Women’s Brain Health: Holistic Lifestyle Approaches to Perimenopause with Dr. Julie Sharrar, DC
In this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health Podcast, we delve into perimenopause, a significant yet often misunderstood life transition. Dr. Julie Sharrar, DC, a holistic healthcare practitioner specializing in chiropractic, acupuncture, and functional medicine, shares her expertise on how this phase impacts brain health, mood, memory, and overall well-being.
She provides insights into common symptoms, natural support strategies like diet, sleep, and exercise, and the benefits of holistic approaches such as acupuncture. Learn the importance of recognizing and addressing these changes with practical tips and resources to help navigate this journey with confidence.
00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause
00:44 Meet Dr. Julie: Expert in Women's Health
02:03 Understanding Perimenopause: Symptoms and Onset
07:23 Lifestyle Changes to Support Perimenopause
12:06 Functional Medicine and Acupuncture
16:45 Practical Advice and Misconceptions
20:09 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Dr. Julie Sharrar
Chiropractor/Acupuncturist/Functional Medicine doc
Dr. Julie has been a practicing chiropractor and acupuncturist for over 15 years. Over the last 2 years she has incorporated functional medicine into her practice. She works with a lot of women during that transitional phase of life known as peri-menopause and women going through menopause and post menopause. Dr. Julie loves to stay active by doing kickboxing, walking and traveling.
