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How Women Can Take Control of Their Health with Dr Vonda Wright

In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Vonda Wright.

For 20 years Dr. Vonda Wright, has dedicated her work and research as an orthopedic surgeon, elite sports doc, public speaker, published author, biotech consultant, and health innovator to optimize aging and compel us to live more, do more, excel more, and live VITALLY as we age.In this episode, they discuss:

* Why Women should take an active role in their health and make informed decisions about their care.
* How Estrogen plays a crucial role in inflammation control and bone density.
* Why Hormone replacement therapy may have benefits for conditions like frozen shoulder.
* Why Strength training is important for maintaining muscle mass and overall health during and after menopause; including heavy lifting, is crucial for maintaining strong bones and muscles.
* Is cardiovascular health is essential for overall strength and power.
* Why getting a DEXA scan in your 40’s is important
* How Estrogen can prevent and treat osteoporosis
* Why specialists should have a basic understanding of menopause

Learn more from Vonda here:

Website - https://www.drvondawright.com/
Hot For Your Health Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/hot-for-your-health/id1055206993

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00:00 Introduction and Background
03:00 Empowering Women to Take Control of Their Health
09:47 Understanding the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause
14:19 The Role of Estrogen in Inflammation and Bone Density
21:48 The Importance of Strength Training for Women's Health
27:52 The Importance of Strength Training
29:15 Preventing Falls and Fractures
29:42 Maintaining Cardiovascular Health
31:08 Assessing Bone Density
36:36 The Role of Estrogen
39:26 Obtaining Calcium and Vitamin D
41:27 The Need for Specialists to Understand Menopause

Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

orthopedic sports surgeon, women's health, menopause, musculoskeletal syndrome, estrogen, hormone replacement therapy, frozen shoulder, exercise, strength training, strength training, foot speed, agility, cardiovascular health, osteoporosis, DEXA scan, estrogen, bone density, calcium, vitamin D, holistic healthcare, menopause