Ep. 362 Optimizing Health: Strategies for Menopause Well-Being with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz

I am thrilled to connect with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz today. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is involved in women's empowerment and public education, appearing frequently to share her expertise in women's health and integrative medicine. She received her medical degree from the USC School of Medicine and did her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA Cedars Sinai Medical Center. She is the author of The Menopause Bootcamp. In our discussion, we dive into paradigm shifts and identity differentiation in middle age, debunking the common misconception that our worth ties into our physical attractiveness or the ability to have children. We talk about ageism and the impact of misogyny on sexual education and healthcare, exploring precursors to disease risk in menopause, pelvic floor advocacy, bone and muscle changes in menopause, and the effects of disordered eating on mental health. We also touch on brain remodeling, the three Ps, and how cycle changes can impact our ability to interact with our environment and affect our relationships. I am excited for you to listen to this insightful conversation, which is the first of two discussions with Dr. Gilberg-Lenz. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How women get pressured to conform to societal standards Sexual health education is so important Why we need policy changes to address gender-related health disparities How our past medical history is essential for predicting our future health outcomes The importance of pelvic floor health for women The benefits of vaginal estrogen and energy-based devices during menopause Why annual pap smears are essential for sexually active women over 40 The musculoskeletal changes that occur in menopause How disordered eating patterns often get hidden, and how they can worsen with hormonal changes and mood disorders How the brain chemistry brain of women gets remodeled with puberty, pregnancy, and menopause Bio: Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz A Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD, received her medical degree in 1996 from the USC School of Medicine and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UCLA/Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is involved in women’s empowerment and public education. She appears frequently as an expert in women’s health and integrative medicine in print, online, and on TV, where she is the Chief Medical Correspondent for the Drew Barrymore Show. She is the author of MENOPAUSE BOOTCAMP: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age (Harper Wave; October 11th) Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Connect with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz On her website Dr. Gilberg-Lenz on Instagram The Menopause Bootcamp on Instagram Dr. Gilberg-Lenz’s Menopause Bootcamp