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Antigravity Wellness: Perimenopause and Menopause Optimized
by DrNicoleSmith
Welcome to Antigravity Wellness, the podcast dedicated to empowering women through the transformative stages of perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Dr. Nicole Smith, a specialist in women's health, this podcast offers practical advice, expert insights, and compassionate support to help you navigate these changes with confidence and ease. Join us as we explore topics ranging from hormonal shifts and symptom management to emotional well-being and lifestyle tips, all aimed at lifting the weight and helping you feel lighter and more vibrant.
Episodes
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Is progesterone making you feel worse instead of better?
In this episode, I explain the most common progesterone side effects, why they happen, and what you can discuss with your healthcare provider before giving up on treatment. We’ll talk about fatigue, grogginess, dizziness, mood changes, bloating, headaches, breast tenderness, changes in bleeding,...
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This Is Not Your Mother’s Menopause: Hormones, Strength & Thriving in Midlife
Welcome to episode 81 of Antigravity Wellness! Menopause doesn't have to mean accepting weight gain, muscle loss, weaker bones, poor sleep, or feeling like your best years are behind you. In this special “This Is Not Your Mother’s Menopause” breakout session, Dr. Nicole Smith is joined by women’s...
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Episode #80 - What Actually Helps You Sleep Better?
Welcome to episode 80 of Antigravity Wellness! If you're struggling to fall asleep, waking up repeatedly, waking too early, dealing with night sweats, or spending enough time in bed but still waking up exhausted, this episode is for you. In this Midlife Sleep Masterclass, Dr. Nicole Smith…
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Episode #79 - Stronger for Life: Protecting Your Bones, Muscle & Independence in Midlife
Welcome to episode 79 of Antigravity Wellness! In this special women’s midlife health workshop, Dr. Nicole Smith is joined by Dr. Desiree Lyle to discuss what women can do now to protect their bone density, muscle mass, strength, mobility, and independence as they age. Osteoporosis often develops...
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Episode #78 - Why You Can’t Sleep: It’s More Than Your Hormones
Welcome to episode 78 of Antigravity Wellness! If your sleep has suddenly changed during perimenopause or menopause, another supplement or generic “sleep hack” may not be the answer. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains why midlife sleep problems can have multiple underlying causes—and why...
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Episode #77 - The Habits That Make You Better: How to Track What Actually Works
Welcome to episode 77 of Antigravity Wellness! What daily habits actually help you become the best version of yourself? In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares the simple paper habit tracker she uses to stay accountable to the things that help her feel and function at her best—from hydration and...
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Why Belly Fat Gets Harder to Lose After 35
Welcome to episode 76 of Antigravity Wellness! If you've noticed belly fat getting harder to lose after your mid-30s, you're not imagining it. Hormonal changes during perimenopause can shift where your body stores fat, slow muscle growth, increase cortisol, and make traditional dieting less...
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Episode #75 - Why You Can't Sleep in Perimenopause
Welcome to episode 75 of Antigravity Wellness! Struggling with sleep in perimenopause? You're not alone—and it's not simply because you're "bad at mornings." In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explores the many reasons sleep becomes more challenging during midlife and why quality sleep is one of…
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Episode #74 - Why Doing LESS Improves Your Hormones After 40
Welcome to episode 74 of Antigravity Wellness! Are you constantly busy but still feel like you're falling behind? In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares one of the most powerful mindset shifts for women navigating perimenopause and menopause: identifying your one thing—the single priority that...
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Episode 73: One Thing at a Time: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything in Midlife
Welcome to episode 73 of Antigravity Wellness! Feeling overwhelmed? Trying to do everything—but still feeling exhausted, stuck, or burned out? In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares one of the most impactful mindset shifts that has transformed both her own health journey and the way she helps...
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Episode #72 - PMDD Explained: When PMS Becomes Something More
Welcome to episode 72 of Antigravity Wellness! PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is far more severe than PMS and is often mistaken for depression, anxiety, burnout, or even ADHD. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down what PMDD is, why it happens, and how hormone fluctuations can...
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Episode #71 - Why Your Hormones Feel Out of Control After 40
Welcome to episode 71 of Antigravity Wellness! In this inspiring episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares a powerful reminder that midlife is not a time for decline—it’s a time for reinvention. Drawing from her personal experiences, clinical practice, and upcoming book, You're Not Crazy, she discusses…
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Episode #70 - Perimenopause Symptoms - Why Diet & Exercise Stop Working After 40
Welcome to episode 70 of Antigravity Wellness! Many women in perimenopause believe they need more discipline, stricter diets, and harder workouts to feel better—but that approach often backfires. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains why hormone changes during perimenopause can create…
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Episode #69 - Strength Training in Perimenopause: The Most Powerful Tool for Hormones, Metabolism & Aging Well
Welcome to episode 69 of Antigravity Wellness! Strength training during perimenopause isn’t just about getting toned—it’s one of the most powerful tools women have for improving hormones, metabolism, bone density, energy, and long-term health. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains how…
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Episode #68 - PCOS to PMOS? The Major Shift Happening in Women’s Hormone Health
Welcome to episode 68 of Antigravity Wellness! There’s a major update happening in women’s health—and it’s changing how we think about PCOS. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith from Antigravity Wellness explains the shift from PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) to PMOS, and why this condition is...
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Episode #67 - The 3 Biggest Things Women Over 40 Need for Hormones, Muscle & Metabolism
Welcome to episode 67 of Antigravity Wellness! Struggling with weight gain, low energy, stubborn belly fat, or changing hormones in perimenopause or menopause? In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down the three biggest things women over 40 need to focus on to improve body composition…
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Episode #66 - Strong Bones After 40: Why Calcium Isn’t Enough to Prevent Osteoporosis
Welcome to episode 66 of Antigravity Wellness! Bone health isn’t just about calcium—and it’s not just something that declines with age. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains what actually builds and maintains strong bones, especially during perimenopause and menopause. She breaks down the...
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Episode #65 - Bone Health in Perimenopause: The Truth About Calcium, Hormones & Strength Training
Welcome to episode 65 of Antigravity Wellness! Bone health in perimenopause isn’t just about calcium—it’s about three key pillars: nutrition, hormones, and stimulus (strength training). In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down what women need to know about preserving bone density and...
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Episode #64 - It’s Not a Motivation Problem: The Biology Behind Midlife Burnout
Welcome to episode 64 of Antigravity Wellness! Feeling unmotivated in perimenopause isn’t a discipline problem—it’s often a biology problem. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains why when everything feels harder, it’s usually a sign that something deeper is off—like hormones, sleep, thyroid...
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Episode #63 - You Can’t Out-Supplement a Poor Diet: Nutrition for Hormones & Bone Health
Welcome to episode 63 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down why nutrition is the foundation for hormone health and osteoporosis prevention—especially during perimenopause. She explains that most women aren’t overeating—they’re undernourished, particularly when it...
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Episode #62 - The Bone Health Window: Why Your 40s Matter More Than You Think
Welcome to episode 62 of Antigravity Wellness! Most women in their 40s aren’t thinking about bone health—but they should be. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith explains why bone loss accelerates rapidly during the first 5–10 years after menopause and why this period is a critical window for...
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Episode #61 - Why You Feel Like You’re Regressing: The Truth About Hormones & Emotional Dips
Welcome to episode 61 of Antigravity Wellness! If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right—but still crashing emotionally, mentally, or physically—you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down why progress in perimenopause isn’t linear and how hormone fluctuations can...
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Episode #60 - Behind the Book: Self-Doubt, Science & the Pressure to Get It “Perfect”
Welcome to episode 60 of Antigravity Wellness! In this raw, behind-the-scenes episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares an honest moment from her journey of finishing her book on perimenopause and midlife health. She opens up about the self-doubt that can come with creating evidence-based work—especially…
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Episode #59 - Think You’re Too Young for Perimenopause? Think Again
Welcome to episode 59 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions in women’s health: hot flashes are not the first sign of perimenopause. She explains how symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, mood changes, and weight gain often...
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Episode #58 - Is Your Body Betraying You? Perimenopause Symptoms Explained
Welcome to episode 58 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith helps women reframe how they view their bodies during perimenopause—shifting from frustration and self-blame to curiosity, awareness, and empowerment. She explains that your body isn’t working against you—it’s...
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Episode #57 - Menopause Myths, Energy, and What’s Really Happening in Midlife
Welcome to episode 57 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down key insights from the M-Factor 2 documentary and addresses some of the most common misconceptions about perimenopause and menopause. She explains how menopause timing is influenced not only by genetics…
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Episode #56 - Why Perimenopause Causes Fatigue, Pain & Hormone Changes
Welcome to episode 56 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down the real hormonal changes happening during perimenopause and early menopause—and why so many women suddenly feel exhausted, achy, and unlike themselves. If you’ve been experiencing fatigue, brain fog, or...
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Episode #55 - Midlife Expansion: Breaking Limiting Beliefs & Reclaiming Your Energy
Welcome to episode 55 of Antigravity Wellness! In this inspiring session, Dr. Nicole Smith focuses on empowering women to embrace new adventures in midlife and beyond—free from limiting beliefs and societal expectations. She shares how this phase of life can be vibrant, exciting, and deeply...
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Episode #54 - Antigravity Wellness Book Club Kickoff: Reclaiming Health & Clarity in Perimenopause
Welcome to episode 54 of Antigravity Wellness! In this kickoff session of the Antigravity Wellness Book Club, Dr. Nicole Smith introduces her upcoming book on perimenopause, currently with the editor and expected to be published within about 12 weeks. She explains how both the book and her…
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Episode #53 - Ferritin & Fatigue: The Most Overlooked Lab in Women’s Health
Welcome to episode 53 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith dives into one of the most overlooked labs in women’s health: ferritin, your body’s iron storage level. Many women—especially in perimenopause—experience fatigue, brain fog, hair shedding, restless legs, heavier...
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Episode #52 - Understanding Midlife Hormones, Real Symptoms & Real Solutions
Welcome to episode 52 of Antigravity Wellness! In this live “Open Office” session, Dr. Nicole Smith discusses women’s hormone health and the very real physiologic shifts that occur in perimenopause and menopause. She explains why many women over 35 experiencing fatigue, brain fog, mood changes,...
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Episode #51 - 3 Symptoms Women Over 35 Think Are Normal… But Aren’t
Welcome to episode 51 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith breaks down three symptoms many women over 35 assume are just “part of getting older” — but are actually signals from the body that something deeper needs attention. • Exhaustion despite doing everything right – When...
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Episode #50 - From Obligation to Overflow: Mindset, Strength & Slowing Down to Speed Up
Welcome to episode 50 of Antigravity Wellness! In this personal and reflective episode, Dr. Nicole checks in and shares completing her second workout of the week and a real-life look at what midlife self-care, healing, and mindset work actually look like. Join us as she celebrates doing enough…
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Episode #49 - Rebuild Your Health by Stabilizing What Matters First
Welcome to episode 49 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith shares a practical roadmap for rebuilding health in midlife by strengthening your foundations first—just like laying bricks in a wall. Join us as we walk through how to stabilize core systems including the gut,...
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Episode #48 - Midlife Health from the Root: Functional Medicine, Hormones & Preventing Disease Before It Starts
Welcome to episode 48 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith reframes midlife health through a functional medicine lens—focusing on optimizing interconnected systems before symptoms turn into diagnosable disease. Join us as we explore why midlife weight gain is not a willpower...
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Episode #47 - Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Building a Multimodal Approach to Midlife Health
Welcome to the Episode #47 of Antigravity Wellness! In this conversation, Dr. Nicole Smith shares personal insights on why self-care is not optional—especially for women navigating midlife. She breaks down how sustainable wellness comes from a multimodal approach, not one-size-fits-all routines....
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Episode #46 - Optimized Hormone Ranges for Women: Progesterone, Estrogen & Testosterone
Welcome to episode 46 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, founder of Antigravity Wellness and board-certified menopause provider, leads a live discussion on the ideal hormone ranges for progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone. Dr. Nicole explains the difference…
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Episode #45 - The Big 3 Hormones Every Woman Needs to Understand: Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone
Welcome to episode 45 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, breaks down the three key hormones every woman needs to understand—estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone—and why “normal” labs often don’t tell the full story in perimenopause and menopause. Learn how each...
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Episode #44 - Boosting Energy & Combating Fatigue During Perimenopause
Welcome to episode 44 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, dives into the challenges of fatigue and low energy during perimenopause and menopause. Learn practical strategies to improve sleep, manage stress, support hormones, and naturally boost energy through nutrition,...
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Episode #43 - Winter Mood & Perimenopause
Welcome to episode 43 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, explains why so many women experience lower mood, fatigue, cravings, and brain fog during winter—and why these changes become more pronounced in perimenopause. Learn the physiology behind winter mood shifts…
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Episode #42 - The Best & Worst Holiday Foods for Hormone Health
In this enlightening episode, Dr. Nicole Smith sits down with Aleah Hammer, owner of Curve Appeal in Kennewick, Washington. Aleah is a specialist in body contouring and laser hair removal, helping individuals feel more confident in their skin. Together, they dive into the connection between her...
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Episode #41 - How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Gaining Weight
Welcome to episode 41 of Antigravity Wellness! In this episode, we dive into simple, science-backed strategies to help you enjoy the holidays without packing on extra pounds. Join us as we explore practical tools like the Plate Method, the pre-party protein trick, alcohol and hormone truth, the...
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Episode #40 - Managing Holiday Stress Without Wrecking Your Health: 7 Science-Backed Strategies to Protect Your Hormones This Season
Welcome to episode 40 of Antigravity Wellness! In this timely and practical episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, shares 7 powerful, science-backed strategies to help you manage holiday stress without sabotaging your health. Learn how to protect your hormones, maintain your energy, and actually enjoy…
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Episode #39 - Hormones, Hustle, and Health: Reclaiming Power & Productivity in Midlife
Welcome to episode 39 of Antigravity Wellness! Feeling exhausted by 2 PM? Forgetting why you walked into a room? Lying awake at 3 AM despite being completely drained? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not broken. In this special episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, shares her full guest...
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Episode #38 - Crowned & Confident: Building a Heart-Aligned, Burnout-Proof Business with Yarden Carroll
Welcome to episode 38 of Antigravity Wellness! In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Yarden Carroll, founder of Crowned Creative™, to talk about building a business that’s both profitable and deeply fulfilling—without sacrificing your health, peace, or relationships. Yarden is a…
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Episode #37 - Testosterone in Women — The Overlooked Hormone That Could Change Everything
Welcome to episode 37 of Antigravity Wellness! In this empowering solo episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP and founder of Antigravity Wellness, breaks down why testosterone isn’t just a “male hormone”—it’s essential for women’s energy, strength, libido, and mental clarity, especially in perimenopause....
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Episode #36 - Skin & Hair Health in Perimenopause: Collagen, Biotin & Beyond
Welcome to episode 36 of Antigravity Wellness! Noticing thinning hair, dry skin, or sudden breakouts in your 30s and 40s? It’s not just aging—it’s your hormones. In this episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP and founder of Antigravity Wellness, explains why perimenopause impacts your skin and hair—and...
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Episode #35: The Power of Mindset: Overcoming the Fear of Aging
Welcome to episode 35 of Antigravity Wellness! In this inspiring solo episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, founder of Antigravity Wellness, shares how the fear of aging is often rooted in misinformation, hormone imbalances, and outdated cultural beliefs—and what you can do about it. Join us as we...
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Episode #34 - Midlife Metabolism Reset: Why Your Old Routine Isn’t Working—And What Will
Welcome to episode 34 of Antigravity Wellness! In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Nicole Smith, DNP, founder of Antigravity Wellness, unpacks one of the most frustrating—and misunderstood—challenges women face in midlife: a suddenly sluggish metabolism. If you’ve been eating clean, working out…
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Episode #33 - Why Women Over 40 Can’t Sleep (and What to Do About It)
Welcome to episode 33 of Antigravity Wellness! Are you struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling anything but rested? If you're in your late 30s to 50s and wondering why sleep has suddenly become so elusive—this episode is for you. In this short but powerful solo episode, Dr....
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Welcome to Antigravity Wellness, the podcast dedicated to empowering women through the transformative stages of perimenopause and menopause. Hosted by Dr. Nicole Smith, a specialist in women's health, this podcast offers practical advice, expert insights, and compassionate support to help you navigate these changes with confidence and ease. Join us as we explore topics ranging from hormonal shifts and symptom management to emotional well-being and lifestyle tips, all aimed at lifting the weight and helping you feel lighter and more vibrant.
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