In this episode of the Joyous Health podcast, host Joy is joined by Jill, a registered nurse and a certified functional medicine practitioner. Jill is passionate about transforming how we view menopause and aging. She believes midlife can be a time when women feel vibrant, happy, healthy, balanced, confident, and strong. By addressing the root causes of their symptoms and educating them about their bodies, Jill helps women achieve greater well-being. Tune in as Joy and Jill explore the importance of taking small steps toward better health and embracing the idea that aging doesn’t have to mean decline.
Episode Highlights:
– [00:00:39] Embracing Aging and Menopause
– [00:03:34] Hormones and Perimenopause
– [00:07:38] The Journey of Menopause
– [00:11:33] Lifestyle Habits for Menopause
– [00:16:18] Sleep and Menopause
– [00:18:41] Hormones and Sleep Issues
– [00:20:44] Hormone Replacement and Progesterone Cream
– [00:25:13] Drawbacks of Taking Oral Progesterone
– [00:28:30] Hormone Replacement Therapy Benefits
– [00:32:23] Symptoms of Estrogen Plummeting
– [00:36:48] Vaginal Dryness and Micro Tears
– [00:39:22] When Should I Start?
– [00:43:22] Testosterone and Healthy Aging
– [00:44:39] Hormone Support and Body Function
– [00:48:05] The More People We Can Help
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