Show notes
In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, we explore the impact of menopause on the woman's body and the role of methylation with Dr. Bridget Briggs. You’ll hear us discuss:The impact of menopause on the GI tractSupporting methylation in menopauseInsulin resistance during menopauseThe role of phosphatidylcholine in menopausePersonalized care for menopausal womenDr. Briggs is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in functional medicine, bio-identical hormones, lipidology, women’s health, and detoxification. Since 2001, she has been dedicated to caring for patients of all ages in her private practice in Temecula, California. Motivated by her son's brain cancer diagnosis in 2005, Dr. Briggs pursued certification in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She now incorporates lifestyle medicine into her practice, enhancing the well-being of her patients.Labs MentionedBlood Glucose MonitorHemoglobin A1cFasting insulinC-PeptideLipid PanelGlucagon-Like Peptide-1Cholesterol LevelsMTHFR PolymorphismsThe DUTCH TestDHEA LevelsCalcium Score TestBlood Markers of InflammationLP(a) TestGuest Details:Dr. Bridget Briggs’ Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, FacebookThe Briggs Institute of Epigenetic Medicine WebsiteRupa Health Details:Rupa Health's Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeRupa Health Reference Guide & MagazineDr. Carrie Jones’ Website, LinkedIn, Instagram & TikTokTimestamps02:45 - The Connection Between Menopause and Your Gut07:44 - How Estrogen Decline Triggers Inflammation, Bloating, and Weight Gain11:11 - Hidden Menopause Symptoms: Insulin Resistance and Glucose Spikes17:33 - How Genetics and Detoxification Influence Menopause and Fertility24:05 - The Importance of Methylation31:21 - Hormone Therapy and Inflammation Markers37:16 - Is Your Doctor Making You Wait Too Long for Hormones?42:06 - Dr. Briggs’ Must-Know Advice for Hormone Balance at Any Age45:05 - Where Can You Find Dr. Bridget Briggs?
