All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

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Menopause doesn't come with an instruction manual, but it should.

After a year of conversations with some of the world's leading menopause experts, Dr. Shauna Watts has brought together the questions women keep asking and the practical advice that can actually help.

How much protein do you really need in midlife? Why does muscle become so important? What role does testosterone play in women's health? Does vaginal estrogen really matter? And why can sleep suddenly become so difficult during perimenopause and menopause?

In this special All About You menopause mashup, Dr. Shauna Watts brings together insights from Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Dr. Rachel Rubin and Dr. Kelly Casperson, alongside her own clinical experience, to create a practical menopause cheat sheet you can come back to again and again.

In this episode, we cover:
➡️ Why protein and resistance training become increasingly important during midlife
➡️ What happens to muscle mass, visceral fat and bone health during the menopause transition
➡️ How much protein women may need to support muscle and reduce frailty
➡️ Why creatine is becoming an important conversation in women's health
➡️ Why vaginal symptoms can involve much more than dryness, including urinary symptoms and painful sex
➡️ What genital urinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) actually means
➡️ Why testosterone may take longer to have an effect than estrogen
➡️ Practical strategies for improving sleep during perimenopause and menopause
➡️ How nutrition, movement, sleep and hormones can work together
➡️ Why women should approach menopause proactively rather than simply waiting for symptoms to appear.

This episode encourages women to go into midlife informed, build muscle, support their nutrition and health, understand their treatment options and surround themselves with the right professional and personal support.F

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Dr. Mary Claire Haver - https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/
Dr. Rachel Rubin - https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/
Dr. Kelly Casperson - https://www.instagram.com/kellycaspersonmd/

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Chapters
00:00 - Menopause Cheat Sheet: What Every Woman Needs to Know
00:34 - Menopause, Muscle Loss & Strength Training
01:09 - Menopause Weight Gain & Visceral Fat
03:09 - Does HRT Help With Weight Loss?04:11 - Why Protein Matters During Menopause
05:13 - How Much Protein Do Women Need?
07:47 - Menopause Supplements: What Actually Matters?
09:58 - Creatine for Women & Menopause
11:28 - Menopause, Osteoporosis & Strong Bones
12:40 - Vaginal Hormones: Estrogen vs DHEA
20:51 - Testosterone for Women: Why It Matters
28:41 - Vaginal Dryness & Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
34:13 - Menopause, Sex, Pain & Low Libido
48:06 - How to Sleep Better During Menopause

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For more than two decades, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has been surrounded by confusion, conflicting advice and misinformation. Many women assume it's too risky, believe they've left it too late, or think they simply aren't eligible.

In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts shares the seven conversations she has with patients almost every week in her consulting room. Drawing on more than 20 years of clinical experience, she explains what HRT actually is, how different types of hormone therapy work, why delivery methods matter, and the myths that continue to stop women from getting the support they need.

This isn't about convincing anyone to take HRT. It's about helping women understand their options so they can have better conversations with their healthcare providers and make decisions based on current evidence.

Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical, balanced information to help cut through the noise.

In this episode you'll learn:
🟢 Why HRT isn't a single treatment and why every prescription should be individualised
🟢 The difference between estrogen, progesterone and testosterone
🟢 Why patches and gels may have different risk profiles than tablets
🟢 Whether you've really "missed the window" to start HRT
🟢 Why there is no fixed age to stop hormone therapy
🟢 The truth about compounded or "natural" hormones
🟢 What testosterone can and can't help with during menopause
🟢 Why many women incorrectly assume they aren't candidates for HRT
🟢 How to prepare for a productive conversation with your doctor

If this episode helped you better understand Hormone Replacement Therapy, consider sharing it with someone who may have ruled themselves out years ago. It could be the conversation that changes everything.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Chapters
00:18 HRT Isn't One Treatment
01:28 Why Estrogen and Progesterone Matter
02:34 Tablets vs Patches: Does It Change the Risk?
03:38 Is It Too Late to Start HRT?
05:02 Do You Have to Stop HRT After a Few Years?
05:54 The Truth About Compounded Hormones
06:49 Should Women Take Testosterone?
07:45 Stop Ruling Yourself Out of HRT
08:42 Three Questions to Ask Your Doctor About HRT

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Dr Shauna Watts

Fear sells, especially when it comes to women's health.

One of the biggest claims circulating online is that without Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), your brain will rapidly decline during menopause. But what does the evidence actually say?

In this episode of All About You, Dr Sarah McKay, neuroscientist, author of The Women's Brain Book, and Director of the Neuroscience Academy, joins us to separate scientific evidence from social media hype.

Together, we unpack the latest research on menopause, dementia risk, HRT, sleep, alcohol, and women's brain health. Sarah explains why current evidence does not support using HRT to prevent dementia, why women appear to have higher dementia rates, and why factors like hearing loss, cardiovascular health, sleep regularity, education, and social connection deserve far more attention.

If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this conversation offers a balanced, evidence-based perspective to help you make informed decisions without fear.

In this episode you'll learn:
➡️ What the latest research actually says about HRT and dementia
➡️ Why HRT is recommended for symptom relief, not dementia prevention
➡️ Why women are diagnosed with dementia more often than men
➡️ The difference between dementia prevalence and incidence
➡️ What the Women's Health Initiative really found
➡️ Why sleep regularity matters more than total hours slept
➡️ The surprising dementia risk factors most people ignore
➡️ How alcohol affects your brain during midlife
➡️ Why social media often exaggerates women's brain health risks
➡️ What new neuroscience research is revealing about women's brains
➡️ The latest findings on the contraceptive pill and brain health

Whether you're considering HRT, looking to protect your brain as you age, or simply want trustworthy information grounded in science, this episode is packed with practical insights and reassuring evidence.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Chapters
00:00 The Biggest HRT Myth
01:00 Does HRT Prevent Dementia?
03:20 What Current Research Really Shows
07:45 Why Scientists Disagree
11:30 Why More Women Have Dementia
16:25 The Lifestyle Risks That Matter Most
20:05 Why Sleep Protects Your Brain
25:20 Alcohol and Brain Health Explained
30:40 New Research on Women's Brains
35:05 The Contraceptive Pill and Brain Health
40:40 Social Media vs Real Science
43:00 Do Babies Leave Cells in Your Brain?
48:05 The Biggest Women's Brain Health Myth
50:20 What Actually Protects Your Brain

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Menopause doesn't just affect women. It affects relationships too. If you've ever wondered why your partner seems different, this episode explains what's really happening and how you can support her through one of the biggest transitions of her life.

In this episode of All About You, Dr. Shauna Watts breaks down menopause, perimenopause and post-menopause from a partner's perspective. In just ten minutes, she explains why these hormonal changes affect far more than periods, and how understanding them can strengthen your relationship instead of creating distance.

Whether you're a husband, partner, friend or family member, this conversation will help you better understand the women in your life and support them through one of the most significant health transitions they'll ever experience.

In this episode, you'll learn:
• The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause
• Why hormone changes affect mood, memory and emotions
• What causes hot flushes, night sweats and sleep disruption
• Why many women experience brain fog and anxiety during menopause
• How menopause can impact confidence, work and relationships
• The truth about changes in libido and intimacy
• Simple ways partners can provide meaningful support
• Why patience and understanding make all the difference

If this episode helped you better understand menopause, subscribe to All About You for expert conversations that empower you to make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing.

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Podcast Website: ⁠
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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Chapters
01:55 The Hormone Changes Men Should Know About
03:10 Why Mood Swings Aren't the Whole Story
04:25 Brain Fog, Memory & Mental Load Explained
05:40 Why Sleep Becomes So Difficult During Menopause
06:55 Hot Flushes, Night Sweats & Physical Symptoms
08:15 The Emotional Impact of Menopause on Women
09:35 How Menopause Affects Relationships & Communication
11:05 Changes in Libido and Intimacy Explained
12:30 What Partners Often Get Wrong About Menopause
13:50 How Men Can Better Support Their Partner
15:20 Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
16:45 Building a Stronger Relationship Through Understanding
18:00 Final Advice for Every Husband and Partner

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Dr Shauna Watts
All About You Podcast

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

Is menopause really making your brain worse, or have we been believing the wrong story?

In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts sits down with renowned neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay, author of The Women's Brain Book, to unpack what actually happens to the female brain during perimenopause and menopause.

From brain fog and memory changes to anxiety, ADHD diagnoses and hormone therapy, Dr Sarah separates social media myths from the latest neuroscience research. She explains why many women actually reach their cognitive peak during midlife, why emotional regulation improves with age, and how experience becomes one of your brain's greatest strengths.

Together, they explore why brain fog happens, how fluctuating estrogen affects the brain, the relationship between hot flushes and anxiety, and what the research really says about protecting your brain health as you age.

If you've ever worried that menopause is damaging your brain, this evidence-based conversation will completely change how you think about midlife.
Why your brain doesn't peak in your 20s

The truth about menopause brain fog

How estrogen influences memory, attention and cognition

Why many women are diagnosed with ADHD during perimenopause

The connection between hot flushes, anxiety and the nervous system

Whether hormone therapy can improve brain health

What white matter hyperintensities actually mean

The biggest lifestyle factors that protect your brain as you age

Why hearing loss is an overlooked risk factor for dementia

Evidence-based ways to maintain a healthy brain for life

Whether you're navigating perimenopause yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand how the female brain changes through midlife, this episode is packed with practical, science-backed insights that every woman should know.

If you enjoyed this episode, remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that brain aging isn't the whole story.

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Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247

Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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00:00 Why Your Brain Doesn't Peak at 25
01:15 Meet Neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay
02:25 The Biggest Myths About the Midlife Brain
10:26 What Is Brain Fog, Really?
16:07 Hormones and the Female Brain Explained
24:34 ADHD and Perimenopause: What's Happening?
31:28 Hot Flushes, Anxiety and the Nervous System
36:16 Are Hot Flushes Damaging Your Brain?
43:59 The Best Ways to Protect Your Brain Health
48:46 Hearing Loss and Dementia Risk
53:01 Loneliness, Brain Health and Healthy Aging
55:00 Why Women's Brain Health Needs Better Research
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Dr Shauna Watts