This episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Manukora, and Fatty15.\xa0\n\nWhat\u2019s going on with my body around the age of 40? Many women ask themselves this question. While discussions about hormones and navigating this phase of life are increasing, many women still suffer in silence. Today\u2019s guest is here to dispel the myths and provide actionable steps to empower women to feel their best during this new phase.\nToday on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Carrie Jones to discuss the changes women\u2019s bodies undergo at around age 40. Dr. Jones breaks down the stages and common symptoms women experience, how modern lifestyles can impact these symptoms, and the key labs women need to establish baseline data. She also highlights the importance of protein, maintaining and building skeletal muscle, and the role of mitochondria in hormonal health. Covering topics from HRT and key supplements to mood and boundaries, this episode is a must-listen for all women and anyone looking to support the women in their lives.\nDr. Carrie Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones, with over 20 years in the industry. Dubbed the \u201cQueen of Hormones,\u201d she was the first Medical Director for Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test) and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health. She co-hosts the highly popular show, the Root Cause Medicine Podcast, with over 10 million downloads. She is the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations.\n\xa0\nIn this episode, Dhru and Dr. Jones dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):\n\nWhat\u2019s going on with women\u2019s bodies around age 40? (00:00:40 / 00:00:40)\n\nDoes modern lifestyle impact these symptoms? (02:54 / 02:54)\n\nBreaking down the stages of perimenopause and menopause (06:28 / 10:23)\n\nThe role of mitochondria and hormones (09:30 / 14:18)\n\nThe role of protein during these key stages (12:33 / 16:28)\n\nKeeping and building skeletal muscle (14:20 / 18:15)\n\nTesting for accurate hormone assessment (16:28 / 22:25)\n\nWeight gain: accounting for calories and stress (21:00 / 26:57)\n\nHormone health and metabolic health (30:20 / 36:17)\n\nSleep as a key factor in metabolic health (32:00 / 37:57)\n\nMood and optimizing how you feel (37:00 / 42:57)\n\nHormone Replacement Therapy (42:00 / 47:57)\n\nSupplements to support transitions (47:30 / 53:27)\n\nSayings that resonate in your 40s (50:20 / 56:17)\n\n\nAlso mentioned in this episode:\n\nThe Root Cause of Medicine Podcast\xa0\n\nDr. Carrie\u2019s post about aging\xa0\n\nTrueMed\xa0\n\n\nTo learn more about Dr. Jones, follow her on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or her website.\xa0\n\nThis episode is brought to you by Bon Charge, Manukora, and Fatty15.\xa0\n\nRight now, BON CHARGE is offering my community 15% off; just go to boncharge.com/DHRU and use coupon code DHRU to save 15%.\n\nUpgrade to the creamiest honey, packed with antioxidants and prebiotics. Just go to manukora.com/dhru to get $25 off the Starter Kit and boost your energy, immunity, and digestive health today!\n\nFatty15 is offering an additional 15% off its 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Go to fatty15.com/dhru and use code DHRU to replenish your C15 levels for long-term health.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices