Women in your 30âs and beyond, listen up! Each week, we answer those uncomfortable questions you want to ask but never have. With the help of the most renowned holistic, fitness, wellness, hormone and emotional well-being specialists, you will have all the latest information. We will break down the myth of products in the billion dollar menopause and perimenopause industry and tell you what is over-hyped or what would change your life!
Iâm Dr Jila - an OBGYN and women's health expert and this is my podcast. Join us in the journey to reclaim our health and make educated and empowered choices!
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Sammy Tejada Explains Why Preventative Medicine Is Key to Extending Healthspan
Thursday, August 20, 2026 ⢠Duration 41:03
What happens when a firefighter-paramedic realizes that reactive healthcare is failing patients?
In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila is joined by Sammy Tejadaâformer firefighter-paramedic, founder and CEO of Liquid Vita, chairman of the American IV Association, and author of How to Win in Modern Wellnessâto explore the shift from emergency response to proactive longevity.
Sammy shares his story of working in emergency medicine while drawing blood for pioneering longevity doctors, noticing a stark contrast between patients trapped in chronic disease and those actively reversing decline through functional medicine. Together, Dr. Jila and Sammy discuss why comprehensive diagnostics (like DEXA scans and resting metabolic rate tests) are critical for midlife health, how microdosing GLP-1s can preserve vital muscle mass, and why women deserve personalized, data-driven proactive care. Sammy also opens up about his daily biohacking and morning routine, setting healthy business boundaries, and why data is the ultimate tool for optimizing healthspan.
In this episode, youâll learn:
From Emergency Medicine to Longevity: How witnessing chronic disease from the back of an ambulance inspired Sammy to build Liquid Vita.
Shifting the Paradigm in Women's Health: Why modern longevity care must move beyond male-centric models to focus on midlife hormonal health and preventative testing.
A Smart Approach to GLP-1s: Why tracking lean muscle mass with DEXA scans, microdosing, and prioritizing strength training prevents weight loss counter-productivity.
The Power of Diagnostics: Why regular comprehensive blood work, hormone panels, and metabolic testing provide the true baseline for preventative health.
Standardizing IV Therapy: How the American IV Association is driving safety, compliance, and clinical evidence in the vitamin infusion space.
Sammyâs Daily Biohacking Routine: Inside his morning sunlight exposure, rucking, peptides, vagus nerve stimulation, and sleep optimization strategies.
Rapid-Fire Takeaways: Sammy's top longevity habit for women under 40, his view on overhyped diets, and the book every entrepreneur should read.
Connect & Resources Mentioned:
Learn More About Liquid Vita: Visit liquidvita.com
Book: How to Win in Modern Wellness by Sammy Tejada
Industry Event: Learn about the VIBE Conference at americaniv.com
Connect with Sammy Tejada: Visit sammytejada.com or search "Sammy Tejada" across social platforms
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Giselle Orentas Explains How Tuning Into Your Body Can Transform Hormonal Health
Thursday, August 13, 2026 ⢠Duration 47:07
What does it truly mean to listen to your body, advocate for yourself, and embrace reinvention in midlife?
In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila sits down with health coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Balangy, Giselle Orentas, for an intimate, vulnerable conversation on navigating health challenges, life transitions, and holistic wellness.
Giselle opens up about her personal evolutionâfrom working in construction equipment sales in her 20s to overcoming hormonal migraines, ovarian cysts, and navigating life after divorce. Together, Dr. Jila and Giselle explore why symptoms are your body's way of communicating rather than something to fix, how natural modalities like wild yam cream can support hormonal shifts, and why midlife is a powerful window for self-advocacy and personal growth. They also discuss blending motherhood with entrepreneurship and redefining what balance actually looks like in daily life.
In this episode, youâll learn:
Listening to Body Signals: Why symptoms like PMS, cysts, and hormonal migraines are your body's communication systemânot a flaw to be fixed.
Self-Advocacy in Healthcare: How asking questions, seeking second opinions, and exploring holistic options empowers women to take charge of their care.
Natural Support for Hormones: The science and personal experience behind using wild yam cream (a natural phytoestrogen) for PMS and hormonal support.
Reinvention in Midlife: How navigating major life shiftsâlike divorce or career changesâcan serve as a powerful catalyst for personal growth and business building.
Blending Motherhood and Ambition: A realistic, honest look at finding "balance" by integrating family life with entrepreneurship.
Rapid-Fire Insights: Giselle's go-to morning wellness ritual, her favorite free form of self-care, and what balance means to her.
Connect & Resources Mentioned:
Follow Giselle Orentas: Instagram (@giselle.orentas)
Explore Balangy: Visit gisellebalangy.com
Substack: Read Giselle's publication, Balance
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Dr. Joey Munoz Is Cutting Through the Noise to Simplify Nutrition
Friday, August 7, 2026 ⢠Duration 57:14
Why does nutrition and fitness feel more confusing now than ever before? In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila sits down with clinical nutritionist Dr. Joey Munoz to cut through the social media noise, debunk modern diet myths, and simplify what it actually takes to build a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.
Together, Dr. Jila and Dr. Joey unpack why restricting whole food groups backfires, why midlife women must prioritize strength training over restrictive dieting, and how focusing on muscle mass rather than the number on the scale protects long-term metabolic health. They also take an evidence-based, nuanced look at GLP-1 medicationsâexploring their benefits, their limitations, and why building foundational lifestyle habits remains essential for lasting results.
The Root of Nutrition Confusion: How social media algorithms reward extreme claims over nuanced, science-backed truth.
Common Diet Myths Debunked: Why cutting out whole food groups (like vegetables, dairy, or carbohydrates) can do more harm than good.
Body Composition vs. Weight Loss: Why preserving lean muscle mass is the key to protecting your metabolismâespecially through perimenopause and post-menopause.
The Fundamentals of Sustainable Health: How to build a strong nutrition foundation using protein, fiber, meal structure, and the 80/20 rule.
A Balanced Take on GLP-1s: What weight loss medications can (and canât) do, and how to avoid sacrificing muscle health.
Evidence-Backed Supplements: Which daily supplements are actually supported by research and which ones are just clever marketing.
Connect & Resources Mentioned:
Follow Dr. Joey Munoz: Instagram (â @dr.joeymunozâ ) | YouTube & Podcast (The Dr. Joey Munoz Show)
Learn More & Work with Dr. Joey: Visit â Strong Standardâ
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Dr. Majid Fotuhi Explains How Neuroplasticity Allows Us to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline
Friday, August 7, 2026 ⢠Duration 39:28
Is brain fog or memory loss an inevitable part of aging, or can we actively rewire and strengthen our brains as we get older?
In this episode of Her Time, Her Health, Dr. Jila is joined by world-renowned neurologist and neuroscientist Dr. Majid Fotuhi, author of The Invincible Brain, to discuss the remarkable power of neuroplasticity and proactive brain health.
Together, Dr. Jila and Dr. Fotuhi break down the five science-backed pillars of cognitive longevityâexercise, sleep, nutrition, stress reduction, and brain training. They explore why brain shrinkage actually begins in our 30s and 40s, how midlife hormonal shifts contribute to brain fog, and why lifestyle interventions like vigorous aerobic exercise can physically expand the hippocampus. Dr. Fotuhi also clarifies the difference between normal age-related memory decline and clinical dementia, offering an optimistic, evidence-based roadmap for keeping your mind sharp at any age.
In this episode, youâll learn:
The Power of Neuroplasticity: How your brain can form new synapses and physically grow new neurons well into your 70s, 80s, and beyond.
The Five Pillars of Brain Health: The most essential, non-debatable lifestyle interventions for lifelong cognitive sharpness.
When Brain Aging Begins: Why microscopic structural changes start as early as your 30s and why midlife is the critical window for prevention.
Brain Fog vs. Dementia: Reassuring insights into perimenopausal brain fog, hormone replacement therapy, and the difference between general cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.
Nutrition for Cognitive Vitality: Why processed junk foods shrink the brain and how high-fiber diets produce neuroprotective short-chain fatty acids.
The Most Potent Brain Intervention: Why vigorous aerobic exercise stimulates BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) to grow memory centers faster than any supplement.
Understanding Biomarkers: The science behind the p-tau 217 blood test and what the next decade holds for Alzheimer's prevention and treatment.
Connect & Resources Mentioned:
Book: The Invincible Brain: The Clinically Proven Plan to Age-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp for Life by Dr. Majid Fotuhi
App: Download The Invincible Brain app for cognitive assessments and personalized brain training
Connect with Dr. Fotuhi: Visit drfotuhi.com or follow him on Instagram (@dr_fotuhi) and LinkedIn
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Cynthia Thurlow Reveals How Chronic Stress Ages Our Ovaries and Damages the Gut
Thursday, July 23, 2026 ⢠Duration 18:47
Your gut health is THE missing piece in your menopause
journey.
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Dr. Cynthia Thurlow breaks down what's really happening when estrogen
declines, and it's SO much more than just bloating! đ
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As estrogen drops:
⢠Your gut barrier weakens (hello autoimmune risk!)
⢠Insulin sensitivity decreases
⢠You produce less stomach acid & digestive enzymes
⢠Bile production changes (fat breakdown struggles)
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What you can do NOW:
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â Prioritize 7-8
hours quality sleep
â Focus on stress
management (it rewires your nervous system!)
â Eat protein-centric
with 25-30g fiber daily
â Strength train >
chronic cardio
â Support your vagus
nerve
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The truth? Weight gain is NOT an inevitable part of aging when you
understand what's happening beneath the surface.
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Which of these strategies are you implementing first? đ
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Dr. Natalie Crawford is Helping Women Take Control of Their Fertility
Thursday, July 16, 2026 ⢠Duration 38:35
When you think infertility is just bad luck... think again đŻ
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Dr. Natalie Crawford drops truth bombs about what REALLY affects your
fertility (and it's not what you've been told).
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Here's what most women don't know:
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⨠You have WAY more control than you think
đŹ Inflammation is the silent enemy affecting egg quality, ovulation, and even when you'll hit menopause
â° You shouldn't have to FAIL first to get care
đŞ Those 60 days before ovulation? Game-changing window for improving fertility
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The mind-blowing part? Insulin resistance affects fertility even if you
don't have diabetes. Your metabolic health, sleep, stress, and toxin exposure
are all playing roles in your ability to conceive.
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And that AMH test doctors won't order? You DESERVE that information
about your egg count - whether you're trying now or planning for the future.
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Stop waiting until something's wrong. Your fertility is a health
marker, and knowledge is power đŤ
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Have you ever felt dismissed when asking about your fertility? Drop a đââď¸
below.
More from Dr. Jila:
Website: https://www.jilamd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjilasenemar/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jila-senemar-md-0ab42783/
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Dr. Rachel Goldman is Helping Women Break Free from Stress
Thursday, July 9, 2026 ⢠Duration 25:32
When stress hits, it's not about what happens, it's about HOW
you respond.
Dr. Rachel Goldman breaks down why high-performing women are stuck in
the cycle of "I know what to do, but I can't do it" đ
The truth? You don't need to overhaul your entire life. You need:
⢠A PAUSE before you react đ
⢠Moments (not hours)
for yourself â°
⢠To ditch the "shoulds" and ask what YOU actually want đŞ
⢠Flexibility over perfection đ
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Self-care isn't selfishâit's saying "me too" â¤ď¸
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You can't control life, but you CAN control your response. And that
changes everything .
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What's ONE unhelpful thought pattern you're ready to let go of? Drop it
below đ
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Website: https://www.jilamd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjilasenemar/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jila-senemar-md-0ab42783/
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The Business of Better Women's Healthcare with Dr. Somi Javaid
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 ⢠Duration 30:44
NEVER GIVE UP YOUR CEO SEAT
Dr. Somi Javaid just dropped the REAL truth about raising $40M, selling her company, and what she'd do differently đ°
Here's what 10+ years of building in women's health taught her:
⨠Stay scrappy & self-funded as LONG as possible
⨠Pick investors like life partners (because they are)
⨠Healthcare needs providers + VCs + patients TOGETHER
⨠The lonely truth? Leadership can be isolating AF
⨠Nobody knows your business better than YOU
The biggest regret? Giving up her CEO seat when she became CMO đ
From raising capital as part of the 0.4% of WOC securing VC funding to successfully exiting HerMD - this conversation is for every founder who thinks they need to sacrifice control to scale.
Your mission. Your vision. Your voice. Don't give that up. đŞ
What's ONE thing you're not willing to compromise on in your career? Drop it below đ
More from Dr. Jila:
Website: https://www.jilamd.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjilasenemar/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jila-senemar-md-0ab42783/
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Building Muscle to Optimize Your Health with Professor Stuart Phillips
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 ⢠Duration 57:14
Building and maintaining muscle is one of the best preventative health measures we have available to us. Today, Professor Stuart Phillips joins us to break down the best ways to build muscle and how muscle mass plays into women's health in midlife.Â
As a professor of kinesiology at McMaster University, Professor Phillips brings a wealth of knowledge to todayâs conversation. We cover everything from recommended daily protein intake to the real science behind resistance training. Stuart also offers his insight on peptides, and why listeners might want to exercise caution with peptides that arenât medically cleared. If youâve been looking for a sing to pick up those dumbbells, this is it!
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Instagram:Â @drjilasenemarÂ
LinkedIn:Â Jila MeyerÂ
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Karen Geiger is Teaching Women how to Rewrite their Narratives
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 ⢠Duration 40:23
Karen Geiger is a speech language pathologist, therapeutic journaling facilitator, and mindful writing teacher. Today, she joins Dr. Jila to discuss the power of journaling and reclaiming narratives. Â
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Karenâs journey started when she led a writing program at cancer center that opened her eyes to the power of therapeutic journaling. Karenâs work focuses on the overlooked aspects of mid-life like menopause and perimenopause. Medical intervention is so important, but so is making sure women maintain an empowered mindset. Journaling and storytelling are so impactful, and Karen is helping women shift from âwhat now?â to âwhy not?â
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Learn more about Karen on karenfgeiger.com Â
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Instagram:Â @drjilasenemarÂ
LinkedIn:Â Jila MeyerÂ
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