Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+
Everyday Wellness™
SummaryNavigating the transition through perimenopause and menopause can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle without the picture on the box. Everyday Wellness is here to change that. Hosted by nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow, this podcast serves as a science-backed resource for women over 35 who are ready to move past generic health advice and dive into the biological realities of midlife. Each episode bridges the gap between complicated clinical research and actionable daily living. Whether the discussion focuses on the critical role of muscle as an organ of longevity, the misunderstood nuances of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or the internal mechanisms of the nervous system under chronic stress, the goal remains the same: empowering you to become your own best health advocate. You will hear from leading medical experts, neuroscientists, and nutritionists who strip away the noise of modern wellness trends to focus on what actually works for the female body. Beyond the biology of hormones and metabolism, the show emphasizes foundational pillars like protein intake, resistance training, and nervous system regulation. By shifting the conversation away from outdated myths and toward a model of personalized, precision-based wellness, the podcast provides the tools you need to optimize your vitality. If you are looking for evidence-based insights to help you understand your body’s signals and reclaim your health, this is the destination for your journey toward long-term resilience.
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Episodes
Ep. 616 How the Nervous System Shapes Stress, Trauma, and Recovery with Dr. David Rabin | Menopause, Perimenopause, Nervous System
Learn how to regulate your nervous system and shift from a victim mindset to growth through the power of self-healing.
BONUS: Muscle Matters: Transforming Metabolic Health for Weight Control with Bronson Dant | Metabolic Health, Weight Control, Muscle Matters
Optimize metabolic health and build longevity by prioritizing protein, movement, and muscle mass over calorie counting.
Ep. 615 The Adrenals Masterclass: The Science of Resilience & "High-Functioning" Burnout | Menopause, Perimenopause & Adrenal Health
Master the science of adrenal health, nervous system regulation, and managing high-functioning burnout in midlife.
Ep. 614 "The Progesterone Conversation We've Been Missing" | Menopause, Perimenopause, Progesterone
Understand the crucial differences between progesterone and progestin, how dosing impacts your brain, and why bioindividuality is key to hormone therapy success.
Ep. 613 The Role of Peptides in Longevity and Midlife Health with Nathalie Niddam | Menopause, Perimenopause, Peptides
Explore the science behind peptides, bioregulators, and their clinical role in optimizing midlife health and longevity.
BONUS: Protein, Creatine and Training for Menopause and Beyond with Dr. Stacy Sims
Optimize muscle, metabolic health, and training intensity by tracking your cycle and prioritizing protein and creatine.
Ep. 612 Why Perimenopause Affects More Than Your Cycle with Emily Sadri, NP | Menopause, Perimenopause, Estrogen
Understand how precise hormone monitoring and physiologic HRT can resolve perimenopause symptoms beyond the basics.
Ep. 611 "What the Pill & Depo Do to Your Bones" | Menopause, Perimenopause, Bone Health
Learn how hormonal contraceptives like the pill and Depo-Provera impact bone density and long-term fracture risk.
Ep. 610 Protein, Muscle, and Metabolic Health After Menopause with Craig Emmerich | Menopause, Perimenopause, Metabolic Health
Optimize metabolic health and body composition in midlife by prioritizing protein and whole foods over the scale.
BONUS: Is Obesity Really Genetic? Debunking the Myths with Dr. Ken Berry
Expose the hidden influence of ultra-processed food marketing, media bias, and the truth about genetic obesity.
BONUS: Is Obesity Really Genetic? Debunking the Myths with Dr. Ken Berry
Stop trusting big media headlines and start questioning the corporate agendas behind ultra-processed food marketing.
Ep. 609 How Light Shapes Hormones, Sleep, and Metabolism with Dr. Catherine Clinton | Menopause, Perimenopause, Metabolic Health
Discover how quantum biology, sunlight, and structured water influence your cellular energy, metabolism, and hormones.
Ep. 608 "Beyond Protein and Exercise" — What Actually Supports Muscle Growth in Midlife | Menopause, Perimenopause, Muscle Growth
Optimize muscle mass in midlife through targeted supplementation and protein intake to combat metabolic decline.
Ep. 607 How Connective Tissue Disorders Affect Women's Health with Dr. Linda Bluestein | Menopause, Perimenopause, Connective Tissue Health
Understand the complex interplay between connective tissue disorders, POTS, and MCAS to navigate chronic health symptoms.
BONUS: Menopausal Toolkit: Heart, Brain and Hormonal Health with Dr. Deb Matthew
Protect your heart and brain by navigating menopause with the right hormonal, lifestyle, and cardiovascular strategies.
Ep. 606 The Vagus Nerve's Role in Stress Resilience with Dr. Navaz Habib | Menopause, Perimenopause, Nervous System
Improve stress resilience in midlife by learning to upgrade vagal tone through nutrition and nervous system regulation.
Ep. 605 "What Happens When You Stop the Pill in Midlife?" | Oral Contraceptives, Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormones
Stopping oral contraceptives in midlife reveals an altered hormonal and gut landscape that requires targeted recovery.
Ep. 604 “It’s Not Just Vitamin D!” – How Sunlight Supports Blood Pressure, Mood & Hormonal Health with Rowan Jacobsen | Perimenopause, Menopause, Sleep
Boost your metabolic health, sleep, and mood by using natural sunlight as a master regulator of your circadian rhythm.
BONUS: Breaking Down Calorie Restriction, Protein Intake and The Ketogenic Diet with Chris Irvin
Restore metabolic health and support longevity by prioritizing protein and overcoming the dangers of over-fasting.
Ep. 603 The Microbiome's Role in Heart and Metabolic Health with Dr. William Davis | Menopause, Perimenopause, Microbiome
Discover how the gut microbiome triggers cardiovascular and metabolic disease and how to reclaim your long-term health.
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