science-backed strategies to tackle stubborn symptoms like weight gain, menobelly, and low energy. Learn how dietary changes, protein timing, fiber intake, and lifestyle adjustments can reduce […]

Menoupause Moments: The New Science and Wisdom of Menopause

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when symptoms like brain fog, weight gain, and stress take center stage. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray explores the groundbreaking insights from the New Science and Wisdom of Menopause Summit. She breaks down the connection between genetics, the microbiome, and hormone […]

Aging Strong: The New Science and Wisdom of Menopause

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when symptoms like brain fog, weight gain, and stress take center stage. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray explores the groundbreaking insights from the New Science and Wisdom of Menopause Summit. She breaks down the connection between genetics, the microbiome, and hormone […]

Menopause Moment: Quick Tips About Adrenal Health

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when weight gain, fatigue, and stress take over. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray uncovers the surprising link between adrenal function, cortisol, and midlife weight gain. She explains why stress hormones go haywire during menopause, how your body’s stress response impacts fat […]

Hormonal Chaos: How Stress, Adrenals, and Menopause Affect Your Health

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can feel overwhelming, especially when weight gain, fatigue, and stress take over. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray uncovers the surprising link between adrenal function, cortisol, and midlife weight gain. She explains why stress hormones go haywire during menopause, how your body’s stress response impacts fat […]

Menopause Moment: Quick Tips for Healthy Pelvic Floor

Want a quick tip to help with intimacy and sexual health? Today on the Monday Menopause Moment of the Menopause Mastery Podcast we will cover the top 3 tips for your pelvic health. Pelvic health is a topic many women don’t hear about until they experience pain or dysfunction, but it shouldn’t be that way. […]

Pelvic Health & Hormones: Your Missing Piece in Women’s Wellness

Pelvic health is a topic many women don’t hear about until they experience pain or dysfunction, but it shouldn’t be that way. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Kim Dixon to uncover the critical role of pelvic health during menopause, from childbirth recovery to managing perimenopausal changes. They […]

Pelvic Health & Hormones: Your Missing Piece in Women's Wellness

Pelvic health is a topic many women don’t hear about until they experience pain or dysfunction, but it shouldn’t be that way. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Kim Dixon to uncover the critical role of pelvic health during menopause, from childbirth recovery to managing perimenopausal changes. They […]

How Menopause Affects Your Metabolism and How to Fix It

Navigating menopause can feel like an uphill battle, especially when it comes to maintaining your metabolism and overall health. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray dives deep into the physiological changes that occur during menopause and how they impact your metabolism, weight distribution, and risk for chronic diseases. From understanding the cellular […]

The Female Brain Unveiled Menopause Evolution and Neuroscience Insights with Ellen Petry Leanse

Menopause isn’t just a life stage—it’s a transformation that’s been part of women’s stories for generations. In this episode, Ellen Petry Leanse, a Neuroscience Educator and Silicon Valley Innovator, breaks down the incredible ways our brains evolve during this phase, unlocking sharper problem-solving skills and even deeper wisdom. She also shares how postmenopausal women have […]

Manifesting Your Best Life and Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs with Natalie Ledwell

Manifesting your best life doesn’t have to feel out of reach. Natalie Ledwell, Bestselling Author and Co-Founder of Mind Movies—the groundbreaking online personal development company—shares how breaking free from limiting beliefs and making small, intentional changes can help you step into the life you’re meant to live. From setting gratitude alarms to creating “mind movies” […]

Holiday Survival Guide: Staying Strong and Healthy Without Falling Off the Wagon

The holidays can feel like a juggling act—so many traditions, so many temptations, and sometimes, so little time for you. In this episode, I’m sharing how I handle the season without letting it derail my health or sanity. We’re talking real strategies for managing cheat meals, navigating tricky family dynamics, and keeping those holiday pounds […]

Holiday Stress Hormones and How to Save Your Sanity

The holidays are supposed to be magical—twinkling lights, cozy vibes, and all—but sometimes it’s more stress than sparkle, especially when your hormones decide to join the party. This week, I’m talking about how to keep your cool when the holiday whirlwind meets perimenopause or menopause. We’re unwrapping some simple strategies that make a big difference, […]

Living Your Best Life in Midlife with Kavita Ahuja

Living your best life in midlife isn’t just a nice idea—it’s totally within reach. Kavita Ahuja, a Women’s Career and Life Transitions Coach and host of The Midlife Reinvention podcast, joins me in talking about finding purpose and joy in this powerful life stage. She shares her own journey of leaving a career that didn’t […]

How to Stop Self-Sabotage

Sometimes it’s easy to become our own biggest obstacle, especially when life feels heavier than usual. During perimenopause, many of us unknowingly pile on extra responsibilities, adding weight to our daily lives that slowly drains our energy. This episode uncovers what I like to call “picking up the monkey”—a powerful way to look at how […]

The Surprising Antioxidant You Should Be Taking

What if there was one antioxidant that could completely shift how we age? This week on Menopause Mastery, I’m talking with Chris Burres, a Published Author, Podcast Host, Patent Holder, Founder and Chief Scientist at MyVitalC – he’s not just a visionary scientist but also a master of comedy improv (yes, you read that right!) […]

What You Need to Know About Menopause Research – The Year in Review

Menopause is rewriting the health rulebook, and some of the latest research may surprise you. In this episode, I’m sharing discoveries that go way beyond the usual hot flashes, like how menopause can affect joint pain and even brain health. You’ll hear why Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) could actually help reduce dementia risk by 34% […]

A Call to Arms

Women have fought hard for the rights we have today, but right now, we’re facing serious threats that could roll back years of progress. From the days of our grandmothers to today’s battles, there’s a new wave of attempts to take away basic protections like no-fault divorce—which means some women could be trapped in abusive […]

How to Use Ancient Wisdom to Improve Menopause

Menopause can feel like a wild ride, but what if ancient Ayurvedic wisdom could make it easier? In this episode, Dr. Shivani Gupta, who holds a Ph.D. in Ayurvedic Sciences, shares some super practical tips on how to adjust what you eat and do based on your Dosha type—whether you’re more Vata, Pitta, or Kapha—to […]

Why You Get Hot Flashes and The Risks You Need to Know

Hot flashes can catch us off guard, but understanding their roots can make a world of difference. In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s really behind those sudden heat waves and some surprising risks that come with them. Learn about the real power of bioidentical hormones—like estrogen and progesterone—and how they’re not just for symptom […]

The Truth About Omega 3 and 6 Fats with Udo Erasmus

You’ve probably heard a lot about omega-3 and omega-6 fats, but do you really know how they work in your body? In this episode, I’m chatting with Udo Erasmus, an expert in biochemistry, genetics, nutrition, author of “Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill,” and Co-founder of Udo’s Choice line, and we’re getting into why these […]

What is Glutathione and Why You Need it with Dr. Gina Nick

What’s the secret to better health during menopause? It might just be glutathione, the body’s master detoxifier. Dr. Gina Nick, a Naturopathic Physician, President Emeritus of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association, and Founder of HealthBridge Newport, joins me to explain why glutathione is a game-changer, especially for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. We talked about […]

Dr. Betty – Why Detox Estrogen Is So Important

You might not realize it, but detoxing estrogen is a big deal when it comes to your health. In this episode, I’m breaking down how the foods you eat—especially those rich in plant compounds like resveratrol and sulforaphane—can really support your hormone pathways and help your body detoxify. I also talk about how your gut […]

Sleep Science Unlocked: How to Master Your Rest

As we get older, it’s not just our schedules that keep us up at night—our bodies have a way of making sleep harder to come by, especially during menopause. Today, I’m talking with Dr. Dan Gartenberg, better known as Dr. Snooze and the Founder of SleepSpace, about all things sleep. He’s got some fascinating perspectives […]

How to Upgrade Your Vision with Claudia Muehlenweg

If you’re ready to upgrade your vision, you’ll want to hear what Holistic Vision Coach Claudia Muehlenweg has to share. In this episode, Claudia reveals how menopausal women can naturally improve their eyesight without relying on glasses or contacts. She explains how simple habits like blinking, natural sunlight, and using your peripheral vision can boost […]

How to Combat Stress & Exhaustion with Dr. Tricia Pingel

Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Discover how to break free from stress and exhaustion with expert advice from Dr. Tricia Pingel, renowned as the Adrenal Whisperer. In this episode, Dr. Tricia reveals practical strategies for managing stress, balancing hormones, and reclaiming your vitality during menopause. Learn how the imbalance between your nervous systems impacts […]

Hormonal Harmony: How Inositol Transforms Menopausal Wellness

Think about reclaiming your hormonal balance with a simple addition to your wellness routine—inositol. Dr. Herman Weiss, a renowned OBGYN and expert in hormonal health, shares his insights on how this powerful supplement, combined with targeted nutrition and exercise, can transform your menopausal journey. Learn how specific diet choices, strength training, and even Pilates play […]

How to Support Menopause Naturally

When menopause symptoms start creeping in, you don’t have to suffer in silence—there are natural remedies that can bring relief and balance. Today’s episode dives deep into herbal solutions like black cohosh, dong kuai, wild yam, red clover, vitex, and sage, exploring how they can alleviate hot flashes, mood swings, night sweats, and more.    […]

Top Supplements for Perimenopause

Struggling with perimenopausal symptoms like weight gain, irritability, and sleep issues? You’re not alone, and understanding how your body processes estrogen could be the key to finding balance. In today’s episode, I dive into the science of estrogen metabolism and reveal the nutrients that can help manage those wild hormonal fluctuations. From exploring the three […]

Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety with Dr. Betty Murray

As women, especially during perimenopause and menopause, stress can really do a number on our hormones. But the good news is, mother nature has provided us with some incredible tools to help mitigate the effects. Today, we uncover how adaptogenic herbs like Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and  Ginseng, along with key nutrients such as B5, can help […]

Six Myths About Fat Loss for Women Over 40 Debunked with Dr. Betty Murray

As women over 40, we face unique challenges in our health and wellness journeys, particularly when it comes to fat loss. Navigating the journey of fat loss over 40 can feel like tackling a maze of misinformation. In today’s episode, I’m cutting through the noise and delivering straight facts to empower your wellness journey.    […]

Fracture Proof Your Bones with Dr. John Neustadt

Cracking the code to maintaining bone health during and after menopause is no small feat, but it’s a journey worth taking. This episode tackles one of the most pressing health issues for women over 40 – bone health. Dr. John Neustadt, Founder and President of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc. (NBI), joins us to discuss the complexities […]

Why You Should Care About Testosterone

Ever thought testosterone was just a “male hormone”? Think again. Today I’m getting deep into a topic often overlooked in women’s health—Testosterone. That’s right, I’m not just talking about a “male hormone” here. Testosterone plays a pivotal role in the health and well-being of menopausal and postmenopausal women.  Tune in to learn how testosterone replacement […]

Top 7 Antiaging Biohacks

Aging gracefully is all about mastering the right strategies, and this episode delivers the essential biohacks to enhance your well-being during menopause. From managing stress to optimizing diet and exercise, I get deep into the science-backed techniques that can help you turn back the clock.   Tune in as I tackle inflammation, stress, and hormonal […]

What If It's Not Depression?

Have you ever wondered if your mood swings and anxiety might be something other than depression? Today, we uncover the often-overlooked symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, which are frequently mistaken for mental health issues. Dr. Achina Stein, a renowned Psychiatrist and Author, joins me to challenge conventional medical wisdom with her functional medicine approach. This […]

The Hidden Steps for Successful Fasting with Dr. Tabatha Barber

Fasting has become a buzzword in health circles, but what if it could genuinely transform your life? Dr. Tabatha Barber shares her eye-opening journey from battling chronic health issues and sugar addiction to discovering the healing power of fasting. Get ready to uncover how the food industry influences our eating habits and the remarkable benefits […]

Is Your Depression and Anxiety Because of Menopause?

Menopause often feels like an emotional rollercoaster, with anxiety, depression, and mood swings taking center stage. Today, we’ll delve into the hormonal changes that significantly impact mental health during perimenopause and menopause. You’ll discover how the decline in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affects neurotransmitters, altering mood, motivation, pleasure, and sleep. I also highlight the psychosocial […]

Does Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Cause Breast Cancer?

Breast cancer and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are topics that can stir up a whirlwind of emotions and confusion. I’m here to clear the air by diving into the latest research and revealing the truths behind bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. With insights from landmark studies like the Women’s Health Initiative and recent Medicare research, we […]

How to Bust the Plateau: Fat Loss Strategies in Menopause

In today’s episode learn about the importance of protein intake for women in pre-menopause and menopause. We are going to explore the concept of your body’s need for proteins, and how it helps you to operate efficiently. We’ll discuss how you can break through fat loss plateaus and I’ll share specific strategies to help you […]

How to Get Lean & Lose Body Fat When You Are Over 40

Chasing fitness goals in your 40s and beyond? Joe Hoye, owner of Hoye Fit, shares his journey from training young men to empowering women in perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. He reveals the vital role of strength training, clears up misconceptions about protein intake, and explains how different exercises can reshape your body composition. Joe also […]

What's the Number One Risk to Your Health?

Did you know that cardiovascular disease is actually the leading cause of death for women in the United States? It’s a serious issue that we need to address, especially considering the statistics that show women are more likely to die from a heart attack than men. Today, we’re unpacking why women are more susceptible to […]

How to Avoid Overuse & Acute Injury in the Fastest Growing Sport for Women Over 40

In this episode, we dive into the exploding world of pickle-ball with Dr. Jennifer Engels, a former radiologist turned health guru. But along with its surge in popularity comes a spike in injuries, making injury prevention crucial for players. Dr. Engels shares practical tips on staying safe and enjoying pickle-ball to the fullest. Join us […]

How to future proof your brain and & improve your cognitive performance

Can you change the adult brain? Join Dr. Tommy Wood, as we delve deep into the nuances of cognitive health and the preservation of neurological vigor during the aging process. Dr. Wood challenges the prevailing notion that cognitive decline is an inevitable consequence of growing older, thanks to the remarkable adaptability of the adult brain. […]

Are You Drinking Too Much?

Is your relationship with alcohol affecting your well-being? Listen in as Katie Lain, Founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, shares her transformative journey from struggling with alcohol use disorder for nearly 10 years to discovering the Sinclair Method, which completely transformed her relationship with alcohol.  Discover how the Sinclair Method offers a 70-80% success rate in […]

Why You Should Break Up with Sugar to Improve Menopause

Ever wondered why sugar seems to have a sneaky grip on our well-being? Today, I’m diving deep into the link between sugar intake and menopause. Discover how this seemingly innocent ingredient can heighten hot flashes, mood swings, and weight concerns during this transformative phase.   Let’s uncover the impact of sugar on hormone imbalances, metabolic […]

Is Menopause Causing Your Joint Pain

Is your body speaking a new language since menopause? Dive into the often-overlooked topic of joint pain with me on Menopause Mastery. In this episode, we uncover how hormonal changes during menopause can trigger inflammation, joint pain, and tendon issues. Learn about the impact of estrogen and progesterone on musculoskeletal health and discover strategies to […]

Is Menopause A Right of Passage or A Side Effect of Aging

Menopause isn’t just a phase; it’s a journey that reshapes women’s lives. Dive into articles from the Lancet with me that discuss empowering women through the menopause transition. Discover how this transition impacts women’s health, including early menopause, mental well-being, and navigating menopause after cancer.   In today’s episode, I discuss the crucial need for […]

Seed Oils and Inflammation

Are seed oils and saturated fats damaging to your health? Dive deep into the ongoing debate with me on this episode of Menopause Mastery. Discover the impact of these fats on your well-being and longevity, as I navigate through the latest research and real-world implications.   In today’s insightful discussion, I shed light on the […]

Unlocking Ozempic and Zepbound Secrets: Hormones, Hunger, and the Ozempic Odyssey

Have you ever wondered why weight management seems like an uphill battle? In this episode, I dive deep into the topic of weight management and the role of the neuroendocrine system. Discover how our hormones play a crucial role in weight regulation and why traditional weight loss approaches often fall short.   Join me as […]

Why Am I So Fatigued?

Ever felt like your energy tank is constantly running on empty? In this eye-opening episode, dive into the complexities of adrenal fatigue with me as we unravel the misconceptions and explore the crucial role of the HPA-T axis in managing stress responses. Learn how understanding the root causes of fatigue can transform your approach to […]

The 5 Toxic Causes of Fatigue and What to Do About Them

Uncover the hidden culprits behind your chronic fatigue, sleep disturbances, and pain as Dr. Evan Hirsch, aka EnergyMD, a world-renowned fatigue expert, best-selling author, and professional speaker, takes us on a deep dive through the five toxic elements sabotaging your vitality.   In this riveting latest episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Hirsch shares his personal […]

The Ultimate Guide to Planning for Your Longevity by Preparing for Your Elder Years with Holly Carroccio, CFP

Planning ahead for elder care is a crucial aspect of financial planning that often gets overlooked. Kick off your journey towards securing your financial future with this latest episode – a conversation with seasoned Financial Advisor, Holly Carroccio, CFP.  In this discussion, we explored the intricacies of elder care and long-term financial planning. Holly, with […]

Mastering Menopause with Diet, Exercise, and Herbs

In the midst of the transformative journey through menopause, let’s unlock the power of practical strategies to manage its symptoms. Dive into this episode where I explore essential techniques for navigating menopause with grace. From the crucial nutrients your body craves—omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and magnesium—to the role of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds […]

Unheard and Unseen: The Dangerous Impact of Sex Bias in Medical Research on Women

Uncover the hidden truth about how gender bias in medical research affects women’s health in this eye-opening episode. Ever wonder why women often face delays in getting the right diagnosis compared to men? It’s shocking but true. I’ll explore the disturbing statistics and share real-life stories that illuminate the challenges women encounter when seeking medical […]

Her Silent Struggle: A Woman's Shocking Discovery of Menopause-Induced Heart Scare

Menopause is a universal experience that many women go through, yet it is often a topic that is not openly discussed. In this compelling episode, I dive into a heartfelt conversation with my long-time friend, Shelly Moyers, who fearlessly shares her personal journey through menopause.    Brace yourself for a raw account of challenges, from […]

Hormone Replacement Riddle: Dueling Studies on Dementia Risk Decoded

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has long been a topic of discussion when it comes to women’s health, particularly in relation to the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in menopausal women. However, conflicting studies have made it challenging to draw definitive conclusions.    In this eye-opening episode, I unravel the intricate landscape of women’s health […]

Unmasking Iron Overload: Menopause's Hidden Challenge

Iron plays a crucial role in the body, as it is essential for the production of red blood cells and the transportation of oxygen. Without sufficient iron, individuals may experience fatigue, weakness, and other symptoms associated with anemia.   In today’s eye-opening episode, I delve deep into the intricacies of iron with the insightful Dr. […]

Hormone Harmony: Unlocking Longevity and Health Span in Menopause

Delve into the revolutionary world of women’s health with an exploration of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in this episode of Menopause Mastery. Unraveling the complexities, I break down the science, dispel common myths, and shed light on how HRT emerges as a pivotal factor in enhancing women’s longevity and health span. Discover the transformative potential […]

Unlocking the Mystery Hormones and Mental Health

For years, we have focused solely on the mind and neurotransmitters when it comes to mental health. But what about those silent orchestrators within us – our hormones? This episode will delve into the incredible research that shows how hormones may be the key to understanding and addressing mental health issues. Tune in as I […]

How to Burn Fat in 2024 – Building Metabolic Flexibility

Uncover the secrets to a healthier you in this latest episode of Menopause Mastery! Today, I’m diving into the nitty-gritty of fat burning and revealing the 7 game-changing strategies you need to adopt right now. Forget crash diets and quick fixes – I’m here to empower you with the knowledge that body fat is a […]

Are You Building Muscle When You Workout?

Curious about the science behind muscle health during menopause? In today’s episode, I dove deep into the complexities of muscle protein synthesis, amino acid metabolism, and the impact of estrogen on women’s well-being. Get ready to uncover the secrets of muscle loss, discover how estrogen plays a pivotal role in muscle building, and understand the […]

The Hidden Causes of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by reduced bone density and quality, leading to weak and fragile bones that are more prone to fractures. While it is more common in women, men can also be affected. In this episode of the Menopause Mastery, I explore the various risk factors for osteoporosis and delve into some […]

Navigating The Holidays

Step into the holiday chaos with me on this episode of the Menopause Mastery, as I fearlessly navigate the frenetic gauntlet of commercialism that often engulfs the festive season.  In a world where a quarter of our year is swept away by holiday chaos, I bring forth nuggets of wisdom to help you reclaim control […]

Sleep After 40: Unlocking Deep Sleep Secrets for Midlife Women with Morgan Adams

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects many individuals, especially women during the transitional time of menopause. It can have a significant impact on one’s quality of life, causing fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating.   In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Morgan Adams, a two-time breast cancer survivor and a Holistic […]

How to Defeat Your Cravings with Dr. Glenn Livingston

Ah, the holiday season. It’s a time filled with joy, love, and… indulgence. Now, I know the holiday season can sometimes make us feel like everything goes off the rails when it comes to our eating habits. But fear not! This episode is perfectly timed to provide you with the tools and strategies you need […]

The Top 5 Questions Your Doctor Should Be Able to Answer

In today’s healthcare system, it is crucial for patients to view their medical and healthcare providers as partners rather than dictators. This shift in perspective allows for a more collaborative and personalized approach to healthcare, ultimately leading to better outcomes for patients.   As women, we deserve the best care during our transformative season of […]

Is Suppressed Anger Causing Your Depression and Anxiety? with Bronwyn Schweigerdt, LMFT

Anger is often seen as a negative and destructive emotion. However, our special guest in this episode challenges this perception and argues that anger is actually a healthy emotion that should be embraced and understood. She encourages individuals, particularly women in the second season of life, the menopause phase, to recognize that anger is a […]

Helping Him Thrive: A Woman's Guide to Men's Health and Hormonal Shifts

Did you know that women make 87% of all buying decisions in the home, including health-related choices? As the primary decision-makers, we have the power to shape our family’s health and well-being. In this episode, we shed light on the importance of women taking the lead in prioritizing health and making informed decisions to support […]

The Hidden Answers in Blood Sugar Monitoring with Catherine Staffieri

Menopause is not a one-size-fits-all experience. We all have different needs and challenges during this season of life. Our special guest today emphasizes the importance of recognizing our unique circumstances and tailoring our approach to menopause accordingly. It’s about finding what works best for us and embracing our individual journey.   In this episode, I […]

Reframing Menopause

As we wrap up Menopause Awareness Month, it’s important to reflect on the challenges and opportunities that menopause presents for women. Menopause is not just a natural process; it is a medical health crisis that affects every aspect of a woman’s life. From physical health to mental well-being, menopause has a profound impact on women’s […]

The Secret to Mastering Time & Energy with Mel Ross

Feminine energy is a transformative power. If one looks at history and the history books, there are several powerful women who embodied feminine energy, and I believe there is a reconnection with feminine energy during menopause, a time for women to reflect on whether it is a time to give up or step into power. […]

Top Lab Tests Every Woman Over 40 Needs NOW

Hormone testing is of utmost importance when it comes to women’s health. It provides valuable insights into the functioning of the endocrine system and can help identify potential hormonal imbalances or deficiencies.   In this week’s episode, I delve into this topic that I believe is crucial for every woman in the second season of […]

Do I Have Long Haul COVID?

Long haul COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, refers to the persistent symptoms and effects that some individuals experience even after recovering from the acute phase of COVID-19. It affects women more than men, as revealed by a survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.    COVID-19 has been highly politicized and polarizing, […]

The Secret Ingredient to Reverse Signs of Aging with Lana Kerr

Many women often feel a sense of disconnection during menopause, as they associate themselves with their younger selves. However, it’s important to embrace our emotional, spiritual, and mental aspects as well. When we integrate all these pieces, we become unstoppable!   In our latest episode of the Menopause Mastery, I had the pleasure of speaking […]

The "Silent Killer" of Weight Loss & Accelerator of Aging

Did you know that inflammation can be the silent killer that leads to weight gain, accelerates the aging process, and even contributes to weight loss resistance? It’s a fascinating subject that I believe every woman in the second season of life, the season of menopause, should be aware of.   Don’t miss out on the […]

Why You Should Try a CGM – Biohack Your Blood Sugar

Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs in women as they age, marking the end of their reproductive years. During this phase, women experience a range of symptoms due to hormonal changes, including hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, and increased risk of certain health conditions such as diabetes. Managing blood sugar levels becomes […]

What is Estrogen Dominance?

PMS, cramps, bloating, and moodiness – we’ve all experienced these symptoms at some point in our lives. But did you know that these discomforts are often caused by the fluctuation of hormones, particularly estrogen and progesterone? As we enter our 30s and 40s, estrogen dominance becomes more prevalent, and it’s crucial to understand how it […]

Top Tips to Handle Stress

Stress is a well-known factor that can negatively impact the body, particularly in relation to insulin, metabolic function, aging, and sex hormones. Prolonged and relentless stress has been shown to accelerate aging and increase the risk of mortality.   But did you know that the way we perceive stress directly shapes its effects on our […]

Balancing Caregiving and Self-Care

Caregiving can be emotionally challenging. Today’s episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and addressing the emotional needs of caregivers. It highlights the lack of knowledge, accessibility, and capacity to navigate these emotions, leading to emotional distress and potential long-term consequences. Caregivers must prioritize their own well-being to provide the best care for their loved ones. […]

Are You Weight Loss Resistant?

Have you ever found yourself stuck on a weight loss plateau, or found yourself stuck at a certain weight, despite your best efforts? Well, you’re not alone! In this episode, we explore the factors that can cause weight loss plateaus and offer valuable insights on how to overcome them.    Whether you have experienced a […]

Are Goitrogens, Phytic Acid, and Lectins Causing Health Problems?

Are you confused about which foods are actually good for you? Whether you’re a plant-centric omnivore or a vegetarian, this episode will provide valuable insights into how certain food compounds affect our bodies and how to navigate their consumption.   As your host and a researcher, I am committed to providing you with valuable insights […]

Fast. Feast. Repeat! with Dr. Gin Stephens

Intermittent fasting is a popular approach to weight loss and overall health that has gained significant attention in recent years. One of the key aspects of intermittent fasting is that it promotes intuitive eating. This intuitive eating approach is a stark contrast to the constant struggle that many people experience with their eating habits. In […]

Is Semaglutide Worth It? Your Questions Answered!

Are you looking to shed a few pounds? Learn how certain medications can actually help with weight loss! By curbing your hunger and reducing your food intake, these drugs can be a game-changer on your weight loss journey. Say hello to a healthier, happier you!   In this episode, I take a closer look at […]

How Blue Light & Junk Light Affect Menopause Sleep Issues with Roudy Nassif

Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our lives that often goes overlooked or undervalued. Many people believe that the key to a good night’s sleep lies in external solutions, such as melatonin pills, sleep mattresses, or herbal supplements. However, what we fail to realize is that sleep is not a random occurrence; it is a […]

Is It Stress of Unresolved Trauma? with Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH

Stress and trauma are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct differences in terms of their effects on the body and mind. Stress is a common phenomenon that most people experience in their daily lives. On the other hand, trauma is a more severe and long-lasting response to a distressing or life-threatening event. Unlike stress, […]

Becoming Flawsome with Kristina Mänd-Lakhiani

Embracing flaws and finding our true selves is a powerful journey that many of us embark on as we navigate through life. In this episode, our guest, Kristina Mand-Lakhiani, Co-Founder of Mindvalley, a powerful life Transformation Coach, and the Author of the book “Becoming Flawsome,” shares her insights on this topic.   The journey of […]

What You Need to Know About Probiotics with Natasha Trenev

Today’s guest, Natasha Trenev is known as the mother of probiotics, has been a leader in the study of probiotics for healthy microbiota and has led lectures around the world, including Canada, Mexico, Australia, Singapore, Belgium, Amsterdam, and England. Her family has been in the yogurt and cultured dairy product field for 750 years, and […]

How Much Protein Should You Eat? with Dr. Amie Hornaman

As women go through menopause, their bodies undergo significant changes that can impact their health and wellbeing. One of the most important factors during this time is ensuring that they are getting enough protein in their diet. In this episode of the Menopause Mastery, Dr. Amie Hornaman also known as the “thyroid fixer,” a functional […]

Can Hashimoto's be Reversed? with Dr. Anshul Gupta

Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland, is an under-diagnosed epidemic that affects many people worldwide. It is a complex condition that is often misdiagnosed or overlooked by conventional medicine. However, functional medicine expert Dr. Anshul Gupta has made it his mission to educate women and men worldwide on reversing Hashimoto’s disease. […]

How to Harness Breathwork for Healing with Jen Broyles

Jen Broyles is a breathwork guide, transformational coach, and health coach. For over 10 years, she has been helping people from all walks of life break through their blocks and create a path of wellness, happiness, and abundance. With her unique blend of breathwork, holistic health practices, and transformational coaching, Jen has helped countless people […]

The Hidden Endocrine Disruptors in Beauty Products with Ana Gonzalez Herrera

Today on Menopause Mastery, Ana Gonzalez Herrera joins us to discuss endometriosis and menopausal health. Ana was traveling around the world for her job when she started to experience extremely painful periods. In her mid twenties, she was diagnosed with endometriosis.    Ana is now passionate about helping other women manage their endometriosis and related […]

How to Revive Your Sex Life with Susan Bratton

Today on Menopause Mastery, we get to the juicy details of sex and intimacy with Susan Bratton. She educates women and couples seeking to overcome the gasm-casm, by teaching the foundations of great lovemaking. She is the founder of Personal Life Media and The 20 Store, where you can find your favorite sexual techniques and […]

How to Get Fitness into a Busy Schedule with MK Stahl

Today on Menopause Mastery, we welcome MK Stahl from Fit Body Bootcamp to share how she found her passion in the fitness industry. MK owns multiple gyms, is the community leader, and is a mother; she shares how she balances her responsibilities and self-care. She teaches you to set goals that enhance your life instead […]

Should You Try Semiglutide? with Dr. Amie Hornaman

Do you need a long-term solution to weight loss? Obesity has become an epidemic, and many women are now using peptide diabetic medications to help them start their weight loss journey. Today on Menopause Mastery, we discuss the efficacy of using diabetic medications as a weight loss remedy with Dr. Amie Hornaman. She is the […]

Is Hormone Replacement Safe for Menopause? with Kyrin Dunston, MD

Today on Menopause Mastery, Dr. Kyrin Dunston calls out the irony of modern medicine. She is fellowship trained in metabolic, anti-aging, and functional medicine. As a board-certified OBGYN, Dr. Kyrin was trained to be a leading expert on hormonal health, yet struggled and suffered through hormonal imbalance, obesity, and metabolic issues. The feeling of shame […]

You are More Than Your Diagnosis – Unraveling the Hidden Elements that Lead to Disease with Reed Davis

Today on Menopause Mastery, we approach health from outside the medical field with Reed Davis, a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist who changed the paradigm of conventional medicine. He is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and a Certified Nutritional Therapist. He frequently relies on functional testing to get to the root cause of disease and symptoms, […]

Is Cholesterol Dangerous for Heart Disease? with Dan Cardellichio

Today on Menopause Mastery, we talk to Dr. Dan Cardellichio about his life-changing heart attack and how you can start preventative care today. He is a functional nutritionist with a specialty in diabetes, heart health, and thyroids. Lifestyle played a huge role in Dr. Dan’s recovery, but in this episode, he busts the cholesterol myth […]

Bioidentical Hormones vs Synthetic Hormones with Dr. Daved Rosensweet

Today on Menopausal Mastery, Dr. Daved Rosensweet joins us to shed light on bioidentical hormone therapy. Dr. Rosensweet graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and pioneered the first nurse practitioner training program in America. He has been practicing since 1971 and has since authored three educational books on hormones and menopause. In this […]

Do You Have Progesterone Deficiency? All About Progesterone Function

Are you struggling to understand the difference between synthetic progestins and bioidentical progesterone? It’s hard to find accurate information online because progestins and progestins are incorrectly written interchangeably. Today on Menopause Mastery, I do a deep dive into the recent article from the International Journal of Molecular Sciences: Progesterone: A Steroid with Wide Range of […]

The Connection Between Depression & Thyroid Health with Sara Banta

Is your body fighting against you? Today on Menopause Mastery, we discuss health and nutrition with Sara Banta. She is the founder of Accelerated Health Products, a supplement company created out of a need to protect her child diagnosed with Leukemia. After discovering the root cause of her health problems, Sara crafted a new class […]

Low Libido, Vaginal Dryness & Painful Sex Are Reversible with Dr. Soum Rakshit

Are you one conversation away from sexual bliss? Today on Menopause Master, Dr. Soum Rakshit, founder of MysteryVibe, joins us to discuss sexual health and how one device could change your sexual experience. MysteryVibe is more than your average vibrator, every product is designed by doctors to address serious sexual dysfunction in the aging population. […]

How to Live Your Best Life with Chef Nikky Phinyawatana

Today on Menopause Mastery, we take a break from biochemistry and speak to Chef Nikky Phinyawatana, a Texan-Thai restaurateur providing gluten-free, soul-nourishing food in Fortsworth! Her restaurant, Asian Mint, a fusion of Thai cuisines restaurant. Chef Nikki proudly serves gluten-free options and is constantly assessing her ingredients to assure her clients receive the highest quality […]

Thanks Superbowl, But Menopause is More Than Vasomotor Symptoms with Dr. Amie Hornaman

The pharmaceutical industry is at it again! This year’s Superbowl aired an advertisement for Astellas’ new drug claiming to stop vasomotor symptoms (VMS). Today we welcome back Dr. Aimie Hornaman, to address how the pharmaceutical industry misguides women into treating symptoms while ignoring the root cause.    Every woman goes through menopause. It is an […]

Balancing Your Brain Soul System with Dr. Louise Swartswalter

Have you taken steps to change your diet and lifestyle but are still overwhelmed by health and mental dysfunction? The link between brain and soul is the final frontier of wellness, and today’s guest, Dr. Louise Swartswalter is here to share how energy healing can restore cognitive function, heal the body and release trauma. As […]

Are You Leptin Resistant?

Are you struggling to lose weight and can’t stop snacking? You may have developed leptin resistance. Today on Menopause Mastery, I am giving you a crash course in leptin resistance and the chain reaction that follows. Leptin is the hormone that signals that you’re full, and once you develop a resistance to it, your brain […]

Uncovering Your Subconscious Mind with Sari Cowsert

95% of your thoughts and emotions are subconscious and that subconscious mind develops in early childhood. Sari Cowsert, is a Certified Master Imagery Facilitator and hypnotherapist helping people tap into their own personal power to overcome and rewire their subconscious self.    After 12 years of chronic anxiety and subsequent illnesses, Sari took control of […]

The Secrets to Longevity with Dr Rajka

Dr. Rajka Gailbraith is a successful leader in women’s health and functional medicine, having trained hundreds of practitioners and delivered babies in both a clinic and hospital. She is passionate about empowering women leaders to optimize their health and performance, and has expertise in longevity, performance, autoimmune disease, and neurogenetics. She runs retreats for women’s […]

Why You Should Have Your Hormones Tested & Stop Medical Gaslighting Women

Recently, Betty stumbled upon the website of a national organization that promotes women’s hormone management. In one video, their male medical director claimed that women’s hormones don’t need to be tested because they are unpredictable. In his words, looking at the symptoms is enough.   Being in practice for 18 years, these types of views […]

Understanding the Basics of Thyroid Function and Common Disorders with Dr. Amie Hornaman

When it comes to thyroid dysregulation, a lot can go into it.    Meet Dr. Amie Hornaman, otherwise known as “The Thyroid-Fixer.” Dr. Amie is a doctor of clinical nutrition, functional medicine practitioner, and host of the top-rated podcast in medicine and alternative health. She’s also the founder of The Institute for Thyroid and Hormone […]

A Deep Dive Into How Stress is Ruining Weight Loss

Stressed? If so, it might be the hidden reason you’re having trouble losing weight!   This week, Betty breaks down everything you need to know about stress and cortisol and how they might be playing a role in your weight loss resistance. While cortisol is natural, too much of it can lead to health problems […]

Why You Are Still Insulin Resistant on a Low-Carb Diet

Are you doing all the right things but still getting all the wrong results?   If your low-carb, high-protein, or ketogenic diet isn’t fixing your insulin resistance and you haven’t been achieving your weight loss goals, the polyol pathway might be the culprit.   In this solo episode, Betty talks all about the polyol pathway—a […]

Your Life is Just Starting at 40 – Cleansing and Living a Lifestyle of Longevity with Olesya Wilson

You don’t need to settle for living your age. By taking the right actions, you can live like you are decades younger than you are!   Olesya Wilson is a certified nutritionist, functional diagnostic practitioner, and healer. Her unique approach combines cutting-edge research with herbal medicine and revolutionary psychosomatic and energy-healing practices.    Today, Olesya […]

How to Eat and Get the Benefits of Fasting at The Same Time with Dr. Joseph Antoun

What if you could eat and fast at the same time, all while having the food covered by your health insurance? It might seem too good to be true, but today’s guest is here to redefine your entire idea of fasting.     Dr. Joseph Antoun is the CEO of L-Nutra, a company leading the food […]

What Your Gynecologist May Not Understand About Hormones with Dr. Tabatha Barber

When Dr. Tabatha Barber graduated from medical school and started her career as an attending physician, she found herself burnt out and miserable because she was merely covering up diseases instead of healing them.   Today, Dr. Tabatha (or The Gutsy Gynecologist) is a triple-board certified OB/GYN physician and functional medicine practitioner dedicated to treating […]

Menopause & Gut Health – How Your Microbes Change Hormonal Health

Want to know what’s really happening with your hormones? Just take a look at your poop.   This week, Betty talks about the link between hormonal health and gut health. You’ll learn exactly what the microbiome is and how it’s created. It turns out that the microbiome is incredibly important. In fact, you couldn’t survive […]

Menopause Mastery: How to Have a Luscious Relationship with Juliette Karaman

This week, Betty spoke with Juliette Karaman, founder of Feel Fully You. She helps women reconnect with themselves and with their partners. Intimacy is founded on good communication but so many women are not equipped with the vocabulary to express their desires, if they even know them at all. With intentional curiosity, Juliette teaches you […]

Menopause Mastery: Help! Why am I Losing My Hair?

This week, Betty talks about the most visually concerning aspect of aging…hair loss! Every woman who goes through menopause should expect some changes in their hair growth but there are other factors that could be expediting your hair loss. There are many things that cause our hair to thin or to stop growing altogether.    […]

Menopause Mastery: The Gut, Your Mindset & Feeling Better with Jackie Bowker

You’re about to be promoted. It’s time to be the CEO of your own health!   This week, Betty speaks with Jackie Bowker—medical intuitive, functional nutritionist, and CEO of the Global Feel Better Institute. Dedicated to helping people feel better so they can fulfill their full potential, she wants every person she works with to […]

Menopause Mastery: A Pivot

Welcome to the first episode of Menopause Mastery—a show for women just like you who are ready for more health, vitality, passion, living life with a purpose.   In this introduction episode, Betty explains why she changed the name of her podcast from This Functional Life to Menopause Mastery and what you’ll hear on the […]

Menopause Mastery: Trailer

Welcome to Menopause Mastery. This show is for women in the second season of life, the season of menopause, who are ready for more; health – vitality – passion – purpose! Join host, Betty Murray (part geek, part magician, and your new medical bestie with a dash of sass), as she takes complex science and […]

Menopause Mastery: Estrogen – Friend or Foe

When it comes to estrogen, there’s a lot of inaccuracy going around.   If you’re under 50 or haven’t gone through menopause, you have estrogen. It gives you clear skin, a strong libido, a clear brain, and a strong bone density. But once you go through menopause, does estrogen turn on you?   The idea […]

Menopause Mastery: Rewiring Your Brain for Happiness with Dr. Loretta Breuning

Ready to bring out your inner mammal?   Dr. Loretta Breuning is the founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and the author of Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, & Endorphin Levels. A former professor at California State University, she has dedicated her second career to teaching […]

Menopause Mastery: Could Your Breast Implants Be Making You Sick? with Dr. Robert Whitfield

The FDA seems to gatekeep the idea that breast implant illness exists. But the fact is, it’s more common than you might think!   Dr. Robert Whitfield is a natural plastic surgeon and one of the foremost experts on breast cancer illness. Renowned for his expertise and research, he comes to the show to share […]

Menopause Mastery: Genetics & Autoimmunity – How to Understand Genetic Risk for Autoimmunity

This week, Betty dives back into autoimmunity and talks about the genetic component around it.   She will walk you through the genes and mutations that are associated with autoimmunity. You’ll learn that although genetics do play a role, they don’t necessarily determine that you will develop an autoimmune condition.   Betty will teach you […]

Menopause Mastery: Infections and Autoimmunity – A Double-Edged Sword

Today, Betty will continue to guide you through the root causes of autoimmunity.   It turns out that if you have an autoimmune condition, a virus or parasitic infection might be the cause. In this episode, you’ll hear the role of infections and parasites in autoimmunity. Then, you’ll get tips and tools to make your […]

Menopause Mastery: What's Stress Got To Do With It? The Role of Stress in Autoimmunity

Hustle culture is on the rise, and with it comes stress and burnout. It’s time to learn a new way.   Today, Betty talks all about stress and its impact on the body. Stress is an underestimated trigger for disease and should be taken very seriously.   By listening, you’ll learn what stress really is […]

Menopause Mastery: Toxic Overload – Environmental Toxins & Autoimmunity

With the increase in chemicals and environmental toxins, autoimmunity has become an epidemic. The fact is, the chemicals we’ve added to our environment since industrialization are incredibly toxic.   In this episode, Betty talks about the connection between environmental toxins and autoimmunity. She’ll explain why chemicals are the leading cause of chronic illness and diseases, […]

Menopause Mastery: What's Food Got to Do With It? Autoimmune Edition

When Betty was struggling with her autoimmune disorder and asked whether it had anything to do with her diet, her doctor laughed in her face. Today, she knows that her doctor couldn’t be more incorrect.   Nowadays, autoimmunity is an epidemic. And despite research showing that food can contribute to the onset of autoimmune conditions, […]

Menopause Mastery: Autoimmunity Causes – Leaky Gut and Dysbiosis

Last week, Betty talked about autoimmunity and its relationship with sex hormones and immune stimulation. Today, she continues that talk by explaining the underpinnings of autoimmune conditions.   In this episode, Betty dives into the topics of leaky gut and dysbiosis. She describes why the microbiome is so important and how to tell if it’s […]

Menopause Mastery: Why Women Suffer with Autoimmune Conditions 10 to 1 Compared to Men

Did you know that 9 out of 10 individuals who get autoimmune conditions are women?   In this episode, Betty talks about why autoimmune conditions are so prevalent in women. She takes you through the various sex hormones, with an emphasis on estrogen, explaining how they are related to autoimmunity.    Betty is particularly passionate […]

Menopause Mastery: Getting Skin Deep with Dr. Keira Barr

Did you know your skin could be a glimpse into the rest of your health?   Dr. Keira Barr is a dual board-certified dermatologist and a menopause specialist who wants to empower women with the tools they need to help them feel more comfortable in their skin.   This episode discusses why skin is so […]

28: Iodine, Fluoride, and Halides – Endocrine Disruption Explained

Concerned about the effects that iodine, bromine, fluoride, and chlorine can have on your body? In this episode, Betty explains the halides and their connection to thyroid function.   Nowadays, this topic is fairly common. For instance, we need to detox from them, we need to take doses of iodine, fluoride in toothpaste is bad […]

Menopause Mastery: Lost that Loving Feeling? Menopause & Libido

So what the heck is really going on with the libido during menopause?   In this episode, Betty talks all about menopause, the loss of sex hormones, and why women lose their libido as they age.   She’ll walk you through the physiological and psychological effects of menopause and how that’s connected to a woman’s […]

26: What is Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome & Its Role in Disordered Sleep

Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) is the often misunderstood sleep problem that you may be dealing with, particularly if you are one of those people that wake up in the middle of the night and have interrupted sleep or daytime sleepiness and brain fog.    In this episode, Betty gives insight into what UARS is, […]

Menopause Mastery: What Can You Learn from a DNA Test? Betty Shares Her Own DNA Results

Betty is fully exposed as she shares the results of her DNA test with raw honesty. You’ll learn exactly how she’s wired and designed.    To help her interpret, The DNA Company founder Kashif Khan joins her and brings with him his immense knowledge. (To find out more about Kashif and his company, go back […]

Menopause Mastery: What Every Mom Should Know About Infertility for Her Daughters and Sons with Sarah Clark

In recent years, there has been an explosion of infertility among young people. In fact, some might call it an epidemic.   This week, Betty speaks with author, health coach, and fertility expert Sarah Clark about why young people are having so much trouble getting pregnant.   Sarah will authentically share her story of being […]

Menopause Mastery: A Deeper Dive: Changes in Sex Hormones & Sleep

Sleep is one of the most important options and lifestyle changes that we can make to help your body recover.   However, when women go into menopause, they have some very particular changes that affect sleep. In fact, as we get into our 40s and 50s, at least 40% of women have ongoing sleep issues. […]

Menopause Mastery: What Does a 100-Hour Work Week and Genetic Autoimmune Risk Do to a Person? MY STORY

Get ready to feel inspired. In this special episode, Betty shares her story and how she ended up in the field of functional medicine.   At one point, Betty was completely burnt out, exhausted, losing her hair, and suffering from thyroid problems. She hated her body and was tired of the unhelpful advice that her […]

Menopause Mastery: The Top 10 Endocrine Disruptors & Reducing Your Chemical Intake

Do you ever worry about the chemicals in your food or the products you use daily?   In this episode, Betty talks about endocrine disruptors and the many symptoms that they cause. Walking you through the top 12, she will help you identify what in your life might have harmful chemicals.    She’ll explain the […]

Menopause Mastery: Does Trauma Have a Biological Cause? with Dr. Aimie Apigian

Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is board certified as a medical physician in both preventative and addiction medicine. She holds double Master’s degrees in biochemistry and public health, and is the leading medical expert on addressing stored trauma in the body through her signature model and methodology, the biology of trauma – a new […]

Menopause Mastery: Sleep, Hormones and Circadian Rhythm with Dr. Farah Sultan

Dr. Farah Sultan, MD is double board certified in family medicine as well as functional and regenerative medicine, and she has trained and worked in three continents including the UK, India and US. She is medical director and CEO of Vitality Wellness and MedSpa, and is the founder of Mandala Method. She is also an […]

Menopause Mastery: Myths of Weight Loss in Women Over 40 – 10-11-12

Murray speaks about the final three common myths surrounding weight loss in women after age 40, with an emphasis on the roles that mitochondria and the “fat switch” in our bodies play during menopause and when combined with esstrogen.    Murray also explains what the polyol pathway is and how its function to protect us […]

Menopause Mastery: Myths of Weight Loss in Women Over 40 – Myths 7-8-9

Murray dives into 3 more myths about weight loss in women after age 40, focusing on the connection between the thyroid and hormones and how the complex relationship may make it difficult to find out what’s really going on if you’re struggling with weight loss. Murray also discusses why fertility issues are linked to stress […]

Menopause Mastery: Myths of Weight Loss in Women Over 40 – Myths 4-5-6

Betty dives into 3 more myths about weight loss in women after age 40, this time tackling the ways that estrogen, testosterone and progesterone can combine and interact with other hormones like insulin to impact weight gain in your forties and beyond. Betty also speaks about the potential dangers of over supplementing hormones like progesterone, […]

Menopause Mastery: Deciphering Your Genes with Kashif Khan

Did you know that your genes can tell you everything from why you procrastinate to the best ways to motivate yourself?    Kashif Khan is the founder and CEO of The DNA Company, which has redefined function genomics testing for the better.    In this episode, you’ll learn what genes are, why they’re important, and […]

Menopause Mastery: What You Should Know About Hormone Replacement with Dr. Deb Matthew – The Happy Hormones Doctor

When most people think about hormonal changes, they picture menopause. But the fact is that your hormones can affect you at any age!   Today, Betty speaks with Dr. Deborah Matthew, AKA “The Happy Hormone Doctor.”    Dr. Deb authentically shares her story of suffering for years with hormonal imbalances, and how she found healing […]

Menopause Mastery: Intermittent Fasting Transformation with Cynthia Thurlow

Cynthia Thurlow, NP is the CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness Project and an international speaker. Her second TED talk, “Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique”  has been viewed over 12 million times, and she has had 20 years of experience in all aspects of functional medicine including cardiology and emergency medicine. She is also a globally […]

13. The First 3 Myths of Weight Loss for Women Over 40

Are you making these weight loss mistakes?   Betty is starting a new series sharing the 12 lies, myths, and bullshit that’s said to women over the age of 40 about how to lose weight and get a strong body composition.   In this first part of the series, Betty will give you the first […]

12. Why Food Sensitivities Matter with Margaret Floyd Barry

Did you know that autoimmune conditions affect a whopping over 50 million Americans?    In this episode, Betty speaks with functional nutritionist Margaret Floyd Barry about food sensitivities and their connection with autoimmune disorders and the thyroid.    You’ll learn why so many people are living with autoimmune disorders right now and how they develop […]

11. How to Leave a Legacy with Nell Merlino

Girls, it’s time to take your power back!   In this week’s inspiring episode, Betty speaks with Nell Merlino, founder of Take Our Daughters to Work Day and Count Me In.    Betty and Nell share their own realizations about being a woman in the workplace, and how far we’ve come when it comes to […]

10. Preventing Autoimmune Conditions with Elizabeth Yarnell

It is estimated that over 50 million Americans suffer with at least one autoimmune condition.   Today’s guest, traditional naturopath, and Certified LEAP Therapist, Elizabeth Yarnell, has a deep knowledge of Multiple Sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions.   In this episode, Elizabeth chronicles her personal experience of being diagnosed with MS and how she reclaimed […]

9. Yes, You Do Have a Thyroid Problem, But Medication May Not Fix It

Today, Betty is here to bring you more Brain Candy—bite-sized science in a way easy to understand!   In this episode, Betty talks about the connection between the thyroid and cortisol.   You’ll learn how they interact together and why problems in the thyroid might not always show up in your labs.   By the […]

8. Why You May Not Be Able to Detox with Sinclair Kennally

Are you the CEO of your own health?   Sinclair Kennally is a certified nutrition consultant and toxicity and detox specialist here this week to teach you what might be negatively impacting your detox.   Sinclair will also share her healing journey—from barely being able to stand for 5 minutes to the strong and healthy […]

7. Transforming Betrayal into Transformation with Dr. Debi Silber

At some point in their lives, every single person will experience betrayal.   And while we might think that this is just a temporary problem, the fact is that betrayals can stay with us in our bodies, minds, and souls for much longer than we think.    Today, Betty speaks with Dr. Debi Silber, founder […]

6. Why We Self-Sabotage and What To Do About It

Welcome to Brain Candy—where Betty gives you some bite-sized science in a way that’s easy for you to understand.    In only 30 minutes Betty will reveal to you the root causes of self-sabotage and how it turns into a continuous cycle of shame, overwhelm, and inadequacy.   She’ll take you back all the way […]

5. Hormones and the Power in the Pause with the Girlfriend Doctor, Dr. Anna Cabeca

Do you take time to pause in your health journey?   Dr. Anna Cabeca, triple certified OBGYN, is a pioneer in functional medicine redefining what it means to be a healthy woman.    In today’s episode, Dr. Anna will share everything you need to know about hormones. There’s a lot of information out there, but […]

4. Why Your Exercise May Not Be Working with Debra Atkinson

Can you make your second chapter the best years of your life?    Debra Atkinson is a menopause and fitness expert who works exclusively to empower women 50 and up. She argues that these can be some of the most rewarding and fulfilling years of your life!   In this episode, she will teach you […]

3. The Secrets to Strong Bones with Kevin Ellis (The Bone Coach)

Despite popular belief, recovery from osteoporosis IS possible.   As a health coach and founder of BoneCoach.com, Kevin Ellis has dedicated his career to helping people gain clarity and confidence around osteoporosis and bone health.    In today’s episode, Kevin shares what osteoporosis is and how to learn if you have it. You’ll discover that […]

2. A Love Letter To You

Welcome to the first-ever episode of This Functional Life!    Today, you’ll hear Betty’s love letter to you.   You’ll learn why she started this podcast and how you can take the information she gives you and integrate it into your daily life.   As a certified nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, Betty will introduce […]

1. Welcome to This Functional Life

Welcome to This Functional Life. This show is for women who are ready for more – health – vitality – passion – purpose. I love taking complex science and making it easy to integrate into daily life. Every week I’ll be giving you access to world-class doctors, scientists, psychologists, sex experts, movers and shakers, and […]