The Midlife Edit
Welcome to The Midlife Edit, the podcast for women who are navigating the beautiful, messy, and sometimes sweaty journey of midlife. This isn’t about a crisis—it’s about an awakening.
Join host Jen Weinstein as she dives into all the things no one warned us about—hot flashes, brain fog, strength training, hormone balancing, and figuring out who the hell we are now. With a mix of expert insights, real talk, and a little humor (because if we’re not laughing, we’re crying, right?), The Midlife Edit is your go-to space for embracing this season with confidence, strength, and balance.
Whether you’re trying to lift heavier, sleep better, set stronger boundaries, or just remember why you walked into a room, this podcast is here to remind you: midlife is not the end—it’s just an edit. And you get to rewrite it your way.
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The Midlife Edit
Midlife Nutrition Made Simple Part 5: Brain Food and Body Fuel with guest Dr. Marilyn Ward
Episode Summary:
Ever feel like your brain is stuck in low gear, your mood is all over the place, or your energy just disappears halfway through the day? It’s not just midlife — it’s what you’re eating (and drinking).
In today’s episode, Jen dives into how the right foods — and hydration habits — can power both your body and your mind in midlife. From blood sugar crashes to the gut-brain connection, you’ll learn why real, simple food matters more than ever now.
Then Jen is joined by special guest Dr. Marilyn Ward, PhD in Health & Human Performance, to break down the science behind food, mood, and mental clarity — and offer practical tips you can actually use, even on your busiest days.
Midlife doesn’t have to mean brain fog, anxiety, and constant fatigue. It’s time to eat for how you want to feel. 💪🏼
In This Episode:
- Why blood sugar dips can leave you moody, exhausted, and craving more junk
- How the gut-brain connection impacts anxiety, energy, and emotional resilience
- What chronic inflammation from processed foods really does to your body
- The best foods to fuel your brain, boost your mood, and balance hormones
- Easy hydration hacks to clear brain fog and curb cravings
- Practical ways to start fueling your midlife body and mind — without overwhelm
Special Guest:
👩🏻⚕️ Dr. Marilyn Ward
PhD in Health & Human Performance
Dr. Ward brings over 20 years of expertise helping women optimize their health, performance, and mental clarity — and today, she shares her favorite simple strategies for thriving through midlife.
Key Takeaways:
✨ Blood sugar balance is your brain’s best friend.
✨ A happy gut = a happier, clearer mind.
✨ Inflammation isn’t just a buzzword — it’s slowing you down.
✨ Real food fuels better focus, energy, and emotional strength.
✨ Hydration is a simple but powerful way to upgrade your midlife health.
Resources & Links:
- Follow Dr. Marilyn Ward on instagram @noexcusesmarilynward or her website
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