This podcast episode explores how gut health is affected during midlife and menopause, delving into hormonal changes, stress, and lifestyle factors that contribute to gastrointestinal symptoms.

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References:

1. Mehta, R. S., & Staller, K. (2018). Menopausal transition and bowel disturbances: A step in the right direction. Menopause, 25(6), 589–590. https://doi.org/10.1097/GME.0000000000001110
2. Heitkemper, M. M., & Chang, L. (2009). Do fluctuations in ovarian hormones affect gastrointestinal symptoms in women with irritable bowel syndrome? Gender Medicine, 6(Suppl 2), 152–167. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.genm.2009.03.004
3. Yang, P.-L., Heitkemper, M. M., & Kamp, K. J. (2021). Irritable bowel syndrome in midlife women: A narrative review. Women's Midlife Health, 7(1), Article 4. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40695-021-00064-5
4. Nachtigall, L. E., & Nachtigall, L. (2019). Menopause and the gastrointestinal system: Our gut feelings. Menopause, 26(5), 459–460. https://doi.org/10.1097/GME.0000000000001316