DeepSummary
The podcast episode features an interview with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a menopause expert, who discusses the myths and misconceptions surrounding perimenopause and menopause. She sheds light on the lack of awareness and education about this transition for women, and the challenges they face during this time.
Dr. Haver explains the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause, and their impact on various aspects of a woman's health, including weight gain, visceral fat accumulation, sleep disruptions, and gut health changes. She emphasizes the importance of lifestyle interventions, such as proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management, as well as the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy.
The episode aims to empower women by providing information and strategies to navigate perimenopause and menopause more effectively. Dr. Haver encourages women to build a supportive community, advocate for themselves, and work with knowledgeable healthcare providers who can guide them through this transformative phase.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Perimenopause and menopause are often misunderstood and understudied, leading to a lack of awareness and education about the profound impact on women's health.
- The hormonal changes during this transition can contribute to various health challenges, including weight gain, visceral fat accumulation, sleep disruptions, and gut health issues.
- Lifestyle interventions, such as proper nutrition, exercise, stress management, and adequate sleep, are crucial for managing the effects of perimenopause and menopause.
- Hormone replacement therapy can be a beneficial option for some women, but individual factors and potential risks should be carefully considered.
- Building a supportive community and advocating for oneself are essential for women navigating this transition.
- Healthcare providers must be educated and willing to have open conversations about perimenopause and menopause to provide appropriate guidance and care.
- Women should be prepared for and informed about this significant life transition to make proactive choices and maintain their overall well-being.
- Breaking the silence and stigma surrounding menopause is necessary to empower women and promote intergenerational education.
Top Episodes Quotes
- βYou know, we lived about six, four to six years longer than our male counterparts, but what I didn't realize the statistics would support is that 20% of our lives are lived in poorer health than males.β by Mary Claire Haver
- βYou know, I don't think that medicine is up to speed on the clinical impact, the true clinical impact of menopause on females. They know it happens, right? But I don't think they realize how it accelerates our path to certain disease states and that we can actually intervene not just with hormone therapy, but with, you know, things specific to women that work in women, so that we can decrease her risk of disease and she can improve her health span, not just her lifespan.β by Mary Claire Haver
- βAnd so my big focus now when I talk to my patients in clinic is they're looking at their mothers, their aunts, the women in their family and how they've aged. And they're like, a lot of them are really scared and like, what can I do now? Nutrition, health recommendations, whatever, so that I can limit my time of needing long term care.β by Mary Claire Haver
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Dhru Purohit Show
Dhru Purohit
4/1/24
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The transition to menopause has historically lacked comprehensive discussion and is often perceived as an abrupt occurrence without recourse. Our guest today has emerged as a vocal advocate, shedding light on the journey from perimenopause to menopause and providing empowering strategies for women navigating this transformative phase.
Today, on the Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with menopause expert Dr. Mary Claire Haver. Dr. Haver guides us through the myths and misconceptions surrounding perimenopause and menopause. She sheds light on the misguided research and beliefs that contributed to a lack of awareness about this transition for women and the challenges women face during this time. This episode is a must-list for women of any age!
Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist. In 2021 she opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient. She developed the best-selling book and program called The Galveston Diet, a three-pronged lifestyle plan that encourages fuel refocusing, intermittent fasting, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to manage hormonal symptoms, stabilize weight, and revitalize the body as it ages to provide benefits that will last a lifetime.
In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Haver dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):
- Why women are living in poorer health later in life (0:00:28 / 0:00:28)
- The implications of lack of education about perimenopause and menopause (9:03 / 5:41)
- Surprising symptoms related to perimenopause (14:35 / 11:30)
- Hormonal changes that cause visceral fat (18:53 / 15:45)
- What habits can help women reduce visceral fat (34:11 /29:36)
- Protein and resistance training (40:05 / 35:02)
- A disruption in sleep quality and sleep apnea in women (43:51 / 38:00)
- The stress impact on women (50:50 /45:25)
- Gaslighting and lack of education: why women arenβt being heard (56:36 / 51:50)
- How menopause impacts gut health(1:01:12 / 56:25)
- Supplements to support perimenopause and menopause (1:03:58 / 58:59)Β
- HRT: Who is it for, how much, and when? (1:15:40 / 1:10:56)
Also mentioned in this episode:
- Dr. Haverβs new book,Β The New Menopause
- North American Menopause Society
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