Menopause Myths and Hacks: A Chat with Zora Benhamou
Episode Overview
Hormone therapy can significantly reduce menopause symptoms. Bioidentical hormones are different from synthetic ones. Cultural attitudes towards menopause vary widely. Over 100 symptoms can be associated with menopause. Breathwork is a powerful tool for stress management.
Don't settle for anything less than 100% symptom relief.
What remarkable journeys have people faced head-on against menopause? In this engaging episode, Dr. Joy Kong sits down with Zora Benhamou, a gerontologist and menopause expert, to tackle the myths and realities surrounding menopause. Zora, who travels the globe researching ageing, shares her findings on how different cultures perceive menopause and why some women breeze through it while others struggle. The duo discusses hormone therapy, peptides, and breathwork as potential game-changers for managing menopause symptoms.
Zora emphasises the importance of understanding the vast array of symptoms—over 100 documented ones—that can accompany menopause, beyond just hot flashes and mood swings. They also touch on the societal stigma attached to menopause and how it varies across cultures. With light-hearted banter, they dive into biohacking techniques that could delay ovarian decline and improve quality of life during this transition.
As Zora puts it, “Don't settle for anything less than 100% symptom relief.” This episode is packed with practical advice and scientific insights to help women feel like themselves again. So, whether you're curious about hormone therapy or just want to know what to expect as you age, this episode has got you covered. Are you ready to learn how to make menopause a smoother ride?