Dr. Becky Lynn: Easing Menopause with GLP-1s and Cannabis—A New Approach

Struggling with weight gain during menopause or curious about how cannabis can ease your symptoms? You're not alone. Today on Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs, and Hormones, join us as we unpack these topics with Dr. Becky Lynn, a leading gynecologist and menopause expert from Evora Health. Discover groundbreaking treatments and real talk on women's health that you won't want to miss.Dr. Lynn shares her journey into the specialized field of sex med, revealing the gaps in medical training that drove her to become a leading voice in women's sexual health. She discusses her innovative approaches to treating menopausal symptoms and sexual health problems, integrating her deep medical expertise with practical advice.Our conversation today covers a range of topics, from the challenges of obesity medicine in menopausal women to groundbreaking research on cannabis use for sexual enhancement. Dr. Lynn's insights are not only informative but also deeply empowering, offering hope and new possibilities for women struggling with these complex issues.HighlightsInnovative Approaches: Dr. Lynn discusses how she uses her expertise in obesity medicine to address weight management in menopausal women, integrating treatments like GLP-1 agonists.Sexual Medicine Insights: Explore how Dr. Lynn helps her patients navigate sexual health challenges during menopause, using both medical and counseling strategies.Cannabis Research: Dr. Lynn shares fascinating insights into her research on the effects of cannabis on sexual function, providing a nuanced view of its benefits.Educational Empowerment: Dr. Lynn emphasizes the importance of education and advocacy in overcoming the stigmas associated with sexual and reproductive health.Do you have questions about menopause or sexual health you're hesitant to ask? Join our conversation and empower yourself with knowledge. Subscribe to our podcast, leave a review, and follow us on social media to stay updated with expert insights and supportive community discussions. Let's change the way we talk about women's health together!Guest Bio:Dr. Becky Lynn is the Founder and CEO of the Evora Women’s Health as well as an AdjunctAssociate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Saint Louis University.Dr. Lynn is a leader in the women’s health and cannabis space. Her research focuses on theeffects of cannabis on sexual function in women. She has published papers in the scientificliterature and has presented her research both nationally and internationally. Dr. Lynn has beenfeatured in numerous podcasts and several articles in the cannabis space. Her The Relationshipbetween Marijuana Use Prior to Sex and Sexual Function in Women and Effects of Cannabinoidson Female Sexual Function can be found online.Dr. Lynn completed medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine inWashington, DC, completed her residency at Washington University in St. Louis, and practicedat the University of Missouri, Columbia before joining the faculty at Saint Louis University in2015 where she was full time faculty until 2020. After leaving SLU, she founded the EvoraWomen’s Health in February 2020. In addition, she completed her sexual counselor training atSexual Medicine Associates in Florida and she completed her MBA at Saint Louis University. Dr.Lynn enjoys running, foreign language and travel. She once rode her bicycle from London toParis to raise money for Breast Cancer Care.Get in Touch with Dr. LynnWebsiteInstagramTikTok Facebook Get in Touch with Dr. Rahman:WebsiteInstagramYoutube