Listen "How to Approach Menopause More Holistically | Dr. Jen Gunter"
Episode Synopsis
Transitioning into menopause affects every woman differently. But too many see medications as universal cures and restrictive diets as superior ways of dealing with menopausal symptoms.Instead of regarding medication and special diets as the be-all and end-all, it’s time to start approaching menopause in a more holistic way. And luckily, that conversation is happening more rapidly with the help of women like Dr. Jen Gunter.In part two of my interview with her on The Wonder Women Podcast, you’ll learn about some of the interesting research she’s seen in the menopause space and the importance of this conversation starting early for women as we look at menopause more holistically. Dr. Gunter will also discuss the foundation of menopausal symptom intervention, the fallacies of super restrictive diets, and more.1:13 - The exciting emerging research on hot flash drugs like VEOZAH2:18 - Why we need to be thinking about menopause in a holistic way6:21 - Myth of the superior menopause diet and why fiber might be the one “hack” you don’t know about10:30 - Starting with just one change and the downsides of super restrictive diets14:34 - Dr. Gunter’s book tour stop in Britain and getting back into an exercise routineConnect with Dr. Jen GunterEpisode 13: Beware of Biases, Myths, and Pseudoscience Within Women’s Healthcare with Dr. Jen GunterDr. Jen Gunter | Twitter/X | Instagram | TikTokThe Vagina Bible, The Menopause Manifesto, and Blood by Dr. Jen GunterBody Stuff with Dr. Jen Gunter podcastThe VajendaMentioned In How to Approach Menopause More Holistically with Dr. Jen GunterEpisode 3: “The Complete Guide to Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) with Dr. Annice Mukherjee”Shannon Clark on InstagramMichelle MacDonald on InstagramThe Wonder Women Official on InstagramLearn more about transforming your life and being part of The Wonder Women familyLeave a rating and review
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