GLP-1 medications and peptides are everywhere right now - but the conversation around them has become loud, polarized, and often missing context.

In this episode, I share why I intentionally waited to talk about GLP-1s, how I think about them through a functional and midlife lens, and why tools like peptides or hormones can't replace foundational health work.

This is a grounded, non-shaming conversation for women who want clarity (not hype) when it comes to weight, metabolism, muscle, and long-term health after 40.

You'll learn:

• What GLP-1s and peptides are - and why they've become so popular
• Why I'm neither "for" nor "against" GLP-1s, especially in perimenopause
• The real risks of rapid weight loss without protein and strength training
• What women on GLP-1s need to prioritize: muscle, nutrition, gut health, and nervous system support
• Why no medication or peptide replaces lifestyle, hormones, and metabolic context

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What really happens to sex in midlife - and why do so many women feel like their desire disappears overnight?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Maria Sophocles, a leading menopause expert and author of The Bedroom Gap, to break down the truth about libido, hormones, and what's actually driving sexual burnout in perimenopause and beyond.

We get into the physical, emotional, and relationship factors that impact desire, and most importantly, what you can do to feel like yourself again.

• Why so many women lose interest in sex during perimenopause (it's not just hormones)
• How the "Bedroom Gap" creates tension in relationships after 40
• The role of estrogen, vaginal health, and why pain during sex is often ignored
• Efficacy and safety of hormone replacement therapy to help libido
• How to talk to your partner about the changes you're experiencing
• Simple, realistic ways to rebuild desire, intimacy, and connection

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If you're feeling anxious, exhausted, gaining weight, and like nothing is working anymore, this episode is for you. These symptoms aren't just about hormones; they're often signs of a dysregulated nervous system. In this episode, Functional Health & Integrative Nutrition Coach Claudia Petrilli, breaks down how your nervous system impacts hormones, metabolism, sleep, mood, and more during perimenopause.

You'll learn why so many women over 40 feel stuck in survival mode and what you can start doing right now to calm your nervous system, reclaim your energy, and feel like yourself again.

• Why your nervous system matters more than ever in midlife
• How chronic stress affects cortisol, thyroid, estrogen, and progesterone
• Why feeling "tired but wired" is a sign your body is stuck in fight-or-flight
• How trauma wires your system for stress
• What a healthy cortisol rhythm should look like (and how to support it)
• 5 simple ways to regulate your nervous system today

Feeling more tired, anxious, or irritable in your 40s—but still pushing through like you always have? In this episode, Claudia shares why the "hustle mode" that may have worked in your 30s starts to backfire in perimenopause–and what to do instead.

She opens up about the personal changes she's made to her daily and weekly rhythm, and walks you through 5 simple, doable practices to help you preserve energy, regulate your nervous system, and feel more like yourself again.

This isn't about doing nothing. It's about moving through life with intention, clarity, and ease, especially in a body that's changing.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why women in their 40s become more stress-sensitive
• How pushing through, over-scheduling, and constant "doing" impacts your symptoms
• Real-life shifts Claudia made to stop burning herself out (and how you can too)
• 5 simple practices to reduce anxiety, feel more grounded, and prioritize what matters
• How pleasure, nature, and movement support hormonal health in midlife
• A reframe on slowing down as a strategy for productivity and well-being

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Discover why undereating after 40 wrecks your hormones, thyroid, and metabolism—and how to finally fuel your body for better energy, sleep, and mood.

Are you undereating without even realizing it? In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia gets real about one of the most common habits sabotaging women's health after 40. If you've been struggling with fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, stubborn weight, or poor sleep, your diet—not just your hormones—might be the missing piece. Tune in to learn:

• Why undereating slows your thyroid and metabolism

• How skipping meals and relying on coffee alone can mess with your hormones

• The link between under-fueling, blood sugar swings, and insulin resistance (even if you're thin)

• Why many women lose their appetite in the morning (hint: cortisol + burnout)

• Simple, efficient meal prep tips to fuel your body with real food

• Claudia's favorite quick protein options

Stop trying to supplement or test your way out of an underfed body; this episode is your wake-up call!

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In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're diving deep into cortisol, the stress hormone that plays a significant role in our health, especially for women over 40.

If you've been feeling exhausted, anxious, or wired at night, it's time to understand what might be going on with your cortisol levels.

Cortisol can become dysregulated during perimenopause, making stress management even more crucial, as your body's hormonal landscape shifts. Tune in to learn how to support your cortisol, manage stress, and feel your best during this transitional phase of life.

• What cortisol is and why it's essential for your survival
• How chronic stress and hormone fluctuations in perimenopause can disrupt cortisol
• Why cortisol testing may not give you the full picture and the symptoms to recognize
• The impact of poor sleep, blood sugar imbalance, and stress on your cortisol levels
• Simple, actionable tips to support your nervous system and optimize circadian rhythm
• Why trauma and feeling unsafe in your body can cause cortisol issues and how to heal

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Today marks our 100th episode! I'm sharing the biggest lessons I've learned - personally and professionally - about health, hormones, and thriving after 40.

This episode isn't about supplements or the best HRT protocol; it's about why midlife health requires a different approach - one that requires you to do less, not more.

If you've felt confused or frustrated with your body in this season, this conversation will bring you clarity.

In this episode, we cover:

• The hidden cost of overworking and over-functioning in midlife

• Why chronic stress and relationship dynamics affect physical symptoms

• How supplement stacking and excessive testing can distract from deeper work

• Why midlife health requires boundaries and nervous system support

• The shift from optimization to intention and why doing less often works better

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In this episode, we're talking about one of the most overlooked drivers of how women feel in midlife and perimenopause: boundaries.

Not just saying "no", but protecting your mental space, stress load, time, and nervous system in a world that constantly demands your attention.

If you've been feeling more overwhelmed, more reactive, more exhausted, or less tolerant of noise and chaos, this conversation will likely resonate.

We covered:

• Why stress and overstimulation hit differently after 40
• How lack of boundaries can worsen perimenopause symptoms
• The hidden cost of constant information consumption & social media
• Why energy depletion often mimics hormone problems
• How to reassess what's truly worth your time and attention

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