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Ep 117 Secrets from Two Dr. Moms with Dr. Sonal Haerter
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- May 18, 2026
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Summary
Are you overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and wondering what actually works for women in midlife? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sonal Haerter to talk about strategies for improving energy, metabolism, muscle health, and overall wellness. She breaks down the “exercise snacks”, protein habit, and her perspective about GLP-1 medications. Dr. Haerter also opens up about motherhood, identity shifts during midlife, friendships, social media pressure, and why perimenopause can actually become one of the most empowering phases of a woman’s life. Get ready to simplify your health habits and feel more confident in your next phase of life. Check out our Sponsors: Air Doctor - Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code AMY to get UP TO $300 off today! Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/DRAMY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Quince - Head to Quince.com/DRSHAH for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code AMY at OSEAMalibu.com In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 Meet Dr. Sonal Haerter, an internal medicine physician and obesity medicine expert. 04:15 The “exercise snacks” that improve metabolism in minutes. 09:30 The protein strategy Dr. Haerter uses to simplify healthy eating. 15:30 Easy high-protein meal ideas for busy women. 18:30 How to create a sustainable nutrition plan. 21:30 Dr. Haerter’s perspective on alcohol, balance, and social connection. 25:00 When do you take GLP medications? 27:45 What are the side effects women experience on GLP-1s? 28:45 Nutrition and hydration tips for women taking GLP-1 medications. 31:30 Why menopause should be seen as a “metabolic reset.” 38:45 The most common symptoms women struggle with in midlife. 40:30 How friendships, confidence, and identity shift du…