ZOE Science & Nutrition How to track your menopause symptoms | Dr. Sarah Berry and Tamsen Fadal
Dec 5, 2024
Dr. Sarah Berry, an expert in nutrition and menopause research, teams up with Emmy-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal, who reveals her shocking on-air realization of entering menopause. They explore over 50 menopause symptoms, from hot flashes to anxiety and sleep disturbances, while discussing societal stigma around these experiences. Dr. Berry introduces the innovative MennoScale tool to help women track their symptoms effectively. Plus, they share dietary tips, highlighting the Mediterranean diet's benefits for managing menopause better.
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On-Air Menopause
- Tamsen Fadal experienced a sudden hot flash while live on TV, leading her to leave the studio.
- This event prompted her to seek medical advice and ultimately discover she was in menopause.
Hormonal Rollercoaster
- Menopause involves a decline in estrogen, impacting various bodily functions due to estrogen receptors throughout the body.
- The transition period, perimenopause, involves fluctuating estrogen levels, causing unpredictable symptoms.
Beyond Hot Flashes
- Common menopause symptoms include sleep disturbances, memory loss, brain fog, irritability, and anxiety.
- These symptoms can persist even 10 years post-menopause, impacting quality of life.
