Menopause Reimagined with Andrea Donsky Andrea Donsky, Nutritionist

In this interview, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, talks with Mark Mattson, PhD, about the science behind intermittent fasting's fantastic health benefits. Matt is a Neuroscientist and Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research focuses on neuroplasticity, brain aging, and neurodegenerative disorders.

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1:52 Exploring the benefits of intermittent fasting through the scientific research of Mark Mattson
11:41 The varieties of intermittent fasting and what to expect
14:42 Debunking the myth: Is breakfast really the most important meal?
18:05 The synergistic benefits of exercise and fasting for health and mood
19:54 Unlocking the brain-boosting power of exercise, fasting, and BDNF (Brain-derived neurotrophic factor)
26:26 The relationship between intermittent fasting and muscle-building
35:06 Fasted exercise: Unlocking the benefits for fitness and fat loss
39:46 The spectrum of fasting durations and how to make fasting a sustainable habit
45:56 The weight management benefits of intermittent fasting and how autophagy (cell waste cleanup) works
49:30 Understanding individual variations in response to fasting based on age and biology
53:20 Understanding what breaks a fast and tips for successful fasting
55:58 Fasting and its neuroprotective effects and advice on alcohol consumption

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More information on Intermittent Fasting:

Intermittent Fasting 101: What You Need to Know with Dr. Jason Fung https://youtu.be/n4KEqMI4Yu0?si=FjbN4zdIMsEnBtxD

The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. 
Jemecia Braxton https://youtu.be/H1HHQdhvmzs?si=Pn4_82dL9T2iaQ65 

Your Body on Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Mindy Pelz https://youtu.be/iM0eN023bWY?si=fJ0EoNOjOyxVbO_Q 

Mark's Books:
The Intermittent Fasting Revolution: The Science of Optimizing Health and Enhancing Performance https://amzn.to/4d93zOb

Sculptor and Destroyer: Tales of Glutamatethe Brain's Most Important Neurotransmitter https://amzn.to/3xQKnoh
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Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, interviews Lisa Stokke about food quality and how it can affect our health, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Lisa Stokke is the Co-founder of Food Democracy Now, the Bionutrient Institute, NEXT 7, and has advocated for food quality for over 30 years.
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1:24 Introductions and Lisa's journey as a food advocate in the non-GMO, organic, and regenerative farming space
5:54 The vital importance of food integrity for overall health: the role of government, big business, and industry standards
10:17 The impact of micronutrient deficiencies in modern foods on root causes of health issues
13:12 Understanding the truth about organic certification and accessing the best foods for you and your family
23:41 Understanding the importance of regenerative agriculture and biodynamic farming
29:59 Accessing optimal nutrition on a budget amidst rising food prices
33:01 Addressing the issue of food desert
34:18 The risks associated with genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
37:33 Practical guidance and tips for growing your own food

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Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of Morphus, interviews Dr. Nicole Avena about why we need to break up with sugar in perimenopause and menopause.

Dr. Nicole Avena. She's an associate professor of neuroscience at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City and a visiting professor of health psychology at Princeton University. She has done groundbreaking work, developing models to characterize food addiction and the dangers of excess sugar intake. In addition to over a hundred peer-reviewed scholarly publications, Dr. Avena has written several popular books. Her latest book, Sugarless, covers the latest science on sugar addiction and how to overcome it.

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1:40 Dr. Nicole Avena's research reveals how sugar addiction drives obesity and other health risks associated with overconsuming sugar
7:52 Understanding the dangers of added sugars vs. the benefits of fruit sugars
9:04 There are 280+ sneaky names for sugar on food labels. Dr. Avena explains the rise of sugar overload in the modern diet.
12:28 Discussing the recommended daily sugar Intake and how to change our taste preferences towards less sugar
21:56 How artificial sweeteners fuel the growing sugar addiction epidemic
24:12 Healthy alternatives to added sugars for sweetening foods and drinks
26:45 How addressing sugar addiction can be beneficial in perimenopause and menopause 
29:42 How managing sugar addiction can improve mental health like anxiety and brain fog symptoms during perimenopause and menopause

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In this episode, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, and Menopause Educator and co-founder of Morphus, interviews Amy Ziff, Founder of MadeSafe.org. Amy is a healthy living educator with a genetic predisposition to toxicity. She’s the mom of three teens who share the same trait and is determined to make the world a less toxic place.

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00:47 Introduction to Amy Ziff and how she started her mission of making the world less toxic
7:44 Toxic, toxins, and toxicants-what do they all mean, and why do the differences matter
12:28 Examples of toxicants 6,500 and how you can rely on resources like Made Safe to help you remove them from your life
20:19 What you need to know about endocrine disruptors (hormone-disrupting chemicals)
25:22 Why avoiding chemicals, toxicants, and endocrine disruptors is so important as we enter perimenopause and menopause  
28:10 How to prevent chemical anxiety and steps you can take to make the world less toxic
32:09 What you need to know about fragrance and why it is so dangerous

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Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, Menopause Educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, interviews Dr. Carrie Jones, the Queen of Hormones. Dr. Jones is a naturopath focused on women's endocrinology and health. This podcast gives a great understanding of women's hormones, which aren't just limited to estrogen. Dr. Jones also talks about the importance of sleep and the interactions of our adrenals, ovaries, and HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis.

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1:44 Hormones 101: Hormones, glands, and the endocrine system.
3:20 Adrenals fatigue or exhaustion and what you need to know in perimenopause and menopause
10:54 Lifestyle and nutrition tips to help support your adrenal glands
14:31 Fatigue and exhaustion in perimenopause and menopause
16:43 Brain remodeling, hormones, and ADHD in perimenopause and Menopause 
24:19 Thyroid health and perimenopause and menopause
28:35 What to do when your health care practitioner or doctor doesn't give you a requisition for tests
33:01 Final messages about healing and joy

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More Podcasts:
The Root Cause Medicine Podcast: Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms: Unraveling the Chaos apple.co/43k2S09
Menopause Reimagined Ep #79: Hormones in Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Carrie Jones, ND https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-79-hormones-in-perimenopause-and-menopause-with/id1541865659?i=1000627951434

Reading List:
Rushing Woman's Syndrome: The Impact of a Never-Ending To-Do List and How to Stay Healthy in Today's Busy World by Dr Libby Weaver https://amzn.to/3VArU96 
The Menopause Brain: New Science Empowers Women to Navigate the Pivotal Transition with Knowledge and Confidence by Lisa Mosconi, PhD https:/
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Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, Menopause Researcher, and Menopause Educator, interviews Marci Warhaft, a body image expert and resiliency coach who survived a life-long eating disorder. Marci is the author of the book, "The Good Stripper, A Soccer Mom's Memoir of Lies, Loss, and Lap Dances." Her story is incredible. The conversation is raw and honest.

0:00 Introductions
0:40 In this podcast, we discuss a raw and often avoided topic: body image, diet culture, and eating disorders. Also covered are the fears and discomfort we are feeling in perimenopause and menopause around our weight.
5:31 Marci and Andrea discuss the generational differences in how we access information about diet culture and body image today compared to when they were teens.
7:55 Andrea speaks about her weight gain in perimenopause and how she shifted her mindset around weight and 
body image to a more positive frame of mind.
10:23 Marci talks about blame and ways to shift our thinking to embrace the female body and its potential.
15:22 The difference between a feeling and a fact is important to how we perceive ourselves.
17:59 Marci's story, survival, and the importance of sharing her truth.
27:36 Why the voice we talk to ourselves with can do more harm than good.
30:57 The power of mantras and self-compassion.
35:39 The impetus that set Marci on the path of disordered eating.

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Listen to this podcast next: Perimenopause and Menopause: Be Your Own Advocate with Stephanie Shaw https://youtu.be/C3QKtDNJuZ0 
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