Did you know that two-thirds of people with Alzheimer's are women? Did you know that women over 60 are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than breast cancer? Here's the thing: Most of the diseases causing dementia starting developing in the brain 20 years before clinical symptoms show, which for many women, is around the time of menopause, begging the question, what role does menopause play in our brain health? The good news is that almost half of Alzheimer's cases can be prevented with lifestyle changes. During this Alzheimer's Awareness Month, two of the foremost Canadian brain researchers, Dr. Liisa Galea (@liisagalea) and Dr. Jenny Rabin (@drjennyrabin), join me to discuss this disease that impacts over 600,000 Canadians today and will impact three times that in the next several decades - most of them, in women.

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo.

Producer: Melissa Grelo.

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.

In 2024, the world was buzzing with the name Ozempic as weight loss drugs took center stage. Celebrities were coming forward left and right, crediting these drugs with transforming their lives. The once-taboo topic of weight loss drugs has been slowly losing its stigma, thanks in part to none other than Oprah Winfrey herself, who openly shared that she achieved her best weight with the help of a weight loss drug. But who exactly are these drugs for? How do they work? And most importantly, are they safe and right for you? Who shouldn't be taking them and why. It's time to delve into the world of obesity, Ozempic, and the powerful influence of Oprah on this week's episode. Joining us once again is expert obesity physician, Dr. Sasha High (@sashahighmd). Get ready for an eye-opening discussion!

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Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo.

Producer: Melissa Grelo.

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.

Are you struggling to maintain a healthy weight as you get older? You're not alone. Despite the abundance of information on healthy living, obesity rates in Canada have doubled since the 1970s, leading to an increase in obesity-related chronic diseases. And if you add menopause to the mix, the challenge becomes even more complex. According to the National Institute of Health, women gain an average of a pound per year during the menopause transition, with 20% gaining 10 pounds or more during this period. To make matters worse, almost 40% of women in menopause are either overweight or obese, potentially leading to negative health outcomes. But how do we do this without falling prey to dangerous diet culture? It's time to take control of our weight and learn how to age powerfully. Join me as I speak with top Canadian obesity physician, Dr. Sasha High (@sashahighmd), as she explains what science says about being overweight, having obesity and how to achieve our best, healthiest weight for life. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!

Episode supported by @felixhealthca (felixforyou.ca)!

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com. Find clips of the show on YouTube @MelissaGrelo.

Producer: Melissa Grelo.

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.