Heavy periods also known as heavy menstrual bleeding affects 1 in 4 women and can have serious health and quality of life implications. Join Dr Lucy as she chats with gynaecologist, Dr Talat Uppal who is an expert in women's health and the founder of an organisation called Bleed Better. There are many causes of heavy periods and we discuss how having excess body fat or having insulin resistance can contribute to this.  By the end of this episode you will understand the definition of heavy menstrual bleeding, the causes and what you do about it.

Show Notes episode link: 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/how-does-weight-loss-help-heavy-periods

Menopause Checklist: https://www.rlmedicine.com/checklist

Dr Talat’s clinic - Women’s Health Road 
https://www.womenshealthroad.com.au/

Bleed Better Foundation 
https://www.bleedbetter.org/

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