10 - Navigating Perimenopause & Menopause Successfully with Dr. Jessica Drummond
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“Don’t chase symptoms; optimize systems.” - Dr. Jessica Drummond
Most of us have heard the terms perimenopause and menopause, but even though we’ll all experience it, we’re still unsure what to expect and when to expect it. The good news is that despite their scary reputation, you can support yourself in many ways as you make this transition.
Today I’m joined by my mentor and friend, Dr. Jessica Drummond, to talk about navigating perimenopause and menopause successfully. Jessica is someone I often call on with questions about health and well-being. I love her ability to combine evidence-based science with practical and doable strategies for the average woman.
In this conversation, Jessica and I talk about the physiological changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause, why Jessica refers to perimenopause as puberty in reverse, common symptoms women experience, how you can tweak your diet and lifestyle to ease the transition, Jessica’s tips for weight management over 40, and more. I hope you’ll love this conversation and that you gain tremendous value from the wisdom Jessica shares with us.
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE
How joy has become simpler for Jessica as an adult
What are perimenopause and menopause?
Why Jessica refers to perimenopause as puberty in reverse
Physical and mental symptoms you may experience during perimenopause
Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause
The influence of lifestyle and environmental factors on how we experience symptoms
Making space in your daily activities for nervous system regulation
The dangers of over-exercising
How your diet can support your hormone health during perimenopause
The benefits of mindful cardiovascular exercise
What’s behind weight loss resistance
Jessica’s tips for weight management over 40
Easy at-home detox strategies
Creating space and time for pleasure
ABOUT DR. JESSICA DRUMMOND
Dr. Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute, The Outsmart Endo Health Coaching Program, and the creator of the Women's Health Coach Certification. She is passionate about caring for and empowering people who struggle with women’s and pelvic health concerns. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians and wellness professionals in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women’s and pelvic healthcare. Dr. Drummond was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, Duke Integrative Medicine, and Maryland University of Integrative Health.
CONNECT WITH DR. JESSICA DRUMMOND
Dr. Jessica Drummond’s Program | Outsmart Endo
The Integrative Women’s Health Institute Website
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