In this episode, we'll explore personalized menopause care and functional medicine with Dr. Kourtney Sims.

Dr. K is a practicing double-board-certified gynecologist specializing in menopause care and blends phytotherapy and functional medicine to offer tailored treatment. She'll shed light on ethnic disparities in menopause healthcare and provide insights into navigating menopause with specialized support.

We'll explore how health disparities affect menopausal experiences, especially in marginalized communities, and discuss holistic solutions for equitable healthcare.

If you're curious about the link between health disparities and menopause care, join us for an enlightening discussion!

I also invite you to contribute to our ongoing efforts to understand the socio-economic impact on menopause experiences. Take part in our survey, 'Uncovering Socio-Economic Disparities in Menopause,' and help us gather valuable insights to enhance support for women across diverse communities.

Your participation is vital in shaping more inclusive and equitable healthcare practices.

Timestamps:

00:00:16 Personalized Menopause Care with Functional Medicine

00:07:43 Hormonal Fluctuations Misdiagnosed as Mental Health

00:10:13 Botanical Solutions for Menopausal Symptom Relief

00:14:18 Health Disparities in Menopausal Experiences

00:18:25 Ethnic Disparities in Menopause Healthcare Delivery

00:25:31 Navigating Menopause Care with Specialized Support

About Our Guest

Known as “Dr. K,” Dr. Kourtney Sims is a practicing double board certified gynecologist specializing in menopause care. Dr. K is also an expert in functional medicine and the use of phytotherapy to treat medical conditions. She is committed to listening to patients first, to ensure she deeply understands their needs, and tailors treatment plans to the individual. Part of the reason she was drawn to specializing in menopause was seeing how women were unnecessarily suffering through years of symptoms after being dismissed by providers who didn’t have the expertise to help them.

Learn more about her work in the following channels:

https://www.drkourtney.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drkourtney

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kourtneysims/

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Additional Resources

• Take part in our survey, 'Uncovering Socio-Economic Disparities in Menopause,' to help us understand how menopause affects various communities and improves support for women.
• Medical Symptom Questionaire: This questionnaire has been used for over 20 years by practitioners to identify the body's burden for toxicity to evaluate the need for a comprehensive detoxification protocol.

Studies:

• Disparities in Reproductive Aging and Midlife Health between Black and White women: The Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation (SWAN)
• Racial/Ethnic Disparities in the Diagnosis and Management of Menopause Symptoms Among Midlife Women Veterans

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Is ADHD diagnosis in adult women often misunderstood and overlooked? Join us in our latest episode as we uncover the truth about ADHD diagnosis in women with Diann Wingert, a seasoned psychotherapist turned coach specializing in assisting entrepreneurial women with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Diann sheds light on the challenges women face in obtaining accurate ADHD diagnoses, from societal misconceptions to hormonal influences and personal motivations. She highlights the need for a more nuanced and individualized approach to diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of thorough evaluation and understanding how ADHD presents in adult women.

Join us as we explore Diann's perspective on reframing ADHD as a superpower rather than a disability.

Timestamps:

(00:02:18) Hormonal Impact on ADHD Diagnosis in Women

(00:06:40) Misdiagnoses due to Overeager ADHD Diagnoses

(00:09:44) Varied manifestations of ADHD in individuals

(00:13:58) Hormonal Influence on ADHD Symptoms in Perimenopause

(00:17:42) Rejection Sensitivity Impact on Emotional Regulation in ADHD

About Our Guest

After two decades as a successful psychotherapist, Diann reinvented herself as a coach, so she could shift the conversation from problems to possibilities. She passionately believes that midlife is the most powerful if we are truly willing to let go of whatever is holding us back.

Since turning 50, Diann spent a decade as a single parent, raising her three children to adulthood, learned to drive a stick shift, embraced Buddhism, traveled the world, gone skydiving, studied German, remarried, been tattooed, changed careers and started her own business.

Now in her 6th decade, Diann is continuing to learn, evolve and defy her own limits, while helping others do the same. She has a particular fondness for coaching the “driven but distracted” over 50 entrepreneur and has extensive experience and expertise in women who discover that they have ADHD at midlife.

Learn more about her work on the following channels:

• https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-driven-woman/id1513039926
• https://www.instagram.com/coachdiannwingert/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannwingertcoaching/

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Additional Resources

• Are you struggling with hot flashes or any of the 100 perimenopause symptoms? Take the 28-Day Hot Flash Free Scorecard Challenge and manage your symptoms. You will get tips on how to navigate the menopause journey! https://hellohotflash.com/scorecard
• Take the Quiz and Conquer Your Day: What's Holding You Back? Find out what's stopping you so you can outsmart it.
• Are you ready to take charge of your health goals? Don't miss the opportunity to be a guest on our podcast and share your wellness journey. Book your spot for a FREE 30-minute Lifestyle Conversation at https://www.hellohotflash.com/meno-audit.

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Today, we're exploring metabolic health with Sandy Kruse, a holistic nutritionist and metabolic balance coach. Sandy's journey, overcoming health challenges like her daughter's soft tissue sarcoma and her own thyroid cancer battle, inspires her work.

Sandy teaches us that metabolism isn't just about biology—it's crucial for our vitality. She focuses on key indicators like triglyceride levels, blood pressure, and waist size. For instance, a larger waist can signal excess fat linked to issues like insulin resistance and heart problems.

But Sandy goes beyond numbers. She shows how these factors connect, offering a holistic view of metabolic wellness. By understanding this interplay, she guides us towards better health.

Join us as we learn from Sandy's expertise. Are you ready to discover the secrets to a healthier metabolism? Let's go!

Timestamps:

(00:04:02) Sandy Krause's Journey to Holistic Wellness

(00:07:33) Monitoring Health Through Blood Glucose Trends

(00:17:25) Personalized Diet Plan for Metabolic Health

(00:20:45) Optimal Health Through Balanced Meal Timing

(00:23:46) Optimal Energy and Weight Management Through Nutrition

(00:28:29) Enhancing Nutrient Absorption with Mineralized Water

About Our Guest

Sandy Kruse is the host and creator of the popular Sandy K Nutrition Health & Lifestyle Queen Podcast, now over 1 million downloads. She is also a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, a Certified Metabolic Balance Coach, a Biohacker and an aging-well advocate at 54 years of age. Sandy holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, and at 49, graduated with a diploma in holistic nutrition from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. Sandy educates on alternative means for healing, wellness and preventative care, and shares them with the world through her podcast and social media presence. She believes all humans need a little of everything to be aligned in body, mind, and soul. Post-thyroidectomy due to thyroid cancer at 41, after many years of trying almost every style of eating, Sandy asserts that balance is the key to living well, enjoying life, and living life well into those golden years – both happy and healthy. Sandy is working on her first book which speaks to balance in life by looking at all aspects of wellness to incorporate a little bit of science and a lot of soul.

Learn more about her work on the following channels:

• https://sandyknutrition.ca
• https://sandykruse.ca
• https://www.instagram.com/sandyknutrition/

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Additional Resources

• Leading Her Way: Conversations about leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life introvert women.
• Are you ready to take charge of your health goals? Don't miss the opportunity to be a guest on our podcast and share your wellness journey. Book your spot for a FREE 30-minute Lifestyle Conversation at https://www.hellohotflash.com/meno-audit.

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