In this episode, I interview Dr. Dineasha Potter-McQuilkin, a double board certified physician and North American Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner. The interview covers FAQ's every woman 40+ needs to know about what will be happening in her body to educate and arm herself with options to discuss with her doctor. Questions include: How do you know if you’re going thru peri-menopause? How long can peri-menopause last? As a result of the Women’s Health Initiative research from 2002, Hormone Therapy gets a bad rap in the US. When is Hormone Therapy helpful? What are the benefits and risks? Some online companies market “natural bio-identical hormones” or compound pharmacy products. Please share the pros and cons of these compound pharmacies or natural hormones compared to pharmaceuticals. Weight gain seems to be one of the top symptoms/complaints during the menopause transition. Is weight gain post menopause a given? Sex drive drops noticeable for many women and becomes worrisome. What are some options women can discuss with their gynecologist? Does that libido drop level out? Do phytoestrogenic foods have estrogenic-like effects or increase estrogen in the body? How does one decipher whether symptoms of severe depression are a result of hormonal changes due to menopause? Should the depression be treated the same regardless of menopause? How do hormone changes affect sleep? Dr. Potter-McQuilkin will be one of the guest experts at the ⁠Menopause Masterclass⁠, July 15, 1-3pm in downtown Jersey City, that I am co-hosting with Dr. Melanie Llanes. If you're in the vicinity, please join us in the ⁠masterclass.⁠ About Dr Dineasha Potter-McQuilkin MD, FACOG, DipABLM, NCMP Dr. Dineasha Potter-McQuilkin is a highly accomplished double board-certified physician based in Hoboken, NJ. She is an esteemed OB/GYN and NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner with over 17 years of experience. Renowned for her expertise in menopause management and sexual wellness, she has dedicated her career to improving the lives of women through comprehensive and compassionate care. Instagram: ⁠@Dpottermcquilkinmd⁠ Where to find me or work with me: Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@IronStrongFit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠IronStrongFitness.net⁠⁠⁠ Each week's episode drops Tuesday 7am ET

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