Max Lugavere

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What's going on, everybody?

It's episode 551 of The Genius Life.

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What's going on, everybody?

Welcome back to The Genius Life.

I'm your host, Max Lugavere.

Today's episode tackles a topic that affects half the population and yet remains wildly under-discussed, under-recognized, and often misunderstood, perimenopause.

What's crucial to understand is that this isn't just a brief prelude to menopause or a handful of hot flashes.

It can begin years earlier than most women expect and bring a cascade of subtle but powerful changes from sleep disruption and mood shifts to

to rising blood sugar, stubborn weight gain, muscle loss, and that frustrating sense of not feeling like yourself anymore.

In this conversation with Dr. Marisa Snyder, we break down how to recognize the early signs, why there's no single test that diagnoses it, and the most effective strategies to navigate this transition with your health and sanity intact.

We also get into one of the most talked about and controversial topics in women's health today, hormone replacement therapy, what the latest evidence actually suggests, and how women can advocate for themselves if they're struggling.

If you're a woman approaching midlife, love someone who is, or simply want to better understand what millions of women experience during this phase of life, this episode is essential listening.

Listen all the way through to the end.

You're not going to want to miss a beat.

And as always, don't forget to share this episode with friends and loved ones who may benefit from it.

And if you enjoy the show, be sure to follow, subscribe, and leave a rating and review.

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Now, with all that out of the way, here's episode 551.