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The DUTCH Podcast
Welcome to The DUTCH Podcast, your go-to source for all things hormones! Join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and a lineup of top functional health experts as we dive into the fascinating world of hormonal health and discover how the DUTCH Test can help. Whether you’re navigating any number of hormonal issues like dysmenorrhea, fertility, weight gain, or menopause or you’re dealing with testosterone issues, this podcast aims to break down complex topics into easily digestible insights. Tune in every Tuesday to hear from respected leaders in hormone research and get practical advice to help you manage your health - or the health of your patients - with confidence. Get ready for enlightening conversations that make hormone science approachable and actionable.
The DUTCH Podcast
The Gender Gap: Women’s Health Advocacy & Research
In this episode, Dr. Kayla Osterhoff shares her unique journey from physical therapy to women's health advocacy, driven by personal experiences with the medical system's failures regarding women's health. She discusses the significant gender bias in medical research, highlighting the lack of female representation in studies and the implications this has on women's health outcomes.
Dr. Osterhoff and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:
- Historical context for the ongoing issues of gender bias in science and medicine
- Hormonal influences on mental health
- The importance of understanding the female biorhythm
- The intricate relationship between the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, and their impact on women's physical and cognitive performance
- How understanding these cycles can help optimize health and performance, particularly during different phases of the menstrual cycle
Show Notes:
Learn more about Dr. Osterhoff’s company focused on closing the gender gap in science, Her Biorhythm, and follow her on Instagram @dr.kaylaosterhoff!
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