The DUTCH Podcast Autoimmunity in Women: Hormonal Shifts During Perimenopause and Menopause
Dec 10, 2024
Dr. Sara Szal, a Harvard-trained gynecologist and author of 'The Autoimmune Cure', discusses the rising rates of autoimmunity in women, emphasizing the role of hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause. She highlights the importance of understanding root causes, like gut health and genetics, and advocates for personalized approaches to managing conditions. The podcast also explores dietary diversity for gut health and compares hormonal assessment methods, relating them back to overall wellness during life transitions.
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Autoimmunity Rising Unnoticed
- Autoimmunity is rising unnoticed in the population, affecting about 30% of seemingly healthy individuals.
- It often develops silently over 7 to 14 years before manifesting as disease.
Personal Autoimmune Impact
- Jaclyn shared her personal experience with two children diagnosed with autoimmune diseases.
- This exemplifies the increasing incidence of autoimmunity even in health-conscious households.
Root Causes of Autoimmunity
- Autoimmune diseases require genetic predisposition, increased intestinal permeability, and a triggering event.
- Hormonal shifts during pregnancy, infertility, and menopause significantly contribute as triggers.
