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October 14, 2024 58 mins

Summary Are you feeling overwhelmed by the changes in your body during midlife? In honor of World Menopause Day, host Roni Jai sits down with Dr. Ailina, a functional medicine doctor, to tackle the unique health challenges women face, particularly focusing on thyroid health and menopause. Discover how lifestyle factors influence your well-being and the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare.

Roni and Dr. Ailina dive deep into the connections between thyroid health, perimenopause, and gut health, exploring nutrition's critical role in managing thyroid conditions and the potential benefits of hormone replacement therapy. They also discuss the impact of inflammation on overall health and provide proactive strategies for improving your well-being. Tune in for valuable insights that can empower you to take control of your health journey!

Chapters

00:00:00 - Introduction to Functional Medicine

00:02:33  - Conventional vs. Functional Medicine

00:06:55 - Addressing Women's Health in Midlife

00:09:48  - Lifestyle Factors in Perimenopause 

00:12:52 - Common Symptoms of Thyroid Issues

00:16:51 - Misdiagnosis of Thyroid Conditions

00:20:32 - Advocating for Your Health

00:23:25 - Essential Thyroid Tests

00:29:33 - Nutritional Support for Thyroid Health

00:31:32 - Connection Between Perimenopause and Thyroid Issues

00:39:56 - Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Discussion

00:42:39 - Managing Thyroid Antibodies

00:48:33 - The Role of Gut Health in Autoimmunity 

 

Learn more about Dr. Ailina:

Instagram: dr_ailina

Blog: drailina.com

Find a Functional Medicine doctor near you: www.ifm.org

 

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