Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky
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Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky
Ep #144: 7 Causes of Disease with Dr. Sarah Wilson, ND
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In this interview, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, published menopause researcher, menopause educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, speaks with Dr. Sarah Wilson, ND, from Advanced Women's Health. She combines research-backed expertise with naturopathic medicine to help women optimize their health. A mother of two, she specializes in treating the root causes of hormone-related health issues.
Topics covered:
- The seven root causes of disease, their impact on menopause symptoms, and why focusing on those areas will help you feel like yourself again.
- How insulin resistance affects hot flashes and night sweats.
- Understanding blood sugar testing and personalized solutions.
- Special considerations for women with PCOS entering menopause.
- Practical tips for managing insulin resistance naturally.
- Why traditional hormone-only approaches may not be enough.
- The connection between brain health and hormone response.
- Addressing nutrient deficiencies, especially vitamin D, B12, iron, and magnesium.
- Inflammation's relationship to aches and pains, rashes, and mood symptoms.
- Testing options available in the US and Canada for a comprehensive health assessment.
- The truth about intermittent fasting during menopause.
- Resources for finding healthcare providers who understand menopause.
Links mentioned:
NEW PCOS Survey: https://forms.gle/cTs9QZzHe1CpTqU6A
For finding providers: menopause.org & wakeherup.co
Dr. Sarah Wilson's Practice: https://www.advancedwomenshealth.ca/
Book: Finally Lose It: A Professional Woman’s Guide to Stop Dieting, Fix Your Hormones, and Overcome Weight Loss Resistance by Dr. Sarah Wilson, ND: https://amzn.to/4jpTM9e
Why You Should Test Your Iron Levels in Menopause with Dr. Christy Sutton: https://youtu.be/spgb4KkeLdA
Dr. Thomas Perls on Longevity Tips from Studying Centenarians https://youtu.be/BV1Ba3B_PEI
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