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Dec 2023
12m 40s

Hormones and Menopause

Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM
About this episode

Today on the NutritionFacts Podcast, we explore some of the best ways to manage the symptoms of menopause. This episode features audio from:

  • https://nutritionfacts.org/video/the-best-moisturizers-and-lubricants-for-vaginal-menopause-symptoms/
  • https://nutritionfacts.org/video/hormone-treatment-estrogen-pills-and-creams-for-vaginal-menopause-symptoms/
  • https://nutritionfacts.org/video/soy-milk-for-vaginal-menopause-symptoms/

Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor’s notes related to this podcast.

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