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By Dr. Barbara Taylor, M.D.
Dr. Barbie Taylor, also known as “Menopause Taylor,” is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist who retired from active practice in 2001 due to severe arthritis. Despite the fact that she had a law degree a
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What does “density” really mean—and why can the same word have completely different implications depending on the disease? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor compares density across the heart, bones, brain, breasts, and ovaries, revealing how the concept relates to everything from cholesterol and bone mass to breast tissue and ovarian swellings. The surprising part? High density can be protective for your heart, bones, and brain, but may increase risk in your breasts and ovaries. Dr. Taylor breaks down these seemingly contradictory relationships in a clear and memorable way, showing why understanding the right kind of density matters when it comes to your health. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here. Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources. Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

What happens when you put four major gynecologic cancers side by side? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor brings together months of lessons on endometrial, cervical, breast, and epithelial ovarian cancer for a revealing game of “Truth or Consequences.” Through 15 questions, she compares risk factors, genetics, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and survival—highlighting where these cancers are similar and where they differ. Dr. Taylor also challenges some of the assumptions and fear surrounding cancer, showing how comparison can put individual risks into perspective. If you want to connect the dots across the cancer series, this episode offers an engaging and memorable review. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here. Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources. Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

Which ovarian cancer prevention strategies make the biggest difference—and just how much can they lower your risk? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor compares the full spectrum of options for preventing epithelial ovarian cancer, from surgery and hormonal contraception to lifestyle changes and psychological well-being. Using the game of limbo as a metaphor, Dr. Taylor breaks down the numbers behind each approach, revealing which interventions offer the greatest protection and why some choices have a much bigger impact than others. She also explains why prevention is never one-size-fits-all and how individual risk factors shape the decisions women make. If you've ever wondered how today’s choices can influence your future health, this episode offers a clear, practical guide to understanding which prevention strategies can help lower the odds of this devastating disease. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here. Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources. Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

What if the secret to staying active isn’t finding the perfect workout, but embracing variety? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor explores how exercise fits into the bigger picture of preventing epithelial ovarian cancer—and why consistency matters more than any single fitness routine. Drawing on her own lifelong approach to exercise, Dr. Taylor explains the benefits of mixing cardio, strength training, balance work, and flexibility exercises rather than getting stuck in repetitive habits. She also reveals how “routines and ruts” can sabotage long-term fitness goals and offers practical strategies for making exercise sustainable for life. If you’ve ever struggled to stick with a workout plan—or wondered how movement supports healthy aging—this episode will inspire you to rethink exercise as a dynamic, ever-changing part of your healthy menopause journey. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here. Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources. Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.

Can everyday choices really lower your risk of ovarian cancer? In this episode, Dr. Barbara “Menopause” Taylor explores the lifestyle habits that may influence the development of epithelial ovarian cancer—and why prevention is about much more than genetics. From diet, alcohol, smoking, exercise, and weight management to the surprising role of talcum powder, Dr. Taylor explains how seemingly ordinary decisions can affect long-term health. Along the way, she reveals why many of the same habits that protect against ovarian cancer may also reduce the risk of breast cancer and other major diseases. If you’ve ever wondered how your lifestyle shapes your future health, this episode offers practical insights into the choices that can help stack the odds in your favor. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here. Click here for more about one-on-one consultations and Dr. Taylor's menopause resources. Looking for a roadmap to successful menopause management? Dr. Taylor's new ebook, How to Win at Menopause: A Guide to Raising - and Winning- Your Game Your Way, will bring confidence and clarity to your menopause journey. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to navigate a healthcare system that focuses more on disease than prevention, where many professionals lack the relevant education and/or the motivation to help you.
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