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Dr. Jessica Shepherd returns to the WHOOP Podcast for this month’s episode of the How To Series. Dr. Shepherd joins WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes to redefine menopause. Dr. Jessica Shepherd is an OBGYN, menopause expert, and author of Generation M, guiding women through the various stages and lifestyle changes that come with menopause and peri-menopause. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Shepherd bring attention to the symptoms to look out for, create an understanding of the power of early preparation, and establish the importance of strength training and protein intake to support hormonal health. This episode brings to light the need for advocacy in the health space for menopause and peri-menopause care.
(00:37) Introducing Dr. Jessica Shepherd
(01:14) Reframing Menopause: Dr. Shepherd Personal Mission
(03:22) Recognizing The Signs: Symptoms of Perimenopause & Menopause
(04:10) Staying Ahead of Symptoms
(06:55) What Women in Their 30s Should Know
(09:26) Protein & Power: Building Strength for Hormonal Health
(12:14) The Positive Role of Daily Activity
(15:11) Menopause As A Metabolic Disease
(19:12) Lifestyle Changes To Promote Metabolic Health
(23:10) Important Biomarkers for Hormonal Health
(29:44) Dr. Shepherd’s Toolkit For Women with Perimenopause
(33:11) Estrogen Creams: Benefits and Practices
(36:01) Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy
(39:27) Estrogen’s Effects on Cognitive Health, Sleep, & Longevity
(42:14) When To Start Taking Estrogen
(45:27) The Healthy Choices That Ease Menopause Symptoms
(47:57) Birth Control & Peri-Menopause: Detecting Symptoms
(51:15) Advocacy for Peri-Menopause and Menopause Care
(55:15): Centering Dialogue Around Menopause
(01:00:35): The Future of Research in Women’s Health
(01:05:52): WHOOP as a Tool for Support
(01:10:10) Exercise Options to Improve Overall Health
(01:11:37) Dr. Shepherd’s Closing Message
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Dr. Jessica Shepherd returns to the WHOOP Podcast for this month’s episode of the How To Series. Dr. Shepherd joins WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes to redefine menopause. Dr. Jessica Shepherd is an OBGYN, menopause expert, and author of Generation M, guiding women through the various stages and lifestyle changes that come with menopause and peri-menopause. Dr. Holmes and Dr. Shepherd bring attention to the symptoms to look out for, create an understanding of the power of early preparation, and establish the importance of strength training and protein intake to support hormonal health. This episode brings to light the need for advocacy in the health space for menopause and peri-menopause care.
(00:37) Introducing Dr. Jessica Shepherd
(01:14) Reframing Menopause: Dr. Shepherd Personal Mission
(03:22) Recognizing The Signs: Symptoms of Perimenopause & Menopause
(04:10) Staying Ahead of Symptoms
(06:55) What Women in Their 30s Should Know
(09:26) Protein & Power: Building Strength for Hormonal Health
(12:14) The Positive Role of Daily Activity
(15:11) Menopause As A Metabolic Disease
(19:12) Lifestyle Changes To Promote Metabolic Health
(23:10) Important Biomarkers for Hormonal Health
(29:44) Dr. Shepherd’s Toolkit For Women with Perimenopause
(33:11) Estrogen Creams: Benefits and Practices
(36:01) Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy
(39:27) Estrogen’s Effects on Cognitive Health, Sleep, & Longevity
(42:14) When To Start Taking Estrogen
(45:27) The Healthy Choices That Ease Menopause Symptoms
(47:57) Birth Control & Peri-Menopause: Detecting Symptoms
(51:15) Advocacy for Peri-Menopause and Menopause Care
(55:15): Centering Dialogue Around Menopause
(01:00:35): The Future of Research in Women’s Health
(01:05:52): WHOOP as a Tool for Support
(01:10:10) Exercise Options to Improve Overall Health
(01:11:37) Dr. Shepherd’s Closing Message
Dr. Jessica Shepherd:
Website
Changing the Conversation Around Menopause with Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Spotify
Apple Podcasts
Youtube
Support the show
Follow WHOOP:
www.whoop.com
Trial WHOOP for Free
TikTok
YouTube
X
Follow Will Ahmed:
X
Follow Kristen Holmes:
Follow Emily Capodilupo:
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