The DUTCH Podcast Finding Comfort in the "Menopause Metamorphosis" with Esther Blum
In this episode we talk about perimenopause with our guest Esther Blum!
As an integrative dietitian and menopause expert, Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS, has helped thousands of women navigate the metamorphosis of menopause. For too long women have been told their discomfort during perimenopause and menopause is, “just the way it is.” Esther Blum isn’t having that. She preaches the importance of self-advocacy to her clients as they navigate the often uncertain terrain of perimenopause.
Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton interviews Esther on her hormone, diet, and lifestyle approach to treating the symptoms of perimenopause. Hear her three “meno-laws” for fat loss and other tips for transitioning into menopause successfully. Download the episode and listen now!
Esther’s three “meno-laws” for fat loss
- Optimize your protein intake
- Protein > carb ratio
- Carbs at night with dinner
More resources from Esther Blum
Find Esther’s books https://estherblum.com/books/
Esther Blum on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/
More DUTCH resources
Learn about 10 Days of DUTCH giveaways Nov 8 - Dec 10 https://dutchtest.com/ten-days-of-dutch/
DUTCH find-a-provider tool https://dutchtest.com/find-a-dutch-provider/
Sections and Timestamps
00:00 Introductions
04:59 The metamorphosis of menopause
11:32 The importance of adrenal function during perimenopause
16:20 Carb-phobia and the therapeutic benefits of carbohydrates
18:47 DUTCH Complete cortisol curve
24:14 Esther’s three “meno-laws” for fat loss
30:30 Conclusion