I sat down with cardiologist Dr. Jayne Morgan to unpack the truth about women’s heart health and why so many of us are missing the warning signs. We talked about how symptoms show up differently for women, especially during perimenopause, and what you can do to advocate for yourself. This conversation will shift how you think about “healthy,” helping you prioritize longevity, strength, and real heart protection.
What you’ll learn:
(00:00) A woman’s risk of heart disease doubles during perimenopause.
(06:07) Heart disease is the number one killer of women—not cancer.
(08:37) “Atypical” symptoms in women lead to missed diagnoses.
(10:53) How to recognize fatigue that may signal a heart problem.
(13:32) Why jaw pain can be a hidden sign of a heart attack.
(15:05) Estrogen loss affects arteries, blood pressure, and heart health.
(21:24) What tests and labs women should start tracking in midlife.
(44:32) The two daily habits—movement and sleep—that protect your heart long-term.
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This is such an important conversation for women over 40.
One pattern I see all the time is women doing everything right… but still waking up at 2–3AM and exhausted the next day.
It’s like the body just stops responding the way it used to.
Curious if you’re seeing that too?