Menopause Management - Dr. Barbie Taylor

Traditional Medical Professionals for Menopause Management What kind of traditional medical doctor do you use for your menopause management? Let's see ... maybe it's your GP. Or perhaps it's your Internist. You may even be using your Family Practitioner. Of course, it could be your general gynecologist ... or even a gynecologist who specializes in menopause! Did you even know there...

Marketing of Alternative & Complementary versus Pharmaceutical Products for Menopause Isn't it odd that you need a prescription for pharmaceutical products, but not for alternative & Complementary products? And why do you get a long list of risks with the pharmaceutical but not with over-ther-counter supplements? Does that accompanying literature mean that the pharmaceutical products...

Botanicals & Herbs for Menopause Many women use botanicals and herbs to manage their menopause. Do you know what constitutes "botanicals and herbs"? And do you know what to expect if you use these products to get rid of your symptoms of menopause, like hot flashes, moodiness, or vaginal dryness? Do they work? Most women really don't know much about these options, even if the ide...

Is soy Dangerous? Have you ever gone to a health food restaurant and heard that soy is bad for you? Did you ask why? And what were the reasons given for the need to avoid soy. On the other hand, have you ever heard that soy is good for you? What about the Japanese who eat it every day of their lives? With such conflicting information, how are you supposed to know what's true about soy? I&apos...

Lifestyle Pearls for Menopause Wanna know some "lifestyle pearls" for menopause? Did you even know there were such a thing as lifestyle pearls for menopause? Would you expect them to mirror the lifestyle recommendations for any other time in your life, or do you think they might differ a bit? Well, you need to know! And in this broadcast, I'll tell you. So tune in and get the scoop....

Bioidentical Hormones "Bioidentical Hormones are all the rage these days! Do you know what the word "bioidentical" means? And so you know what constitutes a bioidentical hormone? How do you find bioidentical hormones if that's what you prefer? Unfortunately, most people's knowledge of bioidentical hormones is woefully inaccurate. And the truth about them can be both shocki...

- "Natural" Versus "Synthetic" What comes to mind when you hear the word, "natural"? Would you assume that your definition of "natural" is the same as everyone else's? And what about the word, "synthetic"? At what pint does something cross the line from being "natural" to becoming "synthetic"? Is there a line? And is it pos...

Alternative & Complementary Versus Traditional Medicine for Menopause Did you know that there are two big "camps" of options for managing your menopause? Do you know what the the two big camps are? And do you know how they differ? Understanding the differences between the two big camps can help you immensely in knowing which professionals offer what you want and knowing how to get it...

Dietary Pearls for Menopause No matter how you choose to manage your menopause, your diet plays a huge role in both the transition through menopause an the rest of your life. And, even if you're not a menopausal woman, or even female, it sure does help to know some general principles about diet that can pay big dividends for years to come. In this radio monologue, I'll give you a collect...

The Balancing Act Managing menopause is one big balancing act. It's like a scale with two sides. Your job is to place all the benefits & risks of all the options on the scale and see how they compare FOR YOU. It doesn't matter what they weigh for someone else. Your situation, preferences, and opinions are all that count. Problem is that most women don't know enough facts to even...

"Total Hysterectomy" is a Total Misconception Ask anyone what a "Total Hysterectomy" is and you're likely to get a totally wrong answer. Some of the people who don't know what it is have actually had one themselves! This is one of the biggest areas of misconception in women's health. And it encompasses not only what constitutes a "Total Hysterectomy," b...

Diagnosis of Menopause How do you diagnose menopause? Do you need to diagnose menopause? What if you feel menopausal but your lab tests indicate that everything’s fine? And what lab test is best for diagnosing menopause? Women are all over the board when it comes to everything pertaining to the diagnosis of menopause. And different types of professionals are, too. Listen in on this show to make se...

Symptoms of Menopause Would you believe that, although there are 22 attention-getting and life-disrupting symptoms of menopause, most women fail to recognize menopause as menopause? In fact, most have no idea what's going on when menopause comes a knockin'. They think they're going crazy. Or they think they have a serious medical problem. But they rarely know in advance what to expe...

Who Moved My Estrogen? Change! Most of us adapt poorly to change. We don't like it when we have to adjust to something new ... especially when it involves disappearance of something on which we relied. So, when menopause hits and your estrogen plummets, the "change" can be quite upsetting. Join me as I present "the change" of estrogen loss in a whole new light. Visual lear...

Phases of Menopause Menopause! Is that all there is to it? Is it just a single word with no demarcations? Most people know little or nothing about the actual phases of menopause. But once you learn the real progression, it will make perfect sense. Listen in on this presentation, where I'll make sense of it. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor YouTube video here .  Click he...

The Three Hormones Testosterone, Estrogen, and Progesterone. The three hormones. We've all heard about them ... but do you really know their roles? Might you be a bit conflicted in really understanding what each one is ... and isn't? Tune in to this radio monologue to hear about them in the most interesting and unforgettable way. Visual learner? Find the corresponding Menopause Taylor Yo...

How to Tell Your Kids About Menopause You know how awkward it can be as a parent to talk to your kids about "uncomfortable subjects"? For some reason, both parents and kids cringe over certain conversations. Inevitably, though, we all have to face them from time to time. Most mothers "have a little talk" with their daughters before they have their first period. But, who is goin...

Menopause is Simply Puberty in Reverse Menopause! It's almost a taboo word. Shhhh, don't say it too loudly. It might embarrass someone. But why? Menopause is as common as puberty. Not only that, it's just like puberty in every way. It's merely puberty in reverse. But instead of being 12, you're 50. If that sounds twisted, it is. Join Menopause Taylor as she sheds light on...

Menopause is a Population Explosion! Do you have any idea how many menopausal women there are? And do you think the numbers of menopausal women are increasing or decreasing? Is menopause a world-wide phenomenon? Or is it specific to certain societies? How many menopausal women are there in your life? Tune in to this show to discover just how large the menopausal population is. Visual learner? Find...

History of Menopause Menopause isn't new. It's been around for centuries. So, why not look at how it's evolved over time. Or, has it? Is menopause the same ole' thing it was back in the olden days? Have we come a long way, baby? Or do we have a long way to go? Listen in on Menopause Taylor's riveting review of the history of menopause. Visual learner? Find the correspondin...

Why Do Human Females Even HAVE Menopause? Have you ever wondered about the purpose of menopause? Does it even serve a purpose? If it does, what, exactly, is the reason human females spend almost half their lives in the state of menopause? Tune in to this enlightening and entertaining discussion by Menopause Taylor. You'll find yourself laughing and learning at the same time. Visual learner? F...