The New Menopause with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Menopause expert, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified OB/GYN
and certified menopause specialist joins Dr. Stephanie in this
episode. From debunking fallacies from the Women's Health
Initiative to discussing various hormone therapy options,
including estrogen, progesterone, and different delivery methods,
this episode equips listeners with essential knowledge. Whether
you're experiencing perimenopausal symptoms or contemplating
hormone therapy as a preventative measure, Dr. Haver provides
valuable insights and actionable tips.


This episode will give you a comprehensive understanding of
menopause hormone therapy and empower yourself or the women you
love with the information needed to make informed decisions about
their health.


Episode Overview:


0:00 Teaser/Intro
1:22 Signs of Perimenopause
3:00 In-Depth Symptom Analysis
11:08 Evolutionary Advantages of Menopause
18:45 Menopause Hormone Therapy
30:01 Hormone Therapy Benefits in Menopause
36:34 Hormone Therapy Considerations for Menopausal Women
40:11 CIRM as an Option
44:07 Missed the Menopause Boat
47:40 Magnesium: The Forgotten Nutrient
51:17 Prioritize Good Nutrition
55:36 Protein-Centric Approach
1:01:37 Family History: No Disqualifications
1:04:22 Avoid Injury with Weight Training
1:06:52 Hormone Therapy Side Effects
1:09:00 Future of Menopause Therapy


Resources mentioned in the episode:


Dr. Haver’s new book -
https://thepauselife.com/en-ca/pages/the-new-menopause-book


Episode on Women’s Health Initiative -
https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/hrt-bioidenticals-menopause-benefits-risks/


How Does Menopause Change Your Brain? A Deep Dive with Dr. Lisa
Mosconi -
https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/how-does-menopause-change-your-brain-a-deep-dive/


https://www.menopause.org


https://www.felixforyou.ca/ailment/menopause


Bio:


Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board certified in Obstetrics and
Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from
Tulane University. She is a Louisiana State University Medical
Center graduate and completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology
residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She
is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause
Society.  Find out more at https://thepauselife.com/ and
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drmaryclaire/


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