Did you know that rates of uterine cancer are rising? 

Odds are that most listeners haven't heard this, which comes as no surprise considering this topic hasn't been covered nearly enough in popular medical news. So in this week's episode of the Vibrant Menopause Podcast, we're going to be covering everything that uterine-bearing folks should know in order to stay healthy, happy, and vibrant!

To help me out, I'm joined by my friend, colleague, business owner, and board-certified OBGYN, Dr. Cheruba Prabakar. Also known as The Fibroid Doc, she runs the LaMorinda Gynecology and Surgery Center in Lafayette, CA with the mission of providing longitudinal medical and surgical care, from menarche to menopause and beyond- in a personalized, accessible, and sustainable way.

In this episode, Dr. Prabakar and I take our time covering the most important questions surrounding uterine cancer, including:

• What is uterine cancer?
• What are the causes and risk factors of uterine cancer?
• What are the types and symptoms of uterine cancer
• How does uterine cancer show up in different demographics?
• How is uterine cancer diagnosed and can it be detected early?
• What are the treatment options?
• Are there any preventative measures that people can take to promote uterine health?

It was a pleasure to have Dr. Prabakar on the podcast and I hope you all enjoy the conversation. If after listening you would like to learn more about Dr. Prabakar's work, you can find her at any of the following links below - she would be thrilled to hear from any of you! So enjoy, and have a vibrant summer!

• Medical practice website: www.lamorindagyn.com
• Fibroid care website: https://www.thefibroiddoc.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefibroiddoc/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyPUtuVimf7GpprOiuXVWaw
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFibroidDoc.CherubaPrabakarMD

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Intermittent fasting is a powerful tool for weight loss or general health, but it can be daunting, especially if you've never done it before!

This week on the Vibrant Menopause Podcast we're back with an episode that's short, sweet, and will set you up for success if you have intermittent fasting on the brain. I share three things that I do, and that I think would help everybody in preparation for their fasts. The three tips that I share will get you in the right mindset, prime you for remarkable health, and help to reduce many of the pains that come with intermittent fasting.

Try these tips out during your next fast and please be sure to let me know how it goes. Wishing you all a happy, healthful, and vibrant summer. Enjoy!

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Ready for the 2024 hormone replacement therapy (HRT) update?

My guest today is Dr. Carolyn Moyers, a Board Certified OBGYN who is Menopause Society Certified, and we are talking all things HRT. 

We'll answer...

• How late can you start?
• How long can you stay on it? (spoiler alert—I plan to die with my estrogen patch on my lower abdomen)
• Can you use hormones if you've had breast or ovarian cancer? (generally no, but there may be some risk/benefit analysis to look at)
• Is vaginal estrogen for everybody, and how can it save my life?
• What about people who had a surgical menopause?
• What are the benefits of HRT?

And so much more!

Don't miss this episode, and please share with your friends and family who need this up-to-date information!

If after listening you're interested in learning more about Dr. Moyer's work, please be sure to check out her official bio and any of the links below:

Bio: Dr. Carolyn Moyers is a Board Certified OBGYN with a unique specialization in neuromusculoskeletal medicine, making her one of only two OBGYNs in the country with this fellowship training. She is a Menopause Society Certified Provider and fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH). She is the founder of Sky Women’s Health, a specialized gynecology and osteopathy practice in Fort Worth. Dr. Moyers provides concierge care, focusing on addressing perimenopause transition, menopause, genitopelvic pain, sexual health, and minimally invasive surgery. She hosts a weekly women's health podcast designed to empower you as your own healthcare advocate to help you live your best life - Sky Women's Health Podcast.

• Website: https://www.skywomenshealth.com/
• Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sky-womens-health/id1541657642
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolynmoyers/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcarolynmoyers

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It's no surprise to anybody that the big snack food companies of the world have been sneaking around for decades now- plotting how to get their processed products into our pantries and ultimately our stomachs. It really started in the 80s when the idea of snacking while watching TV was introduced, and it's only grown from there.

Over time, snack food marketing has successfully shifted our eating habits from one where we ate three dedicated meals per day, to erratic eating throughout the day that doesn't allow for much digestion downtime between ingestion. On top of that, the snack food has become more and more processed to the point where the default for much of the US population is a sugar-filled option, containing a seemingly never-ending list of ingredients.

Now, in recent times we've seen a glimmer of hope in the fact that consumers are starting to shy away from these ultra-processed foods. It's not clear why this is happening, but one thing is clear: the big snack food companies aren't happy about it and they're actively working to reverse it!

In this episode of the Vibrant Menopause Podcast, we'll be talking about the sneaky tactics that these companies and their executives are using to boost their sales and regain their control over our eating habits. From suggesting the addition of highly processed foods to typical dishes, to bashing the use of the word "ultra-processed," the games have just begin and it's really quite worrying.

So as you listen, please take note that the snack food companies are coming for you, and know that we're all better off sticking to three dedicated meals per day consisting of healthy fibers, fats, and protein. I hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to stay tuned for more as this story develops!

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The gut-brain connection has been THE hot topic in academic and popular science for a while now because of the incredible evidence that's come out to support its validity. But as humans, we've known, or at least intuited, that there's some sort of connection for much longer. Just think about the ubiquity of the phrases "listen to your gut" or "butterflies in my stomach"!

Now, combine our long-standing human intuition with the rapidly stacking evidence from studies, and what we're left with is a powerful way to understand our personal health. That's what my guest this week on the Vibrant Menopause Podcast is doing, and she's using her expertise to beautifully guide women through their midlife transitions.

Her name is Dr. Ellen Albertson, a psychologist, registered dietitian, wellbeing coach, and self-compassion teacher. Known as The Midlife Whisperer™, she helps women find the energy, confidence, and clarity to make their next chapter their best chapter. 

Our conversation covers a variety of fascinating topics, including nutritional psychology, self-compassion, stress management, and of course, the gut-brain connection. She also offers practical tips for women navigating midlife changes, and introduces her book, 'Rock Your Midlife,' which outlines seven steps to a more fulfilling life in midlife and beyond.

This episode is a must-listen for any women looking to find energy, confidence, and clarity in their midlife, so I hope you enjoy and find it enlightening!

If after listening to this episode you're interested in learning more about Dr. Ellen's work, please check out any of the links below!

• Website: https://themidlifewhisperer.com/
• Podcast: https://rockyourmidlife.podbean.com
• FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/drellensmastermind
• FB Fan: https://www.facebook.com/DrEllenAlbertson
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_midlife_whisperer/
• X: https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FRockYourMidlife
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drellenalbertson/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsrtJwZ9JxWA82K2tKDYdHA/featured
• Free Gift: https://themidlifewhisperer.com/freebie/

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One in every four workers in the US works the night shift. So when the sun goes down and the other 3/4ths are getting ready for bed, they're starting their day of work. If you've never experienced this before, take a moment to think about the unique challenges this kind of work poses...

You might be wondering things like, "when are they supposed to eat?", "how do they spend time with their families?", "when do they sleep?", "how do they get good quality sleep?", etc... And these are all very valid questions that, in all honesty, a lot of night shift workers haven't quite figured it out. 

For professional women, such as healthcare workers, who work the night shift, finding a sustainable way to do this kind of work is crucial to long-term professional success, as well as being able to maintain a happy and balanced life outside of work. Here's where today's guest steps in!

Dr. Chinyelu E. Oraedu, also known as Dr. Yel'Ora, is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, and is the CEO and founder of Dr. Yel'Ora Lifestyle & Obesity Coaching for night workers. She founded her coaching practice after going on a total lifestyle makeover in which she dedicated herself to becoming very intentional about the way she lives her life in order to thrive in shift work. She engrossed herself in the research about night shift work and put together a program to support, empower and transform the experiences of other workers as they face the unique challenges associated with their non-standard work schedule. 

In this episode of the Vibrant Menopause Podcast, Dr. Yel'Ora shares her perspective on night shift work, how she got into it in the first place, and how she learned to make the most of it for herself and others. Her goal is to help normalize this type of work and put workers in a position where they can embrace its advantages without sacrificing on their physical health, mental health, families, social engagements, and anything else that's important to them.

If after listening to this episode you're interested in learning more about her work, please find her at any of the links below. Enjoy the episode!

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066781772391&mibextid=kFxxJD
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dusktodawnmd/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chinyelu-oraedu-m-d-a4a01b87/
• Coaching Website: https://www.dryelora.com
• Radio Show: https://www.dryelora.com/nightshift-lifestyle-show/

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Something I've noticed in myself and with clients is that when us women hit midlife, we start to see our brains changing with menopause. Most frequently we observe more brain fog and difficulty recalling words. Inevitably, we then begin to consider what our future cognitive health looks like, and turn to family members to try to get a glimpse into the what might lie ahead.

There's no denying that these changes are daunting, especially if you weren't expecting them, but fortunately for us, there are experts like today's guest who can guide us through the changes and educate us on how to live a long, fruitful, and brain healthy life!

My guest on this episode of the Vibrant Menopause Podcast is Dr. Annie Fenn, an OBGYN from Jackson, Wyoming who's on a journey to help people fend off Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases through eating delicious food. After 20 years of practicing as an OBGYN and helping menopausal women through normal neurologic changes, she decided she wanted to zoom in on this aspect of her work. So she retired from her practice, entered culinary school, and the rest is history. 

She has since started the Brain Health Kitchen, through which she teaches classes on brain health nutrition, leads brain health retreats around the world,  and has published a new cookbook called The Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food.

Dr. Fenn does a terrific job of mixing the most up-to-date scientific literature on food and brain health into actionable advice and a delicious way of eating, and you'll hear all about that in this episode. We'll discuss the midlife neurological changes that women can expect to see in perimenopause and menopause, we'll zoom in on brain healthy diets such as the Mediterranean and MIND diets, and she'll walk us through the brain benefits of various food groups as well as weekly consumption goals to help minimize the risk of cognitive decline.

This was a fascinating discussion and I'm sure that everybody will be able to take something away just from listening. But if you're interested in learning more about Dr. Annie Fenn's work with her Brain Health Kitchen, be sure to visit her at:

• Website: https://www.brainhealthkitchen.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainhealthkitchen/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brainhealthkitchen/
• Book: https://www.brainhealthkitchen.com/published-work-2/

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If you're like me who grew up in the '80s, you'll probably remember the seasonal color analysis trend that gained huge popularity. Now, fast forward to 2024 and it's back and more specific than ever before, with new categories and analysis protocols that are allowing people to really narrow in on the exact clothing, jewelry, hair, and nail color palettes that suit them the best.

My guest today, Jeannie Stith, is a color analysis expert and the founder of Your Color Guru, and she's been a leader in bringing this service back to the mainstream while making it more accessible than ever before. She's been featured in VOGUE magazine, Real Simple, and The Spark Joy Podcast, and her services are now available in 48 countries and counting!

I came across Jeannie after my midlife weight loss journey when I needed to rebuild my wardrobe with clothes that fit and made me feel comfortable and confident. After working with her, I'm able to walk into a store and immediately know which pieces will work for me. And as a professional woman, I can't underline enough just how convenient this is and how much time it has saved me over the years.

In this episode we'll talk about the history of color analysis and what it is now, how it works, and most importantly, how it can help professional women in midlife and menopause look and feel vibrant. Jeannie was kind enough to share a discount code with us, so if after listening to this episode you're interested in having color analysis done, you can use code "COLORME" at checkout at yourcolorguru.com to get 10% off any package.

I hope you enjoy, and please consider leaving a review if you do. It's a small thing but it really helps us to reach more people like yourself. Thank you!

Links to Jeannie's Website and Socials:

• Website: https://yourcolorguru.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourcolorguru/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourcolorguru/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcolorguru

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I haven't mentioned it much on the podcast, but I've been gluten-free for over a decade now. The decision to cut it out wasn't prompted by anything related to weight loss, but rather some lab results showing that I have an autoimmune disorder that can flare up when I eat gluten. So that was that and I haven't looked back!

That being said, after I cut out gluten I did find that I dropped a pant size, but after doing some digging I realized that this sudden weight loss wasn't directly related to gluten. So this is what I'll be discussing on the first episode of the newly branded Vibrant Menopause Podcast!

We'll explore some of the misconceptions around going gluten-free for weight loss and better menopause health, discuss a bit of the science why gluten-free can actually be especially difficult in menopause, and in the case that any of you want or need to go gluten-free, I'll share some of my favorite menopause-friendly alternatives to gluten-containing products.

I hope you enjoy, and if you do, please consider leaving a rating or review on the streaming platform from which you're listening!

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This week we're back with a shorter episode, but it addresses a question that's really important to acknowledge and have in the back of your mind when on a weight loss journey. That question, of course, is "what's your Krytonite?"

In the context of weight loss, I generally think of "kryptonite" as irresistible food items; things that, more often than not, cause you to succumb to their power. For many it's chocolate or ice cream, or for others it's bread or pasta. But unlike Superman, however, who rarely knows how and when he'll come in contact with kryptonite, we can predict when and where we might be within eye or nose length from these things. And from there, we can create a plan for how we want to handle our temptations in order to stay on track with our weight loss goals.

This is our superpower!

So in this episode of the Vibrant-MD Podcast, we'll talk about how to identify your own kryptonite, how to plan your indulgences with informed decision making, and we'll get into where your kryptonite fits into your weight loss journey. 

I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do, please be sure to "like" this episode and subscribe to the podcast. These small gestures help us a lot to reach other professional women over 50 who are interested in losing weight for the last time. Enjoy!

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Sign up for our FREE course to get the step-by-step roadmap to permanent weight loss. You'll get a new formula that truly works for professional women over age 50, because it's long overdue that we say GOODBYE to the lousy old counting games.

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Are you a professional woman over age 50 who's ready to lose weight for the last time? Join the Vibrant-MD weight loss course.

Not sure if the Vibrant-MD weight loss course is right for you? Schedule a time to talk with Dr. Heather Awad directly to learn more.

Sign up for our FREE course to get the step-by-step roadmap to permanent weight loss. You'll get a new formula that truly works for professional women over age 50, because it's long overdue that we say GOODBYE to the lousy old counting games.