In this episode, we talk about perimenopause and menopause with Dr. Jordan, Chief Medical Officer at Midi Health. Dr. Jordan leads a team focused on women’s midlife health through Midi, a telehealth platform. We cover what menopause is, its common symptoms, when it usually starts, and how it’s related to impaired glucose tolerance.

Dr. Jordan explains Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), discussing its safety, the best time to start, and the risks of waiting. We also look at natural remedies for menopause and how they compare to HRT. For women feeling off around menopausal age, Dr. Jordan offers advice on diagnosis and treatment. She explains the differences between perimenopause and menopause and why doctors may have overlooked menopause basics in the past. We also talk about what to expect when starting HRT, including how soon you might feel better and how long treatment usually lasts.

In This Episode We’ll Cover:

• What menopause is and if all women experience it
• Common symptoms of menopause and the typical starting age
• The relationship between impaired glucose tolerance and menopause
• Safety of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and its historical context
• The optimal time to start HRT and the risks of delaying treatment
• The effectiveness of natural remedies for menopause compared to HRT
• Guidance for women feeling 'off' around menopausal age on diagnosis and treatment
• Differences between perimenopause and menopause
• Why menopause basics were historically overlooked by the medical establishment
• What to expect when starting HRT, including improvement timelines and treatment duration + MUCH MORE!

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Diabetes & Prediabetes Nutrition Counseling

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In this podcast episode, we chat with Carmelita Lombera, a UC Berkeley graduate and Diabetes Digital Dietitian with a diverse career in health coaching and nutrition, tackling the question: does fruit pose risks for those with diabetes? We dive into the difference between natural fruit sugars and added sugars, stressing the importance of understanding Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL) for managing blood sugar levels. We will also highlight the benefits of choosing whole fruits over fruit juice when possible. You'll learn practical strategies for including fruits in a diabetes management plan, focusing on portion control, fruit choices, and pairing with proteins or healthy fats.

In This Episode We’ll Cover:

• Natural sugars in fruits vs. added sugars
• The difference between Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL)
• How the body processes sugar
• The benefits of fruit consumption for individuals with diabetes
• Considerations regarding fruit juice for individuals with diabetes
• How to include fruits and manage blood sugar levels
• How much fruit you should be eating in a day
• Practical tips for incorporating fruits into a diabetes management plan + MUCH MORE!

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On today's episode, we are back with Erin Phillips, a registered dietitian and diabetes expert for part two of our discussion on Ozempic. Erin talks on the possibility of using Ozempic for prediabetes and the challenges that arise when its demand is influenced by weight loss trends.

She discusses how she handles patient requests regarding the use of Ozempic for weight loss without diabetes, its clinical effectiveness, and its impact on the body image movement. Plus, we talk about our thoughts on the Oprah special!

In This Episode We’ll Cover:

• The effectiveness of Ozempic for prediabetes or impaired fasting glucose compared to diabetes.
• Advocacy challenges in securing Ozempic for individuals who genuinely need it, amidst demand for weight loss purposes
• Thoughts on Oprah's special
• Responding to patient requests on the use of Ozempic for weight loss in the absence of diabetes.
• Ozempic's clinical efficacy and its implications for the body image movement
• Key takeaways which emphasize the need for personalized care in diabetes management + MUCH MORE!

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