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Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

Zora Benhamou
Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade
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  • Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

    Why Most Health Hacks Fail In Midlife: Nervous System Reset - Becca Holland

    06/04/2026 | 45 mins.
    Have you ever tried to get your sleep routine on, sort out your hormones, and curb your cravings… and felt like none of it sticks?
    What if the real issue isn't your discipline, your diet, or your willpower… but your nervous system?
    We cover:
    What is nervous system regulation and why it's the foundation in menopause

    How your nervous system acts like a "lens" that changes how you see the world, from threat to safety

    The three "no-nos" that aren't discipline problems, they're stress responses

    The danger of rigid wellness routines for women, and how to create cyclical, physiology-friendly habits

    How "strategic discomfort" and novelty expand your window of tolerance and build resilience

     
    Becca Holland is an Irish health coach and founder of Health with Holland. Her work focuses on helping women regulate their nervous systems through practical, science-backed strategies, including blood sugar balancing nutrition, lymphatic support, mindset shifts, and daily regulation tools. Becca shares clear, actionable guidance with a global audience of nearly 3 million across social media platforms. She also hosts The Becca Holland Show, where she interviews experts and translates research into real-life tools to help women feel calmer, sleep better, and break free from chronic stress.
    RRR Programme - https://healthwithholland.com/coaching/
    Contact Becca Holland:
    E-mail: [email protected]
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthwithholland/ 
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092451216486
    Tiktok: @healthwithholland
    Podcast: The Becca Holland Show https://open.spotify.com/show/3pMJYvFPxa0uKd3ByR0k4u
     
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    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
    Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
    Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
    Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
    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.
  • Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

    Leading Cardiologist Shares The Tests That Matter Most in Midlife - Dr Abid Husain

    03/04/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
    Has your doctor told you your cholesterol is "too high" and it's time to take a statin, but you're other markers are squeaky clean, you're living a healthy diet and lifestyle, stress is under control, so you're a little skeptical why you're offered medication based on one number alone?
    We cover:
    Why atherosclerosis is a silent, decades-long process, and why symptoms often appear far too late

    How menopause changes the vascular landscape, nitric oxide, inflammation, and microvascular risk

    The difference between a calcium score and a CCTA with contrast, and which type of plaque matters

    The blood markers that matter more than total cholesterol

    The biggest myths in women's heart health

    Trained in conventional cardiology, Dr. Husain recognized early the limits of reactive medicine. That insight led him to pursue advanced training in preventive, functional, hormonal, and cellular-based therapies, integrating these disciplines into a deeply individualized approach to cardiovascular care. Beyond the clinic, he serves as an educator and scientific advisor, helping clinicians and organizations rethink how we assess cardiovascular risk, resilience, and overall long-term health. He is also a multi-sport athlete, artist, and lifelong learner, because he believes true health is not just measured in years lived, but in vitality, creativity, and meaning.
    Available to see new patients at Boulder Longevity Institute: https://boulderlongevity.com/about
    Upcoming Vascular medicine & Cardiology Health course for practitioners available at Next Generation Medicine https://www.nextgenerationmedicine.co/
    Contact Dr. Abid Husain
    Instagram: @dr_abidhusain
    Facebook: @abid.husain.7712
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/abid-husain-md-facc-abaarm-00874419
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorAbidHusain
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    Join the Hack My Age community on:
    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
    Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
    Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
    Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
    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.
  • Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

    Can You Build Bone in Your Sleep? Stress And Recovery For Better Bones - Zora Benhamou

    30/03/2026 | 28 mins.
    Are you doing all the right things, lifting weights, eating well, taking supplements, even taking hormones… but still not seeing improvements in your bone health?
    Have you ever wondered if the hamster wheel you're living on - all the stress and the horrible sleep, and how that could be affecting your bones?
    We cover:
    How chronic stress and cortisol affect bone health

    Why type of sleep that's essential for bone repair and remodeling

    The connection between recovery, hormones, and bone strength

    The "midlife trap" that accelerates bone loss

    Simple strategies to improve sleep, stress, and recovery for stronger bones

    Mollie Eastman Sleep Apnea Episode
    Free Bone Masterclass: https://youtu.be/VPZXwHhs9GY
    Mini Bone Guide: https://hackmyage.com/the-bone-force-guide/
    Bone Nutrition Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bglKhyyDhH1t8D58mJstFIDabMI3GwXG/view?usp=sharing
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    Join the Hack My Age community on:
    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
    Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
    Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
    Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/
    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.
  • Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

    Did HRT Cause My Fibroids? Adenomyosis and the HRT–GLP-1 Connection - Esther Blum

    27/03/2026 | 55 mins.
    Have you been told by your doctor that "your labs are normal" and everything is fine, but you still feel like garbage? And things are just not adding up. You're feeling dismissed, stressed and/or confused about what your body truly needs in perimenopause and menopause…then this episode is for you.
    We cover:
    Why menopause care is failing women, and how to stop medical gaslighting in its tracks

    The truth about fueling in midlife, including how many calories we really need

    Why early HRT can be foundational for muscle, bone, and even GLP-1 effectiveness

    The role of stress, cortisol, and thyroid function in weight gain and insomnia

    When surgery is and isn't an option for fibroids or adenomyosis 

     
    Esther Blum is an Integrative Dietitian, menopause expert with a really informative Instagram page, she's also a bestselling author of five books including See Ya Later, Ovulator, and host of The Midlife Realignment podcast. Known as Gwyneth Paltrow's menopause mentor, she empowers women through nutrition, hormone balance, and fierce self-advocacy, and has been featured on The Today Show, ABC-TV, and many other media outlets.
     
    www.estherblum.com/elite
    Freebie: Top Hormone Tests Every Perimenopausal Woman Needs To Know at estherblum.com
     
    Contact Esther Blum:
    Website: www.estherblum.com
    Instagram @gorgeousesther
    The Midlife Realignment Podcast https://estherblum.com/midlife-realignment-podcast/
     
    Give thanks to our sponsors:
    Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com
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    Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora
     
    Join the Hack My Age community on:
    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
    Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
    Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
    Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
    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.
  • Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

    Midlife Female Pleasure: An Intimacy Expert Explains What Most Couples Miss - Susan Bratton

    23/03/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
    Have you ever wondered why your desire feels slower than your partner's…and started to question if something is wrong with you? Or maybe you love your partner deeply, but intimacy feels rushed, pressured, or just not as fun as it used to be…which may be years or decades ago?
    We Cover
    Why female arousal takes so long  and why rushing intimacy often kills desire

    The biggest communication mistake couples make when introducing new ideas in the bedroom

    The coolest technique for expressing desires without hurting your partner's ego

    Why foreplay shouldn't be a separate step, but part of a continuous intimacy experience

    Practical techniques couples can use to rebuild connection, safety and trust 

    Contact Susan Bratton:
    Website: https://betterlover.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanbratton/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/susanbratton
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trustedhotsexadvisortomillions/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BetterLover
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanbratton/



    Give thanks to our sponsors:
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    Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora
     
    Join the Hack My Age community on:
    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage
    Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠    
    Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠  
    Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/
    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠   
    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠   
    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ 
    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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About Hack My Age : Menopause Upgrade

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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