Hey friends, welcome to the podcast. This week I'm interviewing Kim Hefner, a board-certified nurse practitioner specialising in midlife and menopausal women's health.   Kim is a fountain of wisdom, and in this episode, she shares her expertise on critical health issues including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.   Kim discusses the crucial role of estrogen, hormone replacement therapy, and practical prevention strategies. Discover how understanding and managing menopause symptoms can significantly improve your quality of life and long-term health.   I enjoyed discussing with Kim about taking control of our health in midlife and beyond, the new research available to us, and she also helped to clear up some falsehoods about menopause and HRT.   Understand how estrogen affects various organs and tissues, the impact of its decline, and the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Learn about early prevention measures and complementary therapies that can help manage symptoms and reduce disease risk.   I think it's important for us to be informed about the benefits and risks of HRT and complementary therapies in menopause, we have access to modern research and studies and can stay up to date with current thinking and protocols - this conversation with Kim serves as a helpful resource in that area.   Join me for this resourcing and super helpful conversation with Kim Heifner board-certified nurse practitioner.   About Kim: As a board-certified family nurse practitioner, certified menopause practitioner, and host of the popular Midlife Wellness NP Podcast, Kim Heifner, is a pioneering force in midlife women’s health. With over 23 years of diverse experience, Kim’s personal journey inspired her to become a specialist in the menopause space, open her telemedicine practice, Kim Heifner Wellness, and share expert advice and strategies on her podcast to help women thrive in midlife and beyond!    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midlife-wellness-np/id1517262867   YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP1MLJvcxegZ7Bv7---PUEQ     Follow Meegan on Instagram here   Join the waitlist for The Midlife Upgrade Course:https://meegancare.co.nz/course/   Please note: The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider.