334: Top Symptoms of Menopause and What You Can Do About It with Andrea Donsky

How much do you really know about perimenopause and menopause? 

In this episode of I AM HUMAN, I interview menopause educator and researcher Andrea Donsky about perimenopause and menopause. She shares her personal journey, the top 20 symptoms based on her research, what we can do to improve sleep during this transition, and what supplements could be helpful. This is a great episode to share with a friend! 

Through her platform, Morphus, Andrea aims to empower women with knowledge. As we explore the evolution of menopause conversations across generations, Andrea shares how today's Gen Xers are shattering the stigma that kept our mothers and grandmothers silent. We delve into the specific symptoms that women face, from fatigue and brain fog to sleep disturbances and loss of libido, and how these impact daily life and relationships. Andrea offers her expertise on coping strategies, including lifestyle adjustments, nutritional advice, and the potential benefits of hormone therapy. We also tackle the all-too-common issue of insomnia, providing strategies to improve sleep quality and discussing the importance of a consistent routine and stress management. Wrapping up, we reflect on redefining success to prioritize health and well-being. 

Andrea Donsky, known as the “Menopause Educator and Researcher” to her 335,000+ TikTok followers, is a seasoned nutritionist with 24 years in the health and wellness industry. As a Multiple-Award-Winning Influencer, Media Personality, Speaker, and Author, Andrea is dedicated to transforming the conversation around perimenopause and menopause. She hosts the podcast ‘Menopause Reimagined’ and serves as a Menopause Expert on TV across North America. Her latest venture, Morphus, supports women through menopause with nutrition, lifestyle guidance, and science-backed supplements. Discover more at wearemorphus.com. 

Discussion points: 

• (00:00) Andrea’s intro 
• (04:30) Andrea’s personal backstory with perimenopause 
• (06:00) Uncovering hidden perimenopause and menopause symptoms 
• (10:00) Common mental health and other unusual symptoms  
• (13:30) Depression and connecting it to perimenopause 
• (15:50) Why we don’t know more, past stigma around the topic 
• (20:00) Research in menopause and social media surveys 
• (28:20) Should women minimize activities during this phase? 
• (33:50) Women's sleep issues and causes, health risks 
• (43:00) Understanding the nuances of supplements 
• (50:35) Closing questions, what we wish people knew 
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Resources: 

Podcast: Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky 

wearemorphus.com 

@wearemorphus - IG 

@andreadonsky - TikTok 

Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your health or well-being, please consult a healthcare professional. 

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