Going Menopostal: Redefining Menopause Care Part 1 | Amy Alkon

📣 Most menopause care is built on outdated assumptions, not science — and most doctors aren't trained to know the difference. Award-winning science writer Amy Alkon joins Ketobiography to close that gap.📋 Award-winning science writer Amy Alkon joins Ketobiography to discuss her new book, "Going Menopostal," and uncover the gaps between medical practice and real science in menopause and perimenopause care. In this first of a two-part series, Amy shares her personal journey, breaks down the most common myths, and offers empowering advice on self-advocacy, science-based treatments, and asking better questions in the doctor's office.🔑 What You'll LearnWhy so much menopause care is based on myth, not scienceHow evidence-based thinking can empower your health decisionsWhy most doctors lack menopause training, and what you can do about itThe real difference between perimenopause and menopause, scientificallyHow to ask better questions and advocate for yourself at the doctor's office💡 Key Insight "Be a pain…and be proud. Proud. Proud. You're your best advocate. You can't expect somebody else to do it for you. So, if it means taking a step into a direction that might be a little bit more ugly, then do it—it's worth it." — Amy Alkon🌐 Connect with Amy Alkon Website: https://www.amyalkon.net X: https://x.com/amyalkon Substack Newsletter "Science Made Practical": https://sciencemadepractical.amyalkon.net/p/welcome-to-science-made-practical Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyalkonbookstagram/⚕️ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not medical advice; always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your own health decisions.⏳ Chapters 00:47 Meet Amy Alkon and Going Menopostal 05:47 Hot flashes and treatment struggles 12:47 Why doctors aren't trained in menopause science 18:47 Hormones: Progesterone vs. Estrogen 25:47 Typical mistakes and misdiagnoses 32:47 Science-based self-advocacy in healthcare 40:47 Myths of medical care and informed consent 48:47 How to evaluate your own risk 54:47 Practical steps for talking to doctors 1:00:47 The power of second opinions and saying "no"🎧 New episodes drop every Thursday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.🌱 Know someone with a keto success story? Nominate them to be featured: [email protected]🔗 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review — it helps more people find the show.👥 Connect with Robyn: https://www.robyndobbins.com https://linktr.ee/robyn.r.dobbins🎬 Robyn is featured in The Cholesterol Code – Watch it on Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.