Better! with Dr. Stephanie

Updated: 05 May 2025 • 421 episodes
www.drstephanieestima.com/podcast

Dr. Stephanie shares insights on women's health & menopause, featuring expert discussions on nutrition, fitness, hormones, stress management, performance, recovery, longevity, health span, mental resilience, and energy production. We discuss complex science and then alchemize it into actionable items for every day living. The ultimate goal with this podcast is to assist you in making informed decisions about your health, whether you're seeking relief from menopausal symptoms, struggling with weight management, or aiming to boost overall health, this podcast equips you with the tools to take charge of your well-being. It isn't about being perfect, it's about being better. Embark on a transformative health journey with Dr. Stephanie, tailored specifically for women approaching (or navigating) menopause, struggling with weight, and facing health challenges. With a focus on exercise physiology, brain science, and performance nutrition, Dr. Stephanie draws from her 19 years of experience in private practice, bestselling authorship, and motherhood to empower you on your journey to becoming the hero of your own health story. Topics covered in the podcast include: Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone imbalance, Weight management, Health challenges, Fitness for women, Nutrition for women, Aging gracefully, Mental resilience, Stress management, Longevity, Energy levels, Wellness journey, Self-care, and Well-being after 40.

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World-renowned fitness industry expert Chalene Johnson spills the dirt about the many workout traps of perimenopause and menopause. Chalene shares her insights on diet and fitness culture, discussing how intense programs often leave women blaming themselves for any shortcomings. She highlights the importance of focusin

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Introducing 'She Said, She Said,' a deep dive into women's health with Dr. Stephanie and her close friend Cynthia Thurlow. Together, they tackle important topics such as the impact of short social media clips on wellness knowledge and the universal frustration of midlife weight gain. Episode Overview (timestamps are ap

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Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, a psychology professor at Columbia University, explores self-actualization and the importance of taking responsibility for our lives. He discusses the impact of trauma, the distinction between being a victim and an empowered individual, and how embracing uncomfortable feelings fosters growth. D

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Dr. Corinne Menn, a board-certified OB-GYN and 20-year breast cancer survivor, specializes in menopause management and the unique healthcare needs of female cancer survivors. This episode covers topics like the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study, breast cancer risk, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), vaginal estroge

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Sarah Berry is Associate Professor, Department of Nutritional Sciences at King’s College London, and the chief scientist at Zoe. In this episode, she’s got some juicy insights into the world of nutrition science. She talks about the ‘food matrix’, the ups and downs of different types of fats, and the tricky world of nu

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Wade Lightheart delves into the intricate details of digestion, particularly in midlife, and the significance of magnesium in ensuring optimal health. Wade systematically outlines the five stages of digestion, underscoring the crucial role of enzymes, hydrochloric acid, and probiotics in efficiently processing protein.

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