Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™ Ep. 406 Protein, Creatine and Training for Menopause and Beyond with Dr. Stacy Sims
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Oct 19, 2024 
Dr. Stacy Sims, an innovative exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, joins the discussion to highlight the unique health challenges women face, particularly during menopause. She sheds light on the exclusion of women from research and the physiological differences that begin in utero. The conversation covers the importance of tracking menstrual cycles for tailored training, the impact of hormonal changes on energy and muscle mass, and essential nutrition for vitality. Dr. Sims also delves into weight loss resistance and the role of supplements like creatine for women in midlife.
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Historical Exclusion of Women in Research
- Modern medicine's historical exclusion of women from research stems from a patriarchal past.
- This bias, influenced by figures like Darwin, shaped early medical studies and practices.
Fetal Development and Stress
- Stress during pregnancy differentially impacts fetuses; male fetuses are more vulnerable to high stress.
- Exercise during pregnancy improves placental vascularization, benefiting fetal development.
Physiological Differences and Puberty's Impact
- Women possess physiological advantages like better oxidative capacity and metabolic flexibility due to their muscle morphology.
- Puberty shifts girls' center of gravity, impacting their movement, requiring re-learning basic movements.