Join us as we delve into the world of peri and post menopause, uncovering the secrets to optimizing and upgrading this transformative phase of life. Hosted by gerontologist & biohacker Zora Benhamou, this podcast cuts through the noise, providing valuable information for women navigating menopause. Our guest experts, hailing from all corners of the globe, share their insights on menopause, hormones, and longevity. Get ready to hack menopause and make it the smoothest, most empowering chapter of your life!
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Why You May Feel Worse On HRT And What To Do About It - Zora Benhamou
Friday, November 14, 2025 • Duration 32:55
I'm answering your real-life menopause questions straight from the YouTube comments. If you've ever wondered which hormone helps with vaginal dryness, why progesterone can make your heart race, or how to test estrogen metabolism without spending a fortune, this episode is for you.
We cover:
Vaginal dryness and which type of estradiol works best locally vs systemically
Headaches from estrogen patches and how to adjust your dose or delivery
Heart palpitations with progesterone and what to do if symptoms worsen
Progesterone intolerance and why some women sleep worse instead of better
Breast tenderness on Oestrogel and how to find your optimal dose for long-term bone, brain, and heart protection
Estrogen metabolite testing and DUTCH test alternatives
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Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
Menopause & Type 1 Diabetics: HRT, Testing, and Blood Sugar Control- Melissa Slemp
Monday, November 10, 2025 • Duration 01:07:19
Do you live with type 1 diabetes and finding that menopause is different for you? Or do you just want to learn more about the differences of type 1 and type 2? Then this episode is for you.
Today's guest, Melissa Slemp, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was only 14 years old back in 1982, when managing the condition looked very different. After decades of navigating blood sugar highs and lows, and then later entering perimenopause, Melissa began noticing massive shifts in how her hormones affected her insulin needs, energy, and mood.
Now, she's on a mission to change the conversation for women like her who are trying to manage both diabetes and menopause.
We cover:
Melissa's type 1 diabetes diagnosis story and what management looked like in the early 80s
The key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Why menopause can totally wreak havoc on blood sugar regulation
How hormonal fluctuations impact insulin needs and energy levels…and diabetics can witness this with their own eyes, just looking at their data and insulin needs.
We talked about the role of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in improving glucose control and how it's different for those with type 1
Melissa Slemp is a functional health coach, host of the podcast Type 1 in Midlife, and advocate for women with type 1 diabetes navigating the complexities of hormonal change. She helps women regain stability, energy, and confidence through a holistic approach that combines lifestyle, nutrition, and bioidentical hormone therapy.
Podcast: Type 1 In Midlife Podcast - https://type1inmidlife.com
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Menopause Doctor's 6 Most Important Tests, Sleep Hacks & Perimenopause Motherhood - Dr. Mariza Snyder
Friday, October 10, 2025 • Duration 58:29
Is your metabolism stuck in perimenopause? If you're feeling sluggish, moody, or like your body just isn't responding the way it used to, you're not alone. In this episode, I sit down again with one of my favorite girlfriends in this space, Dr. Mariza Snyder, to talk about five ways you can reset your perimenopausal (and postmenopausal) self so you can move through this phase with power and grace.
Mariza always brings the fun, the science, and the real-life perspective, because she's not just a doctor, she's also navigating menopause herself…with a 5-year-old at home! (Hero status.)
We cover:
Why mindset, movement, nutrition, and yes…snacks…play such a big role in your metabolic reset
Simple sleep hacks that actually work (and don't involve giving up everything you love)
The real kind of self-care that matters in midlife (hint: it's not just an Epsom salt bath)
The six most important labs every woman should get in midlife to reclaim her energy and protect her metabolic health
The messy, funny, very real side of balancing it all: motherhood, menopause, and your own health
Dr. Mariza Snyder is a powerhouse advocate for midlife women, leveraging 17+ years as a practitioner, author, and speaker to spark a massive movement for women in perimenopause and beyond. With her top-rated Energized with Dr. Mariza podcast (13 million downloads) and a passionate social media audience of over 400K and 8 million monthly views, she's a trusted guide—offering science-backed solutions for perimenopause, and metabolic health.
Her upcoming book, The Perimenopause Revolution (October 2025), is the ultimate resource for women ready to take charge of their health and embrace perimenopause with resilience and confidence.
Offsetting Meals, Alcohol and Stress With New Biohacks - Zora Benhamou
Friday, November 29, 2024 • Duration 32:52
Join gerontologist Zora Benhamou to pick up new and unique hacks this holiday season to offset damage from overeating, over drinking and over stressing. Learn what we can do pre-meal and pre-travel to improve immune and gut function to keep the holidays happy and healthy.
What Breast Cancer Surgeons Don't Tell You - Dr. Jenn Simmons
Monday, November 25, 2024 • Duration 01:20:03
A visionary breast cancer surgeon turned integrative oncologist, Dr. Jenn Simmons is redefining the landscape of breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Her groundbreaking approach combines:
• Safe, pain-free, and accurate breast screening • Pioneering use of bioidentical hormone replacement for breast cancer patients • A mission to eliminate over-imaging, over-biopsy, over-diagnosis, and over-treatment
Dr. Simmons empowers women to reclaim their hormonal health and embrace a life worth living. Her innovative methods not only save lives but also preserve quality of life, offering hope and vitality to those facing breast cancer.
Author of the bestselling book "The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer," Dr. Simmons provides an invaluable resource for anyone navigating a breast cancer diagnosis. This comprehensive guide offers expert insights and compassionate support to patients and their loved ones.
54 Year Strong In Perimenopause, HRT Routine and How I Biohack Menopause
Friday, November 22, 2024 • Duration 38:57
Join gerontologist Zora Benhamou on her personal journey from pre-menopause into late perimenopause. At 54, Zora still has a cycle and has been biohacking her journey through the perimenopause with success. Learn her techniques and discover what she learned from interviewing 230+ guests on menopause and longevity.
Comparing Essential Amino Acids, BCAAs & Protein Powders For Muscle & Repair - Angelo Keely
Monday, November 18, 2024 • Duration 01:03:34
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Today we meet Angelo Keely to discuss the importance of protein and amino acids for women and longevity. EEAs (Essential Amino Acids) are the most important for building muscle, healthy aging and just about every function in our body.
Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion. He leads the supplement and functional food company Kion, dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions.
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Exosomes vs Stem Cells For Joints, Skin and Hair - Dr. Sandra Kaufmann
Friday, November 15, 2024 • Duration 52:01
Dr. Sandra Kaufmann started her career in the field of cellular biology. She got her Master's Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. And then she turned to medicine, and got a medical Degree at the University of Maryland. And for the last nearly decade she has been the Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Florida. Everyone in the biohacking world knows Dr. Kaufmann and outside of this world she's been recognized as "Best in Medicine" by the American Health Council.
Today we are taking a deep dive into Dr. Kaufmann's latest passion - exosomes - and what we need to know about them during our menopause transition.
233. Low vs High Dose Menopause Hormone Therapy - Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps
Monday, November 11, 2024 • Duration 47:58
Maria Claps is an FDN practitioner (Functional Diagnostic Nutrition), and Kristin Johnson is an NTP (Nutritional Therapy Practitioner's Training) Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition.
They discovered that when they combine both individualized nutrition AND lifestyle changes tailored to a midlife woman's needs that includes mindset coaching, lab testing and hormone replacement therapy education, it's a magic recipe that helps women thrive so that they can stop, reverse or prevent their health from spinning out of control.
Together they wrote their first baby book "The Great Menopause Myth", which I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of before the interview. And it's great. It will be one of my bibles to refer to over and over again.
232. New Peptide Kills Senescent Skin Cells & Is The Most Effective For Menopause Skin - Alessandra Zonari
Friday, November 8, 2024 • Duration 01:02:05
Alessandra Zonari, PhD is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at OneSkin, but she isn't your typical scientist. She's a visionary with a passion for longevity, skin regeneration, and the occasional karaoke jam. After earning a degree in stem cell biology, and a doctorate in skin regeneration and tissue engineering, Alessandra joined OneSkin in 2017 as a founding member and Chief Scientific Officer. Her contributions include 20+ papers, 3 patents, and the development of their proprietary OS-01 peptide.
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For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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