Menopause Mastery

Menopause Mastery| Beyond Hormones: The Cellular Health Secrets to Aging Well | Episode 291
🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! 
What if the fatigue, brain fog, and changes you experience during perimenopause and menopause aren't just about hormones? 🤔 
In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. William Haas, MD, MBA, joins Dr. Betty Murray for a fascinating conversation about the often-overlooked foundation beneath hormone health: cellular health and mitochondrial energy production.
Dr. Haas shares his journey from family medicine and human performance into root-cause and cellular health medicine, including his own experience with energy, fatigue, and brain fog in his 40s. We explore how mitochondria, oxidative stress, nutrition, sleep, circadian rhythm, exercise, and hormones all interact—and why simply adding hormones or supplements may not address the underlying problem.
We also dive into the rapidly evolving world of biohacking, including IV nutrient therapy, ozone, hyperbaric oxygen, peptides, exosomes, and stem cells. Dr. Haas explains why foundational health needs to come first and why his philosophy is to "recharge before you repair" and "detox before you redox."
In this episode:
* Menopause symptoms shouldn't automatically be viewed as a hormone problem alone.
* Mitochondria play a central role in producing the cellular energy needed for repair and normal function.
* Dr. Haas recommends looking for patterns in symptoms and testing rather than simply prescribing a collection of supplements.
* Sleep consistency and morning light are foundational tools for supporting circadian and mitochondrial function.
* IV nutrient therapy may have a role when nutrient absorption or deficiencies are significant.
* Advanced therapies such as ozone and hyperbaric oxygen require thoughtful dosing and appropriate clinical guidance.
* Peptides should be approached with particular attention to evidence, sourcing, dosing, and medical supervision.
* Hormones and cellular health should be considered together rather than as completely separate systems.
* Protein before coffee and appropriately used creatine are among Dr. Haas's practical strategies for supporting energy metabolism.
* Intermittent fasting can become counterproductive when it turns into chronic under-eating.
* VO2 max can serve as a useful benchmark when tracking fitness, metabolic health, and health span over time.
* The overarching philosophy: "recharge before you repair."
Finally, Dr. Haas shares practical strategies women can consider for supporting cellular energy, including protein before coffee, creatine, avoiding poorly implemented intermittent fasting, and using VO2 max as a powerful marker of health span and longevity.
👉 If you've been told your symptoms are normal, or you've tried hormone support and still don't feel like yourself, this conversation offers a broader way to think about healing. Don't forget to share with someone who needs a more complete conversation about menopause, energy, and cellular health.
00:00 — Introduction and The Importance of Cellular Health with Guest Dr. William Haas
02:05 — Dr. Haas's Journey Into Root-Cause Medicine
04:25 — Why Menopause Isn't Just About Hormones
06:15 — What Is Cellular Health?
08:25 — How to Recognize Mitochondrial Stress
10:35 — Micronutrients, Oxidative Stress & Testing
13:00 — Why Oxidative Stress Matters During Menopause
15:05 — The Foundations of Cellular Health
17:10 — Biohacking: IV Therapy, Ozone & HBOT
20:15 — Gut Health & Nutrient Absorption
22:15 — Ozone & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
24:15 — Integrating Hormones With Cellular Health
26:15 — Peptides: Potential, Safety & the Gray Market
29:05 — The "Recharge Before Repair" Approach
30:25 — Practical Strategies: Protein, Creatine & Intermittent Fasting
32:15 — VO2 Max, Metabolic Health & Longevity
33:45 — Where to Find Dr. William Haas
34:30 — Final Thoughts 
Connect with Dr. Haas:
Website: https://vyvewellness.com
📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: 
Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/
✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray  
🔗 Links: 
The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  
Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/  
Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ 
🎙️ More from the Podcast: 
Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw 
Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 
Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH
Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. 
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Menopause Mastery | Perimenopause vs. Menopause: What Most Women Never Get Told | Episode 290
👉 Do you really know what your body is really doing in perimenopause and menopause? For years, women have been told that menopause begins when their periods stop—but that's only part of the story.
In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray breaks down the science behind perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause so you can finally understand what's happening inside your body. You'll learn why symptoms like brain fog, insomnia, anxiety, weight gain, and fatigue often begin years before your last period—and why many women are mistakenly told everything is "normal."
You'll also discover how hormone changes affect your brain, metabolism, cardiovascular health, and bone density, why standard lab work frequently misses early perimenopause, and which tests can actually provide meaningful information. 
In this episode:
* Why perimenopause is primarily a neurological transition
* The STRAW+10 framework explained
* The differences between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause
* Why hormone testing is often misunderstood
* Early warning signs your hormones are changing
* The relationship between estrogen, progesterone, sleep, and brain fog
* Why bone loss begins earlier than most women realize
* Which lab tests and imaging studies actually matter
* How stress, cortisol, and metabolism interact during menopause
* Practical ways to advocate for your health
Whether you're in your late 30s, 40s, or already postmenopausal, and if you've ever felt dismissed by confusing advice or "normal" lab work that did not match how you feel, this episode will help you understand what is actually happening in your body and how to advocate for yourself. 🎯
00:00 Why menopause is more than the loss of estrogen
01:29 Understanding perimenopause, menopause & postmenopause
02:15 Why every stage requires a different treatment strategy
03:21 The biggest myths about menopause
04:10 What actually happens during early perimenopause
05:45 Menopause is one moment—not a long phase
06:10 What changes after menopause
07:12 Why doctors often miss early perimenopause
08:50 The best way to interpret hormone testing
09:53 Lifestyle strategies that actually help
11:44 Why you're not broken
13:19 Essential lab work and hormone testing
14:03 Why every woman should consider a DEXA scan
16:43 Metabolic health, cholesterol & thyroid changes
18:10 What research really tells us about menopause
20:32 Questions every woman should ask herself
23:31 How to track your hormones more effectively
26:14 Heart palpitations, sleep disruption & estrogen
27:28 Why hormone therapy often needs adjusting
28:36 The biggest takeaway from today's episode
30:07 Coming next: Matching your nutrition to menopause metabolism
📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: 
Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/
✅ Did this content resonate? Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray  
🔗 Links: 
The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  
Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/  
Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ 
🎙️ More from the Podcast: 
Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw 
Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 
Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH
Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. 
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The Menopause Mastery Show | DNA Is Not Destiny: The Future of Personalized Menopause Care | Episode 289 with Tracy Wood
🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! 
👉 What if the symptoms you've been told are "just part of getting older" actually have a deeper explanation?
In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Tracy Woods, CEO of The DNA Company, to explore how genetics can transform the way we approach menopause, hormone therapy, metabolism, inflammation, brain health, and longevity.
Rather than relying on one-size-fits-all protocols, Tracy explains why personalized medicine begins with understanding your unique genetic blueprint. Together, they discuss why hormone replacement therapy isn't the complete answer for every woman, how genetics influence your body's response to stress, nutrition, and medications, and why functional health is moving toward truly individualized care.
Dr. Betty and Tracy also tackle common misconceptions surrounding DNA testing, discuss where the science is headed, and explain how genetic insights can help women make more informed decisions throughout perimenopause and beyond.
In this episode you'll learn:
* Why your DNA is a roadmap—not your destiny
* How genetics affect hormone metabolism
* Why personalized medicine is replacing one-size-fits-all healthcare
* The connection between genes, inflammation, metabolism, and brain health
* What DNA testing can (and cannot) tell you
* How genetics can improve nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle decisions
* The future of functional medicine and longevity
If you're ready to move beyond guesswork and understand why your body responds differently than everyone else's, this conversation is packed with practical insights. 🌱
🌐 To connect with Tracy:
Website: https://thednacompany.com/
Email: CEO@TheDNACompany.com 
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00:00 Why most women are dismissed during menopause
02:00 Meet Tracy Woods and why DNA matters
05:15 DNA is not destiny—understanding genetic potential
10:20 Personalized medicine vs. standardized healthcare
16:40 Hormones, metabolism, and individual genetics
23:30 Why hormone therapy isn't one-size-fits-all
31:45 Genetics, inflammation, and chronic disease
39:20 Lifestyle choices that influence gene expression
47:30 The biggest myths about DNA testing
54:10 Where personalized healthcare is headed
59:00 Final thoughts and key takeaways
 
📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: 
Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/
✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray  
🔗 Links: 
The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  
Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/  
Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ 
🎙️ More from the Podcast: 
Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw 
Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 
Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH
Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. 
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The Menopause Mastery Show | What's Really Making Me Angry About Menopause (And Why It Should Make You Angry Too) | Episode 288 solocast with Dr. Betty Murray
 🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! 
 👉 Let's cut to the chase: Menopause is ignored — and that's a big problem. 
In this passionate, informative episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray tackles the issues in women's health that continue to frustrate me—and why it's time we stop accepting them as "just the way things are."
From the staggering lack of menopause research funding compared to erectile dysfunction, to outdated hormone therapy myths, misinformation on social media, and the growing threats to women's healthcare and autonomy, this episode is an honest conversation about what's really happening.
 In this episode:
🔹 Why menopause research remains dramatically underfunded
🔹 The misinformation surrounding hormone replacement therapy
🔹 Evidence vs. opinion in women's health
🔹 Why outdated medical education is hurting women
🔹 The real health consequences of estrogen loss
🔹 Why menopause affects far more than hot flashes
🔹 Women's autonomy, advocacy, and the future of healthcare
🔹 The hidden burden of the sandwich generation
🔹 Turning frustration into action
Menopause isn't simply a "natural rite of passage." Women deserve evidence-informed healthcare, and the next generation of women can't afford for us to stay silent. If you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or frustrated navigating menopause, this episode is for you. 💫
 
📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: 
Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/
 ✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:     @drbettymurray  
 🔗 Links: 
The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  
Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/  
Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ 
 🎙️ More from the Podcast: 
Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw 
Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 
Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH
 
Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. 
 #menopausemastery #menopausepodcast #drbettymurray #menopause #perimenopause #womenshealth #menopauseresearch #menopausemyths #hormonetherapy #evidencebasedhealthcare

The Menopause Mastery Show | Invisible Abuse, Early Menopause, and the Hidden Stress Women Carry | Episode 287 with Melissa Rymer
🌿Welcome to The Menopause Mastery Show! 
When Menopause Isn't the Whole Story: The Hidden Impact of Narcissistic Abuse
Many women assume hot flashes, anxiety, insomnia, brain fog, and emotional overwhelm are simply part of menopause—but what if there's another factor making those symptoms dramatically worse?
In this powerful episode of Menopause Mastery, we sit down with Melissa Rymer, survivor, author, and founder of the Victim to Warrior Method, to discuss the often-overlooked connection between chronic emotional abuse, prolonged stress, and early menopause.
Melissa shares her deeply personal story of living through years of narcissistic abuse while unknowingly entering menopause. Together we explore how chronic stress affects hormone balance, why emotional abuse is often invisible, and the warning signs every woman should recognize.
If you've ever questioned your instincts, blamed yourself for relationship problems, or wondered why your menopause symptoms feel overwhelming, this conversation offers validation, education, and hope.
👉 In This Episode
* Why chronic stress may contribute to earlier menopause
* How narcissistic abuse affects hormones and overall health
* The hidden signs of gaslighting and coercive control
* Financial abuse and why many women don't recognize it
* The connection between brain fog, anxiety, and emotional manipulation
* How journaling can help rebuild trust in yourself
* Why boundaries are essential for healing
* The Victim-to-Warrior Method
* Learning to heal without carrying resentment
* Finding confidence, purpose, and healthy relationships after abuse
✨Conversations like these help more women recognize that they are not alone—and that healing is possible. Please leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it. Subscribe for more from Menopause Mastery.
To connect with Melissa:
Website: https://victimtowarriormethod.com/
00:00 – Introduction: When menopause isn't the whole story
01:18 – Melissa's experience with early menopause during an abusive marriage
05:10 – How chronic stress and trauma can intensify menopause symptoms
08:34 – Understanding invisible abuse, gaslighting, and coercive control
15:02 – Why narcissists are difficult to recognize
20:11 – Everyday red flags that shouldn't be ignored
27:05 – Financial abuse and losing independence
35:14 – Family dynamics, generational trauma, and toxic relationships
43:22 – The Victim-to-Warrior journey: recognizing and accepting the truth
51:40 – Healing after abuse: forgiveness, rebuilding confidence, and finding healthy love
59:18 – Practical first steps for women who think they may be experiencing emotional abuse
01:06:42 – Melissa's resources, final advice, and message of hope
📌 Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: 
Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/
✅ Let us know what you think! Like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube:  ⁨@drbettymurray⁩  
🔗 Links: 
The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book): https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/  
Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/  
Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ 
🎙️ More from the Podcast: 
Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw 
Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 
Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH
Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time. 
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