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Send a textThis podcast originally ran on October 21, 2023.This week we get down to basics, and basics are exactly what we need in this confusing world right now. This is THE podcast to listen to if you are confused about all things to do with taking hormone therapy.Dr Vikram Sinai Talaulikar is a specialist in reproductive medicine at University College London Hospital’s NHS Foundation Trust and an associate professor in Women’s Health at the University College London. He graduated in medicine in India in 2003 and completed a postgraduate degree in obstetrics and gynecology in 2007. He is a certified menopause specialist by the British Menopause Society, a menopause trainer and he is constantly educating others on this transition as well, via online webinars, events and through social media. He is also part of the trio who established the Menopause Research Education Fund, alongside medical journalist Fiona Clarke and groundbreaking menopause campaigner Diane Danzebrink.Highlights of our discussion: Hormone therapy (HT) 101WHI: good, bad and what we can learn from it 20 years onEstrogen in the pill vs estrogen in HT All the kinds of estrogen and what they are used for strogen too ethinyl estradiolEstrone, Estriol, Estradiol, and Estetrol.17 beta estradiolGetting to the bottom of body simila, body identical and bioidentical – and why that varies from country to country Pharmaceutical company produced HT vs compounding pharmacy versionsthe big “Catch-22” with compounding pharmacies that keeps their bioidentical hormones out of official recommendationsthe pill, HRT and breast cancer riskwhy problems with the pill don’t get flagged and HRT does Evidence over estrogen and breast cancer risk (and randomized trials versus observational data)What’s what: progesterone, progestin and progestogens (how they work and which one carries a slight risk for breast cancer)how long you really need to take HRT to see if it’s workingwhy HT works for some people and not othersDr Talaulikar’s favourite non-hormonal treatmentsWhere to find Dr Talaulikar:X: @VikramSinai Web: Menopause Clinic LondonMenopause Research and Education FundJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textThis is a replay of Episode 129, originally aired on 16 November 2024.In this solo episode, Hotflash inc podcast host and founder Ann Marie McQueen writes down all the questions she has about hormone therapy (and what we hear about hormone therapy).This is a long time coming: she's been researching perimenopause, menopause, and women's midlife health for 5+ years now.Settle in. And if you have any questions of your own, use that handy text message feature and send them our way.The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts listJoin the Conversation:Tag us on Instagram @hotflashinc and tell us your biggest takeaway from today’s episode!Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash incJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, GenX journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Dr Deena Emera, an evolutionary geneticist, senior scientist at the Buck Institute’s Buck Center for Healthy Aging in Women, and author of A Brief History of the Female Body: An Evolutionary Look at How and Why the Female Form Came to Be.Dr Emera’s research focuses on the genetic basis of reproductive longevity in mammals, and in this fascinating discussion, she breaks down the evolution of menopause, why female bodies age the way they do, and what modern science is uncovering about ovarian health and longevity.If you’ve ever wondered why menopause exists, how it evolved, and whether science will ever be able to delay or even prevent it, this episode is for you.Highlights: Understanding evolutionary biology (it's not boring, promise)The evolutionary mystery of menopauseWhat animals do go through menopause?Why all women didn't used to die at 50 (and what actually happened)How modern life has changed menopauseWhy Dr Emera needs bowhead whale ovariesCan we really end menopause?The truth about the Grandmother HypothesisQuote:"Menopause itself isn’t surprising – if you live long enough, you will run out of eggs. What’s unique about humans is that we have such a long post-reproductive life stage. That’s the real mystery we need to solve." – Dr Deena EmeraWhere to find Dr Emera:Instagram: @deenaemeraLinkedIn: Deena EmeraBuy her book: A Brief History of the Female Body – Available on AmazonThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textIn this episode of the Hotflash inc Podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with fellow journalist and midlife advocate, Tamsen Fadal. A veteran Emmy Award-winning news anchor, Tamsen has transformed her career into a powerful force for women in midlife. From creating the groundbreaking PBS documentary The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause to her upcoming book How To Menopause (out March 2025), Tamsen is on a mission to change the conversation around menopause, confidence and aging.Connect with Tamsen Fadal:Website: www.tamsenfadal.comIG: @tamsenfadalTikTok: @tamsenfadalYouTube: Tamsen FadalThe M Factor Documentary: Watch hereThanks to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!From The M Factor team: This partial statement is in response to Hotflash inc's request for comment in light of recent reports and fact-checking of the film by ob-gyn Dr Jen Gunter and published on her platform, The Vagenda. The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause” documentary earned continuing medical education (CME) Accreditation. On October 17, 2024 the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) hosted a 90-minute live webinar offering continuing medical education (CME) credit for healthcare providers. The event featured the documentary “The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause,” which was followed by a moderated discussion with menopause experts Dr. Stephanie Faubion, Mayo Clinic and The Menopause Society and Dr. Wen Shen, Johns Hopkins Medical,  moderated by FSMB board members and one of the film producers. Due to the limited capacity FSMB had for live registrations, CME credit was extended to those on the waitlist who accessed the recorded webinar online. After the live event, FSMB provided access to the recorded webinar for a limited period, and that window closed as scheduled. Accreditation remains intact for all participants, whether live or virtual. The FSMB CME webinar and accreditation concluded on November 21, 2024. We stand by our film and the medical doctors who shared their expertise with us. We recognize that others have different viewpoints.  We respect them all and we look forward to working together to help women live longer healthier lives.  Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textJessica Barac is a registered nutritionist, personal trainer, and the founder of What The Menopause, a women's health platform of over 950,000 women globally.After struggling with perimenopause in her late 30s and receiving little support from traditional healthcare, Jessica made it her mission to crack the perimenopause code and regain her vibrancy. Today, she has educated millions of women through her content and developed The Pause Power Method a science-backed approach addressing metabolic dysfunction and inflammation through nutrition, movement, and lifestyle to help women improve symptoms, achieve sustainable fat loss, and step into their most powerful era yet.Episode highlightsJessica's journey from struggling with perimenopause to launching What The Menopause.The power of humor: Why memes about menopause resonated with so many women.Recognizing perimenopause: The symptoms that caught Jessica by surprise and how she finally connected the dots.The impact on family life: Jessica’s husband’s plea to “figure it out” and how her symptoms affected her loved ones.Connecting the dots: Why so many women don’t realize that symptoms like anxiety, depression, dry mouth, tinnitus, and frozen shoulder can be linked to perimenopause.The power of movement: How strength training, walking, and lifestyle shifts hold everything together in midlife.Quitting alcohol: The tough but transformative decision to stop drinking and how it changed Jessica’s life.Reframing midlife: The importance of thinking about your 8-year-old and 80-year-old self when making life decisions.Top Quote“Perimenopause calls on you to take a very hard look at yourself – if you’re willing to do it.” – Jessica BaracWhere to find Jessica & What The MenopauseWebsite: whatthemenopause.comInstagram: @whatthemenopauseFacebook: What The MenopauseTikTok: @whatthemenopauseThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textIn this special solo episode, Ann Marie McQueen shares reader letters, explores the journey of trusting yourself with hormone therapy, and reflects on a touching encounter with a tiny bird that left a lasting impression.From listener messages that validate the power of open conversations about menopause to deep thoughts on aging, self-trust, and the emotional rollercoaster of hormone therapy, this episode is a candid, heartfelt exploration of what it means to navigate midlife with awareness and resilience. Highlights from this episode:Why text messages from listeners matter – and how you can send one, too.A reader’s hormone therapy struggles – and why sometimes, stepping off the estrogen merry-go-round is the right decision.The fear of aging and how Ann Marie reframed her mindset about turning 55.The obsession with longevity and health hacks – and why some conversations in this space feel exhausting.A surreal experience with birds An honest take on learning to say “I don’t like it” – and why that’s an underrated midlife skill. Quote from this episode:"Sometimes you can do something, and sometimes you can't. The real wisdom is in knowing the difference."Sponsored by Mitopure: This episode is brought to you by Mitopure, the purest form of Urolithin A, designed to support cellular energy and longevity. Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH for 10% off your order.The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts listDisclaimerThe information shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any health decisions, especially regarding hormone therapy or new treatments. Full disclaimer at the end of the episode.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen Ann Marie sits down with Diane Ducarme, founder and CEO of Migraine Heroes, to uncover the root causes of migraines and discuss how a holistic, science-backed approach can lead to relief and resilience.Diane blends Western medicine, Eastern healing practices, and advanced technology to tackle migraines at their core. With an MBA from Harvard Business School, a background in science and engineering, to her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diane shares how her unique perspective – and attention to detail – is revolutionizing migraine care.💬 Top Quote:"We need to stop silencing pain and start listening to it. Migraines are not just headaches—they are a call for balance in the body and mind." – Diane DucarmeEpisode Highlights:✅ The real reason why migraines are misunderstood in Western medicine✅ The connection between trauma, the gut-brain axis, and migraines ✅ How perimenopause and hormonal shifts exacerbate migraine attacks ✅ Why traditional treatments often fail—and what to do instead ✅ How adding functional foods (not eliminating) can heal your body ✅ The power of the vagus nerve and emotional healing in migraine relief ✅ How the Migraine Heroes app is helping people regain control of their health 🔎 Take the Free Migraine Test: Click here📲 Download the Migraine Heroes App: Apple | Google Play💡 Website: www.mynectarhealth.com🎙️ Migraine Heroes Podcast: Listen here📷 Follow on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Facebook Group📢 Join the Conversation:Tag us on Instagram @hotflashinc and tell us your biggest takeaway from today’s episode! 🎙️💬Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash Inc.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode Gen X journalist Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Niamh Daly, a yoga educator, menopause specialist and the creator of Yoga for Menopause & Beyond teacher training. Based in Ireland, she helps women worldwide navigate perimenopause and postmenopause with evidence-based, body-first yoga practices. Her latest book offers an empowering, realistic approach to movement for midlife women.💬 Top Quote from Niamh Daly:"Perimenopause isn’t just a time of low capacity – it’s a time of true capacity. Before menopause, reproductive hormones have been making us tolerate living beyond our actual capacity."Highlights:• How traditional yoga doesn’t always serve midlife women•  The overlooked late reproductive stage and what it means for your body• Hormones aren’t the whole story. Why your nervous system is just as important as estrogen.• Strength training vs. yoga for bone health – what actually works? • Forget the ‘successful aging’ hype. How extreme fitness goals are setting unrealistic standards for midlife.• How perimenopause forces you to reassess your life• Emotional releases in yoga. Why we cry on the mat—and how instructors should handle it.• Why self-advocacy in yoga class matters more than everLearn more: www.yogaformenopause.comInstagram: @yogaformenopauseFollow Hotflash Inc:📩 Newsletter: hotflashinc.substack.com📸 Instagram: @hotflashinc🐦 Twitter: @hotflashinc🎧 Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTubeJoin the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Welcome to another episode of The Hotflash inc Podcast, where journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen explores all things perimenopause, menopause, midlife, and beyond. In this episode, Ann Marie sits down with Jennifer Scheinman, a registered dietitian nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in functional and integrative nutrition. As the senior manager of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline Nutrition, Jennifer brings expert insight into the science of Urolithin A, gut health, and how nutrition myths impact midlife wellness.Tune in for a discussion on the power of whole foods, the role of the gut microbiome, and why one-size-fits-all nutrition advice is outdated.💬 "There is so much noise in the nutrition space today. It has to be about what works for you – your gut, your lifestyle, your goals." – Jennifer ScheinmanEpisode Highlights: ✅ Gut health & perimenopause – why your microbiome matters more than ever✅ Nutrition myths debunked – is "processed healthy food" an oxymoron? ✅ The role of Urolithin A – how this postbiotic molecule helps mitochondrial health & energy✅ Food sensitivities & midlife – why an individualized approach is key ✅ Perimenopause & brain fog – what’s happening to our focus & memory ✅ Seed oils controversy – navigating the ongoing nutrition debate ✅ How stress impacts digestion & hormones – the gut-brain connectionFollow JenniferInstagram: jenscheinman_nutritionTimeline Longevity on Instagram: timeline_longevityThe Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause PodcastsIn the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts listDisclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan. Opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hotflash inc.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send a textThank you to our sponsor Timeline Nutrition Mitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!In this episode of Hotflash inc, GenX journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen sits down with neurologist and award-winning dementia care professional Dr Teryn Clarke to discuss the science and lifestyle strategies that can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease, which disproportionately affect women. Drawing from her book, Brain Health Action Plan: Simple, Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes that Optimize Cognitive Fitness and Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk Dr Clarke shares part actionable tips to improve brain health today and protect it for the long term.Episode highlights:Dr Teryn Clarke’s personal motivation The power of exercise and low sugar diets The surprising immediate benefits of brain-healthy habits Type 3 diabetesIntermittent fasting explainedSeed oils Hormone therapy and Iron buildup in women post-menopauseKey supplements for brain healtThe emotional connection: how stress, loneliness, and trauma increase dementia riskThe critical link between hearing, vision, and dementia prevention  Why brain stimulation matters: exercise, learning, and meaningful social connections  🔑 Top Quote“Genetics load the gun, but environment pulls the trigger.” – Dr Teryn Clarke📚 Resources and LinksDr Teryn Clarke’s book: Brain Health Action PlanWebsite: brainhealthactionplan.comFollow Dr Teryn Clarke on X: @MDTeryn📝 About the GuestDr Teryn Clarke is a neurologist in Southern California and was named “Dementia Care Professional of the Year” by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America in 2015. She is passionate about educating people on the modifiable lifestyle factors that can prevent cognitive decline and is the author of Brain Health Action Plan, a practical, science-based guide to optimizing brain health.🚨 DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized recommendations.Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information