Could the rhythm between your heartbeats be secretly predicting how long you'll live? The tiny variations happening inside your chest right now might be the most overlooked health metric in modern medicine. While most people obsess over cholesterol and blood pressure, researchers have discovered that heart rate variability (HRV) may be a more powerful predictor of your longevity, stress resilience, and overall vitality. In this eye-opening conversation with renowned physician Dr. Molly Maloof, w...
Apr 29, 2025•57 min
Is your body being robbed of vital nutrients without you even realizing it? In this conversation, Dr. Jess shares her journey from conventional medicine to becoming a functional health crusader after the medical establishment labeled her a "disruptive physician" for questioning hospital practices. When chronic stress and professional battles triggered her own health crisis, she discovered the shocking truth about how our bodies can become severely depleted – despite eating well. Her vitamin B an...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Is the supplement you've been avoiding actually the key to aging powerfully? At 61, JJ Virgin is challenging everything midlife women have believed about creatine. In this eye-opening conversation, JJ explains why creatine isn't just for bodybuilders but might be essential for women's cognitive function, energy production, and even skin health after 40. She dives into how women naturally store less creatine than men, why our bodies produce only about half what we need daily, and why traditional ...
Apr 22, 2025•59 min
Is the "healthy" olive oil in your kitchen actually harming your body? Join Natalie Jill and TJ Robinson, The Olive Oil Hunter and founder of Fresh Pressed Olive Oil Club, to uncover the disturbing truth about the olive oil industry. 70% of olive oils on American shelves aren't at all what they claim to be and most bottles have lost their health benefits before you even open them! TJ reveals how the "don't cook with olive oil" marketing myth was created to double industry profits, and why most p...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Are parasites secretly stealing your energy and sabotaging your health? Back again to dive even deeper with "The Gut Genie” Laura Frontiero, to uncover the shocking truth about gut health, parasites, environmental toxins, and their connection to stubborn midlife weight gain and fatigue. Laura reveals why over 75% of people likely harbor parasites, yet most never connect them to their chronic fatigue, brain fog, or weight gain (when they should). Discover why gut health isn't just another wellnes...
Apr 15, 2025•49 min
What if everything you've been told about probiotics is actually preventing you from healing your gut? In this conversation, Natalie Jill and Tina Anderson, co-founder of Just Thrive Health, explore the often misunderstood world of gut health and probiotics. We tackle the common myths about probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, and shed light on the science behind spore-based probiotics. Learn the shocking truth about why most probiotics aren't delivering the benefits you expect and why for m...
Apr 11, 2025•58 min
This episode offers a judgment-free zone for women curious about eyelid procedures, with practical advice, honest recovery stories, and the empowering reminder that at this age and stage, you don't owe anyone an explanation for your personal choices. This honest chat dives into navigating the judgment that comes with beauty decisions—whether you choose interventions or age naturally—and the surprising psychological journey of seeing your face change after surgery. Host Natalie Jill and guest Kar...
Apr 08, 2025•56 min
Wonder why the heck what used to work for your workouts just doesn’t cut it anymore? In this conversation I am diving in with Chalene Johnson to the realities of midlife body changes–even when the scale barely moves, how hormonal changes during perimenopause impact where we store fat, and why the workouts we used to do actually worsen our inflammation. We share the zone two approach that transformed our bodies and has kept us aging powerfully. Beyond physical changes, we discuss the importance o...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Why do supplements that help others make you feel terrible? Why isn't your "healthy" diet working? Your DNA holds the answers. In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I talk with Kashif Khan, author of "The DNA Way," about how our unique genetic code determines our health outcomes in midlife. After overcoming five chronic diseases by aligning his lifestyle with his genetics, Kashif now helps others decode their DNA to prevent illness rather than just predict it. Discover why cholesterol might ...
Apr 01, 2025•55 min
Could the answer to women's health be found in a microscopic superfood well known in Asia? When Catharine Arnston's sister received a breast cancer diagnosis in 2008, neither could have predicted it would launch Catharine into a 15-year deep dive into what might be the most overlooked superfood on the planet: algae. What began as research into alkaline diets evolved into a mission to transform how we approach women's health, especially during the challenging perimenopause and menopause transitio...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 12 min
In this episode we are diving into what are some actual, tactical things we can start doing right now to start feeling better in perimenopause and menopause! With all of the information out there, what order do we need to start tackling these things – where do we even start?! In this conversation, Cynthia Thurlow discusses the complexities of perimenopause and menopause -- from why sleep should be your first priority (not hormones!), how the latest research is changing everything we thought we k...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 16 min
What if I told you that the answer to some of your most challenging midlife symptoms could be steeping in your kitchen right now?! Yep! In a cup of tea. In a world of quick fixes and pharmaceutical solutions that might sound hard to believe, BUT for centuries, some women have turned to plants for healing. Before there were pills for every problem, there were plants for every purpose. Today's conversation with master herbalist Kita Centella reveals how ancient plant wisdom is meeting modern women...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Common symptoms experienced by women during midlife, including weight gain, lack of energy, and mental fog are usually chalked up to be “just getting older” or “changing sex hormones”. But there is something critically important you need to understand: your thyroid. Thyroid health has been grossly overlooked and has been oversimplified and treated as a “one size fits all” approach. Truth is, our thyroid is far more complex (and important) than traditional doctors and blood labs make it out to be...
Mar 18, 2025•37 min
High blood pressure could mean your body's "garden hose" getting kinked. In this episode we discuss The Silent Killer (aka high blood pressure) and why it gets worse as we age. We get into why our hoses are kinked, what exactly is happening to make this worse in midlife, why your body might be stuck in “fight mode”, why traditional cardio is NOT the answer you thought it was, and a revolutionary approach to FIXING it – no medication necessary! Mark Young shares the fascinating science behind iso...
Mar 14, 2025•55 min
Here for Part 2 where we are cutting through the hype and nuances on blood sugar management, diet trends (from keto to carnivore to vegan), and what REALLY constitutes a healthy diet! This candid discussion provides practical insights for anyone navigating their 40s, 50s, and beyond lead by two leading nutrition experts, Natalie Jill (a master sports nutritionist) and Keri Glassman (a registered celebrity dietitian). We dive into how to optimize aging, manage cortisol and melatonin through diet ...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 10 min
How do we get it allllllll done?! In a world where we're constantly trying to balance career ambitions, family responsibilities, self-care routines, and personal goals, the feeling of overwhelm has become all too familiar. The common refrain "I don't have time" echoes in our minds as we juggle multiple priorities, often leaving us feeling behind, lacking motivation, and burnt out. Productivity expert and high-performance coach Sandi Glandt shared her strategies for "slaying your day". As someone...
Mar 04, 2025•49 min
Why does sleep seem to get harder and harder in midlife?! What the heck is causing it and what can we do about it?! How can we get more sleep in midlife? In this conversation with neurologist and sleep technology pioneer Dr. Dan Cohen, we discuss surprising insights about sleep, aging, and an innovative approach to improving both: Soltec. We explore the importance of deep, restorative Delta sleep and the role of different sleep stages. As the inventor of the first sleep diagnostic equipment in t...
Feb 28, 2025•52 min
In a world where health advice seems to change daily, complete with contradicting opinions and research, what happens when the path forward isn't clear? For Jen Delvaux, this question became intensely personal when a routine mammogram turned her world upside down. As a health-conscious individual who thought she was doing everything “right” based on what she had been taught, her breast cancer diagnosis catapulted her to completely reimagine her approach to health and wellness. Rather than lettin...
Feb 25, 2025•51 min
Morning stiffness? Knees popping or creaking? Shoulders lacking range of motion? Hip, back, or foot pain and injuries feeling like the norm? Have you heard the traditional go-to "solutions" – like getting cortisone shots, knee replacements, wearing braces, getting massages, and taking a “no pain no gain” approach to fitness – are your best (or only) answers? In this interview you will learn that pain is NOT an inevitable part of aging AND those "solutions" we've trusted for years? Many of them a...
Feb 18, 2025•55 min
If you're like most people, the last time you thought about mitochondria was probably in high school biology class. However, these tiny cellular powerhouses might be the missing link in understanding how we age and why our energy levels change as we get older. In this conversation we're diving deep into the world of mitochondrial health, exploring how these cellular powerhouses affect everything from your afternoon energy slump to your skin's aging process. From cutting-edge compounds like Uroli...
Feb 14, 2025•52 min
Want the unfiltered truth about those "miracle" weight loss shots everyone's talking about? Curious if seed oils are actually destroying your health? Or the protein myth that's making you overeat (and what to do instead)? Two leading nutrition experts, Natalie Jill (a sports nutritionist) and Keri Glassman (a registered dietitian), cut through the hype in this candid conversation about what really works, and what doesn't, for midlife women's health. If you are a woman navigating midlife health c...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Has your doctor dismissed those midlife symptoms as “just part of aging”? What if those migraines, that frustrating brain fog, and your vanishing sex drive were something you can actually fix? Meet Dr. Kelly Casperson, a pioneering urologist who's challenging everything we thought we knew about hormones -- like did you know testosterone isn't JUST for men?! In fact, it might explain why you're not feeling like yourself lately... Testosterone plays a vital role in various aspects of women's healt...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Are you desperately scrolling through Instagram at 3 AM... again? Trust me - you're not alone. And there's a fascinating reason why this keeps happening to women in midlife. Sleep coach Morgan Adams joins me for an eye-opening conversation about why sleep becomes so elusive in midlife. (Hint: Those hormones are up to their usual tricks!) Want to know why your trusty melatonin supplement might actually be working against you? Or why that evening glass of wine could be the real culprit behind your...
Jan 28, 2025•45 min
Ready for some juicy skincare secrets from someone who's been there, done that, and learned the hard way? Remember those days of slathering on baby oil and baking in the sun? (Guilty as charged!) But what happens when that carefree teenage tanning habit comes back to haunt you decades later? In this week's episode of Midlife Conversations, I'm diving deep with Dr. Mamina, the triple board-certified dermatologist who's taking social media by storm. And trust me, she's not holding anything back. W...
Jan 21, 2025•52 min
Try DrinkHRW and get 15% off by using the code 'NATALIEJILL' at check out: https://midlifeconversations.com/hydrogen What if everything you've heard about hydrogen water was only part of the story? Meet Alex Tarnava, the scientist who's devoted his career to understanding this fascinating molecule. He's here to share what's real, what's not, and why it matters - especially in midlife. Get ready to hear: The real connection between hydrogen water and those stubborn pounds that won't budge The sur...
Jan 17, 2025•49 min
Join our free fat loss as we age workshop HERE: www.Nataliejillclass.com Join the next round of Total Body Thrive HERE: www.Tototalbodythrive.com Get the 7 Day Jump Start™ at www.The7DayJumpStart.c om Have you ever wondered why some women seem to crack the weight loss code while you're still stuck following the same old advice that doesn't work? You're about to discover the unconventional secrets that helped 750 midlife women transform their bodies in just 7 days. (And no, it's not another fad d...
Jan 14, 2025•26 min
Grab your FREE seat to the live interactive workshop, Lasting Fat Loss for Midlife Women HERE: www.NatalieJillClass.com In today's episode of Midlife Conversations, you'll discover how one woman transformed her health when traditional medicine wasn't enough. After 35 years of following every rule for Type 1 diabetes management, Kristen was still struggling. Then she discovered Total Body Thrive, and everything changed. What happened? She finally learned the truth about nutrition - the stuff your...
Jan 07, 2025•57 min
Join me for my FREE LIVE workshop: "Lasting Fat Loss for Midlife Women" at www.Nataliejillclass.com where I'll reveal the complete system for transforming your midlife body! Turn your SOMEDAY into STARTING now! WHY 92% OF NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS FAIL (AND HOW TO BE IN THE 8%) Remember when you promised yourself LAST January would be different? Let's talk about why those resolutions keep falling flat (especially when it comes to fat loss in midlife!) In this eye-opening episode of Midlife Conversa...
Dec 31, 2024•30 min
Ready for a juicy conversation that might completely change how you think about your vision? You know that moment when someone tells you everything you thought you knew might be... wrong? That's exactly what happened in this mind-opening episode of Midlife Conversations. Ever wondered if those reading glasses sitting on your nose right now are actually helping or hurting you? What if I told you there might be a natural way to see clearly without them? Meet Claudia Muehlenweg, who's about to chal...
Dec 27, 2024•56 min
Ready to discover the secrets of age optimizing? Meet Regan Archibald, my go-to peptide guru, who's about to challenge everything you thought you knew about getting older. (Spoiler: It's not what your doctor told you.) What if those "normal" cholesterol numbers aren't telling the whole story? And why are GLPs creating such a buzz in the longevity world? We dive deep into game-changing peptides like BPC-157, Sermorelin, and Melanotan. Trust me - these could be the missing pieces in your health pu...
Dec 17, 2024•59 min
