# Ep. 165 Brain Health, Heart Health & Longevity: What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know to Prevent Disease

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Podcast: [Thriving in Midlife](https://stenobird.com/podcast/thriving-in-midlife-6686774)
Published: 2026-06-23T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.kellielupsha.com
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Duration seconds: 2500

## Resource

Welcome to " Thriving in Midlife " The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality In this special episode, I sit down with Melissa to discuss a deeply personal journey that changed the way her family approaches health forever. After her husband Danny suffered three strokes in four years despite appearing healthy by conventional standards, Melissa began searching for answers beyond what traditional medicine could provide. Together, we explore the critical importance of supporting the body before a health crisis occurs and why optimal health requires more than normal lab work and the absence of symptoms. We dive into the emerging science of cellular activation, oxidative stress, brain health, cardiovascular wellness, and how activating the body's natural healing pathways may support long-term health and resilience. Whether you are looking to protect your brain, support a loved one recovering from a stroke, or simply want to be proactive about your future health, this conversation offers hope, education, and practical strategies to help you take ownership of your wellness journey. Key Highlights: ➡️ Melissa shares her family's experience after her husband suffered three strokes before the age of 50. ➡️ Why being thin, active, and having normal blood work does not always equal optimal health. ➡️ Understanding the different types of strokes and the role of cardiovascular health. ➡️ Why pre…

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