Medsplaining and Finding Balance with Dr. Jen

Get ready to hear from women’s health expert, Medcan’s Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky, AKA Dr. Jen, on how and what you need to BALANCE in midlife to set yourself up for the life we all really want. Dr. Jen spoke with Lana and Rebecca to introduce her platform, Medsplaining, which provides evidence-based medical information to empower women to advocate for their own health. Our conversation covers various topics related to balance and well-being, including the challenges of achieving balance in daily life, the importance of setting priorities, and the impact of lifestyle choices on health. Dr. Jen emphasizes the significance of preventative screening, maintaining a healthy diet, engaging in regular exercise, adequate sleep and managing stress for maintaining balance. She also discusses the risks and benefits of alcohol and cannabis consumption. Mental health is highlighted as a crucial aspect of overall well-being, with recommendations for seeking support and engaging in activities that promote mental well-being. Dr. Jen gives her expertise on the importance of balance in women's health during perimenopause and menopause and highlights the significance of hormone therapy in managing menopausal symptoms and preventing long-term health issues.Key Points Introduction and Real-Life ChallengesPrioritizing Preventative Screening and HealthThe Role of Nutrition and ExerciseApproaching Cannabis Use with CautionThe Importance of Mental HealthThe Influence of Hormones on Women's HealthBrain Health and Preventing DementiaBalancing Multiple ResponsibilitiesIntroducing MedSplaining: Empowering Patients with Medical InformationThe Importance of Obtaining and Reviewing Medical ResultsUnderstanding Cortisol and Stress ManagementKey Takeaways for Women's Health and BalanceYou can follow Dr. Jen & Medsplaining here :IGLinkedInFBYoutubeTikTok Spotify Apple Podcast Libsyn Where We're At is produced by Lisa Lightbourn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.