The Better Beyond 40 Formula with Dr. Mary Pines

Helping smart, driven women over 40 — and those who support them — ditch the confusion, cut through the midlife wellness nonsense, and understand what's happening in their bodies with science-based, deeply supportive care and relatable stories delivered with compassion, clarity, a dash of humour, and zero BS. Hosted by Dr. Mary Pines, a Cambridge-trained PhD biomedical scientist, The Better Beyond 40 Formula Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating perimenopause and menopause with confidence. Each episode covers the real science behind hormonal changes, practical strategies for managing symptoms, and honest conversations about what midlife actually feels like for women today. Topics include perimenopause symptoms, estrogen and progesterone balance, thyroid health, cortisol and stress, sleep disruption, weight changes after 40, brain fog, mood shifts, gut health, pelvic floor health, HRT, and building a life that feels truly good on the other si