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Cindy Topel is a certified menopause specialist and weight loss coach.

After a lifelong battle with weight and a challenging struggle with menopause symptoms, she transformed her health by losing 27 pounds and keeping it off for over two years. Additionally, she has successfully reduced or eliminated her menopause symptoms. And now, Cindy joins The Sweaty Pillow to share exactly how she did it.

Cindy breaks down the importance of gut health for weight management, the role of diet and exercise, and the impacts of stress and sleep on the symptoms of menopause. She dives into how inflammation causes menopause belly, and how you can combat it with protein, fiber, and fermented foods.

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This episode covers it all. Lara is joined by Dr. Rebbecca Hertel, a board-certified osteopathic family medicine physician and menopause expert. Their conversation goes everywhere, discussing the complexities of menopause and its symptoms. Lara and Rebbecca explore the taboo subject of sex during menopause, why more women get divorced at this age, and how to navigate it with a family. Dr. Hertel offers expert advice on maintaining a fulfilling sex life, starting an HRT regimen, and tips for improving sleep quality and reducing stress.

Thank you Dr. Rebbecca for sharing your incredible insights.

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Tamsen Fadal is, above all, a storyteller. She started her career as a journalist, winning 13 Emmys and multiple Military Media Awards. Then, one day, she caught herself stumbling through the words on the teleprompter and then collapsing on the newsroom floor. Tamsen was in menopause and needed answers.

Tamsen went searching and found a glaring lack of understanding and support for menopausal women. After interviewing numerous doctors, she had only begun to scratch the surface of menopause. Seeing the deep need for knowledge, Tamsen began to share her discoveries on TikTok, and millions of women are tuning in.

In this episode of The Sweaty Pillow, Tamsen shares her inspiring journey from journalist to menopause activist. She discusses the hard truths she's learned, her experiences with love and relationships after divorce, and the behind-the-scenes work that went into creating The M Factor and her latest book, How to Menopause.

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In the second episode of this two-part series, Lara is joined by returning guest, Abida Dhukai. Abida is a Nurse Practitioner at Science and Humans and is an adjunct professor at the University of Toronto, from which she has her PhD. Abida has also been facilitating TSP host Lara’s HRT journey. In this episode, Abida and Lara discuss Lara’s personalized HRT protocol and how it addresses a host of symptoms .

This episode goes deep into Lara’s bloodwork and Abida shares the formula that took Lara’s numbers from low to very healthy.

Whether you’re considering HRT, or simply curious about its potential, this episode offers a firsthand account of its transformative power and valuable insights from a leading women’s health specialist.

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In the first episode of this two-part series, Lara is joined by returning guest, Abida Dhukai. Abida is a Nurse Practitioner at Science and Humans and is an adjunct professor at the University of Toronto, from which she has her PhD. Abida has also been facilitating TSP host Lara’s HRT journey. In this episode, Abida and Lara discuss the impact of the WHI study on women’s health, why bio-identical hormones are important, and the transformative power of HRT, as Lara has seen for herself.

This episode goes deep into Lara’s bloodwork and Abida shares the formula that took Lara’s numbers from low to very healthy.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in menopause, hormone therapy, and women's health as Abida may change your understanding of women's health and menopause.

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Did you know October, is Menopause Awareness Month? In honor of Menopause Month, we are bringing back your favorite episode "The New Menopause with Dr. Mary Claire Haver."

This episode, originally released in May, continues to deeply resonate with our listeners and our mission: To challenge outdated narratives and reclaim the conversation around menopause.

So, sit back and get ready to feel heard and empowered as we explore the changing landscape of menopause with THE menopause expert, Dr. Mary Claire Haver.

After the episode, join the conversation in our supportive online community at thesweatypillow.com, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to support the show!

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In this episode, Lara sits down with Dr. Sarah Berry, the Chief Scientist at Zoe, to talk about how the menopausal transition affects your metabolism. Dr. Berry explains how blood sugar and triglycerides levels can differ with the foods we eat, and when we eat them and dives into nutritional best practices during perimenopause and beyond.

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In this episode of the Sweaty Pillow Podcast, Lara welcomes Dr. Anat Sapan, a board-certified OB/GYN and member of the Institute of Bioidentical Medicine, who has over 20 years of experience in the medical field specializing in menopause care. Dr. Anat shares her journey from traditional menopause treatment to discovering and advocating for personalized hormone therapy through her practice.

Dr. Anat discusses the significant impact of the 2002 WHI study that drastically changed hormone replacement therapy practices, leading to widespread fear and misinformation. She explains how this study, despite being flawed and not peer-reviewed, caused millions of women to abandon hormone treatments, prompting a rise in inefficient alternative therapies. Dr. Anat explores the role of compounding pharmacies and the benefits of bioidentical hormones, sharing her personal struggles with menopause, which led her to explore and eventually champion the Menopause Method, a personalized approach to hormone therapy that has transformed her life and the lives of many of her patients.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in menopause, hormone therapy, and women's health as Dr. Anat provides invaluable expert insights and practical advice on navigating this often misunderstood phase of life.

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Dr. Sandy Skotnicki joins The Sweaty Pillow Podcast for a deep dive on maintaining your skin health during menopause. Dr. Skotnicki is a renowned dermatologist, assistant professor at the University of Toronto, and the founder of the Bay Dermatology Center. She is also the author of the influential book, Beyond Soap, and the host of her podcast, Skin To It.

Dr. Skotnicki shares her expertise on one of the most requested topics by our community—how to maintain healthy, youthful skin. She reveals the common pitfalls of the billion-dollar skincare industry and explains why a less-is-more approach can often be more beneficial. We discuss her journey in writing Beyond Soap, the surprising truths she discovered about our daily skincare routines and the epidemic of sensitive skin exacerbated by the overuse of products.

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Amanda survived the menopocalypse, and no, it was not easy. After seeing countless doctors over the course of a few years who had no clue what was wrong, Amanda was finally given an answer: She was in perimenopause.

Amanda had been in the health and fitness space for decades and had never heard that term. That gap between menopause education and the general public is why she wrote her bestselling book, Menopocalypse: How I Learned to Thrive During Menopause and How You Can Too!

In this episode, Amanda discusses the knowledge gap surrounding menopause, how we can educate the next generation on menopause, and creates a roadmap to thriving through menopause.

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