EPISODE · May 15, 2024 · 47 MIN
Chronic UTI, Mastitis, Women's Health Q&A: Show Us The Evidence!
from Friendly Pharmacy 5 · host Lindsay Dixon
Join us for this engaging LIVE session dedicated specifically to women's health and the microbiome as our expert Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, shares her knowledge on the evidence for the use of probiotics for specific health conditions affecting women. This session is sure to bring to light the evidence for or against the use of probiotics for specific women's health conditions in a fun an engaging way - this is information I guarantee you won't find elsewhere. Mentioned in this session: *Vitamin D Dilemma: https://youtu.be/F7jVqd5HL5U *Menopause Expert and Pharmacist Explains Menopause Treatments, Supplements and Common Symptoms: https://youtu.be/bo7nyvZz_ug (Also on Apple & Spotify Podcasts) *How Menopause Changes the Heart: Estrogen, Menopause, and Heart Health w/Dr. Glen Pyle: https://youtu.be/Uk47eQwYXns (Also on Apple & Spotify Podcasts) Follow Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic on Twitter:@ProbioticDr Follow Graham Mackenzie on Twitter (X): @grahamcmackenzi Follow Lindsay Dixon on Twitter (X): @LindsayDixonFP5 Link to Gut Logic here: https://amzn.to/43SBWor Link to Healthy Logic (Graham Mackenzie's first book): https://amzn.to/3TVdGP4 (As an Amazon Affiliate, the Friendly Pharmacy 5 channel may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. Any proceeds contribute towards the educational efforts of the Friendly Pharmacy 5 platform.) Chapters 00:00 Gut Logic Book Club 04:10 Vitamin D and Breast Cancer 10:04 Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, Author and Menopause Practitioner 11:57 How can oral probiotics impact the vaginal microbiome? 13:32 Chronic UTI’s, probiotics, antibiotics, and vaginal estrogen 20:57 Are there any probiotic studies showing efficacy? 27:19 Probiotics for perimenopause changes, such as cramps or hormonal fluctuations 32:48 Do foods that contain probiotics provide an adequate amount to provide a health benefit? 36:37 Oral health and probiotics 39:41 How much does birth control help with perimenopause fluctuations? 42:48 HRT and Women’s Health Initiative study 44:50 Advice for women navigating health issues 46:33 GLP-1 and the microbiome with Dr. Peter Lin Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic is a Clinical Pharmacist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)who practices in a primary care setting with Hamilton Family Health Team. In addition to her collaborative clinical practice, she is a leader in knowledge mobilization for probiotics worldwide.Translating scientific research in this field, she has authored the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in Canada’ and the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in the US’ since 2008. This practical clinical tool is peer-reviewed and updated annually to reflect the latest evidence. It includes the available evidence-based probiotic products in the Canadian and US markets. Dragana’s project has been presented, published, and recognized internationally, receiving numerous awards and recognition. It has also been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Forbes, National Geographic, and CBC. Be a part of our informed circle by subscribing to the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Newsletter: Sign up today at www.friendlypharmacy5.com to unlock a world of insights and stay ahead in your wellness journey. WEBSITE: www.friendlypharmacy5.com MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected] *Would you like to sponsor the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Channel? Please reach out: [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Friendly Pharmacy 5 health videos are for medical information only, and are NOT intended to replace recommendations and individualized assessments from your Primary Care Provider. #probiotics #guthealth #healthygut #digestivehealth #benefitsofprobiotics #podcast #livestream #evidencebasedmedicine #evidencebasednutrition #evidencebasedhealth
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Join us for this engaging LIVE session dedicated specifically to women's health and the microbiome as our expert Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, shares her knowledge on the evidence for the use of probiotics for specific health conditions affecting women. This session is sure to bring to light the evidence for or against the use of probiotics for specific women's health conditions in a fun an engaging way - this is information I guarantee you won't find elsewhere. Mentioned in this session: *Vitamin D Dilemma: https://youtu.be/F7jVqd5HL5U *Menopause Expert and Pharmacist Explains Menopause Treatments, Supplements and Common Symptoms: https://youtu.be/bo7nyvZz_ug (Also on Apple & Spotify Podcasts) *How Menopause Changes the Heart: Estrogen, Menopause, and Heart Health w/Dr. Glen Pyle: https://youtu.be/Uk47eQwYXns (Also on Apple & Spotify Podcasts) Follow Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic on Twitter:@ProbioticDr Follow Graham Mackenzie on Twitter (X): @grahamcmackenzi Follow Lindsay Dixon on Twitter (X): @LindsayDixonFP5 Link to Gut Logic here: https://amzn.to/43SBWor Link to Healthy Logic (Graham Mackenzie's first book): https://amzn.to/3TVdGP4 (As an Amazon Affiliate, the Friendly Pharmacy 5 channel may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. Any proceeds contribute towards the educational efforts of the Friendly Pharmacy 5 platform.) Chapters 00:00 Gut Logic Book Club 04:10 Vitamin D and Breast Cancer 10:04 Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic, Author and Menopause Practitioner 11:57 How can oral probiotics impact the vaginal microbiome? 13:32 Chronic UTI’s, probiotics, antibiotics, and vaginal estrogen 20:57 Are there any probiotic studies showing efficacy? 27:19 Probiotics for perimenopause changes, such as cramps or hormonal fluctuations 32:48 Do foods that contain probiotics provide an adequate amount to provide a health benefit? 36:37 Oral health and probiotics 39:41 How much does birth control help with perimenopause fluctuations? 42:48 HRT and Women’s Health Initiative study 44:50 Advice for women navigating health issues 46:33 GLP-1 and the microbiome with Dr. Peter Lin Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic is a Clinical Pharmacist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)who practices in a primary care setting with Hamilton Family Health Team. In addition to her collaborative clinical practice, she is a leader in knowledge mobilization for probiotics worldwide.Translating scientific research in this field, she has authored the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in Canada’ and the ‘Clinical Guide to Probiotic Products Available in the US’ since 2008. This practical clinical tool is peer-reviewed and updated annually to reflect the latest evidence. It includes the available evidence-based probiotic products in the Canadian and US markets. Dragana’s project has been presented, published, and recognized internationally, receiving numerous awards and recognition. It has also been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Forbes, National Geographic, and CBC. Be a part of our informed circle by subscribing to the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Newsletter: Sign up today at www.friendlypharmacy5.com to unlock a world of insights and stay ahead in your wellness journey. WEBSITE: www.friendlypharmacy5.com MEDIA CONTACT: [email protected] *Would you like to sponsor the Friendly Pharmacy 5 Channel? Please reach out: [email protected] DISCLAIMER: Friendly Pharmacy 5 health videos are for medical information only, and are NOT intended to replace recommendations and individualized assessments from your Primary Care Provider. #probiotics #guthealth #healthygut #digestivehealth #benefitsofprobiotics #podcast #livestream #evidencebasedmedicine #evidencebasednutrition #evidencebasedhealth
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