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October 21, 2024 Menopause Matters: Navigating Hormonal Shifts and Thriving Through the Change (Ep. 45)

Feeling overwhelmed by the changes your body is going through? You're not alone, and it’s time to take control of your menopause journey. In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the realities of menopause and perimenopause, highlighting key information to help women thrive through these life stages. October is Menopause Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to address common symptoms, bust myths, and offer practical tips on managing hormonal shifts.

Whether you're currently experiencing perimenopause or know someone who is, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Join us as we empower women to take control of their health and well-being during this natural phase of life. Be sure to share this episode with someone who could benefit from this crucial information!

Time Stamps:

(1:10) Menopause Awareness Month

(1:56) Please Share This Episode With Someone In Need

(2:45) What Is Perimenopause?

(8:10) Perimenopause vs Menopause Symptoms

(10:17) How This Applies In Our Lives

(12:07) Common Symptoms and Pain Points

(12:40) Hot Flashes

(17:56) Misconceptions Around HRT

(27:50) Helpful Practices

(31:00) Stay Informed and Communicate To Your Provider

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Reliable Resources and Research Links:

1. North American Menopause Society (NAMS)

• NAMS is a leading resource for information on menopause, hormone therapy, and midlife women’s health. They offer a range of patient resources and up-to-date research.

• Website

2. The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) Study Overview and Updates

• This resource provides a summary of the original WHI study, as well as subsequent analyses and updates that address the study’s limitations and the current understanding of hormone therapy.

• NIH WHI Study Overview

3. Harvard Health Publishing - Hormone Therapy: Is It Safe for You?

• Harvard Health provides accessible, research-based articles that address the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy, including risks and benefits for different groups of women.

• Harvard Health on HRT

4. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) - Hormone Therapy and Menopause

• ACOG offers guidelines on menopause management, including hormone therapy recommendations and considerations.

• ACOG Guidelines on Menopause and Hormone Therapy

5. Cleveland Clinic - Menopause and Perimenopause: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

• The Cleveland Clinic provides comprehensive resources on the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of perimenopause and menopause, including lifestyle and medical options.

• Cleveland Clinic Menopause Resources

6. British Menopause Society - Understanding the WHI Study and Its Impact on HRT

• This resource explains the WHI study’s impact on hormone therapy use in the UK and globally, along with the evolving perspectives on HRT.

• British Menopause Society - WHI Study

7. National Institute on Aging - Menopause: Symptoms and Treatment

• The National Institute on Aging offers information on menopause and available treatments, including hormone therapy and lifestyle recommendations.

• National Institute on Aging - Menopause

8. Mayo Clinic - Menopause Hormone Therapy: Who Should Consider It?

• Mayo Clinic provides insights into who may benefit from hormone therapy, risks to consider, and alternative treatments for menopause symptoms.

• Mayo Clinic on Menopause Hormone Therapy

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