Dr. Mindy Pelz on the Wisdom That Emerges from Menopause

Dr. Mindy Pelz on the Wisdom That Emerges from Menopause

Author: Hoda Kotb, TODAY January 14, 2026 Duration: 42:17
Dr. Mindy Pelz is a New York Times bestselling author and clinician focused on women’s health, hormones, menopause, and aging. She sits down with Hoda to talk about her latest book, "Age Like a Girl," and how studying menopause changed the way she views the female body’s evolution through midlife. Plus, she shares why challenges later in life offer an opportunity to live more intentionally. Listeners should consult their healthcare provider before making changes to their diet or fasting routine.

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