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In this episode of the Midlife Wellness NP podcast, I am thrilled to welcome the esteemed Dr. Felice Gersh, a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. Dr. Gersh is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine and a globally recognized speaker and author on women's health.

Join us as we delve into the critical topics surrounding menopause and midlife wellness. Dr. Gersh shares her expert insights on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), discussing its safety, efficacy, and the optimal timing for starting treatment. We explore the science behind why hormones like estrogen and progesterone are vital for long-term health and how they can help manage symptoms such as heart palpitations during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Gersh provides a clear understanding of the role of estrogen in metabolic health and the inability to lose weight.

Additionally, Dr. Gersh addresses the underlying causes of heart palpitations in these stages of life and offers practical advice on dosing and managing hormone therapy. We also touch on the challenges of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in midlife and menopause, providing valuable information for women navigating these complex health issues.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how hormone therapy can transform your health and well-being during midlife and beyond. This episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice that you won't want to miss!

Episode Highlights:
- The safety and efficacy of hormone replacement therapy
- Optimal timing and dosing for HRT
- Managing heart palpitations in perimenopause and menopause
- Understanding and addressing PCOS in midlife and menopause
- The importance of hormones like estrogen and progesterone for long-term health
- Estrogen’s role in metabolic health and weight gain

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For over 25 years, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield has been at the forefront of an often misunderstood battle - helping women reclaim their lives from the grips of breast implant illness.

On this episode, we peel back the layers on the complex symptoms and root causes linked to breast implants, from debilitating fatigue and brain fog to autoimmune disorders and hormonal chaos. Dr. Whitfield's pioneering work reveals the inflammatory impact implants can have on the body.

But his innovative approach goes far beyond the operating room. We dive into his Strategic Holistic Accelerated Recovery Program (SHARP), a comprehensive protocol designed to optimize healing through reducing systemic inflammation before and after explant surgery.

Whether you're considering breast augmentation, explantation, or simply want to understand this critical women's health issue better, this candid conversation is a must-listen. Get ready for an eye-opening discussion that could change how you view breast implants forever.

Dr. Whitfield's balanced artistry blends surgical mastery with a deep commitment to restoring health and vitality. For the thousands of women he's helped, he represents a beacon of hope for safely navigating the explant journey and embracing natural beauty at every age!

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Stephen Mcconnell is a scientist, researcher, and lipidemiologist. He is an expert in the use of Niacin, his work is international, and his protocols have been widely used by physicians.

In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood world of niacin or vitamin B3, which has been unfairly vilified and blamed for increasing cardiovascular disease risk, but Stephen dispels these myths and misconceptions. We explore the actual benefits of niacin, including:

• Its role in lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels
• Its role in lowering Lp (a) and ApoB
• Use in treating certain conditions, like fatty liver disease and chronic kidney disease (CPK)

Stephen provides guidance on who makes a good candidate for niacin supplementation and which conditions it may be particularly helpful for. He also covers proper dosing protocols, how to take niacin safely and effectively, and tips for minimizing the infamous "niacin flush."

Don't miss this eye-opening discussion that separates fact from fiction when it comes to this powerful vitamin. Tune in to learn how niacin could potentially improve your health from an expert who has studied it extensively!

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