Hormones affect so much more than reproduction—they influence our energy, mood, metabolism, brain health, muscle mass, sleep, and how we age. So why are so many women only talking about them once symptoms become impossible to ignore?

This week, Kelly sits down with Yale-trained endocrinologist, physician-scientist, and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Florence Comite to discuss a more proactive approach to women’s health. They break down what estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone each do in the body, how chronic stress can impact hormones, what really happens during perimenopause and menopause, and why metabolic health may be just as important as hormone health.

They also discuss the lab markers worth paying attention to, the difference between “normal” and “optimal” blood work, the connection between biological aging and lifestyle, and the daily habits—from strength training and nutrition to glucose monitoring—that can have the biggest impact on long-term health.

Visit Dr. Comite's Website here. (florencecomite.com)

Buy Dr. Comite's Book Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer

 

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Hormones affect so much more than reproduction&mdash;they influence our energy, mood, metabolism, brain health, muscle mass, sleep, and how we age. So why are so many women only talking about them once symptoms become impossible to ignore?
This week, Kelly sits down with Yale-trained endocrinologist, physician-scientist, and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Florence Comite to discuss a more proactive approach to women&rsquo;s health. They break down what estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone each do in the body, how chronic stress can impact hormones, what really happens during perimenopause and menopause, and why metabolic health may be just as important as hormone health.
They also discuss the lab markers worth paying attention to, the difference between &ldquo;normal&rdquo; and &ldquo;optimal&rdquo; blood work, the connection between biological aging and lifestyle, and the daily habits&mdash;from strength training and nutrition to glucose monitoring&mdash;that can have the biggest impact on long-term health.
Visit Dr. Comite's Website <a href="https://florencecomite.com">here</a>. (florencecomite.com)
Buy Dr. Comite's Book <a href="https://www.theinvinciblebook.com">Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer</a>
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The Velvet's Edge Podcast is an invitation to explore the beautiful, messy truth that real growth is an inside job. Hosted by Kelly Henderson—a celebrity stylist and men's groomer who has learned firsthand that "looking good" on the outside only gets you so far—this podcast is a space for the conversations you don't always hear out loud.

Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.

This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.

The Velvet's Edge Podcast&nbsp;is an invitation to explore the beautiful, messy truth that real growth is an inside job. Hosted by&nbsp;Kelly Henderson&mdash;a celebrity stylist and men's groomer who has learned firsthand that "looking good" on the outside only gets you so far&mdash;this podcast is a space for the conversations you don't always hear out loud.
Life has a way of knocking us flat, and Kelly believes there is purpose in that pain. She uses her own journey of plot twists to show that true beauty is found by going inward. On some days, you'll hear deep dives with therapists, healers, and other people who have turned their pain into something beautiful. On other days, Kelly and Chip Dorsch&nbsp;laugh their way through the weird, messy "WTF is this life?" moments, because growth is easier when you and your bestie can laugh through it together.
This podcast is for you if you've ever felt empty despite doing everything you were "supposed to" do. It's for you if you're stuck in a toxic relationship cycle and don't know how to get out. It's for you if you're in the middle of a total life plot twist and have no idea where to start. You aren't broken beyond repair. You are simply a human on a soul's journey, and even though we each have our own path, it's a lot easier when we have a little help from our friends.

Velvet's Edge with Kelly Henderson

How to Age Better: Hormones, Metabolism & Women’s Health with Dr. Florence Comite (The Velvet)

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