In this episode of the Everyday Wellness Podcast, host Cynthia Thurlow and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Vonda Wright, delve into navigating perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the importance of menopausal literacy, particularly for younger women, and we also discuss generational differences in understanding menopause. Andrea Donsky joins us to discuss her ongoing research on the 103 reported symptoms of menopause. I am confident you will enjoy the informative conversations with Dr. Vonda Wright and Andrea Donsky and find them as engaging as I did.Show Highlights:Importance of menopausal literacy and education for womenGenerational differences in understanding menopause and its implicationsThe role of estrogen in bone health and the risks of osteoporosis during menopauseMusculoskeletal syndrome of menopause and its associated symptomsCommon symptoms experienced during perimenopause and menopause, such as fatigue and brain fogThe significance of weight-bearing exercises for maintaining bone densityThe necessity of early education about menopause for younger womenAddressing gaps in healthcare provider knowledge regarding menopauseThe impact of hormonal changes on muscle mass and insulin resistanceConnect with Cynthia Thurlow  Follow on TwitterInstagramLinkedInCheck out Cynthia’s websiteSubmit your questions to [email protected]Connect with Dr. Vonda WrightOn her websiteFacebookInstagramX.comLinkedInLeave a message on VIP Phone Number (407)-232-2334Connect with Andrea DonskyOn her websiteTikTok and Instagram