# The Essential Menopausal Toolbox with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

An episode of [Live Like a Girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1503897906), 8 Jul 2024, 1 h 04 min.

Audio: https://media.transistor.fm/1eb2f839/6da02777.mp3

Dr. Mary Claire Haver discusses the importance of education and empowerment for women during menopause. The conversation covers debunking myths about cognitive decline, embracing menopause as a period of strength, and making gradual lifestyle changes. This episode advocates for improved menopause education in medical training and better support for women's unique health needs as they age. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://drmindypelz.com/ep243 Dr. Mary Claire Haver is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist from Tulane University. She is also a Certified Menopause Specialist through The Menopause Society. In 2021 Dr. Haver left traditional practice and opened Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to caring for the menopausal patient. Dr. Haver has amassed over 5 million followers across social media by posting advice for women going through menopause. Dr. Haver is the author of the New York Times #1 Bestselling Book, The New Menopause and the national bestselling book The Galveston Diet. Check out our fasting membership at resetacademy.drmindypelz.com. Please note our medical disclaimer.

## Chapters

- 0:01 Introduction to Dr. Mary Claire Haver
- 4:14 Welcoming Dr. Haver to the Podcast
- 5:02 Starting the Discussion on Menopause Conversations
- 8:40 Shifting Focus to Mental Changes in Menopause
- 12:24 Exploring Women's Empowerment in Menopause
- 13:43 Discussing Hormone Replacement Therapy Considerations
- 16:31 Exploring Brain Changes in Menopause
- 23:23 Emphasizing Importance of Protein in Diet
- 25:03 Diving into Exercise Variation for Women
- 26:23 Stressing the Significance of Nutrition Education
- 27:32 Delving into the Benefits of Fasting
- 29:40 Looking at Circadian Rhythms and Hormonal Balance
- 37:40 Menstrual Women and Toxic Load
- 40:30 Creating Cultural Safety for Women
- 44:32 Strategies for Visceral Fat Changes
- 48:37 Impact of Birth Control on Women
- 53:48 Visceral Fat Changes in Menopause
- 58:26 Frozen Shoulder in Menopausal Women

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