Step Count Doesn't Matter (And Other Myths We Need to Bust)

This episode tackles three major misconceptions about menopause and women's health. From why your daily step count isn't helping your vitamin D levels to the truth about perimenopause diagnosis and surprising connections between fertility struggles and menopause timing. Key Takeaways: • Sitting time affects vitamin D levels in postmenopausal women more than total daily steps • Perimenopause diagnosis is typically clinical based on symptoms, not blood tests • Women with primary infertility reach menopause about one year earlier than other women • Period changes in your mid-40s don't automatically signal perimenopause • Moving throughout the day matters more than hitting step goals for vitamin D status Sources & References: • Sedentary behavior affects vitamin D in postmenopausal women more than step count (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42265878/) - PubMed • How do I know when I've hit perimenopause? Guardian debunks common myths (https://www.theguardian.com/global/2026/jun/07/perimenopause-diagnose-how-to) - The Guardian • Women with infertility history reach menopause one year earlier (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42228436/) - Menopause Journal Listen with full show notes: https://hotflasher.com/episodes/2026-06-10-myth-busting Have a menopause story to share? We'd love to hear it: https://hotflasher.com/share --- Hot Flasher provides informational content only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns.