1245. What Nobody’s Telling You About Perimenopause: HRT Myths, Misdiagnoses & Unexpected Symptoms w/ Jeannie Mai

1245. What Nobody’s Telling You About Perimenopause: HRT Myths, Misdiagnoses & Unexpected Symptoms w/ Jeannie Mai

Author: Heal Squad March 18, 2026 Duration: 41:00
Hey Heal Squad! We are back with Jeannie Mai and this time things get peri-personal…see what we did there? But seriously…if you’ve ever wanted someone to break down perimenopause in the simplest, most honest way, this episode is for you. Jeannie opens up to Maria about the moment she realized something was changing in her body. Things like disrupted sleep, forgetfulness. brain fog and dips in confidence. She shares how confusing the symptoms can feel and why so many women end up misdiagnosed when hormones are actually the root cause. We also talk about Jeannie’s new docu-series Balance on Apple TV and how it's helping lift the lid on what women really need to know about perimenopause. She also shares where she stands on dating right now and what she hopes men will understand about what women are going through during perimenopause. If you’re a woman in your 30s, 40s, or beyond ….or you just want to better understand what the women in your life may be experiencing… this is one conversation you definitely don’t want to miss. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Perimenopause symptoms are often misunderstood: Things like brain fog, insomnia, forgetfulness, mood changes, and confidence dips can all be linked to hormonal shifts. Many women are misdiagnosed instead of having their hormones evaluated: Symptoms are sometimes labeled as depression or anxiety when the root issue may actually be hormonal imbalance. Education around hormones is empowering: Understanding options like HRT & watching a docu-series like Balance on Apple TV can help women navigate this phase with more clarity. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Follow Jeannie Mai on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejeanniemai/?hl=en Follow Jeannie Mai on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HelloHunnay Watch Balance on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/balance-a-perimenopause-journey/umc.cmc.r2wdprizn57hvmrkkmx1hdd2 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

There’s a raw honesty to Heal Squad x Maria Menounos that comes from a place few hosts can genuinely claim. Maria Menounos doesn’t just discuss wellness from a theoretical standpoint; she’s lived through the kind of health crises that redefine a life-a personal brain tumor, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, infertility, and caring for her mother through a similar illness. She channels those profound experiences into every conversation, transforming her survival into a practical, empowering resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their own health. This daily podcast feels like a trusted friend cutting through the noise, offering clarity on everything from mental resilience and physical fitness to the nuanced realities of chronic conditions and preventive care. You’ll hear from leading experts and compassionate voices, but always filtered through Maria’s perspective as an Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author who knows how to ask the real questions. The goal isn’t perfection, but progress-actionable steps and relatable stories that make taking control of your well-being feel possible, not intimidating. Tune in for a candid, grounded approach to healing that acknowledges the struggles while consistently pointing toward sustainable solutions and hope.
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