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**All About You With Dr Shauna Watts**

Join Dr Shauna Watts as she shares conversations with experts in women’s health, menopause, mental health, fertility, nutrition, ageing, weight loss, wellbeing and so much more. Shauna covers a variety of topics, from the mainstream to the taboo, to educate, de-stigmatise, inspire & empower you.

Dr Shauna Watts is a passionate family doctor, mum of 4, educator and business owner. Her obsession with understanding all things health and wellness has led to the creation of this podcast, All About You.

Latest Episodes:

The BIGGEST Menopause Brain Myth Debunked | Dr Sarah McKay Aug 01, 2026

Show notes

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Fear sells, especially when it comes to women's health.

One of the biggest claims circulating online is that without Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), your brain will rapidly decline during menopause. But what does the evidence actually say?

In this episode of All About You, Dr Sarah McKay, neuroscientist, author of The Women's Brain Book, and Director of the Neuroscience Academy, joins us to separate scientific evidence from social media hype.

Together, we unpack the latest research on menopause, dementia risk, HRT, sleep, alcohol, and women's brain health. Sarah explains why current evidence does not support using HRT to prevent dementia, why women appear to have higher dementia rates, and why factors like hearing loss, cardiovascular health, sleep regularity, education, and social connection deserve far more attention.

If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, this conversation offers a balanced, evidence-based perspective to help you make informed decisions without fear.

In this episode you'll learn:

➡️ What the latest research actually says about HRT and dementia

➡️ Why HRT is recommended for symptom relief, not dementia prevention

➡️ Why women are diagnosed with dementia more often than men

➡️ The difference between dementia prevalence and incidence

➡️ What the Women's Health Initiative really found

➡️ Why sleep regularity matters more than total hours slept

➡️ The surprising dementia risk factors most people ignore

➡️ How alcohol affects your brain during midlife

➡️ Why social media often exaggerates women's brain health risks

➡️ What new neuroscience research is revealing about women's brains

➡️ The latest findings on the contraceptive pill and brain health

Whether you're considering HRT, looking to protect your brain as you age, or simply want trustworthy information grounded in science, this episode is packed with practical insights and reassuring evidence.

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Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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Chapters

00:00 The Biggest HRT Myth

01:00 Does HRT Prevent Dementia?

03:20 What Current Research Really Shows

07:45 Why Scientists Disagree

11:30 Why More Women Have Dementia

16:25 The Lifestyle Risks That Matter Most

20:05 Why Sleep Protects Your Brain

25:20 Alcohol and Brain Health Explained

30:40 New Research on Women's Brains

35:05 The Contraceptive Pill and Brain Health

40:40 Social Media vs Real Science

43:00 Do Babies Leave Cells in Your Brain?

48:05 The Biggest Women's Brain Health Myth

50:20 What Actually Protects Your Brain

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Keywords

Hormone Replacement Therapy

HRT

Menopause Brain Health

Dementia Prevention

Alzheimer's Prevention

Menopause Symptoms

Brain Fog

Women's Brain Health

Dr Sarah McKay

Menopause Expert

HRT Benefits

HRT Risks

Menopause Research

Women's Health Podcast

Dementia Risk

Estrogen and Brain Health

Perimenopause

Sleep and Brain Health

Healthy Aging

Evidence Based Medicine

Women's Health

Neuroscience

Menopause Education

Brain Health Tips

Alzheimer's Risk Factors

Men, Give Me 10 Minutes And You’ll Understand Menopause Jul 26, 2026

Show notes

Menopause doesn't just affect women. It affects relationships too. If you've ever wondered why your partner seems different, this episode explains what's really happening and how you can support her through one of the biggest transitions of her life.

In this episode of All About You, Dr. Shauna Watts breaks down menopause, perimenopause and post-menopause from a partner's perspective. In just ten minutes, she explains why these hormonal changes affect far more than periods, and how understanding them can strengthen your relationship instead of creating distance.

Whether you're a husband, partner, friend or family member, this conversation will help you better understand the women in your life and support them through one of the most significant health transitions they'll ever experience.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause

• Why hormone changes affect mood, memory and emotions

• What causes hot flushes, night sweats and sleep disruption

• Why many women experience brain fog and anxiety during menopause

• How menopause can impact confidence, work and relationships

• The truth about changes in libido and intimacy

• Simple ways partners can provide meaningful support

• Why patience and understanding make all the difference

If this episode helped you better understand menopause, subscribe to All About You for expert conversations that empower you to make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing.

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Chapters

01:55 The Hormone Changes Men Should Know About

03:10 Why Mood Swings Aren't the Whole Story

04:25 Brain Fog, Memory & Mental Load Explained

05:40 Why Sleep Becomes So Difficult During Menopause

06:55 Hot Flushes, Night Sweats & Physical Symptoms

08:15 The Emotional Impact of Menopause on Women

09:35 How Menopause Affects Relationships & Communication

11:05 Changes in Libido and Intimacy Explained

12:30 What Partners Often Get Wrong About Menopause

13:50 How Men Can Better Support Their Partner

15:20 Small Changes That Make a Big Difference

16:45 Building a Stronger Relationship Through Understanding

18:00 Final Advice for Every Husband and Partner

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Perimenopause

Menopause Explained

Menopause Symptoms

Menopause for Men

Menopause Support

Understanding Menopause

Husbands Guide to Menopause

Supporting Your Wife Through Menopause

Relationships and Menopause

Hormone Changes

Perimenopause Symptoms

Women's Health

Hot Flushes

Mood Changes

Brain Fog

Sleep Problems

Hormone Health

Dr Shauna Watts

All About You Podcast

Brain Fog During Menopause: What's Really Happening? Jul 19, 2026

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Is menopause really making your brain worse, or have we been believing the wrong story?

In this episode of All About You, Dr Shauna Watts sits down with renowned neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay, author of The Women's Brain Book, to unpack what actually happens to the female brain during perimenopause and menopause.

From brain fog and memory changes to anxiety, ADHD diagnoses and hormone therapy, Dr Sarah separates social media myths from the latest neuroscience research. She explains why many women actually reach their cognitive peak during midlife, why emotional regulation improves with age, and how experience becomes one of your brain's greatest strengths.

Together, they explore why brain fog happens, how fluctuating estrogen affects the brain, the relationship between hot flushes and anxiety, and what the research really says about protecting your brain health as you age.

If you've ever worried that menopause is damaging your brain, this evidence-based conversation will completely change how you think about midlife.

Why your brain doesn't peak in your 20s
The truth about menopause brain fog
How estrogen influences memory, attention and cognition
Why many women are diagnosed with ADHD during perimenopause
The connection between hot flushes, anxiety and the nervous system
Whether hormone therapy can improve brain health
What white matter hyperintensities actually mean
The biggest lifestyle factors that protect your brain as you age
Why hearing loss is an overlooked risk factor for dementia
Evidence-based ways to maintain a healthy brain for life

Whether you're navigating perimenopause yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand how the female brain changes through midlife, this episode is packed with practical, science-backed insights that every woman should know.

If you enjoyed this episode, remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that brain aging isn't the whole story.

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00:00 Why Your Brain Doesn't Peak at 25

01:15 Meet Neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay

02:25 The Biggest Myths About the Midlife Brain

10:26 What Is Brain Fog, Really?

16:07 Hormones and the Female Brain Explained

24:34 ADHD and Perimenopause: What's Happening?

31:28 Hot Flushes, Anxiety and the Nervous System

36:16 Are Hot Flushes Damaging Your Brain?

43:59 The Best Ways to Protect Your Brain Health

48:46 Hearing Loss and Dementia Risk

53:01 Loneliness, Brain Health and Healthy Aging

55:00 Why Women's Brain Health Needs Better Research

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Perimenopause Brain Fog

Dr Sarah McKay

Women's Brain Health

Menopause Symptoms

Midlife Brain

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ADHD and Menopause

Cognitive Flexibility

Hormones and the Brain

Estrogen Brain Health

Menopause Podcast

Women's Health Podcast

Neuroscience

Perimenopause Symptoms

Hot Flushes

Brain Fog Explained

Women's Hormones

Healthy Aging, Longevity

Dementia Prevention

Brain Health After 40

Women's Cognitive Health

Midlife Women's Health

Hormone Therapy

HRT

Memory Problems

Menopause Education

Women's Brain Book

Dr Shauna Watts

Why Cancer Survivors Don't Feel “Normal” Again Jul 12, 2026

Show notes

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

You rang the bell. Your chemotherapy is over. Your scans are clear. Everyone tells you to celebrate.

So why do so many cancer survivors feel anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted and completely unprepared for what comes next?

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down again with oncologist Dr. Ranjana Srivastava to explore the often-overlooked reality of life after cancer treatment.

Together they discuss why many patients struggle most after treatment ends, the emotional weight of survivorship, persistent brain fog, fear of recurrence, body image, relationships, intimacy, quality of life, and why cancer care should never stop when chemotherapy does.

This episode is an honest conversation about recovery, resilience and treating the whole person, not just the disease.

Whether you're a cancer survivor, supporting someone through recovery, or you're a healthcare professional, this conversation offers practical advice, reassurance and hope.

In this episode you'll learn:

➡️ Why many cancer survivors struggle after treatment ends

➡️ How fear of cancer recurrence affects daily life

➡️ The truth about chemotherapy brain fog and cognitive changes

➡️ Why quality of life should be part of every treatment decision

➡️ How hormone therapies can impact physical and emotional wellbeing

➡️ Why patients should never feel guilty about discussing side effects

➡️ How relationships, intimacy and body image change after cancer

➡️ The role of exercise, nutrition and rehabilitation during recovery

➡️ Why every cancer patient deserves personalised care

Cancer treatment may end, but healing takes much longer. This episode reminds us that recovery is about far more than surviving. It's about rebuilding a life worth living.

If this conversation helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it.

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Chapters

01:07 Why life after cancer can be the hardest stage

03:18 Feeling abandoned after chemotherapy ends

05:18 Body image, relationships and life after cancer

08:02 Brain fog after chemotherapy explained

13:49 Why patients shouldn't suffer in silence

16:52 Cancer survivors don't have to be grateful all the time

20:18 Understanding treatment risks and quality of life

23:20 Scan anxiety and living with uncertainty

31:07 Why doctors avoid saying "you're cured"

35:10 The hidden mental health struggles after cancer

37:52 Intimacy, relationships and sexual health after treatment

42:00 Exercise, nutrition and recovery after cancer

46:07 Building the ideal cancer support team

50:29 Three lessons every cancer survivor should hear

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Keywords

Life After Cancer

Cancer Recovery

Cancer Survivorship

Cancer Survivor Support

Life After Chemotherapy

Recovering From Cancer

Cancer Recovery Journey

Fear of Cancer Recurrence

Scanxiety

Chemo Brain

Brain Fog After Chemotherapy

Emotional Recovery After Cancer

Mental Health After Cancer

Quality of Life After Cancer

Breast Cancer Recovery

Cancer Rehabilitation

Cancer Treatment Side Effects

Life After Cancer Treatment

Cancer Patient Support

Cancer Survivor Journey

Menopause is Causing Your Joint Pain | Here's What to Do Jul 05, 2026

Show notes

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

If you're a woman over 35, this may be one of the most important conversations you'll ever hear.

Orthopedic surgeon and longevity expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins Dr. Shauna Watts to explain why menopause affects far more than hot flushes. From muscle loss and osteoporosis to joint pain, heart health and cognitive decline, declining estrogen impacts nearly every system in the body.

Dr. Wright shares the science behind why women become frail as they age, why strength training is one of the most powerful forms of medicine, and how hormone therapy may help protect long-term health when used appropriately.

Whether you're approaching perimenopause, already post-menopausal, or simply want to age stronger, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice that could change the way you think about your future.

In this episode we discuss:

➡️ The connection between menopause and joint pain

➡️Frozen shoulder and musculoskeletal syndrome explained

➡️How menopause accelerates bone and muscle loss

➡️Osteoporosis, osteopenia and why fractures become so dangerous

➡️The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

➡️Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone explained

➡️Why protein becomes essential during menopause

➡️Anti-inflammatory nutrition for healthy aging

➡️Supplements for bone health, including vitamin D and calcium

➡️How to reduce your risk of frailty and maintain independence as you age

One of Dr. Wright's most powerful messages is that frailty isn't an inevitable part of aging. With the right knowledge and daily habits, women can build stronger bones, preserve muscle, protect their health and dramatically improve their quality of life.

If this episode helped you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs to hear this conversation.

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Chapters

00:00 Why Women Become Frail

02:13 Meet Dr. Vonda Wright

05:23 Why Menopause Causes Joint Pain

09:32 Making Your Estrogen Decision

13:21 Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone Explained

16:34 Building Muscle During Menopause

19:22 The Best Exercise Plan After 40

26:11 Weighted Vests & Bone Health

27:02 When Should You Get a DEXA Scan?

31:13 Can Osteoporosis Be Reversed?

33:22 Calcium, Vitamin D & Supplements

35:22 Changing the Way Doctors Treat Menopause

39:10 The Most Important Message for Women

42:09 Advice to Her Younger Self

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Keywords

menopause

perimenopause

Dr Vonda Wright

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hormone replacement therapy

HRT

estrogen

bone health

osteoporosis

muscle loss

strength training for women

menopause fitness

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women's health

healthy aging

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menopause joint pain

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The Things People Regret Most Before They Die | Dr. Ranjana Srivastava Jun 28, 2026

Show notes

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

What if the most important conversations at the end of life aren't about treatment, but about relationships, regrets, and the things we never say out loud?

Death is something every one of us will face, yet it's one of the subjects we talk about the least.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down with oncologist, author, and award-winning writer Dr. Ranjana Srivastava to explore what really happens when people approach the end of life.

Together they unpack the difficult conversations families often avoid, the pressure many patients feel to keep pursuing treatment, and what a “better death” might actually look like.

Drawing on decades of experience caring for people with advanced cancer, Dr. Ranjana shares the lessons she's learned from patients and families navigating some of life's hardest moments.

This is a conversation about honesty, dignity, compassion, and the human side of medicine.

In this episode:

➡️Why death and dying remain difficult topics in modern healthcare

➡️The cultural differences that shape how we talk about mortality

➡️Why many families avoid conversations about prognosis

➡️The hidden pressure patients feel to keep "fighting"

➡️The problem with warrior language around cancer

➡️How treatment can sometimes come at the cost of quality of life

➡️Understanding "time toxicity" and why it matters

➡️What palliative care really is and why it should start earlier

➡️The role of psychology and emotional support during serious illness

➡️The regrets dying patients most commonly express

➡️Practical advice for patients, families, and caregivers navigating end-of-life care

Dr. Ranjana's insights are compassionate, deeply human, and an important reminder that a good death is not about giving up hope. It's about understanding what matters most and making space for the conversations that truly count.

If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who may benefit from hearing it.

Because sometimes the most meaningful conversations are the ones we've been avoiding.

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Chapters

01:08 - Why We Need to Talk About Death More Openly

05:25 - Cultural Lessons on Death, Dying & Acceptance

10:55 - The Conversations Families Avoid Most

14:06 - When Treatment Delays End-of-Life Planning

19:34 - The Hidden Cost of Cancer: Time Toxicity

21:05 - Why Cancer Isn't a Battle to Win or Lose

24:25 - Should Families Tell Loved Ones They're Dying?

30:02 - Why Patients Often Don't Hear the Full Story

33:14 - The Missing Mental Health Support in Cancer Care

36:30 - What People Fear Most About Dying

38:19 - Why Palliative Care Should Start Earlier

43:26 - The Biggest Regrets People Have at the End of Life

46:16 - What Makes a Better Death?

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cancer support

quality of life

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dying with dignity

patient advocacy

caregiver support

Mortality

healthcare communication

The Midlife Health Checks Every Woman Should Ask For Jun 21, 2026

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Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/If you listened to our recent conversation on iron deficiency, this episode is the perfect follow-up.Many women assume symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, low mood, poor sleep and declining energy are simply part of perimenopause. But vitamin D and B12 deficiencies can create remarkably similar symptoms and are often overlooked in the process.In this episode of "All About You", Dr. Shauna Watts sit down with GP and women's health clinician Dr. Ebony Tosch to unpack two of the most common deficiencies we see in midlife women. They discuss why these deficiencies are so common, how they affect everything from mood and cognition to bone health, what optimal levels actually look like, and when supplements or injections may be necessary.They also explore the connection between vitamin D, magnesium and bone density, why B12 absorption becomes more challenging for some women, and the important blood tests worth discussing with your doctor.

If you've ever been told your results are "normal" but you still don't feel like yourself, this conversation may help you uncover an important missing piece of the puzzle.In this episode, they discuss:➡️ Why vitamin D deficiency is common even in sunny climates➡️ The role vitamin D plays in mood, immunity and bone health➡️ Normal versus optimal vitamin D levels➡️ The connection between vitamin D, magnesium and K2➡️ When bone density scans should be considered➡️ Common causes of vitamin B12 deficiency➡️ Symptoms of low B12, including fatigue and neurological changes➡️ The difference between oral supplements and B12 injections➡️ How medications can affect B12 absorption➡️ Why nutritional deficiencies are often mistaken for hormonal symptoms➡️ The blood tests every woman should understand in midlife➡️ How to advocate for yourself when seeking answers➡️ Perimenopause is only one part of the picture. Sometimes the symptoms you're experiencing have a different cause and, importantly, a different solution.If this episode helped you better understand your health, follow the podcast and share it with a woman who needs to hear this conversation.—------------Follow Dr. Ebony Toschhttps://www.healthhunter.au/practitioners/dr-ebony-toshhttps://www.drebonytosch.com/about-------------Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:Podcast Website: ⁠www.allaboutyoupod.com⁠.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.-----------------Chapters00:00 - Why Vitamin D & B12 Deficiencies Are So Common01:21 - Symptoms Often Mistaken for Perimenopause03:23 - Why Vitamin D Deficiency Happens Even in Sunny Countries05:31 - Normal vs Optimal Vitamin D Levels Explained06:56 - Do You Need Calcium With Vitamin D?08:14 - Best Vitamin D Supplements: D3, Dosage & Absorption11:08 - The Vitamin D, Magnesium & K2 Connection15:21 - Bone Density Scans: Why Women Should Test Earlier20:21 - Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms Every Woman Should Know22:02 - Foods Rich in Vitamin B1223:28 - Causes of Low B12: Gut Health, Alcohol & Absorption Issues26:23 - When B12 Injections Work Better Than Supplements32:05 - The Blood Tests Midlife Women Should Ask For --------Keywordsvitamin D deficiency symptomsvitamin B12 deficiency symptomsperimenopause fatiguebrain fog in menopausevitamin D and menopauseB12 deficiency in womenwomen's health podcastmenopause symptomsosteoporosis preventionbone density scanvitamin D supplementsvitamin B12 injectionsmidlife women's healthmenopause and nutrition

What Doctors MISS About Women 10+ Years After Menopause Jun 14, 2026

Show notes

Everyone is talking about perimenopause. But what about the millions of women who went through menopause years ago, before hormone therapy was widely understood, before the conversation changed, and before anyone told them they didn't have to simply suffer through it?

In this solo episode, Dr. Shauna Watts speaks directly to women in their 50s, 60s and beyond who have quietly accepted fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, poor sleep, low libido, bladder issues and a declining sense of wellbeing as an inevitable part of getting older.

Dr. Shauna unpacks the critical role estrogen plays far beyond reproduction, explaining how it influences brain function, metabolism, sleep, bone health, cardiovascular health and quality of life. She also explores the lasting impact of the 2002 Women's Health Initiative study, why so many women remain fearful of HRT, and what the latest evidence actually says about modern body-identical hormone therapy.

If you've ever been told your symptoms are "normal for your age," this conversation may completely change the way you think about menopause, aging and your future health.

In this episode:

• Why so many post-menopausal women have stopped expecting to feel well

• The symptoms often blamed on aging that may be linked to estrogen deficiency

• How estrogen impacts the brain, metabolism, sleep, bones and heart

• The surprising role of FSH and what it may reveal about long-term health

• What really happened after the Women's Health Initiative study

• The difference between older synthetic hormones and modern body-identical HRT

• Understanding breast cancer risk and hormone therapy

• Why the risks of untreated estrogen deficiency deserve more attention

• Essential health assessments to consider after menopause

• Vaginal estrogen, testosterone and other treatment options women should know about

• Why it's never too late to have an informed conversation about your health

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a woman who may have spent years believing she simply had to put up with how she feels.

Subscribe to All About You so you never miss future conversations designed to help women make informed decisions about their health, hormones and wellbeing.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247

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Chapters

00:00 - Why Post-Menopause Women Are Being Left Behind

01:01 - Have You Stopped Expecting to Feel Well?

03:02 - The Symptoms Women Keep Blaming on Aging

05:17 - What If We Got Menopause Completely Wrong?

06:09 - The Critical Role Estrogen Plays Beyond Reproduction

08:22 - The Hidden Cost of Long-Term Estrogen Deficiency

10:31 - Why Your Brain Never Stopped Asking for Estrogen

12:29 - Is Menopause a Natural Process We Should Treat?

13:48 - The Breast Cancer Fear Keeping Women from HRT

15:14 - Modern HRT vs The 2002 Hormone Study

17:26 - Understanding the Real Risks and Benefits of HRT

19:20 - The Essential Health Checks Every Post-Menopausal Woman Needs

21:22 - It's Not Too Late to Feel Like Yourself Again

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Dr Shauna Watts

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The Iron Deficiency MISTAKE Doctors Keep Missing in Women Jun 07, 2026

Show notes

Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here: https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world, yet countless women are still being told their iron levels are "normal" while struggling with fatigue, hair loss, brain fog, poor sleep and low energy.

In this episode of All About You, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down with GP and iron deficiency expert Dr. Ebony Tosch to unpack one of the most overlooked health issues affecting women, particularly during perimenopause and midlife.

Together they explore why ferritin is often a more meaningful marker than standard iron levels, how iron deficiency symptoms frequently overlap with menopause and thyroid conditions, and why many women spend years being reassured that their blood tests are "fine" when they're anything but.

Dr. Ebony explains the real causes of iron deficiency, the most effective ways to improve iron stores, and when an iron infusion may be a better option than oral supplements.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why iron deficiency is commonly missed in women

• The difference between iron, ferritin and anemia

• Which blood tests you should ask your doctor to order

• Common symptoms of low iron, including fatigue, hair loss and restless legs

• Why heavy periods remain one of the biggest contributors to iron deficiency

• How perimenopause can make iron deficiency harder to recognise

• The truth about oral iron supplements and why many women struggle with them

• How to improve iron absorption naturally

• When an iron infusion may be the right next step

• What to expect during an iron infusion

• The risks, side effects and benefits of IV iron therapy

• Why optimal iron levels matter more than simply being within the "normal range"

• How iron deficiency can impact sleep, energy, mood and overall wellbeing

If you've ever been told your blood tests are normal but you still don't feel like yourself, this conversation may provide some of the answers you've been looking for.

Remember: informed health decisions start with understanding the numbers that matter.

Follow All About You for more evidence-based conversations on women's health, perimenopause, menopause, hormones, nutrition and thriving through midlife.

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Chapters

01:24 – The Iron Deficiency Problem Doctors Still Miss

02:32 – The Blood Test Every Woman Should Know About

04:45 – Why Ferritin Matters More Than Iron Levels

05:37 – Signs & Symptoms Of Low Iron

06:45 – Heavy Periods, Perimenopause & Iron Loss

10:22 – What Ferritin Levels Are Actually Too Low?

11:28 – Why Iron Supplements Often Fail

12:43 – How To Improve Iron Absorption Naturally

17:24 – When It's Time To Consider An Iron Infusion

18:29 – Iron Infusions Explained: Risks & Benefits

24:33 – Hair Loss, Fatigue & Low Iron Recovery

35:35 – Dr Ebony's Most Important Iron Deficiency Advice

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What Every Woman in Her 50s, 60s & 70s NEEDS to Know About HRT May 31, 2026

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Learn more about the Rediscover You Program here:

https://youbydrshaunawatts.com.au/16-week-rediscover-you-menopause-program/16-week-rediscover-you-program/

For years, women were told menopause was simply something to “push through.”

Hot flashes, insomnia, anxiety, painful sex, brain fog, loss of motivation, all dismissed as normal aging.

But what if much of that messaging was wrong?

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Shauna Watts sits down with urologist, author, and menopause educator Dr. Kelly Casperson to unpack the modern evidence behind hormone therapy, the lasting impact of outdated research, and why so many women are finally questioning what they were told about HRT.

Together, they explore the women who were left behind after the 2002 WHI study sparked fear around hormones and why many women in their 60s and 70s are now seeking answers decades later.

Dr. Kelly also breaks down the growing conversation around testosterone for women, explaining why it’s about far more than libido alone. From motivation and mood to cognition, muscle health, and vitality, this episode challenges many of the assumptions women have carried for years about aging and hormones.

This is an empowering, evidence-based conversation about informed choice, modern menopause care, and helping women feel like themselves again.

What’s In This Episode:

→ Why an entire generation of women missed out on menopause support

→ What the WHI study actually showed and how it was misunderstood

→ Whether it’s ever “too late” to start hormone therapy

→ The truth about breast cancer risk and HRT

→ Why vaginal estrogen is still heavily misunderstood

→ The difference between oral synthetic hormones and transdermal estradiol

→ What women need to know about testosterone in midlife

→ Why libido is about more than sex drive

→ How hormones impact sleep, mood, cognition, joints, and motivation

→ The role of exercise and metabolic health in menopause care

→ Why women deserve individualized conversations about hormones

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a woman who deserves better information about menopause and hormones.

Follow All About You for more evidence-based conversations on midlife health, hormones, confidence, and thriving through every stage of life.

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Chapters

03:12 - Why So Many Women Were Left Without Support

06:28 - The Truth About the WHI Study & HRT Fear

09:41 - Can Women Start HRT After 60 or 70?

12:58 - The Timing Hypothesis Explained Simply

16:10 - Why “It’s Just Aging” Is a Harmful Myth

19:22 - Breast Cancer Fear vs Modern Evidence

22:35 - The Truth About Vaginal Estrogen Safety

25:48 - Testosterone for Women: More Than Libido

28:56 - Why Libido Is Really About Brain Motivation

32:14 - Hair Loss, Hormones & What’s Actually Happening

35:27 - The Real Benefits of Testosterone in Midlife

38:40 - What Women Actually Need to Feel Like Themselves

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