The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Menopause Doctor: This Diet Delays Menopause! They're Lying To You About Menopause! Menopause Is Shrinking Your Brain! - Dr Lisa Mosconi
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Jun 13, 2024 
Dr. Lisa Mosconi, an associate professor at Weill Cornell Medicine and a leader in women's brain health, discusses the crucial link between menopause and brain function. She reveals how menopause can increase the risk of Alzheimer's and why sex hormones are vital for cognitive health. Lisa debunks common myths about menopause and emphasizes the importance of diet, exercise, and hydration to mitigate symptoms. Their conversation also addresses the emotional shifts women face during menopause and the need for better medical support and research.
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Menopause's Impact on the Brain
- Menopause significantly impacts the brain, causing neurological symptoms like brain fog and memory lapses.
- These symptoms originate in the brain, not the ovaries, highlighting the need for a broader understanding of menopause.
Menopause and Alzheimer's Link
- Alzheimer's disease disproportionately affects postmenopausal women, prompting research into the brain changes during menopause.
- Dr. Mosconi's research revealed increased Alzheimer's plaques in perimenopausal women's brains compared to men of the same age.
Menopause: A Three-Phase Process
- Menopause is a three-phase process: pre-menopause, perimenopause (marked by irregular periods and fluctuating estrogen), and post-menopause.
- Perimenopause can last 2-10 years, with estrogen levels fluctuating before declining significantly in post-menopause.
