Navigating Perimenopause: Summary
In this podcast, Jennifer Woodward, a renowned women’s hormonal health expert, discusses her journey, challenges, and achievements, including her newly published book, “Easy Perimenopause.” She shares how she overcame her own hormonal crisis and has since helped over 1,200 women through perimenopause. She explains her motivation for writing the book and provides insights into the meticulous, year-long process of compiling scientific research and personal stories to create a comprehensive guide on perimenopause.
Jennifer emphasizes the importance of education around perimenopause, noting that 9 out of 10 women are unaware of the term. She delves into how societal misconceptions and lack of proper information from healthcare providers contribute to the suffering of many women going through perimenopause. Jennifer highlights key sections of her book, including nutrition, rest, exercise, stress management, and supplementation, which form a holistic approach to managing perimenopausal symptoms.
The podcast also addresses common symptoms and questions related to perimenopause, such as dry itching, the importance of proper nutrition, and the use of bioidentical hormones. Jennifer underscores the need for women to focus on getting out of fight or flight mode and maintaining a well-balanced diet to alleviate symptoms. She also shares her evolving perspective on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, advocating for informed decisions based on individual needs and comprehensive testing.
Navigating Perimenopause: Topics
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:46 The Challenges of Writing a Book
01:19 Research and the Perimenopause Book
04:21 Understanding Perimenopause
12:56 The DRESS Protocol for Perimenopause
16:31 Nutrition and Caloric Intake
23:10 Audience Questions and Hormone Testing
25:34 Engaging with the Audience
25:46 Promoting Jennifer’s Book
28:54 Benefits of Epsom Salt Baths
30:29 Addressing Perimenopause Symptoms
32:19 Nutritional Advice for Perimenopause
39:28 Bioidentical Hormones Discussion
46:33 Tracking Macros and Micronutrients
48:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Where to Find Jennifer Woodward
- WEBSITE: jenniferwoodwardnutrition.com
- INSTAGRAM: jennifer_woodward_wellness
- FACEBOOK: jenniferwoodwardFDNP
- BOOK: Easy Perimenopause: The Essential Guide to Modern Midlife
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