Dr. Jordan Robertson, a physician and educator with a focus on integrative medicine, dives into the overlooked aspects of menopause and hormone replacement therapy. She emphasizes the importance of muscle mass preservation and prevention strategies, particularly through resistance training. Discussing common nutrition misconceptions, she champions a balanced, individualized approach to dietary choices. Additionally, Dr. Robertson advocates for a transformative perspective on HRT, merging conventional methods with functional medicine for better patient outcomes.
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Importance of Critical Appraisal
Critical appraisal helps clinicians decide which studies should change medical practice.
Many published studies don't belong in clinical decision-making without context and quality evaluation.
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Problems with Extremist Diets
Extremist diets often cherry-pick data and ignore large bodies of evidence.
Mediterranean diet has vast support showing longevity and cardiovascular benefits.
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Protein Needs for Muscle Health
Aim for 1.2 to 1.7 grams of protein per kilogram ideal body weight daily.
Pair protein intake with resistance training to prevent age-related muscle loss.
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🎙️ Episode Summary:In today’s episode of Hormones, Metabolism, and You, Dr. Cassie Smith sits down with Dr. Jordan Robertson, a physician and educator who has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between conventional and functional medicine. Dr. Robertson shares her insights on the critical issues facing clinicians, particularly in the realm of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), muscle mass maintenance, and the evolving role of functional medicine in traditional care.
About Dr. Jordan Robertson:
Jordan Robertson is on a mission to elevate integrative and naturopathic medicine to the standards of care that conventional medicine practices while simultaneously solving the unpaid research-labour crisis of Naturopathic Doctors.
✨ Key Topics Covered:
The role of critical appraisal in medical practice and why it’s crucial for clinicians to evaluate research and understand what should change the way we practice medicine.
Integrative medicine resources for clinicians, such as The Confident Clinician, which provides an evidence-based approach to making decisions and offers support for the growing field of functional and naturopathic medicine.
How age-related muscle mass loss (sarcopenia) is an often overlooked yet significant issue, especially for women post-menopause, and why we need to focus more on prevention and resistance training.
Nutrition myths and the importance of an evidence-based approach to diets like Mediterranean, plant-based, keto, and carnivore, and why no single diet is the “magic bullet.”
The challenges faced by women during perimenopause and menopause, and how HRT can be beneficial if prescribed correctly, alongside preventive measures.
The importance of provider-patient time, and how a functional approach to healthcare can bridge the gap where traditional care often falls short.
🛒 Products and Resources Mentioned:
The Confident Clinician: A comprehensive database for evidence-based clinical decision-making tailored for integrative and functional medicine. https://confidentclinicianclub.com/
Whey Protein Powder: Dr. Robertson’s favorite go-to for muscle maintenance and overall health. https://amzn.to/42Tc8JT
Fish Oil: The benefits of this supplement for muscle health, as well as practical insights on how long it takes to see results. https://amzn.to/43gzxnv
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