Dr Louise Newson talks to Neuroscientist Dr Lisa Mosconi about Menopause and the Brain
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- Опубліковано 18 чер 2020
- Dr Louise Newson talks to Dr Lisa Mosconi, a New York Neuroscientist, Director of the Women's Brain Initiative and Associate Director of the Alzheimers Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medical College where she is also Associate Professor of Neuroscience in Neurology and Radiology.
Wonderful to listen to 2 educated respectful women dedicated to supporting other women through midlife. Very grateful for the information shared as I am developing my understanding to be able to support women in my local community on Maui. Bless your hearts.
Fascinating talk. There’s so much women need to know in their 30s & 40s that just doesn’t seem to get talked about. I’m 63 & 11 years past menopause but I wish I’d known some of the things spoken about here 20+ years ago so it’s really important that these messages get out. Also just how vital oestrogen seems to be for so many things. I never took HRT but sometimes wish I had & wonder if I’d be healthier now as a result.
It’s not too late! There’s a menopause talk on UA-cam with Liz Earle and a menopause dr. She says she has prescribed HRT for an 80 year old!
@@skippy7208 I did see that talk but not sure if the lady in question had been on HRT for many years or had taken it previously, then stopped & started again. I was lucky enough to get through menopause with just hot flushes so never needed it but back then I had no idea how vital oestrogen was for our overall health. If I can ever get to talk to my GP in these Covid times I’ll see what her take on it is! Thanks.
We must hope not needed, but, we do wonder if it would have helped, that is to be expected, :)
That was so interesting. I am 62 and have seen a wonderful Nutritionist privately for over 20 years who also does Kinsiology. I think she has helped me so much with PMT and most probably through the menopause. I never dreamt of going to the Doctor about how I felt as I never seemed to get answers. They didn't really know me. One time when I saw one of the male doctors at our Practice, he said I was what he called the Walking Well. I was shocked that I had gone to ask advice about a skin problem after I had had my first son in 1991, tried to help the problem myself and went to the Practice as a last resort as I have always done. Despite there being about 4 other doctors, of which there was only one who has been a good listener. I never relied on any of them again. I can imagine how you think this is maybe dangerous but it really made me take responsibility for my own health. I really felt let down over years when I needed help for periods from a teenager etc. I felt seeing men for womens problems did not help one iota. The good thing about my trained therapist is that she has got to know me, how my body works and has known how to help and correct. I have learnt so much. My 2 sons have disabilities and she has also helped them through diet and supplements. We never stop learning. Thank you for your expertise on the menopause too. I did have a hard time from 50 and wondered what was happening. But I can honestly say most days I feel wonderful, despite being a full time carer and needing all the energy for my two boys. It also takes a good husband who shares the workload and cooks I suppose. The only problem that seems hard to help is hair loss on the top of my head. it has gotten so much finer after 60 despite a good diet. Tried Philip Kingsley Trichotherapy, those pills helped to some extent whilst taking them, but problem still persists. I wonder if the HRT is the only way forward or will I be able to survive the next 20years or so as I am? Listening to Liz Earle also helps reiterate what I have been doing for the past 2 decades. Sorry for the long message.
Just stumbled upon this. Whatxa breath of fresh air. So much knowledge and information between these two lovely genuine and clever ladies. Sooo grateful. I have been struggling with a plethora of symptoms since I was 47. I am now 58. I have never yet received the help I now see I need from any GP. Thank you both so much.
This was so informative, thank you ladies.
This was so informative! Thank you so much 🙏🏻
What a discussion!!!!😍
Fabulous video. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
You are both so informative and easy to listen to. I appreciate your shared experience of the challenges it is giving lots of women hope and motivation to navigate their mid life. Than you you are both a breath of fresh air.
This was so interesting to listen to.😀
Thank you🌹
Brilliantly informative. Thank you so much 😊 ✅
What resources or advice/guidance could you give to women that have gone surgical menopause in mid-twenties due to borderline ovarian tumors? I am suffering from very intense depression and anxiety and am trying to find a neurologist that could maybe help me because even though i am on HRT i dont feel like it’s helping
Thr hormones pregnenolone progesterone testosterone and DHT[which only comes from testosterone and not the estrogens] are very Important for brain health. If you are low in testosterone as a woman you will not have optimum brain function and may just not feel well at all. Many perimenopausal and menopausal women do not feel mentally healthy on standard estrogen HRT protocols for women because they are desperately low in testosterone DHEA progesterone and sometimes pregnenolone
Excellent !
Id say ‘incredibly’ accomplished maverick in her field❤
Thanks ladies. It’s great to have more and more info available like your book XX Brain which I read in few days. I wonder if there are any studies in Europe that we could participate in like the ones mentioned in your book. Unfortunately just moved from NYC to Europe and would love to be part of one. ❤️
Thank you fir this ! Please make sure audio is matching . British dr is soooooo quiet
Brilliant video but I have problems sleeping didn’t quite understand about what was given to help sleep 💤 🤷♀️
She talks about the hormone 'Progesteron'. If you are on HRT (Hormon Replacement Therapy) because of menopause, you usually get a combination of both hormones: Estrogen (transdermal - gel, spray or creme) and Progesteron (capsule). Progesteron has a good calming effect, so if you take it at night, it helps sleep. I do HRT since 5 years - Estrogen in the morning and Progesteron at night - and for me this works fine.
Just started listening. Hopefully the interviewer stops interrupting the guest soon
Very informative and helpful conversation between 2 generous and intelligent women. I wish I could find equivalent knowledge in France. Micronized progesterone also sounds like a good option regarding this part of bio identical hrt... probably not easily available everywhere. Thank you for posting this.
twinkle star hi I live in France and trying to find if I can get micronised progesterone here, my pharmacy stock progesterone from a manufacturer called Biogaran and they tell me that this is a micronised progesterone. I am currently doing a bit of research on this as there was not a lot of information on the box that they showed me. It would be good to get an answer to this
@@dawneckford7148 hi Dawn thanks for sharing this.. I would love to know the outcome of your research and will also do my own research as I haven't started taking anything yet.. Thank you!
@@dawneckford7148 It's available on-line. That's how I initially obtained it back in 2011!
Search for micronised progesterone but also Utrogestan or Prometrium on-line. I'm sure you'll find its available somewhere.
Please fix your sound, it's so low, your guests sounds fine!! Thank you
Por favor ative a legenda para outros idiomas eu gostaria de assistir mas não tem opção legenda em português
22:28-22:31: Yes!🥺
49:04-50:07: Excellent explanation of why sleep is integral
49:52-50:07: This could be the making of a beautiful GIF. Possibly a glowing, golden shower, sprinkling over a 🧠 brain. I don’t appreciate how hard my body works for me and it’s only request is that I give it quality rest. Moving forward, I am forcing myself to shut off my electric device at the time I scheduled😊
This is the first time I hear a simple way to describe the brain with respect to Menopause .
This is great! Thank you both! Have testosterone receptors in the brain in women been studied? My brain function hasn't improved with body identical Oestrogel and maximum dose/Utrogestron.😢
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First of all thank you...can i ask if MS can be mistaken for menopause..
Very interesting video. I was especially interested to hear that the doctor has chronic migraines and was advised to not take HRT. I too have migraines and am just embarking on the BHRT journey. My practitioner said no systemic estrogen, but topical is permitted. Now I’m concerned 😟
I’ve learnt from various videos that if you suffer from migraines especially with aura, that oestrogen patches are recommended. They release the hormone more steadily throughout the day which is better as it’s sudden changes in oestrogen that cause the migraines. Also, one specialist, who I think was interviewed by Liz Earle, said migraine sufferers can cut a patch up into quarters for a couple of weeks, and gradually increase the size of the patch. Basically you just introduce the oestrogen very gradually. Hope this helps.
I've had intermittant migraines for over 30 years. They were getting progressively worse in frequency and severity. HRT helped immensely in reducing them. I take oral progesterone and topical gel estrogen (Divigel). It really has helped!☺
Just wondering if you put hormonal coil ,and apply Estrogel top of that , is it effective as taking it orally?
It’s not entirely accurate to say that women in Victorian times died shortly after their menopause. In fact the average age of death for people in that era was hugely affected by the high death rate during childhood as a result of a whole raft of illnesses which accounted for huge numbers. Death in childbirth was also very common and further reduced the average age of mortality for women. If women survived beyond these life events, they were just as likely to reach old age as we are today. Queen Victoria herself is a prime example (she was in her 90s when she died).
Queen Victoria lived a life of luxury and high levels of nutrition!! Not a good example.
Can someone help? Iam 39 yrs had a hysterectomy almost 5 years ago and now suffering with insomia, anxiety, dizziness and of course flashes im always tired. Conviced my Doctor to prescribe Estrogen..so she gave me Estradiol Patch weekly 0.25.. it has been a week and no improvement. Should I ask her to increase or do I have to give it more time to see improvement? It is my first time using HRT. Thank you Dr. Newson you have been a true blessing.
Hey I can help help. Email me info@perimenopause.co.uk
Hi Nohemi, thank you for your message. Dr Newson says many women find their symptoms improve within a few months. Symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats can resolve in the first few weeks but with other symptoms it can take up to 3 months. Dr Newson has written this helpful booklet all about HRT, you might find it interesting: bit.ly/2Ngo5Sg
Best wishes.
@@balanceMenopause
Thank you for the information💕very helpful. Thank you for all you do.
Definitely try to get another doctor. From what I have read that dose is way too low for your age and sudden menopause.
same 💞
How do I find a practictioner (any English speaking country ) to advise and consult for hrt (post menopause ) any specific recommendations would really be appreciated
Watch menopause barbie.Very informative.Will save ur life.
The sound quality of this episode is terrible. Or is it just my set up? Anyone else finding it hard to hear?
Lovely interesting conversation ladies very informative but nothing much on the brain and perimenopause and feelings of goin crazy what causes that feelings ....and why are most women misdiagnose
I was just wandering about the unbalancing effect of hormonal birth control. I think there are many similar effects by bringing the hormonal mixture out of balance by decreasing the effect of ostrogen and increase gestragen and others. There is a reason why ostreoporosis and depression increase in women using hormonal birth control. I would guess we will see long term effects of these medical treatments in alzheimers ratios when my generation will get older and enter the age where alzheimers will occur. I already feel the drastic changes in my body after stopping hormonal intervetion and getting slowly "back to normal" as far as my body remebers what that is. I think we are playing with the health of young women. And there are not necessary medical treatments! Please have a look into this and stop the mandness of understating the dramatic effects on our bodies.
My Parkinsons started three months after my last period at 47.
PUFA increases atherosclerosis. Look at the studies ,please.
But how much heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, stroke etc is tied to a dreadful diet? Science is proving these are enormous factors too. Heart disease e.g. is totally avoidable. So how much does oestrogen in comparison contribute towards prevention?
I have to ask this.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer individualised advice outside of a personal consultations, but Dr Newson has created a huge amount of free resources over on her website www.menopausedoctor.co.uk. You can also download her free menopause app 'balance' from the App Store or Google Play. You may find some helpful information there! Best wishes.
What a fabulous question. I consulted a menopause expert a while back who told me far and away, that healthy diet, lifestyle (exercise, limit alcohol etc) were among the most important things to take care of to reduce/mitigate risk of all those diseases. I specifically pressed her and asked, if she could only choose one path, which would it be - HRT or lifestyle? She didn’t hesitate, and said diet/exercise are the very most important factors in mitigating these diseases.
@@bethrizzo7822 hello Beth. I think Dr Newson is doing brilliant work but, I also recently learnt that there is at least 10 different types of estrogen but western medicine only understands x3 in depth. Estrone, Estradiol and Estriol. In fact several investigations of mine said 16. But they are not sure how they work. I also found out that most of the organs in the body run on estrogen. So you have to ask the question that if we take HRT even bioidentical (which is still synthetic its just the molecular structure is more accurate to our bodily needs) what impact is that having on all the other estrogens? Why overload the body with just those.Nobody knows. I recently learnt that when your ovaries decline your adrenal glands take over. But HRT, will just cover the symptoms a d the adrenals wont bother working. That makes sense. Also if you have adrenal fatigue they wont work properly either, which in turn affects the thyroid. I see a pattern here dont you? Lastly your gut microbiome if not right wont produce a protective type of estrogen apparently in menopause and it slso makes most of your progesterone. I swear half of my problems is estrogen dominance due to progesterone outvof whack. Secondly if we take HRT, then yes it may not cause cancer but I've researched it can expedite it. Thirdly, we have so much xenoestrogens in the environment that nobody is studying the overload this has on the body apart from the fact we know a bit about them and they are negative. Really bad for our hormone imbalances. Fourthly, yes women are living longer but I dont think nature planned it for our bodies to be in tatters for say 10 years ish after we go through menopause and we then decline so badly. It doesn't sound right to me.I mean years and years ago, menopause was seen as a great change and you have a hurdle to ho through and come out the other side. In Japan they hardly suffer menopause symptoms sooooooo....! Last, if we lack enough vitamins and especially vital minerals then none of our organs will work properly. The thyroid needs at least x5 vitamins and minerals to work. So how many women like myself are potentially deficient? No body checks any of this out in depth. Nobody corrects all of this first. Adrenal Bernard www.pcrm.com he is on you tube is doing a study on hormones and his book is an interesting read. I've decided to come off HRT as it helped with flashes and nothing else. I'm on HRT for vaginal atrophy but again I want to use my diet andnatural herbs. As I think I should be able to look after my bodies needs by diet, exercise and stress control. No Dr ever tells you that if you are stressed more than nature intended you use up your ptogesterone stores😳. Thats major!!! Result estrogen dominance. Stress can be caused by inflammation in the body from the adrenals to autoimmune disease. Their our plants that boost our production of hormones. All hormones. No Dr tells you to stop eating meat a d dairy as you are eating saturated fat, tans fats, natural mammalian hormones, artificial hormones, IGF1, antibiotics, possible GM foods via their feed etc etc. So what impact is that having on hormone balance and diseases such as diabetes, osteoporosis heart disease? In fact america consumes the most dairy yet had the most osteoporosis! Go figure!
So while I agree we need estrogen to help run vital organs, I've decided to investigate ALOT what I can do via plants including herbs and spices. Now that I know soy is absolutely fine!!!!!, I've just started consuming 1/2 cup of organic non GMO Soya beans a day to boost estrogen and I'm also concentrating on certain seeds to boost progesterone among other foods. Ashwghanda, maca to balance, essential oil (unadulterated) to help balance, milk thistle, chorella , freshly ground flax seeds, leafy greens the list goes on. I'm WFPB 90% so far and it's changed my life. I'm still learning.
@@panes840 Wow, that’s a lot to respond to! I would agree with all of the points you’re making. My main concern from the very beginning in considering HRT, is that our bodies are an incredibly complex physiological system. And just to “throw“ hormones at a system that is incredibly fine-tuned, seems like a very blunt way of dealing with a sophisticated and complex system. I understand that the estradiol works. I took it for a period of time and it absolutely helped my hot flashes. And I took a very low dose and yet still, I received that benefit.
But, you make a very good point that the adrenal system, thyroid, and overall health is so tied together, that we really need to pay attention to those body systems and not just strictly to female hormones. In doing so, we are really ignoring the vast internal landscape that makes up our well-being.
The one thing that I will agree with is that nothing is going to replace hormones that have declined. From what I understand, vigorous exercise can boost testosterone, even if briefly. And I do find that working out does seem to keep me feeling in good stead. It is such a complicated situation to address. I think if people are using exogenous hormones, and then they are not doing things to care, in very good measure, for the rest of their health, then my guess is that their body will not only be perhaps a little “confused”, but also be compensating in ways that may be negative - and we don’t even know what those are yet! And I’m not talking about cancers or other horrible situations, but just ways in which the body is trying to compensate for these exogenous hormones.
For reference, I have known a number of women who got very serious about taking care of their adrenal health, and their overall well-being. They saw absolutely remarkable changes in how they felt. The usual things, like eliminating excess caffeine, refined foods, excess sugar, anything that is a processed and not a naturally occurring food. Yoga, meditation, cardiovascular exercise, proper sleep, all of it. For these people, their health turned around remarkably. Does that mean that their hormones were restored? No, of course not. But it probably does mean that they’re in very good health regardless.
One thing to note, is progesterone plummets precipitously in advance of estrogen during perimeno. I did actually do quite a bit of blood work during perimenopause, as I was curious to see what was going on, and my GYN was happy to accommodate my request. In my mid to late 40s my progesterone started to decrease and stayed decreased. That is generally the first hormone that plummets, and then estradiol does a bit of wild swinging during perimenopause. And then that settles down later. In addition to some of the things you mentioned, excessive exercise and stress will deplete estrogen in the body. The progesterone will have long been depleted much earlier in the process.
@@panes840 By the way what does WFPB mean? And I have used Ashwaganda for quite a long time, tried Maca and was not happy with it, but I have been using milk thistle for quite some time - and take a few other adaptogenic herbs. You made another incredibly interesting point, that in other cultures where it is not uncommon to see octogenarians (and well beyond!), their lifestyle is so entirely different - they embrace this process, aging us often respected and revered, and they take care of their bodies, accordingly.
Its always old women talking about menopause but always act like its not effecting them
Rubbish!
WTF are you talking about?
Thank you ever so much to both of you beautiful, intelligent doctors for your medical/scientific expertise in educating your fellow women folks regarding menopause, how our brains plays a major factor in it all . 👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼