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 We Need To Stop Confusing Strength With Suffering.

We Need To Stop Confusing Strength With Suffering.

Lindsey Vonn’s courage is undeniable—but when elite athletes compete through serious injury, the message absorbed by millions can be complicated. Admiration and concern can coexist, especially when toughness risks becoming the standard over wisdom.

Feb 11, 2026

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6 minutes

Fitness · Dr. Jen's Take
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 Let's Talk About (Great) Sex

Let's Talk About (Great) Sex

Menopause may shift your hormones, but it doesn’t have to steal your intimacy. Here’s what’s happening to your body in midlife—and why sexual health is treatable, supported, and absolutely worth prioritizing.

Feb 11, 2026

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5 minutes

Sexual & Gyn Health · Menopause & Hormones
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 Navigating a "No" When You're Seeking a GLP-1

Navigating a "No" When You're Seeking a GLP-1

If your doctor won’t prescribe a GLP-1 medication, there’s usually a reason—and it’s not always personal. Here’s a practical, evidence-based roadmap for women over 50 navigating eligibility, safety, insurance, and next steps.

Feb 11, 2026

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8 minutes

Weight & GLP-1s
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 Why I Think the Term 'Longevity' is BS

Why I Think the Term 'Longevity' is BS

Longevity has become a buzzword—often sold with expensive promises and thin evidence. For women over 50, the real goal isn’t chasing 110, it’s building vitality and health span that make life feel better right now.

Feb 11, 2026

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6 minutes

Longevity & Aging · Dr. Jen's Take
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Why “Just Drink More Water” Isn’t The Whole Story

Why “Just Drink More Water” Isn’t The Whole Story

We assume water is safe by default—but outdated infrastructure, emerging contaminants, and packaging raise real questions. Here’s what actually matters when it comes to clean, trustworthy hydration.

Feb 4, 2026

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6 minutes

Nutrition
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 The 3 Cooking Oils I'd Recommend For Skin Moisturizer

The 3 Cooking Oils I'd Recommend For Skin Moisturizer

You don’t need an expensive lotion to hydrate aging skin. These are the three cooking oils I recommend using as body moisturizers—and why they work.

Feb 4, 2026

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4 minutes

Skin & Hair
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Breathwork: The "Exercise" You Should Be Doing

Breathwork: The "Exercise" You Should Be Doing

Breathwork isn’t about “just calming down”—it’s a direct way to regulate your nervous system. Here’s how a few minutes of intentional breathing can reduce stress, improve sleep, and restore steadiness after midlife.

Feb 4, 2026

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5 minutes

Sleep, Stress & Mind
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Low Bone Density and Algae-Derived Calcium: What Does The Science Show?

Low Bone Density and Algae-Derived Calcium: What Does The Science Show?

Algae-derived calcium is being marketed as a safer, more “natural” way to support bone health—but when you look past the green halo, the science tells a more cautious story.

Jan 28, 2026

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5 minutes

Bone Health · Supplements · Worth It or Waste?
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