The Truth About Caregiver Burnout (And How to Build a Support Team)

In this episode of Menopause Mastery, I sit down with Dr. Melissa Batchelor—nurse practitioner, Alzheimer's researcher, and host of This Is Getting Old—to tackle one of the biggest fears women face in midlife: dementia. We dive into what really causes Alzheimer's, how it silently begins in your 40s and 50s, and why sleep, strength training, and clean eating are non-negotiables if you want to protect your brain. This conversation is packed with science-backed insights and practical tools for reducing your long-term risk—starting now. We also explore the emotional weight of caregiving as part of the "sandwich generation," offering a realistic look at what it means to care for aging parents while raising a family and navigating your own health. From how to build a care team to understanding the differences between assisted living and skilled nursing, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to age well, plan ahead, and support loved ones with clarity and confidence. Links: - Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec - Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ - Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ - Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/ Produced by Evolved Podcasting: https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com/   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: - Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/  - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyAMurrayCN/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bettymurray_phd/   Connect with Melissa Batchelor:  -Website: https://melissabphd.com/ -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MelissaBPhD_TheNurse/ -Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-batchelor-murphy/   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.