The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 160: Menopause Expert: They're Not Telling You The Full Truth! "No Ones Talking About This": Mary Claire Haver
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May 3, 2024 
Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a menopause expert, sheds light on the often-overlooked realities of menopause and its effects on women's health. She emphasizes that hormonal changes can impact various organ systems, leading to a range of symptoms that many women experience but feel invalidated about. Haver discusses the gaps in healthcare training regarding menopause and advocates for greater awareness and validation of women's experiences, urging society to break the stigma surrounding this natural life phase.
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Menopause's Wide-Reaching Impact
- Estrogen receptors exist in every female organ system, impacting menopause symptoms widely.
- Declining estrogen levels affect various systems, from mental health to physical functions like vertigo.
Perimenopause Onset and Symptoms
- The average menopause age is 51, but perimenopause can begin 7-10 years earlier.
- Perimenopause symptoms can start as early as 35, with fluctuating estrogen levels and cycle disruptions.
Dwindling Egg Supply and Hormonal Impact
- Women are born with a finite egg supply that diminishes over time, affecting hormone regulation.
- By age 30, women retain around 10% of their initial egg supply, decreasing to about 3% by 40.