High Performance Health

How Estrogen Decline Destroys Your Energy in Perimenopause (And How to Reverse it)

April 13, 2026·50 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Most women in perimenopause assume their energy crash is a sleep or a stress problem. Jen Scheinman, Head of Nutrition Affairs at Timeline, explains what the real reason is, and why estrogen loss makes it dramatically worse for women than men. If you have been doing everything right and still feel like you are running on empty, this episode explains what is actually happening at the cellular level, and what women in midlife can do about it. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN • Why women's energy levels drop faster in perimenopause? • When does mitochondrial decline start and how fast does it progress? • What is Urolithin A and why can't you get enough from food? • What is mitophagy and why does it matter for energy after 40? • Does Urolithin A build new mitochondria or just clear out damaged ones? • What is the right dose of Urolithin A and does timing matter? • Can Urolithin A reduce fine lines and improve skin in perimenopause? • What does the research say about Urolithin A and immune aging? • Should you take Urolithin A as a supplement and use it topically? • Can Urolithin A help with brain fog after 40? VALUABLE RESOURCES • Take the BioSyncing Quiz to help you understand what’s actually happening in your body — and how to fix it. 👉 https://biosyncing.scoreapp.com/ A BIG thank you to our partner who makes the show possible: • Timeline – Support your mitochondrial health and muscle strength with Mitopure®, the only clinically validated Urolithin A supplement backed by 15+ years of research. Use code ANGELA for 20% off 👉 https://www.timeline.com/promotions/exclusive-offer-for-angela-foster-s-community  ABOUT THE GUEST Jen Scheinman, MS, RDN, CDN is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of experience in nutrition, wellness, and healthy aging. Jen is currently Director of Scientific Communications at Timeline, the Swiss longevity brand behind Mitopure, the first clinically studied Urolithin A supplement proven to trigger mitophagy and support mitochondrial renewal in humans. 🌐 Website: https://nextjenhealth.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenscheinman_nutrition/

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