Guest: Dr. Stephanie Faubion, Director of the Mayo Clinic Center for Women’s Health & Medical Director of The Menopause Society
Part One: Menopause Myths & Medicine
Menopause has gone viral — but not always for the right reasons. From claims that a woman’s brain “eats itself” in menopause to this week’s breaking FDA news about estrogen therapy, it’s harder than ever to know what’s true.
In this first half of the episode, Melissa sits down with Dr. Stephanie Faubion, one of the world’s leading voices in women’s health, to cut through the confusion with evidence, empathy, and straight talk.
Together, they unpack:
The latest FDA decision and what it means for hormone therapy and women’s health
Whether estrogen can protect against heart disease or stroke
The state of research and funding in women’s health and menopause
AI and Menopause Care: helpful or hurtful?
How to discern who you should — and shouldn’t — trust for menopause information online
About Dr. Stephanie Faubion:
Dr. Faubion is the Director of the Mayo Clinic Center for Women’s Health, Medical Director for The Menopause Society, and author of The New Rules of Menopause. A professor and chair at Mayo Clinic, she’s a globally recognized expert on hormone therapy, sexual health, and healthy aging — leading groundbreaking research through the DREAMS Registry and beyond.
Part Two: Aging Powerfully — The Retreat Debrief
Then, Melissa switches gears to share a heartfelt recap of her inaugural “Aging Powerfully” retreat weekend — a three-day experience designed to help women reconnect with their strength, wisdom, and joy in midlife and beyond.
From expert-led workshops on menopause, mental health, fitness, and nutrition to unforgettable moments of laughter, vulnerability, and sisterhood — Melissa reflects on what truly made the weekend magical, what surprised her most, and what’s next for the Aging Powerfully movement.
www.agingpowerfullywithmelissagrelo.com/retreat
Listen now wherever you get your podcasts — and tag a friend who deserves to age powerfully, with truth, community, and confidence.
Tech and Audio Producer: Drew Garner
Producer: Melissa Grelo (@melissagrelo, @agingpowerfullywithmelissagrelo)
For any partnership inquires, contact: beverly@agingpowerfullywithmelissagrelo.com
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