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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For many women, the perimenopause period can feel like a crisis. Join Dr Lucy Burns as she chats with midlife psychologist Kirstin Bouse.  The hormonal and psychological changes that occur in perimenopause and beyond are profound but can provide an opportunity to redefine ourselves. Moving from people-pleasing and entering the glory years with a newfound confidence is liberating and a tiny bit nerve-wracking!

Show Notes episode link: https://www.rlmedicine.com/am-i-having-a-midlife-crisis

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

Guest Kristin Bouse links: 
Website: www.allabouthercentre.com.au 
Instagram: @the_midlife_psychologist

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Have you ever felt shamed or stigmatised because of your weight?  Dr Angela Kwong, a GP with expertise in weight management, talks with Dr Lucy Burns about weight loss. They discuss how addressing the root causes of weight gain is crucial for long-term weight loss. Listen in to learn about the pros and cons of weight loss medications, the role of nutrition, and the importance of education and informed choices as you navigate your personalised path to great health and sustainable weight loss. And learn how to break free from the stigma. Shame has no place in health and weight loss.

Episode show notes and transcript:
https://www.rlmedicine.com/navigating-the-complexities-of-weight-loss

Free Weight Loss Summit 
https://www.awlsummit.com.au/

Follow Dr Angela Kwong Instagram 
https://instagram.com/drangelakwong

Could it be Menopause Checklist?
https://www.rlmedicine.com/checklist

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Most women experience symptoms of stress as they transition through perimenopause. Dr Lucy and Dr Ivana discuss menopause and the importance of addressing the psychological aspects of this life transition. They explain the different stages of menopause and emphasise the need for women to have all the options and support available to them. They discuss the lack of attention and support given to perimenopausal women and the importance of creating a safe space for this transition. Dr Ivana shares her approach to helping women with menopausal symptoms through her menopause clinic and CBT group. They also discuss the impact of modern life on menopausal symptoms and the need for women to pause, review, and regroup to navigate this transition.

Perimenopause checklist:  https://www.rlmedicine.com/checklist

Dr Ivana offers three services:

1. Clinical Medical comprehensive one-on-one 60-minute consultation in her GP Clinic in Braybrook, Victoria. (Contact Maxwell Medical Group for the appointment.)
2. CBT(Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) is a six-week course in a small group setting in the clinic. (Contact Maxwell Medical Group for information and the waiting list.)
3. Lifestyle Health Coaching/Therapy online. Book a free initial consultation here: https://www.doctorivana.com.au/bookings

Episode show notes and transcript:
https://www.rlmedicine.com/managing-stress-during-menopause

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Most of us worry about our memory as we get older, and many of us suffer from memory challenges in Menopause. But there are some very simple and powerful techniques you can use to improve your memory. Dr. Anne Unkenstein, a renowned neuropsychologist, discusses memory and its fluctuations, particularly during the perimenopausal menopausal transition. She shares insights on memory lapses, anxiety, and the impact of aging on memory. Listen in to gain insight into how memory works and get some practical strategies for improving memory to help you live your best possible life.

Link to Menopause checklist:
https://www.rlmedicine.com/checklist

Link to Dr Anne Unkenstein's book - https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Dr-Anne-Unkenstein-Memory-wise-9781760296384

Link to website and show notes:
www.rlmedicine.com/memory-loss-in-menopause-and-what-to-do-about-it

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Should I take HRT? How do I know if it’s menopause? What about testosterone? I’m worried about breast cancer. These are common questions that we get asked daily. Dr Lucy discusses this and more with menopause expert Dr Ceri Cashell. They discuss all the hot topics in relation to HRT or MHT for women going through menopause and perimenopause. 

Downloadable checklist
https://www.rlmedicine.com/checklist

Previous episode 206
https://www.rlmedicine.com/what-is-the-difference-between-perimenopause-and-menopause

Dr Ceri Cashell 
https://www.instagram.com/drcericashell/
https://www.healthyhormones.au/

Book recommendation 
Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming 

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/menopause-perimenopause-and-hrt

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Did you know that ADHD presents differently in girls and women? It feels like every second person is being diagnosed with ADHD. We discuss this and more with ADHD expert Sharon Collons and cover areas such as ADHD and perimenopause, ADHD and Binge Eating Disorder. We also give some practical strategies on how to work with your beautiful brain if you have ADHD. Sharon shows us that many of the areas people struggle with can be improved with the right tools and strategies.

Connect with Sharon: 
https://www.thefunctionalfamily.com/

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: https://www.rlmedicine.com/

Episode, show notes & transcript 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/could-i-have-adhd

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Many people think of yoga as a thing done by young thin women in yoga pants. I have a chat with self-proclaimed perimenopausal, curvy woman Emma Wakinshaw. Emma is yoga and meditation teacher. We discuss all things yoga and meditation as well as getting into the guts of society’s obsession with thinness and how you can be healthy and embrace your curves.

Emma’s Facebook page: 21 Mins Morning Magic & Inspiration 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/21mmm/

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/

Episode, show notes & transcript 
 https://www.rlmedicine.com/do-you-need-to-wear-yoga-pants

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Every woman will transition to menopause. It is part of normal aging that directly affects 50% of the population. We would argue, that everybody should know and understand menopause  The days of hush-hush secret women’s stuff are gone.

Today we go through some basic definitions and describe some of the changes that many women experience.

We discuss the physiology of menopause and some of the strategies you can use to improve menopause symptoms. Stay tuned because more menopause episodes are coming your way!

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers: 
https://www.rlmedicine.com/

Episode, show notes & transcript 
www.rlmedicine.com/what-is-the-difference-between-perimenopause-and-menopause

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Many people believe that improving lifestyle means you won't need to take medication and conversely many people think that if you take medication, you don’t need to change your lifestyle.

This is part of the “this or that” thinking. It's very rigid and can be a judgemental way of viewing things. There are influencers out there who blame people if they take medications suggesting that if they just improved their lifestyle, they wouldn't need pills and potions. By the same token, there are plenty of doctors who quickly reach for the script pad when lifestyle changes could indeed negate the need for drugs. 

In today's episode Dr Mary and Dr Lucy discuss this phenomenon, why it occurs and why they believe it’s not this or that but this and that. 

For more information about Real Life Medicine and our programs and special offers:
 https://www.rlmedicine.com/

Episode, show notes & transcript
https://www.rlmedicine.com/is-lifestyle-better-than-medicine

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