Menopause Mastery

Dr. Betty Murray

Welcome to Menopause Mastery with Dr. Betty Murray. This show is for women in the second season of life, the season of menopause, who are ready for more: health - vitality - passion - and purpose! Join host, Dr. Betty Murray (part geek, part magician, and your new medical bestie with a dash of sass), as she takes complex science and makes it easier to integrate into daily life. Nutrition, hormones, functional medicine, and a wellness lifestyle are only the tip of the conversation. Join the journey to uncover your deepest desires, harness your physical and mental health, and peel back the layers to know exactly what you want out of life. Let's make this season the best ever!

  1. 11h ago

    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 explore one of the most overlooked systems in women's health: the lymphatic system. We discuss how lymphatic congestion can contribute to stubborn belly fat, brain fog, digestive issues, swelling, fatigue, skin problems, and why many women continue to struggle even when they're doing all the "right" things. Drawing from both modern research and Ayurvedic medicine, Dr. Douillard explains how lymphatic health, digestion, bile flow, detoxification, fascia, and circulation all work together to support hormone communication and overall wellness during perimenopause and menopause. They cover: * Why menopause symptoms may involve more than hormone levels alone * The critical role of the lymphatic system in detoxification and cellular health * How lymph flow influences hormone communication throughout the body * The connection between digestion, bile flow, and women's health * Why food sensitivities may sometimes be a symptom rather than the root cause * The relationship between estrogen, liver function, and gallbladder health * How lymphatic congestion can contribute to swelling and fluid retention * The surprising connection between lymphatics and stubborn visceral belly fat * Common mistakes people make when trying to support lymphatic drainage * Dry brushing, movement, and other ways to support healthy lymph flow * Why foundational lifestyle practices still matter—even with hormone therapy * How informed consent and lifestyle medicine are often overlooked in healthcare If you've been told your symptoms are "just hormones" or "just aging," this conversation offers a broader perspective on what may really be happening inside your body. And, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may be struggling with menopause symptoms, stubborn weight gain, fatigue, or brain fog.   🩺✨ 00:00 Introduction: Is It Really Your Hormones? 01:55 Why the Lymphatic System Matters in Perimenopause & Menopause 07:05 Food Sensitivities, Digestion & the Real Root Cause of Symptoms 11:28 Bile Flow, Estrogen & Gallbladder Health 12:35 The Correct Order for Healing (Why Doing Everything Doesn't Work) 14:53 The Surprising Link Between HRV, Breathing & Lymphatic Flow 19:47 Parasympathetic Function, Digestion & Gut Health 21:56 Movement, Sedentary Living & Lymphatic Drainage 24:39 How Walking After Meals Impacts Blood Sugar 25:00 Fascia, Lymphatics & Why Movement Is Medicine 29:12 Why Perimenopause Symptoms Are Showing Up Earlier 32:25 Manual Therapies, Massage & Protecting the Lymphatic System 32:42 Dry Brushing & Other Ways to Support Lymph Flow 35:21 Visceral Fat, Toxic Fat & Lymphatic Congestion 38:08 The Hidden Connection Between Belly Fat & Waste Removal 39:53 Why Hormone Therapy Isn't Always Enough 40:41 Dr. Douillard's Resources, Quizzes & Educational Tools 42:14 The Problem With Modern Healthcare Education 43:44 What Informed Consent Should Really Mean 44:52 How Nasal Breathing Improved VO₂ Max & Performance 45:36 Final Thoughts & Where to Learn More 👉 To connect with Dr. Douillard: https://lifespa.com/  📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ ✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   🔗 Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  🎙️ More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hormonehealth #hormonechanges #midlife #ayurveda #lymphatichealth #lymphaticsystem

    46 min
  2. Jun 10

    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 updated edition of his book Fracture-Proof Your Bones and why the standard approach to osteoporosis screening may be missing the bigger picture. We get into the limitations of DEXA scans, why bone density alone is not a strong predictor of fracture risk, and the overlooked factors that can make or break bone health over time. Dr. Neustadt also explains why falls, stability, strength, sleep, lifestyle, and medication use all deserve more attention in the conversation around osteoporosis prevention.  This episode covers: 🔹 Common medications that may raise fracture risk, including SSRIs, PPIs, and some blood pressure medications   🔹 Why DEXA scans may not tell the full story about osteoporosis and fracture risk   🔹The difference between tracking bone density and actually reducing fracture risk   🔹 Why fall prevention, strength, and stability matter so much for long-term bone health   🔹 The role of nutrition, lifestyle, and exercise in protecting your bones   🔹 Why both patients and clinicians are often confused about how to interpret bone health data If you want a more complete understanding of how to protect your bones as you age, this episode is packed with practical insight!  🩺⚕️ 👉 To connect with Dr. Neustadt: https://nbihealth.com/  📚 Find Fracture Proof Your Bones on Amazon:  https:/www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0B6LXBLDC?ccs_id=ab94daed-1420-40f5-aec2-6d2ab9783375  00:00 Medications And Bone Risk 01:35 DEXA Limits And Fracture Prediction 06:26 FRAX Scores And Fear 09:24 Who Should Get Screened 11:14 Early Risks And Protein 21:07 SSRIs PPIs And Polypharmacy 26:19 System Gaps And AI Help 29:58 Bone Turnover Markers Reality 35:45 Sleep Cortisol And Falls 37:46 Balance Strength And Foot Health 42:50 Fear Confidence And Wrap Up 📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ ✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   🔗 Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  🎙️ More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hormonehealth #hormonechanges #midlife #osteoporosis #bonehealth

    46 min
  3. Jun 3

    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 to unpack the deeper biology of perimenopause and menopause. They explore why this transition is about far more than hot flashes, including the major shifts in metabolism, brain health, stress resilience, and body composition that can begin long before a woman's final period. Dr. Mixon explains his perspective on hormone decline in midlife, including why testosterone, progesterone, and estradiol all matter, and how those changes may affect energy, mood, confidence, libido, and the ability to handle stress. The conversation also looks at muscle as a powerful driver of metabolic health and why maintaining strength may be one of the most important strategies for women in midlife. The conversation also dives into senescent cells, sometimes called "zombie cells," and Dr. Mixon's view of how they may contribute to aging, endocrine disruption, and loss of function over time. Together, they discuss longevity medicine, hormone optimization, and emerging ideas around supporting healthspan and vitality as we age. Topics discussed in this episode: 🔹Perimenopause and menopause as a metabolic transition 🔹Hormone decline and its effects on mood, energy, and libido 🔹Testosterone, progesterone, and estradiol in midlife women 🔹Muscle health and metabolism during menopause 🔹Senescent cells and healthy aging 🔹Longevity medicine and hormone optimization If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and want a broader conversation about hormones, metabolism, brain health, and aging well, this episode offers an interesting perspective on what may be happening beneath the surface. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from a deeper understanding of menopause. 💫 🌐 To connect with Dr. Jerry Mixon and Longevity Medical Clinic:  https://www.longevitymedicalclinic.com/  https://www.longevitymedicalclinic.com/team/dr-jerry-mixon  📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ ✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   🔗 Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  🎙️ More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #midlife #hormonehealth #longevity

    47 min
  4. May 27

    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?  In this episode of The Menopause Mastery Podcast, Dr. Betty Murray is joined by Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and published menopause researcher, for a conversation about perimenopause, menopause, and the urgent need for better women's health research. Andrea shares insights from her work studying menopause symptoms and explains why so many women feel overlooked, confused, or dismissed during this stage of life. They discuss how perimenopause and menopause symptoms can show up in far more ways than most people realize, why the research has not kept pace with women's real experiences, and how this gap affects diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life. The episode also explores practical lifestyle strategies that may support women through the menopause transition, including nutrition, sleep, stress management, digestion, blood sugar balance, strength training, hydration, and daily habits that help support overall hormone health. In this episode, you'll find: 🔹Andrea Donsky's background: Her work as a nutritionist, entrepreneur, media personality, podcast host, and published menopause researcher. 🔹The menopause research gap: Why women's health research still leaves many people without clear answers. 🔹Perimenopause and menopause symptoms: How symptoms can extend far beyond hot flashes and vary widely from person to person. 🔹Why symptoms are missed: How lack of awareness and limited research can lead to confusion and misdiagnosis. 🔹Lifestyle support strategies: The role of sleep, nutrition, digestion, exercise, hydration, stress support, and blood sugar balance in feeling better through the transition. If you are looking for a deeper understanding of menopause symptoms, women's wellness, hormone health, and evidence-informed ways to support your body during midlife, this episode offers a grounded and accessible conversation with actionable insights. ✨ 00:00 Meet Andrea Donsky 01:36 Why Menopause Research Lags 02:05 103 Symptoms Survey 03:55 Dismissal and Misdiagnosis 05:46 Full Toolbox Approach 08:10 Nutrition Lifestyle Foundation 10:27 Healthspan and Saying No 12:32 Diet Culture and Overwhelm 15:10 Book as a Practical Guide 17:13 Osteoporosis Awareness Gap 20:14 Study Types and Evidence Wars 23:06 Seed Oils and Individual Response 26:52 Finding Your Threshold 27:22 Personal Menopause Symptoms 29:24 Top Symptoms Revealed 31:42 Why Sleep Falls Apart 32:55 Stress And 3AM Wakeups 35:12 Sleep Hygiene Toolkit 36:08 Digestion Hormones Connection 37:39 When Old Tricks Fail 41:22 Balance Blueprint Basics 43:33 Hormones Versus Lifestyle 44:46 PCOS Metabolic Lens 46:02 Chemicals And Cycle Clues 47:22 Endocrine Disruptors Spotlight 48:47 Book Links And Farewell 👉 To connect with Andrea: To connect with Andrea:  https://andreadonsky.com/andrea-donsky/  https://wearemorphus.com/ Find Andrea Donsky on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram  📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ ✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hormonehealth #andreadonsky

    51 min
  5. May 20

    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. Betty Murray sits down with gerontologist and longevity expert Zora Benhamou to talk about hip osteoarthritis, joint health, menopause, and what happens when chronic pain leads to hip replacement surgery earlier than expected. This is an honest, practical conversation about why joint issues can show up even in healthy, high-performing women, and what you can do to better understand the warning signs. Dr. Betty and Zora talk about the difference between osteoarthritis and osteoporosis, why hip pain is often misunderstood, and how factors like hypermobility, inflammation, cartilage loss, hormones, and long-term wear and tear can all play a role. Zora also shares her personal experience with hip replacement and offers insight into recovery, rehabilitation, mindset, and how to come back stronger on the other side. If you are in perimenopause or menopause, dealing with nagging hip pain, or trying to stay active while protecting your joints, this episode is packed with helpful perspectives. 🎙️ In this podcast episode, we cover: 🔹The real difference between osteoarthritis and osteoporosis 🔹Why active women can still develop serious hip issues 🔹Early signs of hip dysfunction and when to take pain seriously 🔹The connection between menopause, estrogen, and joint health 🔹How inflammation and cartilage loss affect mobility and pain 🔹What to know before hip replacement surgery 🔹Recovery strategies for building strength, muscle, and confidence after surgery 🔹The mindset shift that helps you move from fear and frustration to action 🏋️‍♀️🏃‍♀️This episode is especially for women in midlife, athletes, weightlifters, and anyone trying to understand joint pain before it becomes a bigger problem. Listen now to learn how to better understand low libido in menopause and support your sexual health naturally and effectively! 💫 00:00 Meet Zora Benhamou 01:24 Hip Surgery Confession 02:20 Gerontology and Arthritis Basics 04:35 Host Hip Injury Timeline 07:14 What Osteoarthritis Feels Like 10:35 Menopause Joint Pain Clues 17:28 Risk Factors Hypermobility 20:11 Prehab for Hip Replacement 26:30 Recovery Tools BFR Bands 29:03 Neubie Nerve Reeducation 30:06 Nuebie Pain Breakthrough 31:21 Training With The Device 33:26 PRP And Regenerative Options 34:42 Mindset Shift To Bionic 39:24 When Pain Needs A Doctor 44:45 Pelvic Floor And Chronic Pain 47:22 Nutrition For Surgical Recovery 48:49 Advanced Recovery Biohacks 52:23 Scar Healing Copper Peptides 54:42 Wrap Up And Where To Find Zora To connect with Zora (Zora the Explorer): https://hackmyage.com/about/  Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:   ⁨@drbettymurray⁩   Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hippain #hipreplacement

    56 min
  6. May 13

    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 of the most common and least talked about symptoms of perimenopause and menopause: low libido. If your sex drive has changed and you're wondering what happened, you're not alone. Libido is influenced by hormones, stress, sleep, brain chemistry, and vaginal health, which means shifts during midlife can affect desire in ways many women never expect. This episode explores why these changes happen and what you can do to support your body, your relationships, and your overall well-being. You'll learn how estrogen and testosterone affect sexual desire, why stress and poor sleep can make libido worse, and how vaginal dryness and pain can create a cycle of avoidance and frustration. Dr. Betty Murray also shares practical strategies to help women improve intimacy, restore comfort, and feel more connected to themselves and their partners. 👉 In this episode, we discuss: 🔹The hormonal and neurological drivers behind low libido 🔹How perimenopause and menopause affect sexual desire 🔹The connection between estrogen, testosterone, stress, and sleep 🔹Why vaginal dryness and pain can reduce intimacy 🔹How relationship dynamics can be affected by libido changes 🔹Supportive options for restoring comfort and pleasure 🔹The role of communication, self-exploration, and medical support If you've been feeling disconnected from your desire, this episode offers a compassionate, science-informed look at what may be happening and how to take the next step.   Listen now to learn how to better understand low libido in menopause and support your sexual health naturally and effectively!  🌿 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:  ⁨@drbettymurray⁩   Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hormonehealth #libido #midlife

    41 min
  7. May 6

    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 expert Dr. Amie Hornaman to discuss how thyroid dysfunction can overlap with the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause. Together, they explain why this stage of life can be confusing for many women, especially when symptoms like fatigue, mood changes, weight struggles, and low energy are brushed off as just part of aging. The conversation explores thyropause, a term used to describe declining thyroid function that can happen alongside changing estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels. Dr. Amie explains why women need a more complete view of thyroid health, including a better understanding of lab markers, thyroid hormone conversion, and reverse T3. They also talk about what happens when practitioners rely too heavily on limited testing or fail to listen closely to symptoms. This episode is designed to help listeners feel more confident understanding their thyroid labs, asking better questions, and finding care that looks at the full picture. 👉 In this episode, you will learn: 🔹What thyro-pause is and how it may show up during perimenopause and menopause 🔹Why thyroid symptoms are often mistaken for normal midlife hormone changes 🔹How sex hormones and thyroid hormones work together in the body 🔹Why a "normal" thyroid test does not always tell the full story 🔹What to know about thyroid lab work, including T3 and reverse T3 🔹How stress, under-eating, and overtraining may affect thyroid function 🔹Why personalized care matters when treating thyroid symptoms 🔹How to advocate for yourself when your concerns are being dismissed This episode is especially helpful for women in perimenopause or menopause who feel like something is off but have not gotten clear answers. It connects the dots between thyroid health and hormone changes in a way that is accessible, practical, and empowering. 🚺💫 📌 Don't forget to check out Dr. Amie's book, The Thyroid Fix: https://thyroidfixbook.com  (find your bonuses here!)  https://www.amazon.com/Thyroid-Fix-No-Nonsense-Fatigue-Fogginess/dp/1668225425   💫 For more from Dr. Amie: https://dramie.com/    00:00 Thyroid Pauses Intro 00:20 Meet Dr. Amie Hornaman 01:57 Normal But Not Fine 03:15 Hormones And Thyroid 03:40 Thyroid Pauses Explained 06:38 Natural Fix Myth 08:00 Why Replace Hormones 13:19 Medication Mismanagement 14:24 Beyond TSH Testing 16:35 Personalized Dosing 18:43 Non Converters And T3 19:38 Reverse T3 Breakdown 23:23 Reverse T3 Roadmap 25:01 Fasting Overtraining Trap 27:52 Thyroid Impacts Beyond Symptoms 31:20 Menopause Movement Blind Spots 31:52 Book Teaches Lab Mastery 34:39 Lab Timing Dosing Rules 40:33 Thyroid Bible Wrap Up 42:59 Bonuses Live Event 43:53 Final Thanks Subscribe Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/    Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/   More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #hormonehealth #thyroid #thyroidhealth

    45 min
  8. Apr 29

    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 and menopause. She breaks down what's really happening in the body during hormonal transition, why so many symptoms get overlooked, and what women can do to feel better with the right support, testing, nutrition, and treatment options. You'll learn more about: 🔹perimenopause symptoms and when they can start 🔹menopause hormone therapy and common safety concerns 🔹brain fog, memory changes, and mood shifts 🔹menopause weight gain and metabolic changes 🔹anxiety, sleep disruption, and stress during menopause 🔹low libido, vaginal dryness, and painful sex 🔹joint pain, inflammation, and hormone balance 🔹how to advocate for yourself and find menopause-informed care If you're confused about perimenopause, menopause symptoms, hormone therapy, weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, or low libido, this episode is for you. Whether you're in your late 30s, 40s, or 50s, this conversation offers practical insight into the symptoms many women experience but rarely get clear answers about. For more information on Dr. Betty's answers, please see the links to featured videos below: Question 1 "Do I have Perimenopause?": https://youtu.be/07a-6e0Z14Y?si=ctqUOKFjixs0DoTt Question 2 "Is Hormone Therapy Actually Safe?": https://youtu.be/GwRZuHXTUY8?si=k1421S_F18siL1LL Question 3 "Why Am I Gaining Weight?": https://youtu.be/YODNg2OKv7s?si=4_JwtjomrAb1nc6M Question 4 "Am I Losing My Mind? My memory sinks.": https://youtu.be/Fdtj30VvPco?si=60B2rmwk8e3F_Y0O Question 5 "Why Am I So Anxious All Of A Sudden?": https://youtu.be/L-tLe7owvCg?si=KgKUt7uLpeaXevBB Question 6 "Why Don't I Want Sexy Anymore?": https://youtu.be/aUxIn1HdT0g?si=xCwgK0sbCCljnk4X Question 7 "When is Menopause Official?": https://youtu.be/JiohXnXYipw?si=wfoH6Z2dkcC0id9a Question 8 "Join Pain, aches — is this menopause or aging?": https://youtu.be/litFqgcVuxk?si=FRO4Us-RwRBvYmMG Question 9 "How do you advocate for yourself and talk to a doctor?": https://youtu.be/LxXutr750x4?si=OKqBsv79cqlOabk- Question 10 "Do I have to suffer through this or are there really options?": https://youtu.be/MtGoIznCLPk?si=-JWpzGKVHWNSXigz  00:00 Why Women Ask AI 00:42 Menrva Lounge Q&A 03:06 Perimenopause Explained 04:30 My Hormone Story 07:54 Early Symptoms and Labs 11:56 Is HRT Safe 13:07 Breast Cancer Myth 17:01 Why Weight Creeps Up 19:24 Metabolism and Estrogen 21:54 Brain Fog and Memory 22:23 Estrogen and the Brain 25:48 Workplace Brain Drain 27:12 Hormone Driven Anxiety 29:05 Stressful Midlife Load 31:34 Neuroplasticity Tools 32:46 Libido and Painful Sex 36:18 Non Hormonal Sex Help 37:56 When Menopause Starts 40:49 Joint Pain Explained 42:43 Advocating With Doctors 46:15 You Have Options 49:39 Closing Encouragement Connect with Dr. Betty Murray:  Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray   Links:  The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/   Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/   Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  More from the Podcast:  Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw  Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause

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About

Welcome to Menopause Mastery with Dr. Betty Murray. This show is for women in the second season of life, the season of menopause, who are ready for more: health - vitality - passion - and purpose! Join host, Dr. Betty Murray (part geek, part magician, and your new medical bestie with a dash of sass), as she takes complex science and makes it easier to integrate into daily life. Nutrition, hormones, functional medicine, and a wellness lifestyle are only the tip of the conversation. Join the journey to uncover your deepest desires, harness your physical and mental health, and peel back the layers to know exactly what you want out of life. Let's make this season the best ever!

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