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Perimenopause and Menopause 101: Libido, Weight Gain, Loneliness and Anxiety with Dr. Sarah Callaghan #030 (Rerelease)

Perimenopause and Menopause 101: Libido, Weight Gain, Loneliness and Anxiety with Dr. Sarah Callaghan #030 (Rerelease)

This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from April 2023, with Dr. Sarah Callaghan, a GP specializing in women’s health and a true champion for women. In this episode, we dive into the big questions around perimenopause and menopause, including how to manage loneliness and anxiety, whether testosterone can boost libido, and what to do about the seemingly inevitable weight gain. This episode is for anyone going through menopause or perimenopause, as well as their partners, friends, and colleagues who want to better understand and support them. With Dr. Callaghan’s insights, you’ll feel empowered to seek help...

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Estrogen, Bone Health, and Muscle Strength: Empowerment in Midlife with Dr. Clare Cromwell #103

Estrogen, Bone Health, and Muscle Strength: Empowerment in Midlife with Dr. Clare Cromwell #103

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Clare Cromwell, a leading menopause specialist and GP based in Cork, about empowering women to take charge of their midlife health. We discuss the role of muscle strength in cognitive health, how strength training can help prevent dementia, and why estrogen is vital for bone density. Dr. Cromwell offers practical advice on navigating perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and pelvic floor health. We also dive into the challenges of researching estrogen, the potential for self-monitoring technologies in the future, and how fluctuating hormone levels impact women during perimenopause. Dr. Cromwell highlights the...

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Reimagining Mental Health: ADHD, Childhood Anxiety, and Holistic Healing with Dr. Brendan Daugherty #100

Reimagining Mental Health: ADHD, Childhood Anxiety, and Holistic Healing with Dr. Brendan Daugherty #100

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Brendan Daugherty, a child psychiatrist with a unique approach to mental health. Brendan shares his personal story of overcoming psoriasis through psychodynamic therapy, showing the powerful link between mental and physical health. We explore how mental health issues like anxiety and ADHD present differently in boys and girls, with Brendan offering practical advice for parents to support their children’s mental wellness. Our conversation also delves into topics including parent blame, holistic approaches to mental health, and the potential of psychedelic microdosing. Brendan discusses the emotional toll of working in mental health and the...

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Women's Bone Health: Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, & Perinatal Wellness with Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh #099

Women's Bone Health: Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, & Perinatal Wellness with Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh #099

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh, a consultant rheumatologist with experience spanning from the Mayo Clinic to acute medicine in London. Dr. Ní Mhuircheartaigh shares her insights on women’s bone health, the critical role of estrogen, and how Hormone Replacement Therapy can help prevent osteoporosis. We explore how diagnostics like DEXA scans and FRAX scores are used to assess fracture risk, alongside treatment options like bisphosphonates and biologics for autoimmune arthritis. Dr. Ní Mhuircheartaigh also clears up misconceptions about fibromyalgia and highlights the importance of self-care during the perinatal period to avoid long-term mechanical issues. Our...

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