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Amy Alkon

Confused by Menopause Advice? Science Writer Amy Alkon Explains Why

Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormones

Hot flashes, brain fog, anxiety, insomnia—these aren’t just signs of “getting older.”

They’re signals your body is trying to tell you something, and for too long, women have been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told “everything looks normal.”

In this fiery and fearless episode of Sofia Unfiltered, host Riley Rees sits down with award-winning science writer Amy Alkon, author of Going Menopostal, to confront the complexity and confusion surrounding menopause.

Amy exposes how decades of flawed science, gender bias, and underfunded research left generations of women suffering needlessly. Together, she and Riley unpack what’s really happening in women’s bodies, the truth about hormone therapy, and how to become your own fiercest health advocate.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, invisible, or confused about what’s happening to your body in midlife, this conversation is your wake-up call.

Want to learn more about how hormones change during and after perimenopause? Check out Dr. Tami Meraglia’s blog post, “Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormones: What Every Woman Needs to Know” for a deeper look into hormonal health and balance.

About Amy Alkon

Amy Alkon is an award-winning science writer, syndicated advice columnist, and author of five books—including her latest, Going Menopostal. Known for turning complex science into empowering strategies, Amy helps women understand their biology, reframe confidence, and speak up when it matters most.

A past president of the Applied Evolutionary Psychology Society and a TED speaker, Amy has been featured in The New York Times, TIME, The Washington Post, and more. Her work bridges evidence, empathy, and empowerment—helping women navigate menopause and beyond with facts, not fear.

In this episode, we chat about:

  • Why your “normal” labs might be missing what’s really going on
  •  The hormone most doctors overlook—and why it matters
  •  Why perimenopause isn’t “menopause lite”
  •  What to ask when your care feels dismissive or incomplete
  •  How to reframe discomfort and advocate for the treatment you deserve.

Episode resources:

  • Learn more about Amy’s work for women’s health on her website.
  • Follow Amy Alkon on Instagram.
  • Explore more insights in Amy’s book, “Going Menopostal.” Available now on Amazon.

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Click here and download a free chapter of Going Menopostal.

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If you’re ready to stop being dismissed and start being heard, Sofia Health connects you with compassionate, evidence-based practitioners who understand women’s midlife health:

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