Opt to Thrive…for Midlife Women
Opt to Thrive is a health and wellness podcast designed to support, educate, inspire, empower and motivate midlife women to live their healthiest, happiest most fulfilled lives. Motivated by her own life experiences and challenging midlife transition, Dr Corina Sims created Opt to Thrive.
Dr Sims is a rural GP Obstetrician and Menopause Specialist who has a passion for connecting with and empowering other women to be the best version of themselves. Disappointed with the vast amount of contradictory information targeted at menopausal women, Dr Sims also recognised the gap in medicine that has been identified around the globe in managing women going through it. Dr Dims strives to bring evidence based information to those who are searching for answers.
Listen in every week where on one week you’ll find either a short and sweet episode designed to uplift, inspire and give helpful tips to manage your mind and a longer episode the next created to educate and inform.
Opt to Thrive…for Midlife Women
Is it Menopause Brain Fog or Could it be Dementia?
Are you worried about dementia? You’re not alone — especially in midlife, when sleep issues and brain fog can make us feel like our minds aren’t what they used to be. In this episode of Opt to Thrive, Dr. Corina Sims breaks down everything you need to know about dementia: what it is, how it starts, how it’s diagnosed, and — importantly — what you can do to reduce your risk.
From the difference between brain fog and dementia to the myths around genetic testing, we’re covering the facts in a clear, compassionate way. Whether you're supporting a loved one or just trying to better understand your own brain health, this is an essential listen.
We answer:
- What exactly is dementia — and how is it different from menopause-related brain fog?
- What are the early signs and symptoms?
- At what age does dementia usually begin?
- What are the main types (Alzheimer’s, vascular, Lewy body, and frontotemporal)?
- What puts us at risk — and which of those risks can we change?
- Can you test for dementia or tell if you’ll get it in the future?
- Are there any treatments that work?
- What role do hormones, genetics, and lifestyle play?
Plus:
✅ The 6-step process to diagnosing dementia
✅ The truth about medications and what they actually offer
✅ How to protect your brain now — no matter your age
This episode is especially important for midlife women navigating hormonal changes, memory worries, or caring for older family members. It’s a deep dive — but one that’s practical, empowering, and grounded in science.
🎧 Listen now and share this with someone who needs clarity and reassurance.
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