143: SOLO episode: What's my hormone therapy dose, talking back to doctors, sore hips and more

Send a textIn this solo episode of the Hotflash inc podcast, host Ann Marie McQueen kicks things off by responding to a listener question about whether she's mega-dosing estrogen, breaking down how to check your prescription and what guidelines to follow. Then, she reflects on her recent experience giving a keynote speech at Arab Health – navigating imposter syndrome, unexpected encouragement, and how she bounced back from her "no one would help the little hen" moment.Ann Marie also dives into:How she’s declaring January 29  as Hotflash Inc's official fresh start.The ongoing debate over hormone therapy and the pushback she gets from doctors.Why she's cutting out sugar (again) and the surprising effect it has on her pain levels.The challenges of standing up for herself, saying no, and asking for what she deserves.What happens when you think someone is hating your talk... and they turn out to be your biggest fan.Why she refuses to endorse fitness programs that don’t align with how she – and most women – wants to train.Plus, a shoutout to stay tuned for Hotflash inc Podcast guest Steph Ziev’s upcoming TEDx talk, a reminder to be the CEO of your own health, and an open invitation to text her – if she can ever figure out how to reply!The Hotflash inc Podcast is:One of the Top 60 Menopause Podcasts In the top 3% percentile on Listen Notes#1 on Goodpods’ Top 10 Women’s Health Podcasts list Thank you to our sponsor Timeline NutritionMitopure supports cellular energy and longevity—now available with a 10% discount! Visit timeline.com/HOTFLASH and use the code HOTFLASH to claim your offer!Join the Hotflash inc perimenoposse: Web: hotflashinc.comNewsletter: Hotflash inc. on SubstackTikTok: @hotflashincInstagram: @hotflashincX: @hotflashinc Episode website: Hotflashinc Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | Substack See hotflashinc.com/privacy-policy for privacy information