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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2026 · 31 MIN

Midlife Myths & Facts: Menopause & Skin Care

from Let’s Talk Midlife Crisis Podcast

We play a game of Myth or Fact about menopause and skincare with our special guests Paige and Paige, revealing surprising truths about our bodies and debunking common misconceptions.• Only losing three tablespoons of blood during your period is normal—more could indicate a medical concern• Over 5,000 euphemisms for periods exist worldwide, including "the English have landed" in French• Acne doesn't necessarily go away with age, often connecting to hormone fluctuations like excess androgens• Menopause itself doesn't cause memory loss—general brain aging is the real culprit• Disney produced "The Story of Menstruation," a period education film in the 1940s funded by Kotex• Sunscreen should be worn daily because UVA rays penetrate windows and cause aging even without burning• Oily skin doesn't naturally resist wrinkles better than other skin types• 54% of women surveyed reported ruining every pair of underwear due to their period• Sleep cycles and light exposure can affect menstrual regularity due to melatonin's role in reproductive hormonesSubscribe, share with a friend who needs some midlife wisdom, and connect with us on social media at Let's Talk Midlife Crisis.Sources:Myth of Fact Questions & Answers:https://www.helpingwomenperiod.org/7-amazing-facts-about-periods-that-everyone-needs-to-know/https://www.healthline.com/health/menopause/menopause-factshttps://www.cosmopolitan.com/health-fitness/a12091987/period-facts/Disney Movie The Story of Menstruation (1946)https://www.google.com/search?q=1940s+disney+movie+on+periods&rlz=1C5MACD_enUS1071US1074&oq=1940s+disney+movie+on+periods&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i160l4j33i671.13401j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:e850fbb4,vid:vG9o9m0LsbI,st:0And for a limited time, enjoy 41`% off luxurious bamboo sheets to stop night sweats🛒 Cozy Earth - Luxurious bamboo sheets, pajamas, & more💰 Get 41% OFF | Promo Code: LETShttps://cozyearth.com/discount/LETSThanks for listening! Follow us on our social channels https://www.youtube.com/@Letstalkmidlifecrisis-mh2bf/videos https://www.instagram.com/letstalkmidlifecrisis/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091451734861

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