Recap from Instagram Live Q&A on Perimenopause with Krista Margolis

On Monday, May 11, we hosted our first Instagram Live with Krista Margolis for a perimenopause question and answer sessions. Thanks to all of you who joined us, we had quite the crowd! It was such an interactive group with many great questions. We covered many topics and have many more to tackle. Unfortunately, we ran out of time before getting to everything! Stay tuned for future dates of Instagram live sessions!

Summary of Questions Covered w/ Supplemental Reading

• What is perimenopause?
• How do I know if I’m in perimenopause?
• How long till I’m in menopause?
• What are the symptoms of perimenopause?
• Can perimenopause make me tired or keep me awake?
• What are the key contributors to hot flashes during perimenopause?
• What can help with symptoms of perimenopause like hot flashes, insomnia, irritability and more?
• Does hormone replacement help?
• Is irregular bleeding normal?
• What type of dietary changes can help with symptoms?
• Is there anything that helps with weight gain during perimenopause?
• Can intermittent fasting be helpful?
• Are there any recommendations to help with sleep?

Resources Cited

• Links coming soon

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