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Ep. 297 Dr. Felice Gersh: Estrogen, Immunity & Menopause Mysteries

Ep. 297 Dr. Felice Gersh: Estrogen, Immunity & Menopause Mysteries

FromEveryday Wellness


Ep. 297 Dr. Felice Gersh: Estrogen, Immunity & Menopause Mysteries

FromEveryday Wellness

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Length:
80 minutes
Released:
Sep 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Prepare to be enlightened by an engaging discussion with a true powerhouse in women's health!
I have the pleasure of being joined once again by the esteemed Dr. Felice Gersh, a renowned physician with a cutting-edge career in obstetrics, gynecology, and integrative medicine. 
In today’s episode, Dr. Gersh and I explore the intricate interplay between estrogen and immune function, delving into the impact of ovarian aging, menopause, bone health, mental cognition, sleep, and mood. We traverse the vast landscape of the gut microbiome and vascular system, unraveling the secrets of different estrogen types and receptors while addressing the crucial role of inflammation. 
With a keen focus on hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Gersh also shares her invaluable insights on the critical window for intervention and her exceptional approach to caring for women in perimenopause and menopause.
Dr. Felice Gersh is an invaluable resource on women’s health! Tune in for an enriching discussion that will leave you eagerly anticipating more episodes with this esteemed physician! 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

Dr. Gersh discusses hormone supplementation and menopause. 

The role of estrogen in the immune system

The systemic effects of estrogens

How to turn on the off switch to inflammation

The connection between estrogen and the gut microbiome  

The role of estradiol in the body

Having a healthy gut will translate into a healthy liver and vice versa.

The magic of phytoestrogens

The perfect storm for creating breast cancer

Is there a magic window of time for menopause?

Estrogen receptors and the risk of blood clotting

 
Connect with Cynthia Thurlow
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Connect with Dr. Felice Gersh
On her website: Integrative Medical Group of Irvine
On Instagram

All of Dr. Gersh’s books are available on Amazon
Ep. 221 Part 1- An Integrative Approach to PCOS and Menstrual Irregularities with Dr. Felice Gersh
Ep. 237 Perimenopause and Menopause: What You Didn’t Know with Dr. Felice Gersh
Released:
Sep 16, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to the Everyday Wellness podcast with Cynthia Thurlow! Cynthia is a mom of 2 boys, wife, nurse practitioner, and intermittent fasting and nutrition expert. She has over 20 years experience in emergency medicine and cardiology, but pivoted to focus on food as medicine. She loves to share science-backed practical information to improve your overall well being and is grateful to be interviewing leaders in the health and wellness field. Her goal with Everyday Wellness is to help her listeners make simple changes to their everyday lives that will result in improved overall wellness and long term health.