Breaking the Taboo: Talking About Menopause, Vaginas, Sex, and Women's Health with Esther Blum
07/25/23 • 46 min
Menopause is a natural phase of a woman's life that occurs when she stops menstruating and can no longer bear children. It is a significant milestone that marks the end of reproductive years and the beginning of a new phase of life. However, despite its importance, menopause is often misunderstood and overlooked in our society. This lack of education and awareness about menopause has serious implications for women's health and well-being.
Normalizing conversations about women's health is a crucial step towards empowering women and providing them with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their bodies. This episode highlights the importance of open and transparent discussions about topics that have traditionally been considered taboo or uncomfortable.
We are joined by the incredible Esther Blum, an Integrative Dietitian, Menopause Expert, and Bestselling Author, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Our conversation is not only research-based, but also backed by scientific proof and clinical experience. We believe that by sharing our differing perspectives and personal stories, we can help you navigate through the complexities of societal myths and industrial norms.
During this episode, we explore the importance of having conversations with the people you care about, and how these conversations can lead to personal growth and transformation. We also discuss the books that have inspired us on our spiritual and business journeys, providing you with valuable resources to expand your horizons.
If you're looking to challenge your own beliefs, gain new insights, and be part of a community that supports your personal and professional growth, then this episode is a must-listen. We invite you to join the conversation by sharing your thoughts, commenting, and engaging with our community.
Key Takeaways:
[00:01:36] Natural ways to restore hormones.
[00:04:11] Empowering women through menopause.
[00:07:39] Shortages of hormones.
[00:11:05] High stress and perimenopause.
[00:17:52] Masturbation and sexual wellness.
[00:19:30] Self-advocacy at the doctor's office.
[00:23:25] Bio-identical hormones are safe.
[00:26:02] Vaginal estrogen and breast cancer.
[00:31:01] Importance of progesterone.
[00:33:01] Progesterone vs. Progestin
[00:36:30] Progesterone hypersensitivity.
[00:40:07] Keeping intimacy and connection.
[00:43:31] Hormones and menopause resources.
Where To Find Our Guest
Website: https://estherblum.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/
Happy Hormone Cocktail: https://estherblum.com/cocktail
Memorable Quotes
"And just normalize these conversations, I mean even in my group coaching program I did all full class on like masturbation and vibrators, and I think everyone was just so excited to have like a safe open normal conversation about it because some women, you know I told my friends like do you talk about this with other people like oh God I talk about you but I don't, like why are we not talking about it, where's my 16 year-old son it's like masturbation is just completely normalized for dudes, why is it not normalized for girls." [00:17:35] – Esther Blum
"I've really worked on developing a spiritual practice in my life and really partnering with the divine for abundance. And there's, if you're really clear on your goals, right, the problem is it's never that we're not dreaming. It's that we're not dreaming big enough.” [00:41:26] – Esther Blum
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Menopause is a natural phase of a woman's life that occurs when she stops menstruating and can no longer bear children. It is a significant milestone that marks the end of reproductive years and the beginning of a new phase of life. However, despite its importance, menopause is often misunderstood and overlooked in our society. This lack of education and awareness about menopause has serious implications for women's health and well-being.
Normalizing conversations about women's health is a crucial step towards empowering women and providing them with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their bodies. This episode highlights the importance of open and transparent discussions about topics that have traditionally been considered taboo or uncomfortable.
We are joined by the incredible Esther Blum, an Integrative Dietitian, Menopause Expert, and Bestselling Author, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Our conversation is not only research-based, but also backed by scientific proof and clinical experience. We believe that by sharing our differing perspectives and personal stories, we can help you navigate through the complexities of societal myths and industrial norms.
During this episode, we explore the importance of having conversations with the people you care about, and how these conversations can lead to personal growth and transformation. We also discuss the books that have inspired us on our spiritual and business journeys, providing you with valuable resources to expand your horizons.
If you're looking to challenge your own beliefs, gain new insights, and be part of a community that supports your personal and professional growth, then this episode is a must-listen. We invite you to join the conversation by sharing your thoughts, commenting, and engaging with our community.
Key Takeaways:
[00:01:36] Natural ways to restore hormones.
[00:04:11] Empowering women through menopause.
[00:07:39] Shortages of hormones.
[00:11:05] High stress and perimenopause.
[00:17:52] Masturbation and sexual wellness.
[00:19:30] Self-advocacy at the doctor's office.
[00:23:25] Bio-identical hormones are safe.
[00:26:02] Vaginal estrogen and breast cancer.
[00:31:01] Importance of progesterone.
[00:33:01] Progesterone vs. Progestin
[00:36:30] Progesterone hypersensitivity.
[00:40:07] Keeping intimacy and connection.
[00:43:31] Hormones and menopause resources.
Where To Find Our Guest
Website: https://estherblum.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gorgeousesther/
Happy Hormone Cocktail: https://estherblum.com/cocktail
Memorable Quotes
"And just normalize these conversations, I mean even in my group coaching program I did all full class on like masturbation and vibrators, and I think everyone was just so excited to have like a safe open normal conversation about it because some women, you know I told my friends like do you talk about this with other people like oh God I talk about you but I don't, like why are we not talking about it, where's my 16 year-old son it's like masturbation is just completely normalized for dudes, why is it not normalized for girls." [00:17:35] – Esther Blum
"I've really worked on developing a spiritual practice in my life and really partnering with the divine for abundance. And there's, if you're really clear on your goals, right, the problem is it's never that we're not dreaming. It's that we're not dreaming big enough.” [00:41:26] – Esther Blum
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Wake Up And Read The Labels With Jen Smiley
Reading food labels is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In today's society, where there is an abundance of processed and packaged foods, it is crucial to be aware of what we are putting into our bodies. It can be easy to overlook the importance of reading food labels. Many of us are guilty of grabbing items off the grocery store shelves without giving much thought to it and what many individuals fail to realize is that even foods labeled as "healthy" can contain hidden ingredients that are detrimental to our health.
In this episode, we are joined by Nutrition Expert, Jen Smiley, Founder of "Wake Up and Read the Labels," a company dedicated to helping consumers understand what's actually inside of their food and
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As Jen emphasizes, knowledge truly is power when it comes to making healthier choices. By educating ourselves about food labels and understanding the ingredients we're consuming, we can make more informed decisions. Over time, these choices become easier, and we can navigate the marketing tactics that often mislead us.
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Key Takeaways:
[00:01:32] Toxic ingredients in salad dressing.
[00:06:47] Real food ingredients discovery.
[00:08:14] Gluten-free and dairy-free diets.
[00:12:26] Nut milk alternatives
[00:17:03] Clean coffee options.
[00:19:54] Ingredients to avoid.
[00:23:11] Controversial ingredients in food.
[00:28:30] Teflon and its health impacts.
[00:30:41] Cooking oils and inflammation.
[00:34:42] Diabetes and diet sodas.
[00:40:47] Overcoming the food industry.
[00:42:30] Avocado and skincare products.
[00:46:30] Relationship and friendship dynamics.
[00:50:19] Fresh food and healthy choices.
Where To Find Our Guest
Website: https://jensmiley.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wakeupandreadthelabels/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WakeUpAndReadTheLabels
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC20se2ZpeYBdmejTfxBllCQ
Memorable Quotes
"The fact that we're going to the grocery, and we are confused, and our health is declining is it correlates with the amount of choices in this consumer confusion that the food marketing is essentially created.” [00:14:49] – Jen Smiley
"The beautiful thing is that you can eat the foods you love, you have to be educated on which the labels are made with real ingredients and that is how you can enjoy these foods still not feel restricted, you're not on a diet, you're actually overcoming the food industry and that's when you start to see relief in your symptoms and how you feel." [00:39:25] – Jen Smiley
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Our guest, a fellow OBGYN, Dr. Margaret Christensen, has made significant contributions to the fields of Longevity Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Functional Medicine. Her expertise, combined with her unique clinical journey, has led her on an enlightening path of discovery.
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Key Takeaways:
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[00:04:26] Personal journey in medicine.
[00:09:51] Integrative and interdisciplinary practices.
[00:12:00] Gut microbiome and hormones.
[00:15:10] Hormone-disrupting toxins in everyday life.
[00:19:27] Spiritual energy centers.
[00:23:54] Hormonal disruptions and buried emotions.
[00:28:09] Abnormal bleeding and infertility.
[00:31:27] Gut issues and hormone influence.
[00:35:24] Vascular issues and COVID.
[00:36:59] Resuscitating Mitochondria.
[00:42:07] Boundaries and self-care.
[00:46:26] Thyroid and mitochondrial health.
[00:47:47] Pap smears and cervical cancer.
[00:52:33] Environmental toxicity and dietary plan.
Where To Find Our Guest
Website: https://carpathiacollaborative.com/
Website: https://www.molddetoxdiet.com/
Website: https://margaretchristensenmd.com/
Memorable Quotes
"One of the most important questions I ask is, how many antibiotics have you been on in a lifetime? And that is a revealing question. And again, antibiotics are major hormonal disruptors. People have no idea. You increase your risk for breast cancer with that, if you've been, you know, in years of antibiotics. How much alcohol do you drink? That's another big thing. That's a huge area in women.” [00:44:51] – Dr. Margaret Christensen
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