Hormones, Healing, And Life After 40

Описание: Feeling “off” isn’t a personality trait—it’s data your body is handing you. We sit down with Dr. Oemil Rodriguez, hormonal nutrition specialist and co-founder of Melo Wellness Center, to explore how midlife health can be calmer, clearer, and far more joyful when you align hormones, sleep, and sustainable habits.

We dig into the mindset shift that turns 40 and beyond into an opportunity: optimize hormones, protect brain and heart health, and trade fear for intention. Dr. Rodriguez breaks down the long-standing myths about hormone therapy and explains how modern evidence paints a more nuanced picture, especially for cognition and cardiovascular support when used wisely. You’ll learn why normal lab ranges don’t always equal optimal health, and how symptoms like 2 a.m. wakeups, brain fog, low libido, and stubborn weight signal imbalances worth addressing. We also spotlight the unsung hero of hormonal balance—restorative sleep—and share practical steps to improve melatonin rhythm and lower cortisol.

Weight loss gets a reality check too. GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide aren’t cheating; they’re tools that demand structure. Dr. Rodriguez outlines a smarter pathway that pairs medication with protein-forward nutrition, resistance training, and coaching to preserve muscle and prevent rebound. We explore supportive therapies used at Melo Wellness—red light therapy for inflammation and collagen, IV nutrients like glutathione for oxidative stress, and lymphatic drainage for recovery—plus how portion control and cultural foods can fit into a nourishing plan without rigid rules.

You’ll also hear Dr. Rodriguez’s personal journey from the Dominican Republic to Tampa, the creation of a “healing space” rather than a clinic, and a chapter she titles Rooting in Passion. If you’re ready to trade guesswork for guidance and turn midlife into a season of clarity and energy, this conversation gives you a map. If this resonated, follow the show, share it with someone you care about, and leave a review to help more people age with intention.