Flipping 50 the Stronger Way

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Thyroid health in menopause can be the missing piece behind the fatigue, weight changes, brain fog, and “why isn’t my old routine working anymore?” frustration so many women experience after 40.

Is it menopause, your thyroid, stress, or a combination of all three?

In this episode, Dr. Eric Osansky breaks down the difference between hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s, and Graves’ disease—and why your symptoms may deserve a closer look.

You’ll learn why TSH alone may not tell the whole story, how hormones and everyday exposures can affect thyroid function, and what testing, nutrition, and lifestyle changes may help.

If you’re navigating thyroid health in menopause, this conversation will help you connect the dots and take a smarter next step.

My Guest:

Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and a certified functional medicine practitioner who has been helping people with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's since 2009. He is the author of the books "Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease", "The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet", and "Hashimoto's Triggers", and is the host of the Save My Thyroid podcast. Dr. Osansky was personally diagnosed with Graves’ disease in 2008 and was able to restore his health through a natural approach, and since then has helped other reverse their hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's condition through his SAVED Thyroid framework.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

[00:05:38] Why is thyroid function so important for metabolism and overall health?

[00:06:19] What made you focus on thyroid health—and what can your Graves’ disease journey teach us?

[00:09:00] What are the myths and truths about thyroid dysfunction?

[00:20:55] Why do thyroid issues seem more common during midlife and menopause?

[00:23:50] What everyday habits and exposures may contribute to thyroid dysfunction?

[00:33:36] Can thyroid function improve with lifestyle changes—even after starting medication? Can thyroid medication be reduced or discontinued—and what options should women know about?

Connect with Dr. Eric:

Website - Save My Thyroid

Facebook - Save Your Thyroid and Natural Thyroid Treatment

Instagram - @drericosansky

YouTube - NaturalThyroidDoctor

SubStack - @savemythyroid

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Other Episodes You Might Like:

Previous Episode - Chasing Skinny After 50: When Weight Loss Conflicts with Longevity

Next Episode - Can’t Lose Belly Fat After Menopause? Your Sleep May Be Why

More Like This - Cracking the Thyroid Health Code in Midlife

Resources:

Don’t know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.

Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes.

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Weight loss and longevity don’t always point in the same direction—especially after menopause.

You can make the scale go down, but what if the strategy getting you there is costing you muscle, strength, or future independence?

From intermittent fasting and body composition to social media and the pressure to look a certain way, this episode takes a closer look at what may be driving your weight-loss goals.

If you care about weight loss and longevity, it may be time to stop asking how small you can get and start asking how strong you can stay.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

[00:05:15] Could social media be fueling your body dissatisfaction?

[00:17:21] Are you really pursuing longevity—or approval?

[00:18:04] Would you choose a longevity strategy if it meant gaining 10 pounds?

[00:20:01] What can extreme fasting and restriction cost you?

[00:21:04] Why can the scale stop moving when you're getting stronger?

[00:26:44] What should you measure instead of your size?

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Menopause medicine has changed, and sticking to outdated rules about your hormones and workouts will only leave you depleted and frustrated.

Let’s reveal what the latest science actually says about bioidentical hormones, muscle preservation, and long-term vitality.

You'll discover why high-volume cardio is working against your body, how to treat muscle as your ultimate health savings account, and why advanced diagnostics can transform your health strategy.

Know how menopause medicine has changed so you can step into your strength and thrive in your second half!

My Guest:

Dr. Sharon Stills is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor providing comprehensive health care, therapeutic and diagnostic services to patients worldwide. She combines her conventional medical training, data-driven science, cutting-edge diagnostic tools and a deep knowledge of natural healing to effectively identify and treat health concerns ranging from allergies to end stage cancer, and everything in between.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

[00:06:07] What is the current "state of the union" for menopause medicine, and why are conventional approaches still missing the mark?

[00:13:40] What is the truth behind the FDA lifting black box warnings on estrogen, and what does increased access mean for women?

[00:16:19] When a patient suffers from exhaustion, brain fog, and weight gain, what do you look at and address first?

[00:20:37] With your global travel for medicine, what criteria make a new, non-invasive diagnostic tool noteworthy for your practice?

[00:25:10] How do lab markers compare between midlife women who lift heavy weights and those who do not? Is resistance training something you formally prescribe to midlife patients as part of their treatment plan?

[00:30:25] After years of serving women, what recent insights or shifts have transformed how you practice?

[00:33:28] What is something you’ve changed your mind about regarding midlife women's health from your early career to today?

[00:35:08] Why do you host your annual summit, and what is the main takeaway you hope women gain from attending?

Connect with Dr. Sharon:

Join the Dr. Sharon’s The Future Of Meno(pause) Medicine Summit: Uncensored. Unconventional. Unapologetic on September 12–16, 2026 for FREE.

Instagram - @drsharonstills

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Other Episodes You Might Like:

Previous Episode - Do you have PMOS? What It Might Be Doing to Hormones & Metabolism

Next Episode - The Midlife Thyroid Epidemic Nobody Talks About

More Like This - What You Don’t Know About Hormone Testing (Wish I’d Knew This Sooner!)

Resources:

Not sure you’re doing what is best for you right now? Get a 90-Minute Ultimate Consultation with Debra. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you!

Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes.

Join the Dr. Sharon’s The Future Of Meno(pause) Medicine Summit: Uncensored. Unconventional. Unapologetic on September 12–16, 2026 for FREE.

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PMOS hormones and metabolism are connected in ways that can change how you understand your body in midlife.

PCOS has a new name—and it changes the conversation

In this episode, learn what to watch for and what changes during perimenopause. Some symptoms, metabolic changes, or health risks showing up in midlife have roots that go much further back than menopause.

If you’ve ever wondered how your past could still influence your health today, this conversation will change how you think about PMOS hormones and metabolism.

My Guest:

Dr. Anne Hussain is a Naturopathic Doctor, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, TEDx speaker, author of The Period Literacy Handbook, and co-creator of The Perimenopause Summit. Her passion to empower and support women with evidence-based care through every stage of their hormonal lives stems from her own PMOS and lack of reproductive health education growing up in Pakistan.

Anne runs a hybrid clinical practice in Ontario, Canada. She hosts Phase to Phase: The Hormone Health Show, trains clinicians, and collaborates with menstrual equity organizations. She believes that developing agency over your health is not only a personal act but also a powerful, political tool for shaping a healthier world.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

[00:05:50] PCOS to PMOS name change: Why and what does it mean?

[00:12:56] Why has PMOS often gone undiagnosed in the past, especially in women now in midlife?

[00:22:58] What is the specific diagnostic criteria for PMOS?

[00:26:00] How do doctors approach treatment for PMOS without just "playing whack-a-mole" with symptoms?

Connect with Dr. Anne:



Join Dr. Anne’s The Perimenopause Summit on Sept 21 to 24, 2026 FREE through this link: https://www.flippingfifty.com/theperimenopause



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Instagram - @dr.annehussain



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The question asked wasn’t exactly how do I choose supplements but because it comes close to the question I wish someone would have asked and I think it is a valuable 3-step process, that’s the episode topic. One of our members asked a great question:

“If I'm eating three eggs every day, do I still need Fortetropin? And how do Fortetropin, Mitopure, creatine, and essential amino acids all fit together?”

There are several questions on how I choose supplements, wrapped into that one, so let's unpack them one at a time.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

[06:24–07:10] What problem are you actually trying to solve with supplements?

[14:59–19:47] Are three eggs a day the same as taking Fortetropin?

[19:47–29:41] When does Fortetropin make sense for women over 50?

[29:41–36:42] Do you need both Fortetropin and Mitopure?

[36:42–39:45] Where do essential amino acids fit when protein falls short?

[39:52–43:54] Does creatine really help women build muscle?

[48:36–51:56] How do you know which supplements are actually worth taking?

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