In this episode of Grab Life by the Ovaries, we’re joined by Dr. Alexandra Sowa, a dual board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, nationally recognized expert in metabolic health, and author of the best-selling book The Ozempic Revolution (HarperCollins, 2025).

Dr. Sowa is the founder of SoWell, the first doctor-developed wellness brand designed specifically for GLP-1 users, and a Clinical Instructor at NYU School of Medicine. Through her multi-state telehealth clinic, she has helped thousands of patients use GLP-1 therapies safely, sustainably, and effectively—cutting through hype, misinformation, and one-size-fits-all weight loss narratives.

Together, we dive into:

• What GLP-1 medications actually do in the body
• Why metabolism, hormones, and midlife changes matter more than willpower
• Common mistakes women make when starting GLP-1s—and how to avoid them
• The importance of nutrition, muscle, and long-term behavior change alongside medication
• How women in perimenopause and menopause should think differently about weight, health, and metabolic resilience

This is an honest, science-grounded conversation about using tools wisely, not chasing quick fixes—and why supporting women’s health at midlife requires nuance, compassion, and evidence.

If you’ve been curious, confused, or skeptical about GLP-1 medications, this episode will help you make sense of the landscape and understand how these therapies fit into a bigger picture of long-term health and vitality.

👩‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Alexandra Sowa, MD
📘 Author of The Ozempic Revolution
📍 Founder, SoWell
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Ever wondered how much your environment influences your daily health behaviors—your movement, sleep, stress, and sense of wellbeing?

In this episode of PAUZ: Grab Life by the Ovaries, we sit down with Dr. Habib Chaudhury, Professor of Gerontology at Simon Fraser University and a leading expert in environmental gerontology, to explore how the places we live shape our health as we age.

Dr. Chaudhury shares insights from decades of research on:

• How physical and social environments influence health behaviors over time
• What makes communities truly age-friendly
• Designing spaces that support people living with dementia
• Key considerations for midlife adults—and for those caring for aging parents

We also discuss why environment matters just as much as medical care when it comes to healthy aging, independence, and quality of life.

Dr. Chaudhury is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Aging and Environment, serves on national advisory boards on dementia and aging in Canada, and has authored several foundational books in the field. His work has been funded by organizations including CIHR, PHAC, and CMHC, and he was the recipient of the Environmental Design Research Association Career Award.

If you’re thinking about your own future—or the future of your parents—this conversation will change how you think about health, home, and community.

🎧 Listen now and learn how environment shapes aging—often in ways we don’t even realize.

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Sleep, Menopause, and What You Can Actually Do — with Dr. Andrea Matsumura

Sleep problems aren’t just “part of aging” — and during perimenopause and menopause, poor sleep can quietly drive everything from brain fog and mood changes to weight gain, cardiovascular risk, and burnout.

In this episode of PAUZ: Grab Life by the Ovaries, we’re joined by Dr. Andrea Matsumura, MD, MS, FACP, FAASM — board-certified sleep medicine physician, menopause expert, and founder of the D.R.E.A.M. Sleep Method™.

Known as the Sleep Goddess, Dr. Matsumura blends science, strategy, and soul to help women understand how hormonal shifts impact sleep — and what actually works to restore rest, resilience, and long-term health.

Together, we cover:

• Why sleep disorders are often missed or misdiagnosed in women
• How menopause changes sleep architecture and circadian rhythms
• The connection between sleep, hormones, and chronic disease risk
• Practical, evidence-based steps you can take now to improve sleep
• Why protecting sleep in midlife is foundational to healthy longevity

This is a must-listen conversation for any woman navigating midlife who’s tired of being told to “just manage stress” or “sleep when you can.”

✨ Because sleep isn’t a luxury — it’s medicine.