Ep #167: Menopause & Women of Color: Real Talk with Samantha Montpetit-Huynh

In this conversation, trainer and coach Samantha Montpetit-Huynh and Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist, menopause educator, published menopause researcher, and cofounder of wearemorphus.com, discuss perimenopause and menopause, including race, symptoms, stress, GLP‑1s, strength, and how culture shapes experiences in perimenopause and menopause.Highlights:Samantha’s experience growing up biracial, coming into her power, and finding her voice in midlife.Women of color experience earlier/more intense symptoms, care gaps, and medical racism.Women who feel unheard can experience increased stress and cortisol levels, which can impact their sleep and lead to weight gain, especially around the belly.Vocabulary that helps us discuss race respectfully and clearly.GLP‑1s are now a part of flashy influencer promos, while it's still unclear what the long‑term health risks are, and why solid lifestyle foundations matter the most.Overtraining in midlife: signs you’re doing too much and simple workout modifications to prevent it.The considerable importance of protein + strength, blood sugar management, and how these factors can influence our long-term independence and quality of life.80/20 food approach and ditching guilt because balance beats perfection.Links:Samantha: @samcoretrainerRetreat: Flip Flops & Hot Flashes (Costa Rica) Send us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4xaREJK Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO  ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.