In this episode, Mary sits down with Jennifer Gularson, certified physician assistant and functional medicine practitioner, to explore what women truly need during midlife—and why the current healthcare system often falls short.
Together, they unpack hormone therapy across the lifespan, including estrogen, progesterone, and the often-overlooked role of testosterone for women, as well as the growing use of peptides and GLP-1 agonists for weight management. Jennifer explains why symptom-based care misses the bigger picture and how a root-cause, functional medicine approach—grounded in nutrition, sleep, stress, relationships, and movement—can be life-changing.
The conversation also dives into the psychosocial and relational aspects of libido, intimacy, and body image in menopause, the barriers women face in accessing appropriate hormone care, and the future of personalised medicine through genetic testing and AI—without losing the essential human connection in healthcare.
Jennifer's message serves as a powerful reminder women deserve more than quick fixes. They deserve care that listens, integrates science with spirituality, and supports long-term vitality, autonomy, and self-trust.
Connect with Jennifer at yourbestlifewithjennifer.com, @jennifergularson
00:10 Why women are demanding better menopause care
03:45 From traditional medicine to functional medicine
09:30 What “root cause” medicine really means
16:20 Hormones, libido, and intimacy in midlife
25:10 Testosterone therapy for women: myths & barriers
34:40 Weight gain, estrogen loss & GLP-1 medications
44:30 Lifestyle foundations that actually move the needle
52:10 Genetics, AI & the future of personalised healthcare
58:30 Reclaiming women’s health, voice & power
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Meet the host, Mary, a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Women’s Coaching Specialist supporting women - peri to post.
Mary is also a corporate educator, helping forward-thinking organizations foster a menopause-friendly workplace and design policies and accommodations for employees. Click to learn more https://emmeellecoaching.com/menopauseatwork
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