The Future of Perimenopause is Data

In this episode of 9 to 5 Wellness, I'm joined by Heidi, a scientist and the co-founder and CEO of Peri, the first wearable and AI platform built to track perimenopausal symptoms. We talk about the gender gap in health research, why so many women's perimenopausal symptoms get dismissed, and how tracking hot flashes, night sweats and anxiety can help you advocate for yourself and personalize HRT. We also get into why midlife is such an important window for long-term health, especially when you're at the peak of your career.  🌟 🌟 🌟Order Peri HERE With This Exclusive Offer Get $100 off Peri with this 9 to 5 Wellness special link: https://www.myperi.co/shopify-page?utm_campaign=perionpod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=9to5wellness Click the link and enter the code PERIONPOD at checkout for an extra $50 off. Peri is FSA and HSA eligible. Learn more at myperi.co. Key Takeaways Perimenopause has no age. It can start as early as 35 and can last 7 to 10 years. The data gap is real. Many medications and health benchmarks were built mostly on men. There's no single blood test for perimenopause. Hormones fluctuate too much for one snapshot. Your symptoms matter beyond comfort. Hot flashes and night sweats may be linked to long-term risks, including heart disease, the number one killer of women. Be the CEO of your own healthcare. Bring data to your appointments, and if you feel dismissed, keep looking for a provider who listens. Look at the whole picture. HRT, exercise and nutrition work best together. Give yourself grace. Don't wait until you can't cope to get support. Time Markers 00:00 Perimenopause Episode Intro 00:56 Meet Heidi From Peri 03:06 Key Takeaways Up Front 04:48 The Women’s Health Data Gap 06:20 Why Perimenopause Matters 10:00 Dismissed Symptoms At Work 11:49 Why Diagnosis Is Hard 12:43 How The Peri Wearable Works 16:48 Insights Reports And Patterns 21:34 Tracking HRT And Titration 24:35 Future Of Personalized Care 25:39 Patient Story And Mission 26:48 Funding and Data Momentum 27:52 Perimenopause at Work 28:59 Planning and Self Compassion 32:41 Peri Tracker Demo 35:14 Why It Wears Here 37:12 Symptoms and Longevity 41:22 HRT and Holistic Tools 45:11 Getting Started Guide 47:38 Discount and Wrap Up  🌟 🌟 🌟Order Peri HERE With This Exclusive Offer Get $100.00 off + Get EXTRA $50.00 OFF with the code PERIONPOD Get $100 off Peri with this 9 to 5 Wellness special link: https://www.myperi.co/shopify-page?utm_campaign=perionpod&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=9to5wellness Click the link and enter the code PERIONPOD at checkout for an extra $50 off. Peri is FSA and HSA eligible. Learn more at myperi.co. Connect with Peri and us through these links: Peri: myperi.co My website: aeshatahir.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aeshatahir Instagram: @tone_and_strengthen Partner with 9 to 5 Wellness: 9to5wellness.com/brand-partnership If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a friend or coworker who needs to hear it. Until next time, keep prioritizing your health while you grow your career. This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and isn't medical advice. If you're experiencing symptoms or have questions about perimenopause, please talk with your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider. Send us Fan Mail 🌟 🌟 🌟 If you liked this episode and would like to learn more about wellness training and workshops offered by 9 to 5 Wellness, email us at [email protected]. You can learn more about our programs at:  https://toneandstrengthen.com/workshops-trainings/. 🌟 🌟 🌟 My passion is helping organizations create a culture of wellness, and I do this by setting up health programs that prioritize the most important asset they've got – their employees. Cheers to a healthier and happier journey ahead! 🌟 🌟 🌟 You can learn more about ME- the host at https://www.aeshatahir.com   Follow me on IG and LI to learn more https://www.instagram.com/tone_and_strengthen/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aeshatahir/