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Menopause RescueAuthor: Dr. Polly Watson
Women may spend over a decade of their lives experiencing symptoms around menopause transition, while just over 10% of womens healthcare professionals feel comfortable treating menopause. The conversation around menopause has evolved beyond hot flashes and night sweats to include how hormonal changes affect bone, brain, mood, heart and mental health. Midlife women can feel like they are drowning in symptoms. Many of them are not well served by health care providers who havent updated their knowledge on hormones since the WHI 20 years ago and influencers who are peddling potions and lotions which may not be effective. Menopause Rescue is here to give you a hand up. Im a board certified gynecologist with certification in menopausal medicine as well as functional medicine. My goal is to revolutionize the menopause dialogue, using the transition as a spark to ignite health promotion. Secondly, we will discuss solutions for low libido, weight gain, mood changes, brain fog, hot flashes and night sweats, insomnia and sexual pain and dive into the nuances of each topic, empowering women to determine what is uniquely relevant for them. This podcast is for women who are curious about their health and curate a mindset around menopause as an opportunity for growth. Many of us at this time in our lives are at a high point in our relationships and our careers. We know ourselves and know how to create boundaries and have defined our values in a way that we simply didnt have the wisdom to do in our 20 and 30s. Women in their 40s and 50s are at the perfect moment to take up some space in their lives and step into this transition with strength. Every other week we will gather to review topics that are relevant to menopause and take you behind the scenes with hormone specialists to help you cull and decipher health recommendations to find your unique solution. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Breaking Down Bone Health: The Role of Nutrition, Exercise, and REMS Technology (Part 1)
Episode 51
Thursday, 15 January, 2026
Have you been told your bone density is “normal” but still worry about fractures? Are you confused about whether a DEXA scan really tells you the whole story about your bone health? In this episode of Menopause Rescue, Dr. Polly Watson is joined by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Andrew Bush to break down bone health in midlife and menopause and explain why traditional bone density testing may fall short. Together, they explore a more accurate, modern approach to understanding fracture risk and protecting your bones long term. 🌸 Many fractures happen in people with “normal” DEXA scans, showing density alone doesn’t tell the full story. 🌸 Bone health reflects overall health, including nutrition, exercise, inflammation, and hormones. 🌸 Muscle strength plays a major role in determining bone strength. 🌸 Arthritis and bone spurs can falsely elevate DEXA results and mask weak bone. 🌸 REMS is a radiation-free ultrasound technology that evaluates bone structure and fragility risk. 🌸 Knowing whether your bones are strong or fragile matters more than focusing on a T-score alone. If you’re a midlife woman trying to prevent fractures, stay active, and make informed health decisions, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and practical insight to help you take control of your bone health with confidence. 📘 Try our 10-minute new patient intro course: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teachable.com/p/are-we-a-good-fit-new-patient-welcome-course 🩺 Looking for Personalized Hormone Care in North Carolina? Hormone Wellness MD serves women across North Carolina. We care for patients in Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington, Chapel Hill, Durham, and Greensboro, with virtual visits available statewide. If you’re ready for expert care rooted in evidence and empathy, we’d love to support you. Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com Email: info@hormonewellnessmd.com Call: (919) 364-3430 📲 Follow Hormone Wellness MD: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormonewellnessmd Podcast: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast
