Menopause expert, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified OB/GYN and certified menopause specialist joins Dr. Stephanie in this episode. From debunking fallacies from the Women's Health Initiative to discussing various hormone therapy options, including estrogen, progesterone, and different delivery methods, this episode equips listeners with essential knowledge. Whether you're experiencing perimenopausal symptoms or contemplating hormone therapy as a preventative measure, Dr. Haver provides valuable insights and actionable tips.

This episode will give you a comprehensive understanding of menopause hormone therapy and empower yourself or the women you love with the information needed to make informed decisions about their health.

Episode Overview:

0:00 Teaser/Intro
1:22 Signs of Perimenopause
3:00 In-Depth Symptom Analysis
11:08 Evolutionary Advantages of Menopause
18:45 Menopause Hormone Therapy
30:01 Hormone Therapy Benefits in Menopause
36:34 Hormone Therapy Considerations for Menopausal Women
40:11 CIRM as an Option
44:07 Missed the Menopause Boat
47:40 Magnesium: The Forgotten Nutrient
51:17 Prioritize Good Nutrition
55:36 Protein-Centric Approach
1:01:37 Family History: No Disqualifications
1:04:22 Avoid Injury with Weight Training
1:06:52 Hormone Therapy Side Effects
1:09:00 Future of Menopause Therapy

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Dr. Haver’s new book - https://thepauselife.com/en-ca/pages/the-new-menopause-book

Episode on Women’s Health Initiative - https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/hrt-bioidenticals-menopause-benefits-risks/

How Does Menopause Change Your Brain? A Deep Dive with Dr. Lisa Mosconi - https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/how-does-menopause-change-your-brain-a-deep-dive/

https://www.menopause.org

https://www.felixforyou.ca/ailment/menopause

Bio:

Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is a Louisiana State University Medical Center graduate and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society.  Find out more at https://thepauselife.com/ and Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/

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