#8: Social Health and Longevity: Navigating Life Transitions with Danielle Ruiz

Send us Fan MailSocial Health and Longevity: Navigating Life Transitions with Danielle RuizIn this episode of Biohacking Eve, host Judith Mueller and guest Danielle Ruiz, CEO and Chief Medical Officer of Everest Health, explore the complex impact of general ageing, perimenopause, and menopause on women’s social health. They discuss the hormonal shifts that influence self-perception, relationships, and career performance, highlighting the vital role of social engagement in physical and emotional well-being.Danielle shares insights from her work at Everest Health, showcasing how personalised interventions—from hormone therapy to lifestyle changes, EMDR, and hyperbaric oxygen treatments—can optimise health and longevity for women. The conversation also touches on the broader societal implications of ageing, gender differences in health, and practical strategies for maintaining well-being through different life stages.LinksWww.goeverest.com@goeveresthealthResourcesThe Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der KolkHow Not to Die – Michael GregerThe Secret Life of Fat – Sylvia TaraHappyLight SAD lamp (Verilux)Countertop water filterTimestamps:00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Changes in Perimenopause01:06 Welcome to Biohacking Eve Health Optimisation 01:33 Guest Introduction: Danielle Ruiz 01:49 Everest Health: A Focus on Longevity 04:06 The Impact of Social Health on Women 07:08 The Role of Relationships in Women’s Health 08:06 Loneliness and Social Connections 11:28 Hormonal Changes and Their Effects 18:11 Lifestyle Interventions for Better Health 20:09 Technology and Social Interactions 23:44 Positive Behaviours and Role Models 27:29 Challenges of Changing Habits 28:17 Family Culture and Health 29:27 Evolution of the Healthcare System 32:21 Gender Differences in Ageing 34:50 Impactful Books and Recommendations 38:28 EMDR and Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment 42:22 Personal Health Investments 46:34 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysInsta/TikTok: @BiohackingEveWebsite: www.BiohackingEve.com