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Menopause & the Microbiome: Unraveling the Gut’s Role in Hormonal Shifts
Carrie Jones, ND
This webinar will dive into the specific alterations in the gut microbiome during menopause. Dr. Jones will also explore how menopausal shifts in the microbiome affect neurotransmitter production, mood regulation, and cognitive function. Additionally, Dr. Jones will provide insights into how to best support the microbiome during menopause to improve what feels like hormonal chaos.
In this webinar, you will learn more about:
- Changes in the gut microbiome during menopause
- How these changes contribute to systemic inflammation and metabolic disruption
- How microbiome shifts can affect mental well-being
- Ways to best support the microbiome during menopause
- Tips to improve overall health span outcomes
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Key Moments
00:00 Introduction to Menopause and the Microbiome
02:52 Understanding the Perimenopausal Transition
06:04 The Inflammatory State During Menopause
09:03 The Role of Hormones in Gut Health
11:51 Gut Microbiome Changes and Their Implications
15:06 Blood Sugar and Insulin Resistance in Menopause
17:50 The Gut-Brain Axis and Mental Health
21:01 Neuroinflammation and Its Impact on Women
23:51 Risk Factors for Depression and Anxiety
27:09 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
32:12 The Impact of Menopause on Mental Health
34:06 Gut Health: The Foundation of Well-being
48:35 The Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Please Note: The contents of this video are for educational and informational purposes only. The information is not to be interpreted as, or mistaken for, clinical advice. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider for medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.
Disclaimer: Special offer of 50% OFF first five kits is invalid 60 days after new provider registration.
TAGS
Women's Health
Menopause
Microbiome
Inflammation