Root Cause Radio E. 160- Mastering Menopause with Esther Blum
Sep 18, 2022
Esther Blum, dietitian and menopause expert who wrote See Ya Later, Ovulator, offers clinical guidance on bioidentical hormone therapy and self-advocacy. She discusses spotting perimenopause signs, hormone replenishment versus birth control, debunking hormone risk myths, and practical testing before treatment. She also covers nutrition, exercise, supplements, and stress support for navigating menopause confidently.
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Extreme Heavy Bleeding Example
- Esther describes a client who bled through a tampon and pad into her shoes at work to illustrate heavy peri/postmenopausal bleeding.
- She uses vivid clinical stories to emphasize the severity and variability of menopausal symptoms.
Say No To Testosterone Pellets
- Avoid testosterone pellets due to poor regulation, supraphysiologic spikes, and unpredictable crashes.
- Prefer low-dose topical testosterone and work with experienced clinicians to dose slowly.
Boost Testosterone With Strength & Protein
- Build testosterone naturally with resistance training and eating adequate protein across meals.
- Lift weights, especially upper-body, and eat 4–6 oz protein per meal to raise testosterone and preserve muscle.
