Episode 059: Ease Heavy Periods with These Simple Diet and Sleep Strategies

Office Visits with Dr. V

English - November 17, 2023 13:00 - 50 minutes - 70.2 MB
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Previous Episode: Episode 058: Pursuing What Serves You and Improving Mental and Physical Health

Next Episode: Episode 060: What No One Tells You About Weight Gain & Hot Flashes

In this enlightening episode, Dr. V and guest expert Laurie Powers delve into the often-overlooked connection between diet and menopause symptoms, particularly hot flashes. They explore how certain foods can exacerbate these uncomfortable episodes and offer practical advice on dietary changes that can help alleviate them. Additionally, the discussion highlights the crucial role of sleep, including the impact of sleep apnea on menopause. This video is a must-watch for anyone seeking natural ways to navigate menopause with ease and comfort.

[00:00 - 00:30] Opening Segment

Laurie Powers shares a snippet of her Menopause journey.

[01:47 - 13:44] Laurie shares her Menopause story and how she got into Culinary Medicine

How covid caused Laurie to open her own practice

Laurie's method on treating Menopause patients

The marriage of Sleep & Diet to treat Menopause symptoms

[13:44 - 17:39] Managing Menopause, Painful Periods, and Mood Issues with Diet & Sleep

There are certain foods that Laurie ads to her diet such as certain healthy fats

One of the biggest issues with animal products is that they're filled with hormones.

[17:39 – 24:15] Processed Foods

You shouldn't be eating foods that have labels and you don't know what is in it

Focusing on fiber and eat as many fruits and veggies as you want

[31:04 – 50:59] Closing Segment

Laurie shares the importance of sleep for treating menopause symptoms

Most doctors do not know to test for sleep apnea

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Connect with Laurie Powers:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-powers-pa-c-482722240/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sleepanddietrestoration

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sleep-Diet-Restoration-112587744801555

Website: https://www.sleepanddiet.com/

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