Menopause, Blood Flow, and Nitric Oxide: Why Symptoms Can Show Up After Menopause
Featuring Berkeley Life Chief Science Officer Cathy Eason on the Energized with Dr. Mariza Podcast
Menopause doesn’t follow a script…and one of the most important truths from this episode is that symptoms don’t always show up when you expect them to.
On the Energized with Dr. Mariza Podcast, Berkeley Life’s Chief Science Officer Cathy Eason sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder for an honest, science-forward conversation about menopause, blood flow, stress, and why so many women feel blindsided after menopause, not just during the transition.
Here’s a preview of what they unpack and why this is a must-listen episode.
The Overlooked Role of Blood Flow and Nitric Oxide
Cathy and Dr. Mariza dive into a topic that rarely gets enough attention in menopause conversations: blood vessel health.
As estrogen declines, Nitric Oxide production also declines, impacting how well blood vessels relax and deliver oxygen throughout the body. This affects:
- Energy and stamina
- Brain clarity
- Exercise tolerance
- Temperature regulation
- Long-term heart health
When blood flow is compromised, women may feel fatigued, foggy, winded, or intolerant to workouts they once handled with ease.
Stress, Caregiving, and the Modern Menopause Load
Another key theme from the episode is chronic stress, especially for women juggling careers, family, caregiving, and high expectations.
Cathy reflects on how stress, poor recovery, and constant output can quietly compound vascular strain over time, even when diet and habits seem “dialed in.”
This is why menopause support can’t be one-size-fits-all, and why lifestyle and targeted support matter.
Non-Negotiables for Midlife Health
One of Dr. Mariza’s favorite questions in the episode: What has become non-negotiable?
For Cathy, the answer centers on nervous system regulation, recovery, and listening to her body, especially when it comes to movement, sleep, and stress management.
These daily choices directly influence inflammation, blood flow, and Nitric Oxide availability.
Supporting Women Now and for the Long Term
This conversation reflects the science-first philosophy behind Berkeley Life Menopause & Heart Health Support, a formula designed to support women through daily menopause symptoms while also addressing long-term heart health.
Because menopause support shouldn’t stop at symptom relief, it should help protect what matters most for the decades ahead.
Listen to the Full Episode
- Listen to the full episode of the Energized with Dr. Mariza Podcast featuring Cathy Eason for a deeper dive into menopause timelines, blood flow, Nitric Oxide, stress, and exercise tolerance.
- Shop Berkeley Life Menopause & Heart Health Support to support daily vitality and long-term heart health through menopause and beyond.
This is an honest, science-backed conversation every woman deserves to hear.
