Perimenopause Simplified

• 77. Why Your Man Might Be Tired, Moody & Avoiding Intimacy w/ Dr. Joshua Gonzalez

  Is your man more tired than usual, moodier, or pulling away from intimacy? You’re not imagining it. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Joshua Gonzalez: a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist to talk about the low testosterone epidemic and why men’s midlife health is often overlooked. We’ll cover how hormone changes impact men physically, emotionally, and in the bedroom, plus what women over 40 can do to better understand and support their partners. Whether your relationship feels disconnected or you simply want to know what’s going on behind the scenes, this conversation is equal parts informative, candid, and fun. You’ll learn: The signs and symptoms of low testosterone every woman should know Why men’s health in midlife is so often ignored or dismissed How low testosterone affects mood, energy, and relationships The truth about what’s really causing low libido in men Testing and treatment options, including TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) Evidence-based supplements that may help if your man isn’t ready for testosterone therapy Joshua R Gonzalez MD Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologist and sexual medicine specialist who focuses on managing sexual dysfunctions in men and women at his self-named practice, Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD, in the West Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. At his state-of-the-art facility, Dr. Gonzalez understands the toll hormone deficiencies, menopause, arousal disorders, and erectile dysfunction (ED) can take on one’s quality of life. He offers complete general urology and sexual health care at his office to patients, many of who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community.   Connect with Dr. Joshua Gonzalez: Website Free Ebook: Elitist Next Level Testosterone Therapy Instagram TikTok PopStar Supplements   Sources: Free Testosterone Calculator Cardiovascular Safety of Testosterone Replacement Therapy Correlation Between Zinc and Testosterone Ashwagandha on Well-Being And Performance Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma Longifolia) Improves Serum Total Testosterone   WATCH ON YOUTUBE HERE   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course  

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• 76. Feeling Sad, Irritable, or Unmotivated Over 40? Here’s What’s Really Going On

  In this episode, Claudia gets vulnerable, sharing her own struggle with depression, the steps she took to overcome it, and how you can navigate depression in perimenopause.   In this episode we covered: How hormone changes in perimenopause affect mental health How nutrient imbalances and gut health play a role in depression The life transitions perimenopause women experience  Frustrations with your body and health in perimenopause The impact of unaddressed trauma Is it time to slow down or consider a career change? Steps to overcome depression including supplement suggestions WATCH ON YOUTUBE.    Links Mentioned: Episode 18: The Perimenopause Diet I Recommend Episode 10: Why You Can’t Sleep in Peri Episode 24: Rethinking Sleep in Perimenopause W/ Morgan Adams (Sleep Coach)  Necklace  Cure Hydration (use code: healthcoachclaudia to save 20%) Seeking Health   Sources: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/supplement/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5020390/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4393508/ https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/485215     Perimenopause Method (4-Month Program) A compassion-led program for high-achieving women 40+ who are ready to reclaim their energy, mood & metabolism — with real answers that finally make sense.  ✔️ Advanced testing to get real answers — no more guesswork ✔️ Personalized plans based on what your body needs ✔️ HRT guidance + how to advocate with a provider ✔️ A safe space to ask questions without overwhelm This is for the woman who’s done the Googling, listened to the podcasts, tried the supplements…and still doesn’t feel like herself. No fluff. Just real data, real support, and real progress. Learn more here.   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share with other women, so they can get the support they need in perimenopause!    CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook Inquiries   FREE RESOURCES:  Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   PRODUCTS WE LOVE: Equip Prime Protein (Save 15% w/ code: healthcoachclaudia) Microbiome Labs Total Gut Restoration (Save 15% w/ code: claudia123) BodyHealth Reds & Greens Powders Symphony Natural Health Melatonin Eusari Menoplay Non-Hormonal Solution Glow Below Vaginal Estrogen or DHEA For more products we recommend, click HERE.  

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• 75. Ditch Alcohol in Midlife: Reclaim Your Energy, Confidence & Clarity w/ Sarah Rusbatch

  In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia sits down with Grey Area Drinking Coach and bestselling author, Sarah Rusbatch, to unpack the hidden impact of alcohol on women’s health, especially during perimenopause. From anxiety and sleep issues to weight gain and hormonal disruption, alcohol can quietly wreak havoc – yet it's often the last thing we question. Sarah shares her personal journey, the truth about Grey Area Drinking, and how thousands of women are rethinking their relationship with alcohol in midlife. If you've ever found yourself relying on that glass of wine to unwind or wondering if it's doing more harm than good, this episode is for you.   What we cover: What Grey Area Drinking really is (and how to know if you fall into it) Why Alcohol Use Disorder has skyrocketed in women over the past 30 years The connection between alcohol and perimenopause symptoms like anxiety, depression, and poor sleep Why so many women shift their drinking habits in midlife and how to know when it’s time The biggest benefits women report after ditching alcohol How to start drinking less (without shame, pressure, or perfection)   Connect with Sarah: Website Instagram Facebook The Women’s Wellbeing Collective 30-Day Alcohol-Free Program Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol-Free   Sources: Alcohol Use Disorder Gray Area Drinking Alcohol Use & Increased Symptom Burden in Midlife Women Unaware of Alcohol & Breast Cancer Risk Alcohol & Cancer Risk   CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook   FREE RESOURCES:  Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   QUESTIONS?  Email: [email protected]   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share, so that other women can find this podcast for guidance and support through perimenopause!   

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• 74. Caring for Aging Parents While Navigating Perimenopause: What No One Talks About

  In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia opens up about a side of midlife that rarely gets discussed: what it’s really like to care for aging parents, while navigating your own hormone shifts, emotions, and identity. She shares a personal story about supporting her mom after hip surgery, how losing her dad shaped her perspective on forgiveness, and why so many women in their 70s are now facing serious health issues, due to the fallout of the WHI study and lack of hormone therapy access. Claudia also talks about the hard (but necessary) conversation she had with her mom about end-of-life planning…and why getting clear now can prevent stress and heartache later.  A raw, reflective episode that will hit home for any woman feeling the weight of midlife caregiving and a powerful reminder to take care of your health now.   In this episode, Claudia discusses: The emotional and physical demands of midlife caregiving Why she chose to forgive her father before he passed and what that taught her The ripple effects of the WHI study on women’s health and quality of life Stats on bone loss, dementia, sleep issues & metabolic decline in women over 40 The evolving relationship with her mom: from frustration to compassion How planning ahead for death can make space for grieving, instead of chaos   Sources: Alzheimer’s Facts Osteoporosis Stats Prevalence of Obesity Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause Sleep During Menopause Menopause and Cardiovascular Disease Risk   CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook   FREE RESOURCES:  Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   QUESTIONS?  Email: [email protected]   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share, so that other women can find this podcast for guidance and support through perimenopause!   

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• 73. Non-Hormonal Perimenopause Solutions: When HRT Isn’t the Right Fit w/ Dr. Ana Duarte

  In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia is joined by Dr. Ana Duarte, a medical doctor, expert in anti-aging and longevity medicine, and CSO of Eusari Nutrition. After 15+ years in pharmaceutical research, Ana hit her own perimenopause wall: burnt out, disconnected, and completely unprepared for the changes in her early 40s. That experience led her to pursue advanced training in women’s health and longevity – and to discover just how overlooked midlife women are. No roadmap. No conversation. Just silence, shame, and guesswork. So she founded Eusari, a science-backed wellness brand built by and for women in perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Ana blends cutting-edge medical science with deep empathy, helping women feel like themselves again. She’s also a speaker, writer, and passionate advocate for real, effective solutions to support women’s health and vitality in midlife and beyond. Whether you can’t take HRT or simply prefer not to, this episode is packed with evidence-based guidance to help you take back control of your health. You’ll learn: Why some women can’t or choose not to use hormone replacement therapy What non-hormonal alternatives women are turning to (and what actually works) The surprising science behind equol, a powerful ingredient for estrogen support What to look for in a trusted supplement brand How Dr. Ana’s product, MenoPlay, supports mood, sleep, and energy without hormones How to cut through the noise and make informed choices in the age of overwhelm   Connect with Ana Duarte, MD: Instagram: @dr.anacd TikTok: @dr.anacd Facebook: facebook.com/eusariwellness LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anacatalinaduarte Website: www.eusari.com Free Resources: Midlife Guides   Links Mentioned: Ep. 45 Supplements for Perimenopause: What to Know Menoplay   Sources: Acupuncture In Menopause Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for MenopausePhytoestrogens for Hot Flashes     Not afraid of hormone therapy, but need some clarity? Grab Claudia's popular course: Perimenopause HRT Roadmap.   Save $100 until July 31st with coupon code: ROADMAP100. Claudia breaks down everything, so it's easy to understand and so you feel confident in advocating for the care you deserve.  Check it out here.      CONNECT WITH CLAUDIA:  Website YouTube Instagram Facebook   FREE RESOURCES:  Peri-What?! The Must-Have Guide for Women 40+ Navigating Hormone Changes Perimenopause Daily Checklist HRT 3-Day Crash Course   GET SUPPORT:  Perimenopause Clarity Session The Perimenopause Method Program Perimenopause HRT Roadmap Course   QUESTIONS?  Email: [email protected]   LOVE THE SHOW? Please subscribe, leave a 5-star rating, review, and share, so that other women can find this podcast for guidance and support through perimenopause!   

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