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Menopause Management - Dr. Barbie Taylor

323 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 92 ratings

Dr. Barbie Taylor, also known as “Menopause Barbie,” is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist who retired from active practice in 2001 due to severe arthritis. Despite the fact that she had a law degree and a master’s in business at the time of her retirement (she’s a real nerd and loves school), her true passion has always been helping women.

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Herbal Options for Preventing Osteoporosis

September 06, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Herbal Options for Preventing Osteoporosis   If you’re fond of using herbs to manage your menopause, you need to know which herb(s) can prevent bone loss. Not knowing the facts on this can have dire consequences. So be sure to watch this video to get your facts straight.

Don’t Fall for Calcium and Vitamin D to Prevent Osteoporosis and Falls that Fracture

August 23, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Don’t Fall for Calcium and Vitamin D to Prevent Osteoporosis and Falls that Fracture  Time and time again, you’ll see the recommendation to take Calcium and Vitamin D for a bone density test that shows osteopenia or osteoporosis. This is wrong, wrong, wrong. And if you fall for that recommendation, you’ll be falling and fracturing before you know it. Listen to this podcast to discover why.

Vitamin D for Preventing Osteoporosis

August 16, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Vitamin D for Preventing Osteoporosis   There’s so much talk about the importance of calcium for preventing osteoporosis and so little talk about Vitamin D. Of the two, Vitamin D is much more important. And knowing the proper dosing and kinds of Vitamin D is critical to your success. In this podcast, you’ll learn it all.

Calcium for Preventing Osteoporosis

August 09, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Calcium for Preventing Osteoporosis  There is so much talk about calcium ... but so little real knowledge about calcium. In this video, I’ll teach you what you need to know, and even provide you with a cheat sheet for getting the calcium supplement that’s best for YOU. Knowing the facts about calcium can make or break you bone!

Vitamin and Mineral Options for Preventing Osteoporosis

August 02, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Vitamin and Mineral Options for Preventing Osteoporosis  When you think of the vitamins & minerals that can help prevent osteoporosis, which ones come to mind? Can you name any other than calcium and magnesium? Most people are at a loss beyond those two. In this podcast, I’ll present all the ones you probably never associated with your bone health.

Dietary Options for Preventing Osteoporosis

July 25, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

If you had to list foods that can decrease your risk of osteoporosis, what would you put on the list? What about foods that increase your risk of osteoporosis? I’ll make it easy for you. Just tune in to this podcast, and I’ll do it for you.

Exercise for Preventing Osteoporosis & Falls

July 18, 2021 00:04 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

One of the most important management options for preventing osteoporosis and falls is exercise. But, only certain kinds of exercise suffice. In this podcast, I’ll explain all the necessary qualifications and show you some examples of the most important things you can do to break a fall so that you don’t fall and break!

Lifestyle Options for Preventing Osteoporosis & Fractures

July 11, 2021 00:01 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

Did you know there are lifestyle measures that you can use to decrease your risk of osteoporosis and fractures? Do you know what they are? This podcast will present them so that you don’t present to your doctor with osteoporosis or a fracture.

Why are so many Women Unaware That They Have Osteoporosis?

July 04, 2021 00:02 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

Wouldn’t you like to know why so many women are unaware that they have osteoporosis? Would it surprise you to discover that there are actually 16 different reasons? Listen to this podcast to find out what they are.

Premature Menopause and Osteoporosis

June 27, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MB

Have you any idea how truly profound premature menopause is on your risk for osteoporosis? The impact is fast, furious, and so unfortunate. Listen to this podcast to understand what you need to know about early estrogen loss causing early bone loss.

Osteoporosis Risk Assessment Tools

June 20, 2021 00:02 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Have you ever heard of an “osteoporosis risk assessment tool”? What do you suppose it can do for you? Despite the nifty name, it’s critical that you know both the purpose and the limitations of these tools. So, tune in to this podcast to get informed.

Monitors for Bone Loss

June 13, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Given the fact that your bones are always “turning over,” replacing old bone with new bone, you might wonder if there are substances you can monitor in your blood or urine to indicate bone loss. That's what I’ll address in this podcast. Be sure to watch it.

How To Interpret Your Bone Density Test Results

June 06, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

If you got a bone density test, would you understand the implications of the results? What if you couldn't rely on what your doctor’s office tells you? Unfortunately, that’s precisely why you need to know how to interpret the results, yourself. Listen to this podcast and you’ll be all set.

Guidelines for Bone Density Testing

May 23, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Are you familiar with “guidelines” in general? How about the guidelines for bone density testing, in particular? Now that’s a set of guidelines that you really need to know and understand! They are not what you would expect. And, if you were to follow them, you would need to expect a fracture from osteoporosis. Don’t miss this podcast!

Bone Density Tests for Osteoporosis.

May 16, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

What do you know about the different devices for testing your bone density? Anything? Do you know how many different machines there are or how they differ in their ability to diagnose or monitor osteoporosis? Would you know which one to choose if give a choice? Well, it’s critical for you to know which one is best. And that’s what I’ll tell you in this podcast.

How To Know If You’re At Risk For Osteoporosis

May 09, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

If you had to list the things that increase your risk for osteoporosis, could you do it? How many items would constitute your list? You see, if you don’t know the list of things that increase your risk, how in the world are you going to decrease your risk? In this podcast, I’ll present the whole list.

Prognosis of Fractures from Osteoporosis

May 02, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Do you know what the long-term consequence, or “prognosis” is for a fracture that is due to osteoporosis? It’s not like a fracture of normal bone, that’s for sure. Knowing the consequences can empower you with an understanding of how important it is to avoid such a fracture. And that’s what I’ll teach you in this podcast tutorial.

Symptoms of Osteoporosis

April 25, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Can you describe the symptoms of osteoporosis? And can you decipher which ones are early versus late? If you can’t, how in the world are you going to know if you’re losing bone? Knowing how osteoporosis presents itself is critical to your ability to prevent a fracture from it. So, don't miss this podcast.

Rate of Bone Loss at Menopause

April 18, 2021 00:03 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

You may know that you lose bone at menopause. But, do you know how rapidly you lose bone at menopause? Do you think you lose a lot at first or just a little at first? Do you think you lose bone forever or for just a while? Knowing the facts on this can be the difference between avoiding or sustaining a fracture from bone loss. So listen to this podcast to get the facts.

Bone Structure and Bone Fracture

April 11, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Good bone structure isn’t just about having a pretty face. It’s the difference between bones that are prone to fracture as a result of osteoporosis and bones that aren’t. In this podcast tutorial, I’ll teach you what you need to know about bone structure and bone fracture.

How Common is Osteoporosis

April 04, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

No doubt you’ve heard the word “osteoporosis.” And, you might even know what it means. But, do you know how common it is? Do you know how many women have it, how many have fractures because of it, or how its numbers compare to other diseases? Well, I’ll tell you all these things in this podcast

Your Bones From Puberty to Menopause

March 21, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Your Bones From Puberty to Menopause   Have you ever stopped to think about the effects of puberty and menopause on your bones? Do you ever think of your bones at all when addressing puberty or menopause? Well, believe me, they’re connected! And this podcast will teach you just how directly and inextricable that connection is.

Definition of Osteoporosis

March 14, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

Definition of Osteoporosis    We’ve all heard the word, “osteoporosis.” But do you really know and understand what it means? Even dictionaries define it incorrectly. In this podcast, I’ll make sure you know what it is and never forget it.

Menopower!

March 07, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Menopower! Do you know what it is to turn your negatives into positives? It’s when you embrace an undesirable event and use it to do something powerful. It’s what I’ve done with my crossed eyes and arthritis, and it’s what I’m teaching you to do with your menopause. I call it “menopower.” Listen to this podcast, and find your menopower.

14 Red Flags of Menopause Mismanagement

February 28, 2021 00:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Red Flags of Menopause Mismanagement Did you know that there are “red flags” that tell you that you will not get what you need from some of the professionals that are available for helping you with your menopause? Do you know what those red flags are? If you do, it will save you loads of frustration and misery. Listen to this podcast, and I’ll tell you about them.

The Role YOU Play in the Status of Menopause in the World Today

February 22, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

The Role YOU Play in the Status of Menopause in the World Today  Have you ever thought in terms of YOUR role in the status of menopause in the world today? Did you even realize that you have a role? The simple fact is that, as a woman, you definitely have a role. And the more significant fact is that, as a menopausal woman, your role is more important than the roles of any non-menopausal members of society. Tune into this podcast to understand the part you play.

Bioidentical, Compounded, Custom, & Pharmaceutical Hormones

February 15, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Bioidentical, Compounded, Custom, & Pharmaceutical Hormones  What does the word, “bioidentical” mean to you? What if it’s combined with the word, “compounded,” or “custom”? Or what if it’s combined with the word, “pharmaceutical”? There is just so much confusion over these terms. And this podcast will make all these terms crystal clear.

Pharmaceutical Drugs versus Dietary Supplements

February 08, 2021 00:01 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Pharmaceutical Drugs versus Dietary Supplements    Do you really understand the differences between pharmaceutical drugs and dietary supplements? I find that most women don’t ... even when they think they do. There are differences at so many more levels than you might imagine. And, if you ever want or need to use either, you really need to know all the differences. Well, all you have to do is listen to this podcast, and you’ll be all set.

The Smorgasbord of Options for Menopause

January 31, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

The Smorgasbord of Options for Menopause   Have you ever stopped to think about all the different categories of options that exist for managing your menopause? It consists of multiple options in each and every category. And that adds up to a huge smorgasbord of options. Listen to this podcast to see just how vast it is.

Birth Plan for Menopause

January 18, 2021 15:55 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MB

Birth Plan for Menopause Have you ever heard of a “birth plan”? It’s a document that a pregnant woman creates to dictate the specifics of her labor and delivery. Well, it makes a whole lot more sense to create a “birth plan” for your menopause than it does for your labor and delivery. You just need to know a few basic principles for success. And that’s what I’ll teach you in this podcast.

Your Greatest Enemies of Menopause

January 11, 2021 15:55 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Your Greatest Enemies of Menopause Have you ever thought about all the different forces that impact your menopause in terms of whether they constitute a friend or an enemy? If you do, it’s really eye-opening. Well, all you have to do is open your ears and listen to this podcast, and I’ll do it for you. And you’ll be most surprised at what constitutes your greatest enemy of all.

Happily-Ever-After Menopause

January 04, 2021 15:50 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Happily-Ever-After Menopause When you think of the happily-ever-after” events in your life, is menopause among them? If so, why not? “Happily-ever-after” doesn’t just happen. You have to create it. In this podcast, I’ll tell you how.

Diabetes at Menopause

December 28, 2020 19:15 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Diabetes at Menopause Have you ever thought about the prevalence or implications of diabetes on your menopause? Did you have nary an idea that they’re related? Well, believe it or not, diabetes is one of the things that can wreak the most havoc on your menopausal future. So, listen to this podcast and learn all about it.

High Blood Pressure at Menopause

December 21, 2020 19:10 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

High Blood Pressure at Menopause What do you know about high blood pressure? Did you know how it can affect your menopause? Even if you think you know the basics, this is a time when you need to know so much more than that. Save yourself a lot of unnecessary risks by listening to this podcast.

Blood Clots at Menopause

December 14, 2020 19:10 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Blood Clots at Menopause How much do you know about blood clots at menopause? How much do you know about blood clots in general? Well, menopause is a time when you need to learn about them. So tune in to this podcast, and you’ll be all set.

Stroke at Menopause

December 07, 2020 19:10 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MB

Stroke at Menopause How much do you know about your risk of stroke at menopause? Do you know what causes strokes? Do you know how to prevent a stroke? Well, all you have to do is listen to this podcast to prevent a stroke of bad luck.

Non-Hormonal Mediation Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

November 23, 2020 17:20 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Non-Hormonal Mediation Options for Preventing a Heart Attack What if your doctor recommends a non-hormonal medication to decrease your risk of a heart attack? Would you know anything about those drugs? Or would you have to consult Dr. Google? I can save you the trouble. Just listen to this podcast and I’ll tell you what you need to know about all your non-hormonal medication options for preventing a heart attack.

Heart Attack After Stopping HRT

November 16, 2020 17:20 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Heart Attack After Stopping HRT If taking HRT can prevent a heart attack, what happens when you stop taking HRT? Do you think that protection from a heart attack lasts? Or do you think it disappears? With all the inadequate mantras that doctors use to care for menopausal women, you need to think about this. More than that, you need to listen to this podcast and get the answer.

Why All the Confusion About Hormones & Heart Attacks

November 09, 2020 17:15 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Why All the Confusion About Hormones & Heart Attacks? Are you confused about HRT and heart attacks? Do you feel like you get mixed messages ... from the media, your doctor, the HRT package labelling, and your acquaintances? Well, sometimes confusion isn’t confusion. It’s a matter of context. I erase all the confusion in this podcast.

Research Studies on HRT & Heart Attacks

November 02, 2020 17:15 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

Research Studies on HRT & Heart Attacks Does it seem like research studies on HRT and heart attacks provide more questions and confusion than answers and logic? If so, it’s because you don't get all the various pieces of information you need to make sense of things. In this podcast, I’ll teach you the basics of research studies take you on a stroll through the history of research studies that have led us to where we are today. You’ll be relieved at how logical it is.

Hormonal Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

October 25, 2020 19:10 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Hormonal Options for Preventing a Heart Attack Sometimes, there are specific details that determine whether or not a particular option is right for you. And that’s precisely the case when it comes to hormonal options for preventing a heart attack. In this podcast, I’ll teach you precisely what you need to know about using hormones to avoid a heart attack

Herbal Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

October 18, 2020 19:10 - 24 minutes - 33 MB

Herbal Options for Preventing a Heart Attack Do you know which herbs can help reduce your risk of heart attack? Don’t you think that's a good thing to know? If your heart is healthy, and you want to keep it that way, listen to this podcast to discover which herbs are pertinent.

Coronary Artery Calcium & Heart Attacks at Menopause

October 11, 2020 19:10 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MB

Coronary Artery Calcium & Heart Attacks at Menopause Have you ever heart of “coronary artery calcium”? If you have, what does it mean to you? Do you know how it relates to calcium supplementation? What about its relationship to heart attacks? Well, it’s something you need to know about, so I’ll teach you all about it in this podcast.

Vitamin, Mineral, & Supplement Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

October 04, 2020 19:05 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MB

Vitamin, Mineral, & Supplement Options for Preventing a Heart Attack If you’re trying to reduce your risk for a heart attack, wouldn’t you want to know all the vitamins, minerals, and supplements that can help? And wouldn’t you want to know the necessary dosages for accomplishing your goal? Well, that’s precisely what I’ll teach you in this podcast tutorial.

Exercise for Preventing a Heart Attack

September 27, 2020 18:10 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Exercise for Preventing a Heart Attack When it comes to exercise for preventing a heart attack, do you know which ones qualify? Wouldn't it be awful to assume you're doing what it takes only to find out later that it wasn’t adequate? Tune in to this podcast to learn which exercise do and do not prevent a heart attack.

Lifestyle Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

September 20, 2020 18:10 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

Lifestyle Options for Preventing a Heart Attack How many lifestyle options can you name that will help you prevent a heart attack? Most women can only name one or two. But there are more than that. Don’t you want to know all of them? There might be one that makes all the difference in your ability to avoid a heart attack. This podcast will inform and empower you.

Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack Low Sugar

September 13, 2020 18:05 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MB

) Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack: Low Sugar When you think of dietary options for preventing a heart attack, do you automatically think about fat? If so, you’re like most people. But the problem is that fat is only part of the problem. The other part is sugar. And it’s a big part. In fact, sugar is as guilty of causing heart attacks as fat. Listen to this podcast to find out why.

Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack High Fiber

September 06, 2020 18:05 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack: High Fiber You hear it all the time: “high fiber.” But, what constitutes “high fiber”? And how do you achieve a high-fiber diet. More importantly, how does it help you prevent a heart attack? I’ll tell you all these things in this podcast.

Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack

August 23, 2020 17:50 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MB

Dietary Options for Preventing a Heart Attack: Low Fat Everybody says that you need a “low fat” diet to prevent a heart attack. But, what does that really mean? And when you hear that, do you know which foods to avoid? If you ask me, it’s too general, and it doesn’t tell you what you need to know in order to succeed. So, listen to this podcast to learn the actual facts and simple acts for success.

Risk Calculators for Heart Attack

August 16, 2020 17:50 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Risk Calculators for Heart Attack Do you know what a “risk calculator” is? Would you understand its significance if your doctor used one for calculating your risk for a heart attack? And would you know which factors it takes into account? It’s important that you understand what risk factors for a heart attack entail. And that’s what I’ll teach you in this podcast.