#183 – Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris
In this enlightening episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, Jill and Chris sit down with Dr. Marcia Harris, a trailblazer in women’s health and hormone optimization. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Harris shares her wisdom, compassion, and science-backed insights to help women better understand the powerful (and often misunderstood) transition of midlife.
Dr. Harris breaks down what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause, debunks the most persistent myths, and explores the emotional and physical shifts women experience. The conversation dives into hormone therapy, including what “bioidentical hormones” really mean and how symptoms and lab results both play a role in determining the best course of care.
She also sheds light on midlife fatigue, adrenal health, and the critical role lifestyle plays in balancing hormones, improving energy, and managing stress. With practical tips and empowering stories from her patients, Dr. Harris helps women see this stage of life not as a decline—but as a powerful new beginning.
We discuss:
- Why perimenopause is often overlooked—and what you need to know
- The most common myths about menopause (and what’s actually true)
- What bioidentical hormones are and how they differ from traditional hormone therapy
- The truth about adrenal fatigue and why midlife exhaustion is so common
- How stress, nutrition, sleep, and movement affect hormonal balance
- What one lifestyle change can make the biggest difference
- Inspiring real-life stories of women who reclaimed their energy and vitality
Resources & Links:
Visit Dr. Marcia Harris’s website: www.drmarciaharris.com
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