Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

Zora Benhamou
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Join us as we delve into the world of peri and post menopause, uncovering the secrets to optimizing and upgrading this transformative phase of life. Hosted by gerontologist & biohacker Zora Benhamou, this podcast cuts through the noise, providing valuable information for women navigating menopause. Our guest experts, hailing from all corners of the globe, share their insights on menopause, hormones, and longevity. Get ready to hack menopause and make it the smoothest, most empowering chapter of your life!

  1. 1D AGO

    To Test Or Not To Test in Perimenopause: What Actually Matters - Dr. Carrie Jones

    Are your hormone labs confusing you more than helping you? And are you being told you blood work is normal, but you still feel like garbage? Then tune into hormone expert Dr. Carrie Jones who clears the confusion. We cover: How (and if) perimenopause should even be diagnosed The real differences between blood, saliva, urine, and at-home hormone testing The most underrated markers for health in midlife What urine testing reveals that blood testing doesn't The truth about hormone supplements, what actually works and what doesn't  Dr. Carrie Jones is a globally respected functional medicine practitioner and hormone expert with nearly two decades of clinical experience. Formerly the Medical Director of Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test), she specializes in women's health, menopause, and complex hormone cases, translating hard science into practical, empowering guidance. With nearly a quarter of a million Known for her no-nonsense, myth-busting style, Dr. Jones helps clinicians and women alike understand hormones without fear, fluff, or fasting madness. Free Resources: https://www.drcarriejones.com/learn Contact Dr. Carrie Jones Website: https://www.drcarriejones.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carriejones/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarriejones  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarriejones/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hello-hormones-with-dr-carrie-jones/id1813934931?utm_source=chatgpt.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Troscriptions methylene blue at 10% off here: https://troscriptions.com/ZORA Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare for 15% off with this link: https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    1h 13m

  2. 4D AGO

    Changes In Desire, Arousal & Intimacy No One Talks About - Dr. Michael Bader

    Today we meet psychoanalyst Dr. Michael Bader who shares why we may need to  move beyond hormones, lube, and libido hacks and into the hidden forces of guilt, shame, fantasy, and long-term intimacy that shape desire, often without us realizing it.  We cover: What are the most common, and least discussed, desire blockers in midlife The surprising role "ruthlessness" plays in sexual pleasure and why intimacy can make desire harder What sexual fantasies are really doing psychologically, and why they often intensify with age How long-term relationships and caretaking instincts quietly suppress arousal Practical ways midlife women can reconnect with desire without performance pressure   Dr. Michael Bader is a psychologist and psychoanalyst with over four decades of clinical experience, known for his pioneering work on the psychology of desire, intimacy, and sexual fulfillment. He is the author of the influential book Arousal: The Secret Logic of Sexual Fantasies, where he unpacks the hidden emotional and psychological meanings behind sexual fantasy and why it plays such a powerful role in human arousal. Dr. Bader blends clinical depth with a refreshingly accessible style, helping people understand how unconscious fears, early experiences, and emotional dynamics shape their erotic lives. His work challenges shame, reduces stigma, and offers a compassionate, science-informed framework for sexual well-being. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Bader has served as a consultant, teacher, and writer on topics ranging from sexuality to social psychology, and he's widely respected for bridging the gap between psychological theory and everyday struggles around intimacy, pleasure, and connection.   Book: Arousal https://michaelbader.com/books/arousal-the-secret-logic-of-sexual-fantasies/   Contact Dr. Michael Bader: Website: michaelbader.com Webcast: Invisible Ink:  The Unconscious in Modern Politics and Culture Email: michaelbaderdmh@gmail.com  Tiktok: @michaelbaderdmh      Instagram @drummajorforfreedom   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    1h 6m

  3. APR 13

    Menopause Basics Explained, Hormones, Stages, and What No One Told You - Zora Benhamou

    Do you feel like your body is changing, but no one ever explained why? You suspect perimenopause, but you're not sure, because you know nothing about it.  We cover: Why most women are completely unprepared for menopause The key hormones driving your symptoms (and when they start declining) The real definition of menopause and when it happens The stages of perimenopause and what changes to expect The silent health risks that show up after menopause   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    36 min

  4. APR 10

    Leading Menopause Doctor Reveals What Your Doctor Isn't Measuring - Dr. Betty Murray

    What if most of what we've been told about hormone therapy was based on the wrong population, the wrong hormones, and the wrong timing? And what if 75% of women on HRT today are either under-dosed or over-dosed… because no one is actually testing? We cover: Why the largest menopause study does not apply to healthy perimenopausal women The "test, don't guess" philosophy Which tests are best to personalize dosing and optimize hormone metabolism Why up to 75% of women may be under- or over-treated on standard HRT protocols The little at-home device that can map daily hormone fluctuations Which scan is best for bones? REMS or DEXA? Dr. Betty Murray, Ph.D., M.S., I.F.M.C.P., is the Founder and CEO of The Menrva Project, a groundbreaking AI-powered platform & telemedicine service that personalizes menopause management by integrating symptoms, wearable data, and hormone metabolism with treatment in all 50 states. A functional medicine expert with over 20 years of experience, she previously founded Living Well Dallas Functional Medicine Center, one of the largest functional medicine practices in North Texas. Dr. Murray has appeared on Fox News, NBC, and CBS, and hosts the Menopause Mastery Podcast. Mastering the Pause: A Woman's Guide to Thriving Through Menopause https://guide.hormoneshelp.com Contact Dr. Betty Murray Website: https://drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray / Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbettymurray Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettymurray/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@drbettymurray Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    1h 4m

  5. APR 6

    Why Most Health Hacks Fail In Midlife: Nervous System Reset - Becca Holland

    Have you ever tried to get your sleep routine on, sort out your hormones, and curb your cravings… and felt like none of it sticks? What if the real issue isn't your discipline, your diet, or your willpower… but your nervous system? We cover: What is nervous system regulation and why it's the foundation in menopause How your nervous system acts like a "lens" that changes how you see the world, from threat to safety The three "no-nos" that aren't discipline problems, they're stress responses The danger of rigid wellness routines for women, and how to create cyclical, physiology-friendly habits How "strategic discomfort" and novelty expand your window of tolerance and build resilience   Becca Holland is an Irish health coach and founder of Health with Holland. Her work focuses on helping women regulate their nervous systems through practical, science-backed strategies, including blood sugar balancing nutrition, lymphatic support, mindset shifts, and daily regulation tools. Becca shares clear, actionable guidance with a global audience of nearly 3 million across social media platforms. She also hosts The Becca Holland Show, where she interviews experts and translates research into real-life tools to help women feel calmer, sleep better, and break free from chronic stress. RRR Programme - https://healthwithholland.com/coaching/ Contact Becca Holland: E-mail: admin@healthwithholland.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthwithholland/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092451216486 Tiktok: @healthwithholland Podcast: The Becca Holland Show https://open.spotify.com/show/3pMJYvFPxa0uKd3ByR0k4u   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    46 min

  6. APR 3

    Leading Cardiologist Shares The Tests That Matter Most in Midlife - Dr Abid Husain

    Has your doctor told you your cholesterol is "too high" and it's time to take a statin, but you're other markers are squeaky clean, you're living a healthy diet and lifestyle, stress is under control, so you're a little skeptical why you're offered medication based on one number alone? We cover: Why atherosclerosis is a silent, decades-long process, and why symptoms often appear far too late How menopause changes the vascular landscape, nitric oxide, inflammation, and microvascular risk The difference between a calcium score and a CCTA with contrast, and which type of plaque matters The blood markers that matter more than total cholesterol The biggest myths in women's heart health Trained in conventional cardiology, Dr. Husain recognized early the limits of reactive medicine. That insight led him to pursue advanced training in preventive, functional, hormonal, and cellular-based therapies, integrating these disciplines into a deeply individualized approach to cardiovascular care. Beyond the clinic, he serves as an educator and scientific advisor, helping clinicians and organizations rethink how we assess cardiovascular risk, resilience, and overall long-term health. He is also a multi-sport athlete, artist, and lifelong learner, because he believes true health is not just measured in years lived, but in vitality, creativity, and meaning. Available to see new patients at Boulder Longevity Institute: https://boulderlongevity.com/about Upcoming Vascular medicine & Cardiology Health course for practitioners available at Next Generation Medicine https://www.nextgenerationmedicine.co/ Contact Dr. Abid Husain Instagram: @dr_abidhusain Facebook: @abid.husain.7712 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/abid-husain-md-facc-abaarm-00874419 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorAbidHusain Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    1h 9m

  7. MAR 30

    Can You Build Bone in Your Sleep? Stress And Recovery For Better Bones - Zora Benhamou

    Are you doing all the right things, lifting weights, eating well, taking supplements, even taking hormones… but still not seeing improvements in your bone health? Have you ever wondered if the hamster wheel you're living on - all the stress and the horrible sleep, and how that could be affecting your bones? We cover: How chronic stress and cortisol affect bone health Why type of sleep that's essential for bone repair and remodeling The connection between recovery, hormones, and bone strength The "midlife trap" that accelerates bone loss Simple strategies to improve sleep, stress, and recovery for stronger bones Mollie Eastman Sleep Apnea Episode Free Bone Masterclass: https://youtu.be/VPZXwHhs9GY Mini Bone Guide: https://hackmyage.com/the-bone-force-guide/ Bone Nutrition Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bglKhyyDhH1t8D58mJstFIDabMI3GwXG/view?usp=sharing Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

    29 min

  8. MAR 27

    Did HRT Cause My Fibroids? Adenomyosis and the HRT–GLP-1 Connection - Esther Blum

    Have you been told by your doctor that "your labs are normal" and everything is fine, but you still feel like garbage? And things are just not adding up. You're feeling dismissed, stressed and/or confused about what your body truly needs in perimenopause and menopause…then this episode is for you. We cover: Why menopause care is failing women, and how to stop medical gaslighting in its tracks The truth about fueling in midlife, including how many calories we really need Why early HRT can be foundational for muscle, bone, and even GLP-1 effectiveness The role of stress, cortisol, and thyroid function in weight gain and insomnia When surgery is and isn't an option for fibroids or adenomyosis    Esther Blum is an Integrative Dietitian, menopause expert with a really informative Instagram page, she's also a bestselling author of five books including See Ya Later, Ovulator, and host of The Midlife Realignment podcast. Known as Gwyneth Paltrow's menopause mentor, she empowers women through nutrition, hormone balance, and fierce self-advocacy, and has been featured on The Today Show, ABC-TV, and many other media outlets.   www.estherblum.com/elite Freebie: Top Hormone Tests Every Perimenopausal Woman Needs To Know at estherblum.com   Contact Esther Blum: Website: www.estherblum.com Instagram @gorgeousesther The Midlife Realignment Podcast https://estherblum.com/midlife-realignment-podcast/   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

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Join us as we delve into the world of peri and post menopause, uncovering the secrets to optimizing and upgrading this transformative phase of life. Hosted by gerontologist & biohacker Zora Benhamou, this podcast cuts through the noise, providing valuable information for women navigating menopause. Our guest experts, hailing from all corners of the globe, share their insights on menopause, hormones, and longevity. Get ready to hack menopause and make it the smoothest, most empowering chapter of your life!

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