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Better! with Dr. Stephanie

Dr. Stephanie shares insights on women's health & menopause, featuring expert discussions on nutrition, fitness, hormones, stress management, performance, recovery, longevity, health span, mental resilience, and energy production. We discuss complex science and then alchemize it into actionable items for every day living. The ultimate goal with this podcast is to assist you in making informed decisions about your health, whether you're seeking relief from menopausal symptoms, struggling with weight management, or aiming to boost overall health, this podcast equips you with the tools to take charge of your well-being.

It isn't about being perfect, it's about being better.

Embark on a transformative health journey with Dr. Stephanie, tailored specifically for women approaching (or navigating) menopause, struggling with weight, and facing health challenges. With a focus on exercise physiology, brain science, and performance nutrition, Dr. Stephanie draws from her 19 years of experience in private practice, bestselling authorship, and motherhood to empower you on your journey to becoming the hero of your own health story.

Topics covered in the podcast include: Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone imbalance, Weight management, Health challenges, Fitness for women, Nutrition for women, Aging gracefully, Mental resilience, Stress management, Longevity, Energy levels, Wellness journey, Self-care, and Well-being after 40.

Motherhood Parenting Health & Fitness Mindset Fitness Sex Science Health Nutrition Alternative Health
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
65 minutes
Episodes
438
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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Bike Sprints: Increase Your Cardiovascular Fitness & Lower Your Chronic Disease Risk

Bike Sprints: Increase Your Cardiovascular Fitness & Lower Your Chronic Disease Risk

In this solo episode, Dr. Stephanie explores the benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for women in perimenopause and menopause. Inspired by an Instagram poll, she highlights how sprint…

00:48:04  |   Mon 01 Sep 2025
Are Your Bones Smarter Than Your Brains? Skeletal Hormones & the Fountain of Youth with Dr. Vonda Wright

Are Your Bones Smarter Than Your Brains? Skeletal Hormones & the Fountain of Youth with Dr. Vonda Wright

Dr. Vonda Wright explains how bones function as endocrine organs, influencing not only our skeletal health but also communicating with muscles, the brain, and various body systems. She highlights the…

01:30:15  |   Mon 25 Aug 2025
Carbs, Weight Loss & Muscle Building: Cut Through the BS with Harley Pasternak (Celebrity Fitness Trainer)

Carbs, Weight Loss & Muscle Building: Cut Through the BS with Harley Pasternak (Celebrity Fitness Trainer)

Harley Pasternak, a renowned personal trainer in Hollywood, delves into the importance of carbohydrates, protein, and simplifying your fitness journey. Discover why there are no “bad carbs,” learn ho…

01:16:09  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
Midlife Reset for Digestion, Bloat & Brain Fog: Menopause + Gut Health with Dr. Steven Gundry

Midlife Reset for Digestion, Bloat & Brain Fog: Menopause + Gut Health with Dr. Steven Gundry

Dr. Steven Gundry explores the profound impact of gut health on overall well-being. In this episode, he discusses the modern insults to our gut microbiome since the mid-1970s, the significance of gut…

01:15:46  |   Mon 11 Aug 2025
Why Your Probiotics Are Not Working & What to Do Instead with Tina Anderson

Why Your Probiotics Are Not Working & What to Do Instead with Tina Anderson

Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, discusses why most store-bought probiotics fall short, how spore-based probiotics act as the 'gardener of the gut,' and the critical role of the estro…

00:58:16  |   Mon 04 Aug 2025
The Step-by-Step Method to Fix Back Pain with Dr. Stuart McGill

The Step-by-Step Method to Fix Back Pain with Dr. Stuart McGill

Dr. Stuart McGill is a world-renowned spine biomechanics expert and a true pioneer in his field. Whether you’re dealing with back pain, joint issues, or simply aiming to age gracefully while staying …

01:43:54  |   Mon 28 Jul 2025
The Female Edge: Harnessing Hormones for Peak Fitness with Dr. Stacy Sims

The Female Edge: Harnessing Hormones for Peak Fitness with Dr. Stacy Sims

Dr. Stacy Sims, an international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, joins us in this episode to provide valuable insights into cardiovascular exercise for women at different life stages. …

01:31:26  |   Mon 21 Jul 2025
Understanding GLP-1's & the science of appetite management with Sarah Kennedy

Understanding GLP-1's & the science of appetite management with Sarah Kennedy

Sarah Kennedy of Calocurb discusses the natural and medical ways to suppress appetite, focusing on the revolutionary GLP-1 agonists (like Ozempic and Wegovy). This is truly a deep dive into the mecha…

01:12:03  |   Mon 14 Jul 2025
How Can You Build a Body That Ages Without Falling Apart? with Juliet Starrett

How Can You Build a Body That Ages Without Falling Apart? with Juliet Starrett

Juliet Starrett, an entrepreneur, author, and co-founder of The Ready State, discusses the significance of mobility in midlife. She shares practical, science-backed methods for incorporating mobility…

01:40:20  |   Mon 07 Jul 2025
Could Adjusting When You Eat & Sleep Improve Digestion, Energy & Menopause Symptoms? with Satchin Panda

Could Adjusting When You Eat & Sleep Improve Digestion, Energy & Menopause Symptoms? with Satchin Panda

Dr. Satchin Panda delves into the fascinating world of circadian biology. He explains why the timing of your meals could be as crucial as the food you eat, how disruptions in circadian rhythms can af…

01:32:54  |   Mon 30 Jun 2025
The Power of Ketones: Fuel Energy, Optimize Recovery & Build Strength as you age with Brianna Stubbs

The Power of Ketones: Fuel Energy, Optimize Recovery & Build Strength as you age with Brianna Stubbs

Dr. Brianna Stubbs, director of Translational Science at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, explores the science behind ketone metabolism and its benefits for women. Learn how ketones can supp…

01:14:25  |   Mon 23 Jun 2025
What’s Really Causing Women’s Hair to Thin & How To Reverse It with Alessandra Zonari PhD

What’s Really Causing Women’s Hair to Thin & How To Reverse It with Alessandra Zonari PhD

Alessandra Zonari PhD, co-founder of OneSkin, began her career in stem cell biology after witnessing her grandparents’ struggles with age-related diseases. She shares the science behind hair loss in …

01:00:11  |   Mon 16 Jun 2025
Kegels Aren't Enough: Pelvic Floor Fitness & Longevity with Dr. Sara Reardon (aka The Vagina Whisperer)

Kegels Aren't Enough: Pelvic Floor Fitness & Longevity with Dr. Sara Reardon (aka The Vagina Whisperer)

Are you ready to dive into a topic that’s often overlooked but super important? It’s pelvic floor health! Dr. Sarah Reardon, the amazing Vagina Whisperer, teaches you about all sorts of pelvic floor …

01:06:06  |   Mon 09 Jun 2025
Why Your Excuses About Exercise Aren't Really About Exercise & How To Overcome Them with Katy Bowman & Diana Hill

Why Your Excuses About Exercise Aren't Really About Exercise & How To Overcome Them with Katy Bowman & Diana Hill

Dr. Diana Hill, a clinical psychologist and expert in acceptance and commitment therapy, and Katy Bowman, a biomechanist and founder of Nutritious Movement, discuss the psychology of movement and com…

01:14:43  |   Mon 02 Jun 2025
Fat Loss, Muscle Gains & Menopause: Science That Actually Works with Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD

Fat Loss, Muscle Gains & Menopause: Science That Actually Works with Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD

Abbie Smith-Ryan PhD, an expert in exercise and nutritional strategies for women’s health, especially during perimenopause, menopause and obesity, discusses evidence-based methods to accelerate fat l…

01:16:55  |   Mon 26 May 2025
Breathing is Different for Women: How CO₂ Sensitivity, PMS, & Menopause Affect Respiration with Patrick McKeown

Breathing is Different for Women: How CO₂ Sensitivity, PMS, & Menopause Affect Respiration with Patrick McKeown

Get ready to dive into how women breathe differently from men. The renowned breath expert, Patrick McKeon, explores the connection between breathing and hormones throughout our menstrual cycle, perim…

01:31:15  |   Mon 19 May 2025
The New Rules of Metabolism: Stop Counting Calories, Start Healing Your Hormones with Ben Azadi

The New Rules of Metabolism: Stop Counting Calories, Start Healing Your Hormones with Ben Azadi

Ben Azadi discusses the significance of inflammation in health, metabolism, and hormonal balance. Chronic inflammation impacts cellular function, detoxification, and hormonal signalling. The episode …

01:15:55  |   Mon 12 May 2025
Muscle Mass, Fat Loss & Hormones Over 40 with Chalene Johnson (fitness legend)

Muscle Mass, Fat Loss & Hormones Over 40 with Chalene Johnson (fitness legend)

World-renowned fitness industry expert Chalene Johnson spills the dirt about the many workout traps of perimenopause and menopause. Chalene shares her insights on diet and fitness culture, discussing…

01:11:14  |   Mon 05 May 2025
She Said, She Said: Midlife Weight Gain, Fasted Workouts, Protein & Stress with Cynthia Thurlow

She Said, She Said: Midlife Weight Gain, Fasted Workouts, Protein & Stress with Cynthia Thurlow

Introducing 'She Said, She Said,' a deep dive into women's health with Dr. Stephanie and her close friend Cynthia Thurlow. Together, they tackle important topics such as the impact of short social me…

01:02:45  |   Mon 28 Apr 2025
Victim or Victor Mindset? Find Strength in Your Sensitivity with Scott Barry Kaufman PhD

Victim or Victor Mindset? Find Strength in Your Sensitivity with Scott Barry Kaufman PhD

Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, a psychology professor at Columbia University, explores self-actualization and the importance of taking responsibility for our lives. He discusses the impact of trauma, the d…

00:48:21  |   Mon 21 Apr 2025
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