How To Navigate Menopause Naturally - Dr. Blake Myers and Lily Patrascu

Licensed Naturopathic Physician Shares How To Navigate Menopause Naturally - Dr. Blake Myers and Lily Patrascu Doctor Blake Myers is a functional medicine practitioner and health strategist who has been educating on natural menopause support since 2014. He explains that supporting menopause naturally requires a systematic approach that goes beyond hormones, addressing changes in the microbiome, inflammation, metabolism, and overall physiology. Blake highlights that many women begin experiencing symptoms such as brain fog, anxiety, hair loss, and low libido even before menstrual changes occur, due to nervous system shifts and brain restructuring during this transition. He emphasizes that perimenopause is a gradual process where the body adapts to stress differently, making resilience and stress regulation key factors in symptom severity. By focusing on foundational health strategies such as a plant-forward diet, removing inflammatory foods, improving sleep, managing stress, and incorporating movement, he shows how women can better support their bodies through this phase. Ultimately, he teaches that understanding these deeper systemic changes allows women to navigate menopause more smoothly and maintain long-term health. About The Guest Dr. Blake Myers is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Assistant Professor in Integrative and Functional Nutrition at Saybrook University. They hold a B.S. in Biology from Iowa State University. In 2014, they received a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from Bastyr University, where they began their lifelong study of how the body heals, and the ways food, herbs, nature, and lifestyle choices shape health. Over the course of their career, Dr. Blake has worked with people of all ages and health concerns, but found a unique interest in supporting women through the menopause transition. They believe this stage of life is not simply something to get through, but a powerful opportunity for renewal, growth, and transformation. Their clinical work focuses on helping women use nutrition, natural medicine, and lifestyle practices to feel energized, clear-minded, and confident in their bodies. As both a clinician and educator, Dr. Blake is passionate about making complex science practical and accessible. Their approach blends deep respect for the body's innate healing wisdom with evidence-informed strategies that women can apply in their daily lives. Dr. Blake created The Bridge System as a step-by-step path to help women move through menopause with clarity and confidence, achieving not just symptom relief but lasting vitality. For More Info About Dr. Blake Myers, visit: http://www.thebridgesystemmethod.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581951703509# https://www.tiktok.com/@bridgesystem https://www.instagram.com/thebridgesystem/ Timestamp 00:00 Why Menopause Feels Overwhelming for Many Women 02:20 Meet Dr. Blake Myers & His Health Approach 05:10 What Really Happens During Menopause 08:00 Common Symptoms Women Experience (And Why) 10:50 The Biggest Mistakes Women Make During Menopause 13:40 Natural Ways to Support Hormonal Balance 16:20 Nutrition Strategies for Menopause 19:05 The Role of Exercise & Movement 21:50 Stress, Sleep & Hormone Health 24:30 Gut Health & Its Impact on Hormones 27:10 Supplements & Natural Support Options 29:50 Managing Weight, Energy & Metabolism 32:30 Mindset Shifts for This Life Stage 35:05 Building Sustainable Daily Habits 37:40 Long-Term Health & Longevity 40:10 Advice for Women Navigating Menopause 42:40 Final Insights & Key Takeaways About The Host Lily Patrascu is an ultra-creative book publisher and personal brand strategist for thought leaders, CEOs, luxury influencers. 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