Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky

Author: Andrea Donsky, nutritionist

Welcome to Menopause Reimagined, your go-to podcast for transformation and education around menopause and midlife wellness.Im Andrea Donsky, your host. With over 20 years as a multiple-award-winning nutritionist, four-time published researcher, and menopause educator, I bring you real talk and trusted guidance. As co-founder of wearemorphus.com, Im dedicated to helping you take control of your perimenopause and menopause journey.Each episode is designed to empower you with actionable insights. You can expect deep dives into nutrition, lifestyle shifts, supplements, hormone management, and the latest womens health research. We cover sexual health, mental well-being, practical tips, and more, all with a focus on helping you thrive confidently and naturally through every stage of midlife.No topic is off limits. My mission is to banish the stigma of menopause by talking about it openly and honestly. Youre not crazy or aloneweve got each other.If you find value in the show, please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform because it helps more women discover these empowering conversations. And dont forget to share your favorite episodes and interviews with friends and loved ones who might benefit.Follow me on TikTok (@andreadonsky) & Instagram (@andreadonsky & @wearemorphus).Thanks for listening!
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Ep #188: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) & HRT with Dr. Felice Gersh
Thursday, 16 April, 2026

In this interview, Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist, published menopause researcher, menopause educator, author, and co-founder of wearemorphus.com, discusses PCOS and HRT with Dr. Felice Gersh, an integrative gynecologist and women’s health expert specializing in hormones, menopause, and the connection between lifestyle and hormonal balance.Topics:Going back to basics with menstruation, periods, cycles, and PCOS.How the female moon rhythm relates to all body systems and hormonal cycles, not just fertility and reproduction, including metabolic and immune functions.The connection between PCOS and inflammation. Why having an imbalance of estradiol (deficient), progesterone (deficient), and progesterone (too abundant) creates a cascade of health issues, including but not limited to insulin resistance and high blood pressure, as well as accelerated aging and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, etc.It's not all bad news; by cycling hormones at physiological doses (equivalent to a younger woman), many chronic health conditions can be prevented or delayed.Discussion around GLP-1 and estradiol, as well as fertility and pregnancy outcomes.Windows of time where hormone replacement can and should happen, and how the data from the Women's Health Initiative is still skewing the data for these recommendations.Why Prempro is still dangerous despite the removal of the black label warning on hormone therapy.What you need to know about bleeding and HRT.Links:Learn more about Dr. Felice Gersh's Practice, Integrative Medical Group of Irvine https://integrativemgi.com/Send us Fan Mail ======Morphus: Menopause Reimagined💊 Shop Morphus Supplements: https://wearemorphus.com/collections/all📖 Pre-order "Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition & Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best." (Simon & Schuster, May 5, 2026)Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/4r2IDz3 Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4rFj7jk 📰 As seen in USA Today: https://bit.ly/43nrMwO ✅ Fill out our surveys: https://bit.ly/4jcVuLh🦋 SUBSCRIBE to our list: https://bit.ly/3VdDA0VFOLLOW US: TikTok @andreadonsky & @wearemorphusInstagram: @wearemorphus | @andreadonskyFacebook: /wearemorphusDISCLAIMER: This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider. This podcast contains affiliate links; Morphus may earn a commission. Thank you for your support.