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EPISODE · May 15, 2026 · 44 MIN

Why Your Doctor Says You’re “Normal” But You Feel Like Crap (Perimenopause vs. Burnout)

from Create The Best Me · host Carmen Hecox

Are you tired of being told your labs are “normal” when you know something is off? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Will Haas, founder and CEO of VYVE Wellness in Charlotte. Together, we discuss the frustrations so many high performers (especially women) face when they hit that midlife wall: unexplained fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight, and a new reality where old routines just don’t work anymore.We dive into:The difference between burnout and perimenopause (and why they so often overlap)Why standard labs don’t always reveal the real cause behind your symptomsWhat deeper tests really show about hormones, recovery, and cellular healthHow to use heart rate variability (HRV) as your “check engine” light for burnoutThe truth about GLP-1 drugs, “skinny fat,” and rebuilding your metabolism the right wayIf you’ve ever left the doctor’s office feeling dismissed or confused…the conversation is about to change.Music from:Epidemic Sound Call to Action: Ready to stop settling for "normal"? Hit Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!Comment below: What is one change you are going to make to your recovery routine this week?Share: Send this to a friend who needs to hear this exact message today.Make sure to come back next week, we have another amazing episode lined up with more strategies to help you navigate midlife with energy and confidence! 📕 Resources: https://createthebestme.com/ep168https://vyvewellness.com/get-started Related Episodes:🎧 Listen to these episodes next: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1949561/episodes/19143428 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1949561/episodes/19069119  #vyvewellness #DrWillHaas #Perimenopause #MidlifeHealth #FunctionalMedicine #BurnoutRecovery #GLP1 #MitochondrialHealth #CreateTheBestMe #takecontrolofyourhealth 📨 Newsletter:https://createthebestme.com/newsletter/ 👀 Connect With Me:Website: https://createthebestme.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/createthebestmeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmenhecox/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@carmenhecoxYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@createthebestmeLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/carmen-hecox 📽️ Video Request:https://forms.office.com/r/LvLV1AsBfv

Are you tired of being told your labs are “normal” when you know something is off? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Will Haas, founder and CEO of VYVE Wellness in Charlotte. Together, we discuss the frustrations so many high performers (especially women) face when they hit that midlife wall: unexplained fatigue, brain fog, stubborn weight, and a new reality where old routines just don’t work anymore. We dive into: The difference between burnout and perimenopause (and why they so often ove...

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