Navigating Menopause: Understanding and Managing the Change
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Are you or someone you know navigating the turbulent waters of menopause? Join Liz Herl and Dr. Tim Caldwell on an investigation into women's health, focusing on the physical, mental, and emotional impacts of menopause. From the onset of perimenopause to the full spectrum of hormonal changes, we discuss how these shifts affect systemic health, including cognitive decline, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular health. We also explore the crucial role of hormone replacement therapies (HRT) and lifestyle interventions like nutrition and exercise in managing these changes. Whether you're experiencing these symptoms yourself or supporting someone who is, you'll find valuable insights and practical advice to better understand and address this significant life transition. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion that blends expert knowledge with compassionate guidance.
00:00 Introduction
01:21 Diving into Women's Health
02:19 Understanding Menopause and Its Impact
04:42 The Importance of Baseline Health Panels
07:09 Cognitive and Physical Changes During Menopause
11:49 The Role of Estrogen in Women's Health
23:57 Sexual Health and Menopause
28:17 Therapeutic Strategies and Lifestyle Changes
29:15 Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Systemic Inflammation
29:46 The Importance of Blood Panels and Giving Blood
30:10 Hormonal Changes and Menopause
34:21 The Benefits of Strength Training
38:28 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
40:13 Non-Hormonal Therapies and Mental Health
45:56 Men's Health and Hormonal Balance
47:34 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts
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The environment around us is a swirling vortex of chaos, but you can navigate it when you have an anchor that can keep you steady. Each episode, Liz Herl dives into data driven strategies and real world tactics with Dr. Tim Caldwell to help you become more grounded and centered in a world that is constantly shifting and changing. Learn to effectively navigate family strife, career challenges and handle the anxiety of the unknown that the news is constantly bombarding us with. Liz is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and Dr. Caldwell is a retired primary care physician and personal trainer. You can lean on their decades of experience to find stability and peace without having to control circumstances or people around you. You can be anchored in chaos.
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