Molly and Dr. Suzanne talk all things integrative health. From the food we consume to the products we put on our skin, to the things we smell, hear, and the types of people we spend our time with. These are the things Dr. Suzanne says have a huge impact on our health and affect all areas of our lives all the time. She also discusses sexual health and the integration of mind, body, and spirit.
Dr. Suzanne discusses menopause and the downfall of our society in that it is hypervigilant against aging, especially towards women. Molly asks how women can help themselves get through these tough times we’re in? Her advice? Stop referencing yourself externally, then you get the opportunity to assess your own self. She also talks about the importance of self love and surrounding yourself with others who can share in your experiences.
So how can you go into perimenopause or menopause feeling prepared and empowered? Knowing the stages you’re going to go through, and the tools to deal with it, then you are less likely to be blind-sided. Because she’s done the work herself, she believes she is able to really help the people who reach out to her for her expertise.
Episode Quotes
“Women’s health is not just about your annual pap smear” – Molly
“Everything is not about us” -Dr. Suzanne
“People are scared of self acceptance” -Molly
“How about being where we are, owning it, and optimizing it?” -Dr. Suzanne
Key Highlights
Menopause and perimenopause
Aging, particularly the dangers of the “anti-aging” movement
Self care and self love
Integrative health and how it connects to all aspects of life
Stigmas surrounding menopause
About Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz is a nationally renowned doctor, expert, speaker, and advocate for integrative women’s health. A Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Suzanne has been involved in women’s empowerment and public education since 1996. A specialist in Ayurvedic, integrative, and holistic medicine, and the co-founder of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center’s Green Committee, she is deeply committed to promoting healing by involving individuals, families, communities, and the planet. Her book Menopause Bootcamp: Optimize Your Health, Empower Yourself, and Flourish as You Age comes out October 11, 2022 (buy it asap!!!).
Connect with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
Instagram: @askdrsuzanne
About Molly Carmel
Molly is a leading addiction and eating disorder therapist and the founder of the Beacon Program, which offers individual and group solutions to help people break free from their destructive relationships with food and dieting. She is also the author of ‘Breaking up with Sugar’ and the host of ‘What You’re Craving’ Podcast.
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