Energized with Dr. Mariza BONUS: Menopause, HRT, and Breast Cancer + How to Advocate for Yourself with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
Oct 31, 2025
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, a board-certified OB/GYN and author of Menopause Bootcamp, shares her transformative journey through menopause while facing a breast cancer diagnosis. She discusses the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, especially regarding holistic healing options and hormone replacement therapy. Suzanne emphasizes resilience, community support for breast cancer survivors, and practical tips for managing menopause symptoms. Her insights on everyday herbal remedies and foundational health habits empower listeners to take charge of their health during midlife.
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Prioritize Protein And Strength Training
- Increase protein and progressive resistance training in midlife to counter muscle loss.
- Aim for 30–40 grams of protein per meal to stimulate muscle protein synthesis.
Breast Cancer Changed Her Menopause Path
- Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz shared her breast cancer diagnosis at 47 and how it reshaped her menopause decisions.
- She described surgery, radiation, and a difficult tamoxifen course that influenced her later choices on hormone therapy.
Mantra In The MRI To Regain Agency
- In an MRI after her biopsy, Suzanne used the mantra: 'This is a thing that is happening to you. It's not who you are.'
- That practice helped her retain agency and navigate fear during staging.
