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Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Book your appointment with Dr Shauna Watts: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/visit-us/ ========================================= Are we chasing younger looks while overlooking what it really takes to age well? On this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts sits down with facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Daria Hamrah to question what the booming longevity industry is actually delivering. After nearly two decades in cosmetic surgery, Dr. Daria Hamrah began looking beyond visible signs of ageing to understand the biological processes underneath. His research led him to a bigger question: are we becoming better at treating the appearance of ageing while overlooking the factors that influence our long-term health? Together, they examine the science behind NAD+ infusions, longevity peptides, exosomes and other treatments gaining attention on social media. IN THIS EPISODE • The anti-ageing paradox: Why treating visible signs of ageing is not the same as addressing the underlying biology. • NAD+ infusions: What we know about NAD+, cellular energy and DNA repair, and where the evidence for anti-ageing benefits remains limited. • Longevity peptides: The difference between established medicines and experimental products with limited human evidence. • Exosomes and emerging treatments: Why promising mechanisms are not the same as demonstrated clinical benefits. • GLP-1 medications and weight loss: The importance of medical supervision, nutrition and protecting lean body mass. • Facial ageing after weight loss: How changes in facial volume and skin laxity can affect appearance. • Muscle and healthy ageing: Why resistance training and adequate protein intake matter for maintaining muscle. • The four foundations of longevity: Sleep, movement, nutrition and stress management. THREE QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE TRYING A LONGEVITY TREATMENT 1. What specific problem is this treatment intended to address? 2. Is there evidence of meaningful benefits in humans, rather than only laboratory or animal research? 3. How will we know whether it is actually working? ------------ Follow Dariah Hamrah https://drdariahamrah.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drhamrah https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-daria-hamrah-0722783b/ ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/dr.shaunawatts/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 - NAD+ Drips, Peptides and the Truth About Anti-Ageing 05:30 - The Real Causes of Ageing: Beyond Wrinkles and Skin 10:00 - The Anti-Ageing Paradox Explained 11:42 - Why There Is No Magic Fix for Ageing 14:09 - NAD+ Infusions: Are They Worth the Money? 17:08 - What NAD+ Does for Cellular Energy and DNA Repair 19:49 - NAD+ and Longevity: What Does the Human Evidence Show? 32:11 - GLP-1 Weight Loss: What Happens Beyond the Scales? 33:38 - Muscle Loss During Weight Loss and How to Protect It 35:36 - Rapid Weight Loss, Facial Volume and Skin Ageing 38:08 - Exosomes and Stem Cells: What Does the Evidence Say? 40:11 - The Four Foundations of Healthy Ageing 44:34 - Strength Training for Women: How to Start Small 50:19 - Cardio vs Strength Training: Do You Need Both? 52:27 - How Sleep Affects Ageing and Recovery ---- Keywords anti aging longevity NAD+ infusions anti aging treatments longevity science anti aging treatments evidence peptide therapy GLP-1 weight loss healthy aging Dr Daria Hamrah NAD+ infusion benefits NAD+ anti aging longevity supplements anti aging myths evidence based anti aging anti aging medicine longevity hacks

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Book your appointment with Dr Shauna Watts: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/visit-us/ ========================================= What if some of the foods marketed as “healthy” are actually leaving you hungry, flat and reaching for the next snack? Davinia Taylor joins the conversation to share her personal journey with food, energy and health, and the changes that made her start questioning the way she approached what she was eating. From constant cravings and feeling mentally flat to experimenting with intermittent fasting, metabolic flexibility and a different approach to carbohydrates, Davinia shares what she discovered along the way and what ultimately changed her perspective on food. The conversation also explores the growing focus on ultra-processed foods and why knowing what you're actually buying isn't always as simple as it seems. Davinia talks about looking beyond the claims on the front of a packet, understanding what you're really eating, and paying attention to how different foods leave you feeling afterwards. In this episode: • Davina's journey from feeling constantly tired, flat and caught in a cycle of cravings • How giving up alcohol became an unexpected starting point for her health journey • Why intermittent fasting became part of Davina's routine • Her approach to metabolic flexibility and using different fuel sources • Why sleep has an important place in the way she approaches food and energy • The connection between food, cravings and mental energy • What makes ultra-processed foods difficult to identify • Why the front of a food packet doesn't always tell the whole story • How food marketing can shape the way we think about “healthy” products • A simple way to start noticing which foods actually leave you satisfied • Why understanding your own response to food can change the way you approach your health This is a conversation about becoming more curious about the food you're eating, the choices you're making, and what your body might be telling you along the way. Follow Davinia Taylor https://www.instagram.com/daviniataylor https://www.tiktok.com/@daviniataylor ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/dr.shaunawatts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 - Are “Healthy” Foods Keeping You Hungry? 01:45 - Davinia Taylor’s Health and Nutrition Journey 04:30 - The Impact of Giving Up Alcohol 07:15 - Food Cravings, Energy and Feeling Flat 10:20 - Intermittent Fasting and Women’s Health 14:05 - Understanding Metabolic Flexibility 17:40 - How Sleep Affects Food and Energy 21:10 - Ultra-Processed Foods: What Are They? 25:05 - How to Read Food Labels Properly 29:15 - The Truth Behind “High Protein” and “Low Fat” Foods 33:00 - How Food Marketing Influences What We Eat 36:25 - Why Some Foods Leave You Wanting More 40:10 - Understanding Your Own Response to Food 43:30 - Making More Informed Food Choices ----------------- Keywords ultra processed foods food cravings healthy eating nutrition intermittent fasting metabolic flexibility food labels energy and nutrition Davina Taylor food noise processed foods nutrition for women midlife nutrition perimenopause nutrition healthy food choices protein foods food marketing sugar cravings eating habits metabolic health sleep and nutrition ADHD nutrition whole foods healthy eating habits

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Book your appointment with Dr Shauna Watts: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/visit-us/ ---------------------------------------- What if the things you’ve spent years blaming yourself for have less to do with discipline or motivation than you thought? ADHD in women can go unrecognized for years, sometimes until midlife when the strategies that once helped you cope suddenly stop working. In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts and Lareena Brown explore why ADHD can be so difficult to recognize in women and why the signs may become more noticeable during midlife and perimenopause. What You’ll Hear About: 👉 Why ADHD can look different in women 👉 Why some women aren’t diagnosed until midlife 👉 The connection between ADHD and executive function 👉 How masking and coping strategies can hide ADHD symptoms 👉 ADHD, food, binge eating and “food noise” 👉 Why self-compassion can be an important part of understanding ADHD 👉 Practical ways women can begin working with their brains rather than against them This is a conversation about recognizing patterns, questioning the stories we’ve told ourselves, and understanding why some things may have always felt harder than they seemed to for everyone else Listen to the full episode of All About You to hear the conversation. ------------ Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 Why ADHD Is Being Diagnosed Later in Women 02:32 Why ADHD Looks Different in Women 05:45 The “Buzzing Brain” and Internal Hyperactivity 07:33 ADHD, Estrogen and Perimenopause 10:06 What Is Executive Function? 13:16 ADHD, Time Blindness and Eating Patterns 18:17 Masking ADHD: When Competence Hides the Symptoms 20:03 The Connection Between ADHD and Binge Eating 23:27 ADHD and Food Noise 26:24 Why Traditional Diet Advice May Not Work for ADHD 29:44 Practical ADHD Strategies: Alarms and Body Doubling 33:12 ADHD, Shame and Self-Compassion 42:35 How to Get an ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult ----------------- Keywords ADHD in women ADHD in midlife women ADHD women ADHD symptoms in women Late diagnosis ADHD women ADHD and menopause ADHD and perimenopause ADHD and food ADHD and binge eating ADHD and emotional eating ADHD and food noiseFemale ADHD symptomsInattentive ADHD women ADHD masking in women ADHD diagnosis women ADHD executive dysfunction ADHD and eating ADHD and weight ADHD motivation ADHD self compassion Why ADHD is diagnosed late in women Signs of ADHD in women over 40 ADHD symptoms during perimenopause How ADHD presents differently in women ADHD and binge eating in women ADHD and food noise Late diagnosed ADHD in women ADHD masking in midlife women How to get an ADHD diagnosis as an adult woman

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Book your appointment with Dr Shauna Watts: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/visit-us/ ---------------------------------------- Heart disease remains one of the biggest health concerns for women, yet many women still don't know what cardiovascular risk can actually look like in the female body. In this episode of All About You, Dr. Jayne Morgan joins Dr. Shauna Watts for an important conversation about women’s heart health, perimenopause, menopause and cardiovascular risk. Dr. Morgan explores why women’s heart health has historically been misunderstood, how heart attack symptoms can present differently in women, and why some warning signs may be overlooked or dismissed. The conversation also looks at what can change during perimenopause and menopause, and why this stage of life can be an important time to start paying closer attention to your cardiovascular health. Most importantly, Dr. Morgan shares why understanding your own risk and being willing to advocate for yourself can make a difference when navigating the healthcare system. In this episode: • Why women’s heart health has historically been overlooked • How heart attack symptoms can differ in women • Why some symptoms may be easy to dismiss • What changes during perimenopause and menopause • The connection between estrogen and cardiovascular health • What women should know about their individual heart health risk • Why self-advocacy matters when speaking with your doctor • How emerging technology could help improve women’s health research This episode is a reminder that midlife health is about more than hormones. Understanding your heart health is an important part of taking care of yourself through perimenopause, menopause and beyond. ------------- Follow Dr. Jayne Morgan https://www.instagram.com/drjaynemorgan https://www.youtube.com/c/DrJayneMorgan https://linktr.ee/DrJayneMorgan ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 – Why Women’s Heart Health Is Different 04:15 – The Missing Data in Women’s Heart Research 07:39 – Why Heart Disease Is the #1 Killer of Women 11:42 – How Heart Disease Can Look Different in Women 17:05 – The Heart Health Changes of Perimenopause 22:18 – Estrogen, Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Risk 30:12 – LP(a): The Heart Risk Women Need to Know 34:49 – Why LP(a) Can Change During Menopause 40:05 – What Menopause Does to Your Heart 47:04 – The Cardiovascular Impact of Losing Estrogen 49:41 – Why Women May Miss the Signs of a Heart Attack 54:20 – HRT, Estrogen & the Timing of Heart Health 57:41 – How Women Can Advocate for Their Heart Health ----------------- Keywords women's heart health heart disease in women menopause and heart health heart disease after menopause perimenopause and heart health women's cardiovascular health heart attack symptoms in women menopause cardiovascular risk estrogen and heart health cholesterol and menopause heart disease symptoms in women women's heart health after menopause how menopause affects heart health does menopause increase heart disease risk cholesterol changes during menopause heart attack symptoms women should know cardiovascular risk during perimenopause menopause health women's health Dr Jayne Morgan Shauna Watts

https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/⁠ Book your appointment with Dr Shauna Watts: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/visit-us/ ---------------------------------------- Menopause isn’t just about hot flushes, sleep disruption or the symptoms you can feel. Some of the most important changes happening after menopause can be much harder to notice, yet they can shape your health years down the track. In this episode, Dr. Shauna Watts and Dr. Sandra Rahme look beyond the obvious symptoms of menopause and explore the changes women may not realise are happening, from muscle and bone health to metabolism and sleep. In this episode, we cover: ➡️ Why muscle loss after menopause can be about more than getting weaker ➡️ The reason bone health can change without giving you any warning ➡️ How menopause can influence metabolism, body composition and sleep ➡️ Why sleep problems after menopause may not always look the way you expect ➡️ The importance of looking beyond symptoms when thinking about long-term health They discuss why some of these changes can go unnoticed for years, what women should be paying attention to, and why understanding your long-term health matters just as much as managing how you feel today. Because sometimes, the things you can’t feel are the things worth looking at. Follow All About You for evidence-based conversations helping women make more informed health decisions. —---------------- Follow Dr. Sandra Rahme https://completehealthatcrossways.com.au/our-team ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 - The Menopause Changes You Can’t Feel 01:41 - The Long-Term Effects of Menopause 06:47 - Does Menopause Speed Up Muscle Loss? 11:25 - Why Women Need Strength Training After Menopause 14:52 - Menopause and Bone Density Loss 17:51 - When Is Bone Loss Most Rapid? 21:21 - How to Protect Bone Health After Menopause 24:22 - Can Osteopenia Be Reversed? 25:49 - Osteoporosis vs Osteoarthritis: What’s the Difference?27:03 - Why Sleep Changes After Menopause 30:17 - Sleep, Menopause and Long-Term Health 31:31 - The Signs of Sleep Apnea in Women 35:21 - When Poor Sleep Isn’t Just Menopause 35:35 - What Actually Helps Menopause Sleep Problems?39:31 - It’s Never Too Late to Get Help 40:58 - Three Things Every Woman Should Know After Menopause Keywords menopause menopause symptoms post menopause menopause health menopause after 50 menopause after 60 long term effects of menopause menopause and aging menopause muscle loss menopause bone loss menopause osteoporosis menopause osteopenia menopause sleep problems menopause sleep apnea menopause weight gain menopause belly fat estrogen and muscle estrogen and bone health HRT and bone health HRT menopause menopause metabolic health sarcopenia menopause strength training menopause bone density menopause DEXA scan menopause sleep apnea in women menopause and sleep menopause and metabolism muscle loss after menopause bone loss after menopause osteoporosis after menopause sleep problems after menopause

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Almost every woman who sits down in Lareena Brown's room believes she has failed. She has done every diet there is, and somewhere along the way she decided the problem was her. Lareena Brown is a clinical psychologist and ANZAED-credentialed eating disorder clinician who works with women on their relationship with food, weight, movement and their bodies. In this conversation she and Dr Shauna Watts unpick what a broken relationship with food actually looks like day to day, why willpower was never the mechanism that failed, and what a weight-neutral approach means in practice. They also go where most conversations stop: GLP-1 medications, food noise, and the judgement women face for taking them. If you have spent decades believing you lack discipline, this episode offers a different explanation and one small, specific place to start. 00:00  "People don't fail diets. Diets fail people." 01:47  What a broken relationship with food looks like day to day 03:10  Guilt, shame and a long history of yo-yo dieting 05:28  Willpower is mental energy, not character 06:41  The tyranny of "should", and perfectionism as a moving goalpost 11:07  The midlife collision: hormones, kids, ageing parents, career 13:17  When health advice becomes another full-time job 14:04  A note from Dr Shauna 14:41  What a non-diet, weight-neutral approach actually looks like 17:01  "I don't like exercise" and why that is like saying you don't like colours 20:01  Moving in a larger body: physical discomfort, self-consciousness, stigma 24:18  Strangers, family, and the judgements people feel entitled to make 26:43  Losing your hunger and fullness cues, and how to rebuild them 29:56  The four hungers: stomach, heart, mouth and head 32:26  Uncoupling health from weight: the markers that actually matter 34:43  Skipping meals, drinking your calories, and the night-time overeat 37:58  GLP-1 medications and a weight-neutral approach: can they coexist? 40:54  Why a prescription is not a treatment plan 43:35  Food noise, and the calm that descends when it stops 46:54  "We're not giving people a shot of willpower" 50:25  What the medication does not fix: emotions, eating patterns, trauma 54:11  Is it ever too late? Neuroplasticity and an 80-year-old client 55:33  Start with the easiest thing, not the hardest 56:13  How to work with Lareena, and how to find the right clinician 59:39  Dr Shauna's three takeaways  Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠⁠https://www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts  https://www.instagram.com/dr.shaunawatts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Resources mentioned: Why Weight Psychology: https://www.whyweightpsychology.com.au Finding a clinician who works at this intersection connect·ed, the ANZAED directory of credentialed eating disorder clinicians: https://connected.anzaed.org.au InsideOut Institute Treatment Services Database (search by postcode for psychologists, dietitians, GPs, programs and support groups):  https://insideoutinstitute.org.au/treatment-services Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Think you’ve missed your chance for HRT because you’re over 60 or more than 10 years past menopause? Dr. Shauna Watts and Dr. Sandra Rahme unpack what the “10-year window” actually means, and why there is no automatic age or five-year cut-off. In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna sits down with GP and women’s health clinician Dr. Sandra Rahme to challenge some of the most persistent misconceptions around menopause and hormone replacement therapy. In this episode, we cover: ➡️ What the 10-year window for HRT actually means ➡️ Whether it is really too late to consider HRT after 60 ➡️ Why there is no fixed five-year rule for stopping HRT ➡️ The difference between systemic HRT and vaginal hormones ➡️ Why urinary symptoms, recurrent UTIs, vaginal dryness and painful sex can worsen after menopause ➡️ How doctors assess individual risks before considering HRT ➡️ What options are available for women who cannot or do not want to take hormones ➡️ Why menopause symptoms should not simply be dismissed as “just ageing” Most importantly, the conversation looks at why the decision around HRT should be individualised, reviewed over time, and based on a woman’s symptoms and changing health risks rather than an arbitrary age or deadline. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too old” for HRT, this is a conversation worth hearing. Follow Dr. Sandra Rahme https://completehealthatcrossways.com.au/our-team ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 - The HRT 10-Year Window Explained 02:09 - Why Menopause Care Matters 03:16 - How Long Can Menopause Symptoms Last? 05:54 - Menopause Symptoms That Get Worse With Age 09:30 - Is It Too Late for HRT After 60? 11:47 - The HRT Window of Opportunity 14:25 - Can You Start HRT After 60? 16:12 - HRT Risks and Health Factors 20:10 - Vaginal Estrogen vs Systemic HRT 27:17 - HRT Delivery Methods and Blood Clot Risk 29:21 - Is There a Time Limit for HRT? 32:02 - HRT After 60: Myths vs Facts 33:18 - Key Takeaways on HRT and Menopause ----------------- Keywords HRT after 60 HRT after menopause hormone replacement therapy HRT menopause HRT after 60 years old starting HRT after 60 menopause hormone therapy hormone replacement therapy after 60 HRT 10 year window HRT 5 year rule menopause symptoms perimenopause post menopause vaginal estrogen vaginal hormones vaginal estrogen after menopause recurrent UTIs menopause menopause and urinary symptoms menopause and bone health menopause and heart health HRT risks HRT blood clots systemic HRT menopause treatment

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Most women get fifteen minutes for a conversation that spans years of their life, every system in their body, and a treatment decision that shapes the next twenty. It was never going to be enough. In this solo episode, GP and women's health advocate Dr Shauna Watts walks you through exactly how to prepare for a perimenopause or menopause appointment so you leave with a plan instead of "let's see how you go." She covers the one sentence to use when you book, how to work out where you sit on the menopause map, the four things to carry through the door, and which tests are genuinely high yield versus which ones are circulating online and will cost you money without changing your care. Plus: what to say if you get dismissed, and why "we don't need to check your hormones" is often good medicine. In this episode Shauna mentions that most countries have a menopause society keeping a directory of doctors with a special interest in this area. Here they are. Start here, wherever you live International Menopause Society, Council of Affiliated Menopause Societies https://www.imsociety.org/membership/cams/cams-steering-committee-and-cams-members/ National menopause societies across Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas. Find your country, follow the link, then look for their find-a-doctor page. Australia and New Zealand Australasian Menopause Society, Find a Member https://www.menopause.org.au/find-a-member/ United Kingdom British Menopause Society, Find a Menopause Specialist https://thebms.org.uk/find-a-menopause-specialist/ United States and Canada The Menopause Society, Find a Menopause Practitioner https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx A listing in a directory is not a recommendation from us and it is not a guarantee of a good fit. It is a starting point for finding someone who has chosen to work in this area. 00:00 – Intro 02:21 – The phone call that buys you time 04:14 – Where are you on the menopause map 05:21 – When your bleeding pattern lies to you 06:04 – Contraception: do you still need it? 07:27 – What to bring to your appointment 14:32 – The tests worth asking for 16:07 – Why your hormones may not need testing 17:55 – If you get dismissed, say this 19:17 – Summary Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts  https://www.instagram.com/dr.shaunawatts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/--------- Menopause doesn't come with an instruction manual, but it should. After a year of conversations with some of the world's leading menopause experts, Dr. Shauna Watts has brought together the questions women keep asking and the practical advice that can actually help. How much protein do you really need in midlife? Why does muscle become so important? What role does testosterone play in women's health? Does vaginal estrogen really matter? And why can sleep suddenly become so difficult during perimenopause and menopause? In this special All About You menopause mashup, Dr. Shauna Watts brings together insights from Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Dr. Rachel Rubin and Dr. Kelly Casperson, alongside her own clinical experience, to create a practical menopause cheat sheet you can come back to again and again. In this episode, we cover: ➡️ Why protein and resistance training become increasingly important during midlife ➡️ What happens to muscle mass, visceral fat and bone health during the menopause transition ➡️ How much protein women may need to support muscle and reduce frailty ➡️ Why creatine is becoming an important conversation in women's health ➡️ Why vaginal symptoms can involve much more than dryness, including urinary symptoms and painful sex ➡️ What genital urinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) actually means ➡️ Why testosterone may take longer to have an effect than estrogen ➡️ Practical strategies for improving sleep during perimenopause and menopause ➡️ How nutrition, movement, sleep and hormones can work together ➡️ Why women should approach menopause proactively rather than simply waiting for symptoms to appear. This episode encourages women to go into midlife informed, build muscle, support their nutrition and health, understand their treatment options and surround themselves with the right professional and personal support.F ollow the doctors in this episode: Dr. Mary Claire Haver - https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/ Dr. Rachel Rubin - https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/ Dr. Kelly Casperson - https://www.instagram.com/kellycaspersonmd/ ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 - Menopause Cheat Sheet: What Every Woman Needs to Know 00:34 - Menopause, Muscle Loss & Strength Training 01:09 - Menopause Weight Gain & Visceral Fat 03:09 - Does HRT Help With Weight Loss?04:11 - Why Protein Matters During Menopause 05:13 - How Much Protein Do Women Need? 07:47 - Menopause Supplements: What Actually Matters? 09:58 - Creatine for Women & Menopause 11:28 - Menopause, Osteoporosis & Strong Bones 12:40 - Vaginal Hormones: Estrogen vs DHEA 20:51 - Testosterone for Women: Why It Matters 28:41 - Vaginal Dryness & Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause 34:13 - Menopause, Sex, Pain & Low Libido 48:06 - How to Sleep Better During Menopause ----------------- Keywords menopause menopause symptoms menopause treatment menopause 2026 menopause guide menopause advice perimenopause perimenopause symptoms HRT hormone replacement therapy menopause weight gain menopause protein protein for women over 40 menopause muscle loss menopause testosterone testosterone for women vaginal estrogen vaginal hormones vaginal dryness menopause menopause sleep menopause brain fog menopause libido menopause sex menopause osteoporosis menopause bone health menopause nutrition menopause exercise resistance training menopause

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ For more than two decades, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has been surrounded by confusion, conflicting advice and misinformation. Many women assume it's too risky, believe they've left it too late, or think they simply aren't eligible. In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts shares the seven conversations she has with patients almost every week in her consulting room. Drawing on more than 20 years of clinical experience, she explains what HRT actually is, how different types of hormone therapy work, why delivery methods matter, and the myths that continue to stop women from getting the support they need. This isn't about convincing anyone to take HRT. It's about helping women understand their options so they can have better conversations with their healthcare providers and make decisions based on current evidence. Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical, balanced information to help cut through the noise. In this episode you'll learn: 🟢 Why HRT isn't a single treatment and why every prescription should be individualised 🟢 The difference between estrogen, progesterone and testosterone 🟢 Why patches and gels may have different risk profiles than tablets 🟢 Whether you've really "missed the window" to start HRT 🟢 Why there is no fixed age to stop hormone therapy 🟢 The truth about compounded or "natural" hormones 🟢 What testosterone can and can't help with during menopause 🟢 Why many women incorrectly assume they aren't candidates for HRT 🟢 How to prepare for a productive conversation with your doctor If this episode helped you better understand Hormone Replacement Therapy, consider sharing it with someone who may have ruled themselves out years ago. It could be the conversation that changes everything. ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠ www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:18 HRT Isn't One Treatment 01:28 Why Estrogen and Progesterone Matter 02:34 Tablets vs Patches: Does It Change the Risk? 03:38 Is It Too Late to Start HRT? 05:02 Do You Have to Stop HRT After a Few Years? 05:54 The Truth About Compounded Hormones 06:49 Should Women Take Testosterone? 07:45 Stop Ruling Yourself Out of HRT 08:42 Three Questions to Ask Your Doctor About HRT ----------------- Keywords hormone replacement therapy HRT menopause perimenopause HRT risks HRT benefits menopause symptoms women's health estrogen therapy progesterone menopause treatment hot flushes menopause doctor bioidentical hormones testosterone for women transdermal estrogen menopause myths menopause education hormone therapy explained women's hormones midlife health menopause support Dr Shauna Watts

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ ------------------------------------------------ Fear sells, especially when it comes to women's health. One of the biggest claims circulating online is that without Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), your brain will rapidly decline during menopause. But what does the evidence actually say? In this episode of All About You, Dr Sarah McKay, neuroscientist, author of The Women's Brain Book, and Director of the Neuroscience Academy, joins us to separate scientific evidence from social media hype. Together, we unpack the latest research on menopause, dementia risk, HRT, sleep, alcohol, and women's brain health. Sarah explains why current evidence does not support using HRT to prevent dementia, why women appear to have higher dementia rates, and why factors like hearing loss, cardiovascular health, sleep regularity, education, and social connection deserve far more attention. If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this conversation offers a balanced, evidence-based perspective to help you make informed decisions without fear. In this episode you'll learn: ➡️ What the latest research actually says about HRT and dementia ➡️ Why HRT is recommended for symptom relief, not dementia prevention ➡️ Why women are diagnosed with dementia more often than men ➡️ The difference between dementia prevalence and incidence ➡️ What the Women's Health Initiative really found ➡️ Why sleep regularity matters more than total hours slept ➡️ The surprising dementia risk factors most people ignore ➡️ How alcohol affects your brain during midlife ➡️ Why social media often exaggerates women's brain health risks ➡️ What new neuroscience research is revealing about women's brains ➡️ The latest findings on the contraceptive pill and brain health Whether you're considering HRT, looking to protect your brain as you age, or simply want trustworthy information grounded in science, this episode is packed with practical insights and reassuring evidence. ------------- Follow Dr. Sarah McKay https://drsarahmckay.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmmckay/ https://www.instagram.com/drsarahmckay/?hl=en ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 The Biggest HRT Myth 01:00 Does HRT Prevent Dementia? 03:20 What Current Research Really Shows 07:45 Why Scientists Disagree 11:30 Why More Women Have Dementia 16:25 The Lifestyle Risks That Matter Most 20:05 Why Sleep Protects Your Brain 25:20 Alcohol and Brain Health Explained 30:40 New Research on Women's Brains 35:05 The Contraceptive Pill and Brain Health 40:40 Social Media vs Real Science 43:00 Do Babies Leave Cells in Your Brain? 48:05 The Biggest Women's Brain Health Myth 50:20 What Actually Protects Your Brain ----------------- Keywords Hormone Replacement Therapy HRT Menopause Brain Health Dementia Prevention Alzheimer's Prevention Menopause Symptoms Brain Fog Women's Brain Health Dr Sarah McKay Menopause Expert HRT Benefits HRT Risks Menopause Research Women's Health Podcast Dementia Risk Estrogen and Brain Health Perimenopause Sleep and Brain Health Healthy Aging Evidence Based Medicine Women's Health Neuroscience Menopause Education Brain Health Tips Alzheimer's Risk Factors

Menopause doesn't just affect women. It affects relationships too. If you've ever wondered why your partner seems different, this episode explains what's really happening and how you can support her through one of the biggest transitions of her life. In this episode of All About You, Dr. Shauna Watts breaks down menopause, perimenopause and post-menopause from a partner's perspective. In just ten minutes, she explains why these hormonal changes affect far more than periods, and how understanding them can strengthen your relationship instead of creating distance. Whether you're a husband, partner, friend or family member, this conversation will help you better understand the women in your life and support them through one of the most significant health transitions they'll ever experience. In this episode, you'll learn: • The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause • Why hormone changes affect mood, memory and emotions • What causes hot flushes, night sweats and sleep disruption • Why many women experience brain fog and anxiety during menopause • How menopause can impact confidence, work and relationships • The truth about changes in libido and intimacy • Simple ways partners can provide meaningful support • Why patience and understanding make all the difference If this episode helped you better understand menopause, subscribe to All About You for expert conversations that empower you to make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing. ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠ www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 01:55 The Hormone Changes Men Should Know About 03:10 Why Mood Swings Aren't the Whole Story 04:25 Brain Fog, Memory & Mental Load Explained 05:40 Why Sleep Becomes So Difficult During Menopause 06:55 Hot Flushes, Night Sweats & Physical Symptoms 08:15 The Emotional Impact of Menopause on Women 09:35 How Menopause Affects Relationships & Communication 11:05 Changes in Libido and Intimacy Explained 12:30 What Partners Often Get Wrong About Menopause 13:50 How Men Can Better Support Their Partner 15:20 Small Changes That Make a Big Difference 16:45 Building a Stronger Relationship Through Understanding 18:00 Final Advice for Every Husband and Partner -----------------Keywords Menopause Perimenopause Menopause Explained Menopause Symptoms Menopause for Men Menopause Support Understanding Menopause Husbands Guide to Menopause Supporting Your Wife Through Menopause Relationships and Menopause Hormone Changes Perimenopause Symptoms Women's Health Hot Flushes Mood Changes Brain Fog Sleep Problems Hormone Health Dr Shauna Watts All About You Podcast

Join Dr Shauna Watts’ "Now What?" List - https://journey.allaboutyoupod.com/what-next/ Is menopause really making your brain worse, or have we been believing the wrong story? In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts sits down with renowned neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay, author of The Women's Brain Book, to unpack what actually happens to the female brain during perimenopause and menopause. From brain fog and memory changes to anxiety, ADHD diagnoses and hormone therapy, Dr Sarah separates social media myths from the latest neuroscience research. She explains why many women actually reach their cognitive peak during midlife, why emotional regulation improves with age, and how experience becomes one of your brain's greatest strengths. Together, they explore why brain fog happens, how fluctuating estrogen affects the brain, the relationship between hot flushes and anxiety, and what the research really says about protecting your brain health as you age. If you've ever worried that menopause is damaging your brain, this evidence-based conversation will completely change how you think about midlife. Why your brain doesn't peak in your 20s The truth about menopause brain fog How estrogen influences memory, attention and cognition Why many women are diagnosed with ADHD during perimenopause The connection between hot flushes, anxiety and the nervous system Whether hormone therapy can improve brain health What white matter hyperintensities actually mean The biggest lifestyle factors that protect your brain as you age Why hearing loss is an overlooked risk factor for dementia Evidence-based ways to maintain a healthy brain for life Whether you're navigating perimenopause yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand how the female brain changes through midlife, this episode is packed with practical, science-backed insights that every woman should know. If you enjoyed this episode, remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that brain aging isn't the whole story. —------------------- Follow Dr. Sarah McKay https://drsarahmckay.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmmckay/ https://www.instagram.com/drsarahmckay/?hl=en ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts  https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. -----------------Chapters 00:00 Why Your Brain Doesn't Peak at 25 01:15 Meet Neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay 02:25 The Biggest Myths About the Midlife Brain 10:26 What Is Brain Fog, Really? 16:07 Hormones and the Female Brain Explained 24:34 ADHD and Perimenopause: What's Happening? 31:28 Hot Flushes, Anxiety and the Nervous System 36:16 Are Hot Flushes Damaging Your Brain? 43:59 The Best Ways to Protect Your Brain Health 48:46 Hearing Loss and Dementia Risk 53:01 Loneliness, Brain Health and Healthy Aging 55:00 Why Women's Brain Health Needs Better Research ----------------- Keywords Menopause Brain Fog Perimenopause Brain Fog Dr Sarah McKay Women's Brain Health Menopause Symptoms Midlife Brain Brain Health for Women ADHD and Menopause Cognitive Flexibility Hormones and the Brain Estrogen Brain Health Menopause Podcast Women's Health Podcast Neuroscience Perimenopause Symptoms Hot Flushes Brain Fog Explained Women's Hormones Healthy Aging, Longevity Dementia Prevention Brain Health After 40 Women's Cognitive Health Midlife Women's Health Hormone Therapy HRT Memory Problems Menopause Education Women's Brain Book Dr Shauna Watts

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/ You rang the bell. Your chemotherapy is over. Your scans are clear. Everyone tells you to celebrate. So why do so many cancer survivors feel anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted and completely unprepared for what comes next? In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down again with oncologist Dr. Ranjana Srivastava to explore the often-overlooked reality of life after cancer treatment. Together they discuss why many patients struggle most after treatment ends, the emotional weight of survivorship, persistent brain fog, fear of recurrence, body image, relationships, intimacy, quality of life, and why cancer care should never stop when chemotherapy does. This episode is an honest conversation about recovery, resilience and treating the whole person, not just the disease. Whether you're a cancer survivor, supporting someone through recovery, or you're a healthcare professional, this conversation offers practical advice, reassurance and hope. In this episode you'll learn: ➡️ Why many cancer survivors struggle after treatment ends ➡️ How fear of cancer recurrence affects daily life ➡️ The truth about chemotherapy brain fog and cognitive changes ➡️ Why quality of life should be part of every treatment decision ➡️ How hormone therapies can impact physical and emotional wellbeing ➡️ Why patients should never feel guilty about discussing side effects ➡️ How relationships, intimacy and body image change after cancer ➡️ The role of exercise, nutrition and rehabilitation during recovery ➡️ Why every cancer patient deserves personalised care Cancer treatment may end, but healing takes much longer. This episode reminds us that recovery is about far more than surviving. It's about rebuilding a life worth living. If this conversation helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it. ------------- Follow Dr. Ranjana Shrivastava https://ranjanasrivastava.com/ https://au.linkedin.com/in/dr-ranjana-srivastava-oam-1401681b2 ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 01:07 Why life after cancer can be the hardest stage 03:18 Feeling abandoned after chemotherapy ends 05:18 Body image, relationships and life after cancer 08:02 Brain fog after chemotherapy explained 13:49 Why patients shouldn't suffer in silence 16:52 Cancer survivors don't have to be grateful all the time 20:18 Understanding treatment risks and quality of life 23:20 Scan anxiety and living with uncertainty 31:07 Why doctors avoid saying "you're cured" 35:10 The hidden mental health struggles after cancer 37:52 Intimacy, relationships and sexual health after treatment 42:00 Exercise, nutrition and recovery after cancer 46:07 Building the ideal cancer support team 50:29 Three lessons every cancer survivor should hear ----------------- Keywords Life After Cancer Cancer Recovery Cancer Survivorship Cancer Survivor Support Life After Chemotherapy Recovering From Cancer Cancer Recovery Journey Fear of Cancer Recurrence Scanxiety Chemo Brain Brain Fog After Chemotherapy Emotional Recovery After Cancer Mental Health After Cancer Quality of Life After Cancer Breast Cancer Recovery Cancer Rehabilitation Cancer Treatment Side Effects Life After Cancer Treatment Cancer Patient Support Cancer Survivor Journey

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/ If you're a woman over 35, this may be one of the most important conversations you'll ever hear. Orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins Dr. Shauna Watts to explain why menopause affects far more than hot flushes. From muscle loss and osteoporosis to joint pain, heart health and cognitive decline, declining estrogen impacts nearly every system in the body. Dr. Wright shares the science behind why women become frail as they age, why strength training is one of the most powerful forms of medicine, and how hormone therapy may help protect long-term health when used appropriately. Whether you're approaching perimenopause, already post-menopausal, or simply want to age stronger, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice that could change the way you think about your future. In this episode we discuss: ➡️ The connection between menopause and joint pain ➡️Frozen shoulder and musculoskeletal syndrome explained ➡️How menopause accelerates bone and muscle loss ➡️Osteoporosis, osteopenia and why fractures become so dangerous ➡️The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) ➡️Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone explained ➡️Why protein becomes essential during menopause ➡️Anti-inflammatory nutrition for healthy aging ➡️Supplements for bone health, including vitamin D and calcium ➡️How to reduce your risk of frailty and maintain independence as you age One of Dr. Wright's most powerful messages is that frailty isn't an inevitable part of aging. With the right knowledge and daily habits, women can build stronger bones, preserve muscle, protect their health and dramatically improve their quality of life. If this episode helped you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs to hear this conversation. Follow Dr. Vonda Wright https://www.drvondawright.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/?hl=en https://fl.hughston.com/providers/wright/ https://www.youtube.com/@vondawright ------------- Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247 Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. ----------------- Chapters 00:00 Why Women Become Frail 02:13 Meet Dr. Vonda Wright 05:23 Why Menopause Causes Joint Pain 09:32 Making Your Estrogen Decision 13:21 Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone Explained 16:34 Building Muscle During Menopause 19:22 The Best Exercise Plan After 40 26:11 Weighted Vests & Bone Health 27:02 When Should You Get a DEXA Scan? 31:13 Can Osteoporosis Be Reversed? 33:22 Calcium, Vitamin D & Supplements 35:22 Changing the Way Doctors Treat Menopause 39:10 The Most Important Message for Women 42:09 Advice to Her Younger Self ----------------- Keywords menopause perimenopause Dr Vonda Wright menopause symptoms hormone replacement therapy HRT estrogen bone health osteoporosis muscle loss strength training for women menopause fitness longevity women's health healthy aging frozen shoulder menopause menopause joint pain osteopenia bone density DEXA scan sarcopenia menopause exercise anti-inflammatory diet protein intake for women testosterone for women progesterone healthy aging for women preventing frailty women's longevity menopause doctor