EnRitched Menopause

Apr 01 2025 81 ep. 26 mins
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Welcome to EnRitched Menopause where host, Dr. Jessica Ritch, helps those in perimenopause and menopause understand what's going on with their bodies and how to thrive in this stage and beyond. You are not crazy and you are not alone. Let's do this together!

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Taking a pause in menopause with Sonia Azad

Apr 01 2025 41 mins  
Have you ever felt like you're stuck on autopilot, juggling responsibilities while putting yourself last? What if hitting pause could actually help you reset and come back stronger? In this episode, I sit down with wellness expert and yoga instructor Sonia Azad to talk about the power of rest, movement, and mindfulness - especially during perimenopause and menopause. After attendin

Alternatives to hormone therapy

Nov 26 2024 23 mins  
With all the talk about hormone therapy, you may be disappointed if hormones are not for you, either due to health conditions, intolerance or other factors. But, that doesn’t mean that you simply have to suffer. In this episode, Dr. Ritch discusses some of the most common, non-hormonal things you can do to help improve your health and symptoms in perimenopause and menopause. ----

Who should not use hormone therapy?

Nov 19 2024 21 mins  
Hormone therapy can have a lot of benefits, but there are risks, too and it’s not right for everyone. In this episode, Dr. Ritch discusses the main reasons why someone shouldn’t be on hormone therapy and areas to consider the risks versus benefits. She discusses everything from cancer to heart disease, family history and genetic factors, migraine headaches and more. -----------

Insulin resistance in menopause with Dr. Megan Melo

Nov 12 2024 29 mins  
Insulin resistance plays a huge role in how our bodies process nutrients and also affects our ovarian function. Insulin resistance becomes more common in perimenopause and can lead to that stubborn weight gain around the midsection, food cravings and even diabetes. In this episode, obesity medicine specialist Dr. Megan Melo discusses insulin resistance and what we can do about it.

Optimizing your hair with Dr. Antonella Tosti

Nov 05 2024 24 mins  
Bald spots aren’t just for men. Menopause can lead to significant changes in hair. Luckily, dermatologist and hair specialist, Dr. Antonella Tosti is here to help with real solutions that work. Dr. Tosti reviews typical symptoms, evaluation and treatment options. ----------- Looking to enhance your understanding of hair health? Dr. Antonella Tosti, a distinguished dermatology exp

How to support your male partner with Dr. Justin Dubin

Oct 29 2024 36 mins  
While this podcast focuses on supporting women with their health, many women have male partners or others in their life that they care about who are struggling with issues, too. Declining testosterone in men and common issues like prostate cancer can affect a couples relationship. In this episode, urologist and andrology expert, Dr. Justin Dubin, discusses these issues and how we c

Fitness over 50 with Alicia Jones

Oct 22 2024 24 mins  
Our bodies change with menopause and our fitness routines should, too. Alicia Jones specializes in helping women get moving and keep moving in their 50s and beyond. Whether you have never exercised in your life or your old routine just isn’t working for you anymore, Alicia has solutions to meet you where you are. Reach out to Alicia via website: Alicia Jones Healthy Living or joi

Using functional nutrition to reduce inflammation with Risa Groux

Oct 15 2024 32 mins  
Risa Groux reversed her own symptoms and thyroid disease by optimizing her nutrition and reducing inflammation. She was so blown away by her own results, she became a functional nutritionist and certified autoimmune coach to help others do the same. In this episode, she shares many of the culprits behind inflammation in our bodies, her top 5 to combat inflammation and more! -------

Which hormones should I take?

Oct 08 2024 34 mins  
We’re back for the fall 2024 season of EnRitched Menopause! Luckily, more and more people are talking about menopause and how to deal with it. Unfortunately, that can lead to a lot of conflicting advice and confusion. In this episode, Dr. Ritch discusses different types of hormone therapy and what to consider for each, while choosing with your doctor what is right for you. She di

Changes to EnRitched Menopause

Mar 26 2024 4 mins  
It’s my birthday and I am reflecting on my perimenopausal journey and the podcast. We have learned so much together and I want to know what you would like to hear. Do you have questions or issues that haven’t been addressed or that you would like to revisit? Do you want to hear more personal stories or from more experts? The podcast will be moving to seasons and we will pick up